Guided private tour of Isafjordur and its fascinating rural surroundings
Learn how people lived in the past centuries and why they are proud to live here now. Listen to legends and stories about Icelandic trolls, elves, ghosts, and other beings around the small town of Ísafjörður. The tour will lead you from Isafjordur to the countryside and fishing villages where you will hear interesting information about the residents' everyday life and work.
What's included
- Professional licensed guide
- Pick up and drop off
- Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Admission tickets
- All fees and taxes
- Food and drinks (own expense)
Highlights
Itinerary
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The guide will pick you up at Cruise Port.
You will start by driving through Ísafjörður to Tungudalur and stop at a stunning waterfall surrounded by green nature.
Next drive to Flateyri, a fishing village, where you will see handcraft gallery, the local church with beautiful stained glass windows, go uphill to the viewing platform, and explore the harbor with the boats.
There are 3 museums in the lovely village of Flateyri. The old village bookshop has been turned into a museum where visitors can learn about the history of Flateyri and visit the old merchant’s home. The second museum is the international doll museum and the famous Nonsense Museum can also be found in Flateyri.
Next, you will drive to Bolungarvík, where you will see Ósvör, an old fishing station with turf houses and fishing boats. Stop by a beautiful lighthouse and drive around the harbor area, take a walk on the old road Óshlíð between Bolungarvík and Hnífsdalur.
The trip ends with driving back to Ísafjörður city.