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Lake Myvatn, Hot Springs and Godafoss Waterfall Day Trip from Akureyri
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Lake Myvatn, Hot Springs and Godafoss Waterfall Day Trip from Akureyri

by BusTravel Iceland

6 hours
Reykjavik
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6 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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6 hours
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2 adults × $169.20
All taxes and fees included

Overview

This six-hour tour departs from Akureyri and visits several notable natural sites in northern Iceland. The first stop is Godafoss Waterfall, where visitors spend 45 minutes viewing the waterfall and learning about its cultural importance. Next, the tour continues to Lake Myvatn, stopping for 20 minutes at a viewpoint to observe the pseudo craters called Skútustaðir. Afterward, the group walks for 55 minutes along paths through the Dimmuborgir lava formations, exploring rock structures created by ancient volcanic eruptions. The final stop is at the hot springs area of Námaskarð, also known as Hverir, where visitors spend 20 minutes observing boiling mud pots and steam vents with sulfuric odors and rusty-colored mineral deposits. A packed meal including a sandwich and a water bottle is provided during the trip. The bus is equipped with WiFi and air conditioning for passenger comfort throughout the journey.

Highlights

Visit Godafoss waterfall with cultural significance
See Lake Myvatn pseudo craters at Skútustaðir
Walk through Dimmuborgir lava formations
Stop at Námaskarð volcanic region with mud pots
Six-hour bus tour with WiFi and air conditioning
Packed meal including sandwich and water bottle

What's included

WiFi available on board the bus
Air conditioning in the vehicle
Packed meal including sandwich and water bottle

Itinerary

1

Godafoss Waterfall

The first stop is Godafoss waterfall, a site with important symbolism for Icelanders, noted for its scenic beauty. Visitors have about 45 minutes here.

45 min

2

Lake Myvatn

Stop at a viewpoint over Lake Myvatn to see the pseudo craters known as Skútustaðir. This stop lasts approximately 20 minutes.

20 min

3

Dimmuborgir Lava Formations

Guests walk along paths through the Dimmuborgir lava field, which features rock formations created by ancient volcanic eruptions. The visit here is about 55 minutes.

55 min

4

Námaskarð (Hot Springs Area)

The tour stops for 20 minutes at Námaskarð, also called Hverir, a volcanic area with boiling mud pots and steam that produces a sulfur smell. Mineral deposits have colored the rocks and soil with rusty tones.

20 min

Meeting point

Our guide will be waiting to greet you at the bus parking lot by the cruise port if you dock by Tangarbryggja Pier. Our buses are located at the big parking lot at Gránufélagsgata 50.

End point

Our guide will be waiting to greet you at the bus parking lot by the cruise port if you dock by Tangarbryggja Pier. Our buses are located at the big parking lot at Gránufélagsgata 50.

Languages

German (guide)English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
The full tour lasts around six hours including driving and stops.
Total
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