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Hofsstaðir, 551 Sauðárkrókur • +354 896 9414 www.hofsstadir.is info@hofsstadir.is

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Skeiði, 621 Dalvík • +354 466 1636 www.thule-tours.com mail@thule-tours.com Yarns & Farms

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Hótel Varmahlíð

Varmahlíð, 560 Varmahlíð • +354 453 8170 www.hotelvarmahlid.is info@hotelvarmahlid.is

Guesthouse Skeið

OFF the beaten path Exploring nature of the Troll Peninsula

Check out www.thule-tours.com Follow us on Facebook „Gistihúsið Skeið“

Icelandic handicraft

A unique spot in the north of Iceland, offering versatile comfort and relaxation as well as excellent panorama view over Skagafjörður.

The restaurant comprises creative ideas, the midnight artic sun and the Northern Lights at Hofsstaðir are unforgettable and will leave no one untouched on a peaceful evening. Scenic nature is at the tips of your fingers, with the river floating peacefully by.Excellent walking facilities are in the vicinity.

Top 10 travel ideas in North Iceland · Feel the energy of Dettifoss, Europe‘s most powerful waterfall. · Relax in Lake Mývatn Nature baths or bathe in Víti (Hell) in Askja.

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Gistihúsið Skeið is a family-friendly lodging located off the beaten path in an idyllic valley offering a panoramic view of the majestic peaks of Tröllaskagi (=The Troll Peninsula). Events in 2013: Trail running "Skeiðshlaup", 7th of september, see hlaup. is, knitting tours "yarns & farms" in sept. our local christmas mart "Jólamarkaður á Skeiði", 30th of nov. and 1st of dec. Follow us on facebook "Gistihúsið Skeið".

We welcome you to a warm and cosy accommodation and tasty local food at our restaurant. Located in the heart of Skagafjörður, Hótel Varmahlíð offers excellent facilities in a comfortable atmosphere. An exciting range of recreations such as river rafting and horseback riding are close-by and after a day well spent a sensational dish from the local food chest will complete your experience. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery your visit will be unforgettable.

· Visit the northernmost point of Icelandic mainland, Hraunhafnartangi. · Whale watching is a must, from Húsavík the whale watching capital or Dalvík, Ólafsfjörður and Akureyri.

· Visit Akureyri and coastal towns for culture and cuisine.

· Take a guided tour to the Queen of Icelandic Mountains, Mt. Herðubreið.

· Watch seals up close in Vatnsnes peninsula.

· Cross the Arctic Circle and get a certificate in Grímsey island.

· Do a guided horse riding tour and try out tölt, the special gait of the Icelandic horse.

· Get some action from river rafting in Jökulsá in Skagafjörður or experience a jeep tour to the highlands.

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Hrísey • +354 695 0077 www.hrisey.is hrisey@hrisey.net

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Grytubakki II, 601 Akureyri • +354 463 3179 www.polarhestar.is polarhestar@polarhestar.is

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Skagafjörður is probably the best place for horse riding in North Iceland. We offer short riding tours, 1-3 hours all year around and longer tours up to one week during the summer. Suits both beginners and experienced riders. Two wooden cottages are on the farm for those who want to stay for 1 night or longer to experience Icelandic country life without any stress.

Accommodation is available all year round. Personal service and warmhearted atmosphere.

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We offer memorable seafaring adventures with close-up encounters with wonderful whales in a stunning sencery with a personal service on board one of the fastest boats in Iceland. Our company, located in Húsavík, often called the The Whale watching Capital of Europe, has a family history of 150 years in the bay. We offer an experience you that you do not find anywhere else.

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Húsavík • +354 464 1500 www.gentlegiants.is info@gentlegiants.is

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Torfunesbryggja harbour Akureyri +354 462 6800 • www.ambassador.is info@ambassador.is

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Artic Sea Tours

Harbor area, Dalvik • +354 771 7600 www.arcticseatours.is Book@arcticseatours.is

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Ásbyrgi - Riding tours

Ásbyrgi • +354 858 7080 +354 616 6011 www.activenorth.is info@activenorth.is

Mysterious Elven cities, a Viking treasure hidden in the ground, attractive valleys, rivers and a colourful world of wonders are waiting for the guest.

We ride through remote valleys to the famous Lake Myvatn. In the autumn, our guests may experience our riding tour "Autumn Colours and Northern Lights" - a fascinating tour through the autumnal landscape. The Polar Hestar riding tours are suitable for beginners and experienced riders. Be enchanted by the fascinating world of Iceland on horseback!

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The Traveling Viking

Akureyri • +354 896 3569 www.ttv.is • ttv@ttv.is

The island of Hrísey is a different kind of place to visit. The ferry to Hrisey takes off every 2 hours from the village Árskógssandur 35 kilometers from Akureyri. In Hrisey you can vist the geothermal pool, explore the hiking trails, look at the local museums, eat out, spend the night, go shopping in the local store "Júllabúð" and have a great time connecting with nature. Welcome to Hrísey.

A variety of whale watching and marine wildlife adventures on the Eyjafjörður fjord. Three departures daily, A full whale watching and wildlife experience in three hours. A selection of combo tours to create a combination of sightseeing, culture and wildlife experience. Our boat is specially designed for wildlife viewing up close, featuring two full walk around decks and six different viewing platforms and inside cabins with large windows. The galley is always stocked with light snacks,beer and soft drinks.

Whale Watching from Dalvik close to Akureyri. On our tours you will experience; sea angling, fish cutting demonstration, warm drink the taste of fresh fish from the grill at the end of the tour.

Dates and times: 09:00 May 1st - Oct 31st 13:30 June 1st - Sept 15th 19:00 June 15th - Aug 15th 23:00 June 20th - July 15th Winter schedule 2013-2014 13:00 Nov 1st - Feb 28th 09:00 March 1st - Oct 31st

Two unique experiences of Iceland, riding the Icelandic horse and visiting one of the most important sites of Vatnajökull National Park. On this tour we visit the magnificent Ásbyrgi rock canyon by horse. According to legend, Ásbyrgi was formed when Odin´s eight legged horse tripped in heaven, placing one hoof on earth leaving an enormous mark on the land.

Enjoy the high walls and rock formations, the native birch trees and birds in abundance.

The Traveling Viking is a family owned, pioneering tour company in Akureyri.

We provide a variety of excellent day tours and activities in the North of Iceland all year round. Lake Myvatn, Dettifoss waterfall, Goðafoss waterfall, Whale Watching, Sea Angling, Horse riding, Super Jeep Tours, big or small group tours, Private tours and more.

High quality, excellent personal service and tours/activities with local storytellers that know the area better than most.

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Meet the 13 Icelandic Yule Lads (Santas)

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Orkugangan ski marathon, the longest ski race in Iceland

“Tekið til kostanna”: Horse show

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Mývatn Open – Horses on Ice

Christmas and New Year celebration with bonfires and extraordinary fireworks set off from every street around midnight

Easter offering family friendly skiing and various winter activities

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Experience the Arctic North

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Dettifoss Trail Run located in Europe’s largest National Park

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Vibrant Town Festials showing the culture, arts and special events each town stands for

Gásir – Medieval Trading Place

24x24,hiking on 24 mountains in 24 hours among many hiking programmes

Arctic Open, golfing adventure under the midnight sun

Laufskálarétt, Skrapatungurétt and Víðidalstungurétt, popular horse roundups.

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