Iceland · Waterfall Tours

Goðafoss and Akureyri Botanic Garden Shared Shore Excursion

4 Hours Round trip from Akureyri Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the famous Goðafoss Waterfall
02 Drive along the coast of Eyjafjörður
03 Enjoy a short introduction to Akureyri Old Town
04 Stroll through the Akureyri Botanic Garden
05 Take in fjord views and photo opportunities
06 Shared shore excursion from Akureyri

Discover two of Akureyri’s standout sights on this shared shore excursion, combining the dramatic beauty of Goðafoss Waterfall with the peaceful setting of the Akureyri Botanic Garden. Travel through North Iceland’s scenic landscapes, visit one of the country’s most celebrated waterfalls, and learn about the area’s history along the way.

On the return to town, enjoy views along Eyjafjörður, a short introduction to Akureyri as you pass through the Old Town, and time for a stroll in one of the northernmost botanical gardens in the world, just below the Arctic Circle.

In the year 1000, Þorgeir Ljósvetningagoði made Christianity the official religion of Iceland and proceeded with throwing his statues of gods into the waterfall.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Akureyri

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Goðafoss Waterfall is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Iceland. Nicknamed the Waterfall of the Gods due to its history. In the year 1000, Þorgeir Ljósvetningagoði made Christianity the official religion of Iceland and proceeded with throwing his statues of gods into the waterfall.

The water falls from a height of 12 meters over a width of 30 meters.Enjoy a short introduction to Akureyri town, driving through the Old Town, learning some key facts about the history of the town.Enjoy a stroll in one of the northernmost botanical gardens in the world, located just below the Arctic Circle.Here you can see over the fjord to Akureyri and take a great photo

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Akureyri 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Driver
All Fees and Taxes

What's Not Included

Bottled water
Lunch

Know before you go

STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Total tour duration includes travel time
Please tell us the name of the Cruise Ship you are travelling with and we will be at the right spot to pick you up at the port

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