Explore North Iceland
Iceland is a popular destination for many travelers who are looking for unique landscapes, adventure and comfort. The majestic mountains of the Troll peninsula will inspire you.
Skagafjörður is the home of the Icelandic horse and wonderful culinary. The Beer spa 🍻 in Árskógssandur or the Black Beach Hot Tubs in Hauganes are a great experience.
Mývatn area is a geographic wonder with its lava park, pseudocraters, nature bath, great variety of birds and the huge black sand desert. Close by is Dettifoss, the most powerful waterfall in Europe.
Heimskautagerði / Arctic Henge near Raufarhöfn is a must see place, especially in the bright summer nights. Grímsey island, the northernmost part of Iceland, holds the Arctic Circle.
Let’s go Up North!
Direct flight to North Iceland
In autum-winter 2024-2025 there will be scheduled flights from London and Manchester to Akureyri via EasyJet.
Travel from Rotterdam or Amsterdam with Voigt Travel
SWISS flies direct to Akureyri from Zurich. Flight duration is 3h and 45min. More info.
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