Goðafoss Waterfall & Turf House from Akureyri Port

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Goðafoss Waterfall & Turf House tour is the perfect introductory tour to North Iceland. We start the tour in Akureyri in Eyjafjord and drive the coastline to GrenjaðarstaðurTurf Houses and Museum. There we get insight in the heritage and history of the area, experiencing how people used live.

Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Season
May to September
Minimum age
3 years
Getting there
Pickup included
Book by
1 hour before
Cancellation
Free up to 24 h before

from

20.000 ISK

per adults

Check dates & book

Next departures

  • Fri 14 May · 09:00
  • Sun 23 May · 09:00
  • Tue 25 May · 08:00
  • Thu 27 May · 09:00

Runs: May to September

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

The Grapevine's take

Goðafoss

A historic and beautiful "Waterfall of the Gods", where the Skjálfandafljót river drops in a broad horseshoe curve. Part of the Diamond Circle, the 250-kilometre driving loop linking five of Northeast Iceland’s great natural attractions.

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Prices

Adults13+ years20.000 ISK
Children3 - 12 years16.000 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

Goðafoss Waterfall & Turf House tour is the perfect introductory tour to North Iceland. We start the tour in Akureyri in Eyjafjord and drive the coastline to GrenjaðarstaðurTurf Houses and Museum. There we get insight in the heritage and history of the area, experiencing how people used live. Next we head towards Goðafoss Waterfall. After experiencing the power of Skjálfandafljót glacier river and capturing the picturesque waterfall we head back to Akureyri. You have the option to join the Forest Lagoon.



What's included

  • Entry fee to Turf house Museum
  • Guide & Vehicle
  • Free Wifi on vehicle
  • Entry fee to Geothermal Baths NOT INCLUDED

What to bring

  • Bring swimsuits if you want to enter the geothermal baths

Pickup and meeting point

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

Akureyri, 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 Goðafoss Waterfall & Turf House from Akureyri Port?
About 3 hours 30 minutes, not counting pickup.
How much does Goðafoss Waterfall & Turf House from Akureyri Port cost?
From 20.000 ISK. Adults (13+ years): 20.000 ISK. Children (3 - 12 years): 16.000 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?
May to September, 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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