Private Dynjandi Waterfall & Iceland’s Oldest Bookstore Westfjords Tour

by Magic Iceland Travel · private · cruise-excursion · Westfjords

4.80(177) · operator on Google
Private Dynjandi Waterfall & Iceland’s Oldest Bookstore Westfjords Tour — Magic Iceland Travel

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  • Duration

    3 hours and 30 minutes

  • Difficulty

    Easy

  • Season

    All year

  • Starts in

    Ísafjörður

  • Meeting

    Hotel pickup available

  • Languages

    EN, DE, ZH, KO, PT, EN, JA, IT, FR, PL, ES, ZH

  • Departs

    08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00 …

  • Cancellation

    Free until 24h before

About this experience

Embark on a wonderful adventure with your loved ones and discover the stunning beauty of Iceland’s Westfjords on this fully private shore excursion, thoughtfully designed to fit your group and cruise schedule. Marvel at the breathtaking Dynjandi waterfall, often called the jewel of the Westfjords, and step into one of Iceland’s oldest bookstores in the charming village of Flateyri - a delightful spot for all ages. This private tour is perfect for families, friends, and larger groups, with comfortable minibuses for 7–19 passengers or spacious coaches for 20–57 passengers. Everyone can travel together, making it easy to share special moments and create lasting memories. Your friendly private guide will lead you through dramatic fjords, peaceful fishing villages, and scenic mountain roads, giving you a personal and flexible experience far from the crowds. Since the tour is private, you can set your own pace and adjust the itinerary to suit your family’s wishes. Want to pause for extra photos, spend more time at the majestic waterfall, or enjoy a cozy coffee break with a beautiful fjord view? Just let us know, and we’ll do our best to make it happen. Highlights include: - A private vehicle and guide just for your group - The spectacular Dynjandi waterfall, the largest in the Westfjords - A visit to Iceland’s oldest bookstore in Flateyri - Scenic drives through fjords and authentic fishing villages - Flexible timing and itinerary whenever possible - Cruise-ship tailored pickup and guaranteed return on time Whether your family prefers a relaxing day of sightseeing or a more adventurous outing, we are happy to customize your journey to make your Westfjords visit truly unforgettable for everyone.

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Included


• Private transportation for your group only
• Professional private guide/driver-guide (English, German, or Chinese-speaking guide available)
• Pickup and drop-off at Ísafjörður cruise port
• Visit to Dynjandi waterfall
• Visit to Iceland’s oldest bookstore in Flateyri
• Scenic drive through the Westfjords
• Flexible itinerary whenever possible
• Guaranteed return to the ship on time
• Free WiFi on board

Not included


• Food and drinks
• Personal expenses

Good to know

• Warm and waterproof clothing
• Comfortable walking shoes or hiking shoes
• Hat and gloves, as weather in the Westfjords can change quickly
• Camera or phone for photos
• Water bottle and snacks

• Food and drinks
• Personal expenses

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.

  1. 1Magic Iceland Travel 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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 →

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Seats come back — a cancellation, or the operator adding a vehicle. Tell us the date and we will check once a day and email you if one opens. One email, then we delete the address; nothing else is ever sent to it.

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.

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Why we list it

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What travellers say about Magic Iceland Travel

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Operator rating 4.8/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

  • Julian Thompson

    ★★★★★ · 3 months ago

    What a great tour at such a reasonable price! Went on the Golden Circle 9 hour tour today with Daniel (the guide) and Pavel (the driver). We survived so Pavel's obviously a good driver 😉 but the amount of information Daniel knew (despite not being a native Icelander) was astounding and presented in a very accessible manner. We had the cruise ship terminal pickup tour but they also pickup all around Reykjavík. Highly recommended to anyone looking for excellent value for money and a really interesting tour. We'll definitely use them again when we return to Iceland.

  • Elaine Low

    ★★★★★ · 3 months ago

    I did the Golden Circle with Surprise Tour in Reykjavik with tour guide Viktoria and driver Pawel on June 10, 2026. The tour totally exceeded my expectations. Viktoria was engaging and energetic and gave us information throughout the tour that was interesting and filled with humor. An added bonus is that she is a very good singer. Our driver Pawel was very courteous and helpful. They went out of their way to route the tour to try to minimized crowds and this was greatly appreciated by all. I would highly recommend this tour to everyone.

  • L. Olsen

    ★★★★★ · 5 months ago

    ​⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Unforgettable Icelandic Adventure👌 ​If you’re in Reykjavik, stop scrolling and book this Golden Circle tour. Seriously 😉 ​Our guide, Thales, was an absolute legend. The man is a walking encyclopedia of Icelandic lore, but with way better jokes. He turned a scenic drive into a full-on masterclass about the land of fire and ice. ​The amazing stuff: ​Þingvellir: Walked between continents ​Geysir: Got some epic "eruption" videos ​Gullfoss: Absolutely mystical and magical ​Kerið Crater: amazing view from the top ​​The "Surprise" (The Legend of the Shark): 🦈 The itinerary mentioned a "small local surprise." Thales whipped out some fermented shark. Let’s just say it’s a... unique culinary experience that stays with you (mostly in your nose). 🤣It was the highlight of the trip and had the whole bus laughing. ​An unforgettable day with a world-class guide. 10/10 highly recommend! 🤌👌🫶

  • Miks Rieksts-Hofmanis

    ★★★★★ · 4 months ago

    We today had a fabulous Golden Circle tour! Our lovely guide Daniel made sure everyone felt comfortable. He is like a walking encyclopedia and conversations with him are fascinating. The beauty on this tour is beyond comprehension. I highly recommend it! Greetings from Latvia, Miks

Reviews from Google · updated 13 Sept 2026

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