Lake Mývatn, Goðafoss and powerful Dettifoss

by Star Travel · Sightseeing day tours · North Iceland

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from €240.05 per person

Next departure: Sun 25 Oct

Lake Mývatn, Goðafoss and powerful Dettifoss — Star Travel

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Duration
8 hours
Difficulty
Moderate
Season
All year
Starts in
Akureyri
Pickup
Hotel pickup included
Guide
Guided in English
Departs
07:00, 07:30, 08:00, 08:30 …
Cancellation
Free until 24 hours before

Meeting point, in Star Travel's words: If no pick up is listed we meet at 09:00 at Hotel Kea, Hafnarstræti 87-89, 600 Akureyri

About this experience

Lake Mývatn and the surroundings are a must-see while exploring the North.

First, we drive along the coast of Eyjafjörður, one of the longest fjords in Iceland. We begin by stopping at Goðafoss waterfall, one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Iceland, on our way to Lake Mývatn, the lake was created by a large basaltic lava eruption 2300 years ago, and the surrounding landscape is dominated by volcanic landforms, including lava pillars and rootless vents.

We will stop at the hot spring area at Hverarönd in Námaskarð. Then it comes to one of the most powerful waterfall in Europe, Dettifoss.

On the way back we come to the unique lava formations of Dimmuborgir which are among the most popular tourist attractions in the Mývatn area and also in Skútustaðagígar (pseudo craters area).

Our last stop is in Eyjafjörður where you can see over the fjord to Akureyri.

Description from the operator, Star Travel. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

Goðafoss
Skútustaðagígar
Dimmuborgir
Grjótagjá
Hverir
Dettifoss
Selfoss

Included

This tour includes comfortable transportation in a minibus, a complimentary pickup service, and an English-speaking guide to enhance your experience.

Good to know

We recommend bringing the following items for a comfortable and enjoyable experience:

Warm clothes to stay cozy in changing weather
Good hiking shoes for stability and comfort
Gloves to keep your hands warm
A water bottle to stay hydrated
Light snacks for an extra energy boost along the way

Being well-prepared will help you make the most of your adventure.

You have the option to be dropped off at the Forest Lagoon on the way back, giving you the perfect opportunity to unwind and relax after your day tour. Conveniently located just outside of Akureyri, the lagoon offers a serene geothermal bathing experience, as well as an on-site restaurant where you can enjoy a delicious meal. When you're ready to head into the city center, taxis are readily available for an easy and hassle-free ride. Contact us at info@startravel.is to reserve your spot at the Forest Lagoon, or visit the Activities section on our website to make a booking quickly and easily. Expected arrival time is 17:00

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.

1Star 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.
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 →

Why this one and not the cheaper one?

The nearest cheaper Geosea Ticket from GeoSea is €55 — €185 less. Here is every difference we can actually measure.

	Star Travel · €240	GeoSea · €55
Getting there	Picks you up	You make your own way
Changing your mind	Free until 24 h before	Not stated
How hard it is	Moderate	Easy

The €185 buys you hotel pickup and free cancellation up to 24 h before. Whether that is worth it is your call — but that is what the difference is.

Who this is not for

Not for late risers on your first morning — the earliest departure is 07:00, and Reykjavík pickups start before that.

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

Why we list it

Star Travel 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 Star Travel

Read all 67 reviews on Google →

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

Charlie
★★★★★ · 8 months ago
Hogni (Garfield) was incredibly friendly, professional and knowledgeable which made our day really special. The tour ran with only 3 of us so it was a very personal experience and we got to see all of the sights with no one else around. We also stopped for hot dogs for lunch which were really tasty and affordable. We learnt so much about Icelandic culture and got some incredible photos of all of the sights - of which there were far too many to mention. I would highly recommend and would definitely book with Star Travel again.
Anya
★★★★★ · 7 months ago
What a mindblowing experience! Firstly we went to the Forest lagoon and spent such a wonderful time there, relaxing in hot water with pina colada with a forest view. It was snowing while we were there which made the experience even more magical and movie-like. And then the best part of the tour came. We’ve almost lost the hope of seeing Northern lights that night as it was cloudy and other tours were cancelled but our guide was so confident and just knew WHERE to go! After driving for about an hour we saw Aurora!!! We couldn’t believe our eyes. It was so bright and massive, spreading across the whole sky! We were watching this “show” for an hour: it was dancing in the sky and constantly moving and changing its shape. And the observation spot was between snowy mountains, like in a fairy tale. We were literally screaming and jumping out of happiness because it was so stunning and because our dream came true. And this is thanks to our highly experienced and enthusiastic guide. We are so grateful to him!! He’s a magician who found bright Northern lights in a cloudy day! 15.02.2026
Eva Wong
★★★★★ · 2 years ago
THE BEST! No need to look at any other operator! We've traveled around the world and finally had the opportunity to come to Iceland. We are a family of 10 who were on a cruise and our first port in Iceland was Akureyri. We were fortunate to stay overnight and I wanted to make the most of our time. Through lots of research and communicating with a few vendors, I decided Star Travel was the way to go! We booked a private tour and had Julli as our guide for the day. From the moment we booked, til the end of the day at 7:00pm, we had nothing but positive things to say. Great communication. Professional. On time. Expertise. Fun. and Fair pricing. Thank you for showing us the Capital of the North. We loved our experience! All the best to you!
Kat Soja
★★★★★ · 6 months ago
Really great tour company, recommend them fully! I have come across Siggy from Star Travel several times during my stay in Akureryi and have nothing but praise for him. Funny, knowledgeable, incredibly committed to making sure that whatever tour you've picked, you will have a great experience. Amazing service and super friendly people on board. Way to go. Thank you, Siggy!

Reviews from Google · updated 21 Oct 2026

Read before you book

Dettifoss: east bank or west bank?West bank for most people: paved Road 862, Selfoss upstream and open in winter. East bank on gravel Road 864 only in summer, or by super jeep in late winter.

Reviews from our travellers

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Reviews arrive the day after each trip — none yet for this one. After your tour we send one email asking how it was, and what you write goes here, unedited.

Hotels

Where to stay for this tour

From the cheapest to the top end of what is near Akureyri, from our hotel partners. Rooms are booked on our hotels site.

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€240.05 per person

Star Travel's own price. 3% off the whole trip when you book two or more tours together, in one checkout.

Your date

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Departs07:0007:3008:0008:3009:0009:3010:0010:3011:0011:30

Akureyri: light 08:38–17:15, 8 h 37 min of daylight.

✓ Free cancellation until 24 hours before
✓ Instant confirmation by email
✓ If Star Travel 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: Star Travel's own price, or we refund the difference
✓ One checkout, even with tours from several operators
✓ Vetted operator — the six checks every operator passes

Pairs well with

Add any of these to this tour and 3 % comes off both at checkout — about €12 on the cheapest pair. One basket, one payment, however many operators they come from.