Diamond of the North
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Port
Husavik, Iceland
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
Information Not Currently Available
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$159.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 5½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Discover the hidden gems of the north on this scenic treasure-trove tour.
You will visit Dettifoss -- Europe's most powerful waterfall, with up to 269 cubic meters of water per second falling over its high cliff, carrying mud and sand with it. The most spectacular canyon in the country is Hljóðaklettar (the Whispering Cliffs) -- a bizarre-looking group of crater plugs and basalt columns whose formations fire the imagination.
Continue to a place brimming with evidence of the extraordinary forces that have shaped this country -- glacial Jökulsa River National Park. Wonder at the horseshoe-shaped Ásbyrgi (Fortress of the Gods) landform -- the result of a catastrophic flood that took place thousands of years ago. According to ancient mythology, Ásbyrgi was shaped by the horseshoe of Sleipnir -- Odin's eight-legged horse. Whatever you believe, it is a beautiful place where Arctic and alpine vegetation abounds, and a peaceful pond is located at the foot of the gigantic cliffs.
A snack box is provided en route.
A panoramic drive takes you along the beautiful Tjörnes Peninsula back to Húsavik.
Notes:
Dress warmly in layers with a windproof and waterproof outer layer; bring a warm hat, gloves and a scarf. Parents traveling with children under the age of 3 must rent a child's car seat from the tour operator; please see the Shore Excursions team on board. You cannot use your child's car seat from home in Iceland.