Private Siglufjörður & North Coast Tour from Akureyri

by Your Friend in Reykjavik · North Iceland

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from €1,406 per vehicle

Next departure: Fri 23 Oct

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Private Siglufjörður & North Coast Tour from Akureyri — Your Friend in Reykjavik

White church set in a small Icelandic town

Aerial scene in Akureyri with shops and coastal views

Scenic view of Akureyri town with mountains in the background

View of a boat docked, with houses behind and northern lights in the sky above

Picture of an old boat inside the museum at Siglufjörður

Húsavík church, a white church with people outside

Residential area of Siglufjörður with fjord backdrop

Dalvík harbor with mountains and boats in view

Harbor view of Húsavík town with boats docked

Street in Siglufjörður with traditional houses and boat docked in foreground

Harbor and town landscape in Siglufjörður

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Duration
6 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Season
All year
Starts in
Akureyri
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Guide
Guided in English
Departs
08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00 …
Cancellation
Free until 24 hours before

About this experience

Discover the rugged beauty and rich cultural history of North Iceland’s fjord coast on this private 6-hour journey from Akureyri. This tour combines breathtaking landscapes with charming coastal villages, offering travelers an immersive experience in the north’s maritime heritage.

The day begins with a scenic drive along Eyjafjörður fjord, one of Iceland’s longest and most dramatic fjords. Along the way, your guide will point out striking mountain peaks, serene fishing villages, and hidden photo spots, ensuring you capture the essence of North Iceland’s natural splendor.

Your first stops include the villages of Dalvík and Ólafsfjörður, both known for their rich fishing culture, colorful harbors, and traditional Icelandic architecture. These small towns offer a glimpse into everyday life along the fjord, where fishing remains a central part of the community. Pause to stretch your legs, take photos, and learn stories of local life from your knowledgeable guide.

The tour culminates in Siglufjörður, a picturesque fjord town historically famous for its herring industry. Nestled between steep mountains and the sea, Siglufjörður’s colorful houses, lively marina, and scenic harbor make it one of the most photogenic towns in Iceland. History enthusiasts can optionally explore the Herring Era Museum, which showcases Iceland’s herring boom of the early 20th century, providing fascinating insight into how this industry shaped the community and Iceland’s northern coast.

After exploring the town, enjoy free time to wander along the waterfront, browse local artisan shops, or stop at a café or restaurant for a light snack or lunch. Throughout the tour, your private guide ensures a relaxed pace, shares insider knowledge about Iceland’s north coast, and highlights the best views along the fjord roads.

This tour is perfect for travelers who want a combination of scenic drives, cultural experiences, and leisurely exploration of North Iceland’s coastal gems—all in the comfort of a private vehicle.

Description from the operator, Your Friend in Reykjavik. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

Pickup in Akureyri
Scenic Drive along Eyjafjörður
Stop in Dalvík
Stop in Ólafsfjörður
Arrival in Siglufjörður
(Optional) Herring Era Museum Visit
Optional Café or Lunch Stop
Return to Akureyri

Included

Private transportation in a comfortable vehicle
English-speaking local guide
Pickup and drop-off in Akureyri (hotels or cruise port)

Not included

Food and drinks
Entry to Herring Era Museum
Tips (optional)

Good to know

Warm, weather-appropriate clothing
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera or phone for photos
Optional: snacks or water

Light walking is involved in villages and harbor areas
Weather may affect some stops; your guide may adjust the itinerary accordingly
The tour operates year-round, but road conditions in winter may affect timing

Cancellation for this tour

Free cancellation until 24 hours before departure; no refund after that. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

If the weather cancels this tour

Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is a forecast the operator judges unsafe. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.

1Your Friend in Reykjavik decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.

What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until 1 day before departure, the operator's policy after that.

Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →

Who this is not for

Priced per vehicle, so it is poor value for one or two people and good value for four or more sharing.

Read off the operator's own conditions. If none of it applies to you, this is a good one.

Why we list it

Your Friend in Reykjavik is one of 204 operators we work with — chosen for reliability, honest descriptions and how they treat guests when weather changes plans. We don't list everything; we list what we'd book ourselves. The six checks every operator passes →

What travellers say about Your Friend in Reykjavik

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Operator rating 4.9/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

Sanket Das
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
Your Friend in Reykjavik is the best tour company in Reykjavik . I took Walk with a Viking Tour , Snaefellsnes Peninsula day tour and 6 days around Iceland Adventure tour . I spent 8 Nights in Iceland . I stayed 2 nights at Hotel Reykjavik Grand , 1 night at Hotel Geirland , 1 night at Hotel Hofn , 1 night at Wilderness Center , 1 night at Akureyri Berjaya Iceland Hotels , 1 night at Hotel Laugarbakki , 1 night at Hotel Keflavik . It was an amazing tour . My experience in Iceland was magical and heavenly . I also visited Blue Lagoon and it was a nice experience. I enjoyed my every second in Iceland . Iceland is one of the most beautiful country on our planet . I would keep visiting Iceland in the future . Thank you for making my Iceland journey special and memorable .
Wendy Uhlig
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
We had a great time on our Iceland Folklore tour. Our guide was Einar. He was a fantastic storyteller!! Hidden people/elves, trolls and ghost stories - and a lot of Icelandic history. Thank you Einar!!
Nanci Ritter
★★★★★ · 2 months ago
Petra was an incredible guide. We asked her to show us as much as she could before taking our crazy family of 10 to the airport for our flights to three different cities ! First stop was the beautiful church in downtown Reykjavik that had just opened with an organ recital. Next stop a lovely spot and observation sight overlooking the city by the Pearl. Cold and wet she found us a lovely coffee shop with the best pastries for a welcome mid morning rest next to the sea. Back in the van we drove for a bit before having the opportunity to explore a geothermal field on our way to the airport. A perfect day and ending to our time in Iceland. Petra shared alot of history and information from the perspective of a local which we all appreciated and enjoyed!
Vincent Damas
★★★★★ · 4 months ago
Nice walking trip in Reykjavik city centre with our local guide Hrafn, very friendly and knowledgeable. A good introduction to Iceland on the very first day of our 2 weeks road-trip around the island 👍

Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026

Read before you book

Akureyri Airport transfer: bus, shuttle or privateAkureyri Airport is a few minutes from town. A seat on the flight bus costs about €11 to €18; a private car is from €240 and only makes sense for a group.
Cruise ship day in Iceland: what fits in six hoursShore excursions for cruise days in Reykjavík, Akureyri and Grundarfjörður — what fits inside a six-hour call and what to leave for another trip.

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Hotels

Where to stay for this tour

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Akureyri: light 08:31–17:22, 8 h 51 min of daylight.

✓ Free cancellation until 24 hours before
✓ Instant confirmation by email
✓ If Your Friend in Reykjavik cancels for weather or safety: a full refund, or another date
✓ Card — Apple Pay or Google Pay where your device offers it — through Stripe; the charge is made in Icelandic krónur
✓ Price promise: Your Friend in Reykjavik's own price, or we refund the difference
✓ One checkout, even with tours from several operators
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