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Iceland, Borgarfjörður |
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8 days / 7 nights |
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| Overview |
 This is an amazing tour of Iceland, exploring Iceland's awe-inspiring east fjords and the hidden gems of Víknaslóðir, or the “Deserted Inlets” in and near the Borgarfjörður Eystri. Among Icelanders the vicinity of Borgarfjörður is known for its great natural beauty and incredible hiking routes but it is still untouched by mass-tourism. This isolated region is also considered to be a central province of the elves. In the Álfaborg fortress (Elf-hill) their queen has long resided, governing and watching over her realm. After our treks in the east we will cross over to the incredible Mývatn lake visiting en route the still steaming lava field of Leirhnjúkur and end the trip in the charming town of Akureyri.
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Itinerary |
Day 1
Mon
Arrival from Reykjavík to Egilsstaðir airport with evening the flight normally departing at 20:00 in the evening. One hour drive together to Borgarfjörður to our locally owned Elf guesthouse where we will stay next 6 nights.
Day 2
Tues
East Iceland’s best-kept secret... Stórurð (Boulder Hollow). We start the day's hike by going up and crossing the mountain Geldingafjall (640 m), then continuing inland west of Súlur peaks. We then go down into Stórurð. Calm turquoise-coloured basins of icy water lie hidden among the huge boulders, often with flat banks of short, tender, green grass.
Day 3
Wed
We take a15 minutes drive from Borgarfjörður and stop at Unaós farm. We hike along Selfljót river to the seashore and to the Stapavík cove, a former unloading place for ships. From Stapavík we take a rather easy hike along Gönguskörð. Pick up at Njarðavík farm and drive to Borgarfjörður.
Day 4
Thurs
Transport to Afrétt and then an easy hike over moors and gravelly ground, before reaching Breiðavík inlet. The rhyolite mountains along the way display an incredible range of pastel colours. After a short stop on the black sands of Breiðavík beach with its Siberian driftwood, we hike up to Gagnheiði ridge (479 m), which has a viewpoint indicator and fabulous panorama. Then it is back to Bakkagerði after an eventful day with wide views over many of the area's amazing mountains.
Day 5
Fri
We start the day with 3 hours hike in the village, Old turf house, concert hall, local fish factory, from rock to art.After a light lunch we hike on unmarked trails in the valley of Borgarfjörður. From the village, we take sheep trails up to Dimmidalur (the Dark Valley) and Jökuldalur (Glacier Valley) to see their rugged, beautiful landscape, right under the Door Mountains and also visiting the queen of the elves at Álfaborg (Elf Hill).
Day 6
Sat
We start the day after transport to the environmentally friendly harbour of Borgarfjörður, Hafnarhólmi, to visit the puffins and other birds nesting there. Next we hike up from the coast to Brúnavík pass, at 345 m, and down to Brúnavík inlet. There we visit another beach of black sand taking our shoes off to ford the small stream, we enjoy a relaxing barefooted walk to the other end of the beach. On our way back we hike over Hofstrandarskarð pass, 321 m high, and walk beside Helgárgil colourful canyon towards Bakkagerði village.
Day 7
Sun
After a good breakfast we will say good-bye to the peaceful Borgarfjörður and the local people. We drive towards Mývatn area and to Möðrudalur farm in the open space of eastern highland. Before we reach lake Mývatn we will hike in the smoking lava of Leirhnjúkur last active 30 years ago. From Leirhnjúkur we drive to the Hverir area with bubbling mud and smoking steam. We go over to the Mývatn Lake and enjoy their local food and visit their geothermal nature bath.
Day 8
Mon
Akureyri – Departure.
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| Includes |
- Accommodation in a double room ensuite.
- Museum admissions
- A local guide and all transport included.
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| Notes |
| Optional quote for Full package with airfare at preferential rates will be provided along with your Enquiry. |
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Level: Moderate – Amateur
Travel Dates: On Request
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| Experiences |
- Borgarfjörður.
- Mývatn.
- The deep Fjords.
- The mystic Elf sites.
- The lava fields.
- Breath taking lakes.
- Picturesque fishing village.
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