Iceland · Geological Wonders

Goðafoss, Forest Lagoon & Northern Lights Winter Combo

3 Days Round trip from Akureyri Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the iconic Goðafoss waterfall in winter
  • 02 Relax at the Forest Lagoon with entry included
  • 03 Join a guided Northern Lights hunt outside Akureyri
  • 04 Travel in a small group with English-speaking guide
  • 05 See volcanic landscapes around the Lake Mývatn area
  • 06 Stop at Grjótagjá, Hverarönd, Dimmuborgir, and Skútustaðagígar
  • 07 Airport shuttle included for eligible arrivals
  • 08 Free retry offered if the Northern Lights are not seen

Experience some of North Iceland’s most memorable winter highlights in one convenient combo. Visit the spectacular Goðafoss waterfall, unwind in the warm waters of the Forest Lagoon, and head out after dark in search of the Northern Lights away from the city glow.

This 3-day experience is designed to make travel easy, with airport shuttle service included for eligible arrivals, small-group transportation, and a guided day tour through dramatic volcanic landscapes around the Lake Mývatn area. It’s a great way to combine sightseeing, geothermal relaxation, and a classic winter adventure in Akureyri.

Visit the spectacular Goðafoss waterfall, unwind in the warm waters of the Forest Lagoon, and head out after dark in search of the Northern Lights away from the city glow.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Akureyri, Mývatn
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Schedule

Our winter schedule:

  • Our complimentary airport shuttle is for all arrivals from Manchester and London.
  • We will try to accommodate you for northern lights tour on your arrival day if the weather allows. We do not want to miss any good chance to see northern lights
  • The tour to Goðafoss & Forest Lagoon is scheduled for Friday arrivals on Saturday, for Saturday arrivals on Mondays,  for Monday arrivals on Tuesday and for Tuesday arrivals on Thursday. (Please let us know if you would prefer to join the tour on another day)

After you reservation you will receive information about each tour.

Arrival Day

We are pleased to offer a complimentary shuttle service for EasyJet flights landing in Akureyri for all guests who have purchased one of our combo tours. This convenient service ensures a smooth and hassle-free transition from the airport to your accommodation in Akureyri, so you can start your Icelandic adventure with ease.

Northern Lights - 21:30 PM

Escape the light pollution of the city and go with us outside Akureyri to see the amazing Northern lights. The Northern Lights viewings for this winter are looking very promising and there are few better places to see them than in the north of Iceland.

Where we head each night depends on where we think it's most likely to find clear sky and the best conditions to enjoy the lights.

The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon. Sightings cannot be guaranteed even if the tour is operated.

We decide around 6pm every day if the conditions are favorable to operate the tour. Please call us or send an email on the day you are booked to see if the tour is running that day.

The Northern Lights tour is dependent on the weather and sky conditions, If the evening tour goes ahead and the Northern Lights are not seen, we will offer the trip again for free

2
Day 02

Goðafoss, Forest Lagoon 10:00 AM

First, we drive along the coast of Eyjafjordur, one of the longest fjords in Iceland. We begin by stopping at Goðafoss waterfall, one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland, on our way to Lake Mývatn, the lake was created by a large basaltic lava eruption 2300 years ago, and the surrounding landscape is dominated by volcanic landforms, including lava pillars and rootless vents.

We take a look at Grjótagjá cave and a stop at the hot spring area at Hverarönd in Námaskarð and in the Nature baths where you get the chance to relax in the steam baths and bathe in the geothermal water you can also take a massage in the baths.

On the way back we come to the unique lava formations of Dimmuborgir which are among the most popular tourist attractions in the Lake Myvatn area, we stop also in Skútustaðagígar (pseudocraters area).

Our last stop is in Eyjafjordur where you can see over the fjord to Akureyri and take a great photo shot. You can not go wrong with this moderately priced and well organized small group tour.

3
Day 03

Departure day

We will take you back to the Akureyri Aiport.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Akureyri 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport Shuttle
  • Transportation (Small Group)
  • Pick-up upon request
    Guide - English
  • Entry to Forest Lagoon
  • Towel rent

What's Not Included

  • Meals and Beverages
  • Swimwear

Know before you go

  • If you'd like to adjust this combo tour to better fit your itinerary or change the dates, feel free to contact us. However, we highly recommend keeping the Northern Lights tour on your first night. This way, if the Northern Lights aren't visible, we can schedule another opportunity for you on a different night during your stay.
  • This tour depends on weather and road conditions, changes to the itinerary might happen with short notice.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Akureyri, IS
Tour start
Akureyri, IS
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Akureyri.

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