Easy Borgarfjordur Eystri & Hafnarholmi

Easy Borgarfjordur Eystri & Hafnarholmi

7 hours | Seydisfjordur | S E J - 1 0 0
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Description

Points of Interest
  • Seyðisfjörður
  • Borgarfjörður Eystri
  • Hafnarhólmi
Includes meal, Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Board your motorcoach for the quaint fishing village of Bakkagerdi. Heading into the remote landscape, you'll traverse Fjardarheidi Pass and follow the shores of Lake Lagarfljot, home to a mysterious sea creature. You'll then make a photo stop at Njardvikurskridur, believed to be inhabited by a terrible monster; today, a cross marks the spot where a local farmer defeated the beast in 1306. Upon arriving in Bakkagerdi, you'll disembark for a typical Icelandic lunch. Above Bakkagerdi sits Álfaborg, a rocky hill, home of the fairy queen of Iceland. Nearby is Bakkagerdiskirkja, an enchanting 110-year-old church. The inside altarpiece depicts Christ giving the Sermon on the Mount standing atop Álfaborg. Before returning to your ship, you'll stop at Hafnarholmi, a must-see for bird enthusiasts. A staircase that leads to the top of town offers breathtaking views.

Special Notes:

This excursion is a scenic drive suitable to most passengers. Guests must negotiate a small number of steps when entering buildings. There are steep steps up Hafnarholmi to view the town and birds (steps are optional and guests can opt to stay at the parking lot while others walk up).

Wear comfortable, appropriate shoes for the terrain in this excursion; along with the appropritate clothing suited to the day's conditions. Bring a hat and a light, waterproof jacket.

Guests must also navigate several steps to get to the viewing platform. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed and the birds, specifically puffins usually migrate mid-August.

Child Price:

12 & under reduced

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Drive towards Bakkagerði making a quick photostop at Njardvikurskrid cross

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 50
Travel time: 01:30
Time at site: 00:15
Free time at site: 15
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: No
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No

Drive to Hólmanes for visit of Holmanes and birdwatching

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 50
Travel time: 00:2
Time at site: 00:40
Free time at site: 40
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: No
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Drive to Bakkagerði

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 50
Travel time: 00:15
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: No
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No

Bakkagerði (the village of Borgarfjordur Eystri) Visit the local church, and bird watch at Hafnarhólmi bird-watching platform. Lunch at a local restaurant.

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 50
Travel time: 00:15
Time at site: 03:00
Free time at site: 180
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: No
Walking distance: 1050
Steps: 40
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes
Photo/video restrictions: No

Drive from Bakkagerði to Egilstadir

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 50
Travel time: 01:15
Inside visit: No
Air conditioned: No
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No

Egilstadir town - comfort stop

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 50
Time at site: 00:25
Free time at site: 25
Inside visit: Yes
Air conditioned: No
Steps: 20
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes
Photo/video restrictions: No

Re-board your motorcoach and return to your ship

Transport type: Non Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 50
Travel time: 00:40
Air conditioned: No
Restroom available: No
Shopping available: No
Photo/video restrictions: No