Discover the scenic Hesteyri village on a half-day private tour
Photo permit included
Tour by public transport
Canal Boat tour included
Train tickets included
Suitable for little children
Wheelchair accessible tour
Museum ticket included
Light snack included
Lunch included
Transportation included
Walking Tour
Hesteyri is the westernmost bay of the Jokulfiord Area. The village was built at the end of the 19th century when the Norwegian company found the whaling station. Later the company was moved to another region and the factory was altered to accommodate the processing of herring. The factory was closed in 1940 and local residents decided to leave the village. It is now abandoned but even more attractive for tourists because of the fantastic views and stunning nature.
What's included
- Professional licensed guide
- Boat ride
- Light lunch
- You do not need extra money during this tour
Highlights
Itinerary
13:00
You will meet the guide at the meeting point in Isafjordur.
You will walk to the harbor and take a boat to Hesteyri. The way will take a little more than 1 hour and it gives you an opportunity to enjoy the cliffs and fjords.
When you arrive in the village, the guide will lead you through the empty streets and tell you the short but interesting history of Hesteyri. You will learn how people lived almost at the end of the world. You will admire the magnificent Icelandic wild nature and you may be lucky to see arctic foxes and seals.
You will try traditional Icelandic snacks in one of the houses.
When you finish the break, you will be taken back to the city by boat.