Private 7-Hour Arctic Coastline Tour with Microbrewery Visit from Akureyri
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Discover the beauty of the Arctic Coast in North Iceland and finish your adventure with a microbrewery visit with this fantastic private tour from Akureyri. Travelers seeking a personalized experience that blends breathtaking nature with a lively cultural experience should book now.
Your day begins when your guide picks you up from your accommodation in Akureyri. This is a private tour with a maximum of six guests, guaranteeing a personal experience that can be tailored to your group's interests.
Your private driver will tell you about all the sites en route, and you are free to ask as many questions as you like.
After leaving Akureyri, you'll begin your drive along the beautiful Arctic Coast. Keep your eyes out the windows, as you'll have marvelous views of flat-topped mountains, dramatic beaches, and sparkling oceans throughout the journey. The part of the Arctic Coast you will travel across includes the dramatic Trollaskagi Peninsula and Eyjafjordur fjord.
Those who love wildlife can keep their eyes peeled for the many animals in the area. Seabirds are almost guaranteed, though you may also see seals on the shores and dolphins in the waters. In summer, you may even see great whales, such as humpbacks, in the fjords, sometimes breaching clear from the surface!
Your first stop will be a quaint fishing village called Hjalteyri, renowned for its stunning views, unique buildings, and interesting history.
You'll dive more into the region's past with a visit to the Herring Era Museum. Fisheries have kept North Iceland society surviving and thriving for centuries, and here you'll learn about how the industry has developed over time.
This museum has won international awards for its incredible displays.
Next, you'll take the beautiful route to another village, Dalvik, and take in the panoramas of oceans and mountains from the perfectly placed harbor. After this, you'll see volcanic black sand beaches at Olafsfjordur before reaching the town of Siglufjordur, which has some of the best views in the country and rows of colorful, charming buildings.
After a fantastic day exploring the nature and settlements of the Arctic Coast, you'll head to the first microbrewery established in Iceland, the Kaldi Brewery. Here, you'll learn how local ingredients are utilized to create a range of great beers and try some of their diverse flavors.
Once you've enjoyed the delicious brews at Kaldi Brewery, your private guide will drive you back to your hotel in Akureyri.
Enjoy the beautiful views, wildlife, culture, and villages of the Arctic Coast with a visit to a microbrewery on this exclusive private tour from Akureyri. Check availability now by choosing a date.
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