We took this interesting shore excursion (Jewels of the North Tour) with ArcticShorex while on a cruise stop in Akureyri , Iceland. Our tour started from the pier with a scenic drive along the coastline of Eyjarfjordur, Iceland's longest and perhaps most spectacular fjord. Looking back, you'll have an excellent view of Akureyri, which nestles at the very end of the waterway. Further ahead lies Fnjoskardalur, a pristine valley that clearly shows evidence of its ancient glacial formation.
0:00 Godafoss waterfall
2:27 Lake Myvatn
4:48 Dimmuborgir
5:55 Myvatn Nature Baths
6:14 Colorful geothermal areas of Hverir
8:21 Grjotagja lava cave
Jewels of the North Tour Highlights include:
(1)Godafoss waterfall.
Godafoss is one of the prettiest waterfalls in Iceland. Its name means “waterfall of the gods”
it is believed that idols of the old pagan Gods were thrown into it when Iceland embraced Christianity in 1000 A.D.
(2)Lake Myvatn
Lake Myvatn is Iceland’s fourth largest lake and is surrounded by diverse natural wonders.
(3)The pseudocraters at Skutustadagigar
These ancient craters were formed 2300 years ago. Their unusual geological creations are the result of bubbling lava flowing over mushy wetlands.
(4)Dimmuborgir (or Dark Cities)
Walk amidst these bizarrely shaped and interesting lava rock formations.
The place is believed to be the place where the 13 Icelandic Yule Lads (Santa Clauses) live.
(5)Myvatn Nature Baths
Where you can enjoy a relaxing bath in these milky blue geothermal waters.
(6)Colorful geothermal areas of Hverir
Experience the force of nature amidst sulphurous fissures in the cracked earth, steaming fumaroles and bubbling mud pools.
(7)Grjotagja lava cave
The beautiful deep blue colour of the geothermal water and concealed setting makes it very popular, more so after being featured in the Game of Thrones series.
Two tectonic plates meet here. Take a walk in this unique landscape and experience stepping on two tectonic plates at the same time.The fissure divides Eurasian and North American plate.
Video taken 7/23/2022
We also visited one of the world's northernmost gardens - The Akureyri Botanical Gardens which allows free access to the public.
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Videp of Akureyri Cruise Port:
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