From Húsavík Port: Dettifoss & Lake Mývatn Tour

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From Húsavík Port: Dettifoss & Lake Mývatn Tour

Dettifoss & Lake Mývatn Tour Through Areas of Geological Wonders and Breathtaking Nature The Lake Mývatn area is by many considered the most beautiful place in Iceland. This has been one of Iceland’s most popular tourist destinations for years.

Duration
7 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Season
August
Minimum age
3 years
Getting there
Pickup included
Book by
1 hour before
Cancellation
Free up to 24 h before

from

36.000 ISK

per adults

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Next departures

  • Thu 19 Aug · 09:00
  • Fri 20 Aug · 09:00

Runs: August

  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
  • No account needed

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Dettifoss

The most powerful waterfall in Europe, Dettifoss tumbles 193 m³/s of glacial river over its lip. Our panellists recommend visiting the nearby hexagonal basalt columns at Hljóðaklettar, and the horseshoe-shaped canyon Ásbyrgi. Test your vocals at each site to resound with the deep bass of Dettifoss or echo off the walls of Hljóðaklettar and Ásbyrgi.

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Prices

Adults13+ years36.000 ISK
Children3 - 12 years28.800 ISK

Prices for the next departure, checked Wed 30 Sept. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.

About this tour

Dettifoss & Lake Mývatn Tour Through Areas of Geological Wonders and Breathtaking Nature

The Lake Mývatn area is by many considered the most beautiful place in Iceland. This has been one of Iceland’s most popular tourist destinations for years. An amazing journey through an area of extreme contrasts and nature’s diversity. The lake area has been a filming location for major Hollywood films and TV shows, such as Game of Thrones, Fast & Furious and Star Wars.

Highlights

  • Dettifoss
  • Goðafoss Waterfall
  • Skútustaðagígar Pseudo Craters
  • Dimmuborgir Lava Formations
  • The Rift Between the Eurasian & American Continents
  • Mt. Námafjall
  • Game of Thrones filming locations by Lake Myvatn

Tour Description

Tour starts with a departure from Húsavík Port. We drive south from Húsavík , cross BárðardalurValley and enjoy the view of the beautiful valley.

After only a half hour drive, we arrive at the picturesque Goðafoss Waterfall. Goðafoss plays an important role in the Icelandic history, particularly in connection with the introduction of Christianity. From there we go on an amazing journey through areas of extreme contrasts, bird life, flora, lava fields, geothermal activity, geology, and saga.

Our first stop at the Lake Mývatn area are the picturesque Skútustaðagígar Psuedo Craters, formed from explosions when the flowing hot lava met with the ice-cold water from the lake. We enjoy the great panoramic view of the area.

After that we arrive at Dimmuborgir Lava Fields, full of lava-pillars and formations that are rich of mythical sagas and ghoulish trails. Next, we drive to the warm underground river in Grjótagjá Rift, where the rift between the Eurasian & American Continents is very visible. The final stop by Lake Mývatn is at Námafjall and the geothermal area of Hverir Mud Pools, with steaming fumaroles, boiling mud pools and sulphur pits.

Last but not least we visit the beautiful Dettifoss waterfall.

We adjust the departure time and length so it will fit the docking time of each cruise ship at Húsavík Port. The return time is minimum 30 minutes before ship’s departure.



What's included

  • Free WiFi on board
  • Admission to Mývatn Bird Museum
  • Light lunch at Mývatn Bird Museum
  • Fully guided tour
  • Transport by comfortable mini bus
  • Pickup at the port
  • Cruise Ship Return Guarantee

What to bring

  • Warm clothing
  • Walking shoes
  • Water bottle and refreshments
  • Camera
  • Sunglasses

Good to know

  • Due to weather or road conditions we might have to alter the itinerary, have longer journey time or cancellation
  • During tour we break for refreshments at a restaurant or café
  • We return at least 30 minutes before Cruise Ship departure time
  • Reservation is necessary

Pickup and meeting point

Pickup is part of this tour: you choose your pickup point when you book.

Húsavík, Iceland

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.

For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.

For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*

*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.

Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io

Questions

How long is From Húsavík Port: Dettifoss & Lake Mývatn Tour?
About 7 hours, not counting pickup.
How much does From Húsavík Port: Dettifoss & Lake Mývatn Tour cost?
From 36.000 ISK. Adults (13+ years): 36.000 ISK. Children (3 - 12 years): 28.800 ISK. Prices are per person unless the category says otherwise, and can change with the date.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes. Pickup is part of the tour: you choose your pickup point when you book.
What is the minimum age?
3 years.
When does it run?
August, going by the departures listed for the next twelve months.
Can I cancel?
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
How hard is it?
The operator rates it easy.

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