Private tour in Akureyri Sigrun Sol O

Iceland Hiking and riding tour in two continents!

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I've been a professional tour guide since 2010. I work now almost full time as a licensed driving guide, taking groups of all sizes, from 1 or 2 people intimate tours up to full 50 person bus tours. I am born and raised in Iceland and love the outdoors and taking guests around Iceland, Greenland and Germany. My main base is Reykjavik, but I have a second base in Myvatn in the North of Iceland so I am happy to take tours out of Akureyri whenever possible. I am a true story teller and specially passionate about history, geology and the Iceland Sagas with a personal twist. Icelandic is my mother-tongue and I speak fluent English and German. I have three sons, two cats and one horse. I have a Master Degree in Communication in Culture from the University of Iceland and part of the study took place in the University of the Arts in Berlin, Germany. My background is in the theater and working in films, both as an actress, director and Casting director. I soon realized I was the happiest doing my side job; guiding. So, for the last years it has taken over my life, simply because I love it. I take pride in the fact that the travelers give me enthusiastic feedback and many are still in touch with me, even years after their initial trip to Iceland. They really like what I have to show them and my way of making sure that the experience is full of surprises and great enjoyment. I also love Greenland and guide tours there whenever I have a chance. My most recent review: "Everyone was THRILLED with the trip. They all said it was a fantastic vacation. They were so happy they got to see the Northern Lights for three nights but they also said all of the activities were great and the trip as a whole was wonderful. We all agreed that we wished you planned trips in every country in the world because your knowledge and your care and your price planning to meet everyone's needs are THE BEST. " All my tours can be customized upon request. 2022: Wilderness First Responser (Nols Wilderness Medicine) 2020: Licensed driving guide for big and small buses. (Ekill Akureyri Iceland) 2012: C1 certificate German language UdK Berlin, Germany. 2012 - 1013: MA Study - exchange student - UdK Berlin: GWK - Communication in Social and Economic context. (Gesellschaft und Wirtschaft Kommunikation) 2009 - 2012: MA degree - Communication of Culture: Univ. of Icel. (grad: June 2012) 2009 - 2010: Licensed Tour guide - German and English: University of Iceland (Endurmenntun HÍ) 2002 - 2004: Theater pedagogy - teachers degree: Art University of Iceland. 2001 - 2004: Diploma - Director's study: European Association for Theatre Culture - Berlin Germany, Bari Italy, Bergen Norway and Moscow Russia. 1997: Diploma - Film maker: Icelandic Film school. 1990-1994: BA degree - Acting: The Drama Institute of Iceland 1994. (Art Univ. of Iceland) None

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Overview of your Akureyri tour

Hiking up a volcano, riding in lava fields and soothing in a nature bath. A wonderful day for people who love hiking and being close to nature! We hike up to a volcano called Hverfjall and around the crater rim. Enjoy a splendid view over the Myvatn Nature Reserve, right on the rift zone between the North- American and Eurasian tectonic plates. Experience what it is to be with one foot on each continent! We extend the hike for those eager for more challenge to the Dimmuborgir Lava park, where there is a selection of hiking trails to choose from. Optional on this tour is to add in a horseback - riding tour by the lake. We finish the day with a relaxing soak in a thermal bath of your choice; either Jarðböðin; right there in Myvatn area with beautiful view over the lake, or Skogarböðin; overlooking Akureyri fjord - Eyjafjörður - - the longest fjord in Iceland. Skogarböðin. Both wonderful and relaxing thermal baths.

Your Akureyri tour itinerary

We drive from Akureyri town towards Myvatn lake Nature reserve. The drive is about 1 hour and on the way we enjoy the absolutely stunning scenery of post-glacial, U-shaped valleys and one of Iceland's most beautiful waterfall; Goðafoss. We drive straight to Hverfjall - volcanic crater. Hverfjall is one of Iceland's most beautiful and symmetrical explosion craters, besides being one of the largest of its kind in the world. It is estimated that the crater was created during a volcanic explosion likely around 2800 - 2900 years ago. The hike up the crater can take 1 - 1. 5 hours - depending on speed and conditions. We can extend the hike into the Lava park Dimmuborgir. It is optional on this tour to enjoy a soak in a Nature Bath and/or challenge yourself with more activity by going horseback-riding with local farmers on absolutely breathtaking beautiful trails around the pseudo-craters and in the lava fields around the lake. We head back to Akureyri in late afternoon - depending on your requested activity.

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation

In a private rental vehicle - either a Toyota Land cruiser (4 pax) or similar. If required I can provide a bigger vehicle, A Defender (7 pax) or even a Mercedes Benz Sprinter (11 pax)

What's included
Other: I am a licensed guide to take clients for hikes into wilderness areas and have a broad knowledge of the geology of Iceland. Note: Pax is entirely responsible for their own insurance. And they have to be aware of risk-taking when signing on for a riding tour or hiking in wilderness.
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What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Admission fee to thermal bath. (9 - 11000 ISK) Fee for horseback - riding tour. (12000 ISK p.p. winter fee) Rate not set for summer 2023. Privat tour 18.000 ISK p.p. Note - if you do not choose a bath or horseback-riding we can do longer hike. In that case you only need a little cash to grab refreshments somewhere in the lake area, upon your wish.
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Meeting location

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Parking lot by Hof - culture and concert hall of Akureyri.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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Tour categories
Day Trip
Hiking
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Family
Layover
History
Tour reference number
1088782
Languages
German
Icelandic
English
Activity level
Light

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Who is this private tour in Akureyri best suited for?

This private tour in Akureyri is perfect for nature lovers and those who enjoy outdoor activities. It's ideal for travellers who want to experience hiking up a volcano, riding in lava fields, and relaxing in a nature bath. The tour also suits those interested in geology, as you'll be exploring the rift zone between the North-American and Eurasian tectonic plates.

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