ALL YEAR ALL ICELAND
TOUR OPERATOR
FROM
AKUREYRI
SAGA TRAVEL
TOP CHOICE
FOR SIGHT SIGHTSEEING SEEING AND ACTIVITIES
SAGA TRAVEL
CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE WINNER 2015
SAGA TRAVEL
INNOVATION AWARD
www.sagatravel.is 2015 – 2016
SUMMER
FROM
AK UR EY RI
Departure
Duration in hours
Tour name
6:30
13 – 15
Askja Super Jeep
26
6:30
2 days
2 day Complete Askja Excursion
27
8:00
8
Cave Exploration Lofthellir
14
8:00
8–9
Lake Mývatn Classic
4
8:00
10 – 11
Diamond Circle Classic
12
8:00
10 – 11
Great Icelandic Waterfalls
10
8:00
11 – 12
Vatnsnes & Burial Rites
24
8:00
2 days
2 day Tröllaskagi Peninsula Circle
25
9:00
3
Whale Watching
22
10:00
3
Horseback Riding (1,5 hrs ride)
23
10:30
5
Culinary Coastline
19
13:00
2.5 – 3
Akureyri Art & City Walk
18
13:00
4
Icelandic Churches
21
13:00
4–5
Rural Akureyri Culture & Farms
20
13:00
5
Coastal Culture & Siglufjörður
9
13:00
6
Lake Mývatn Afternoon
5
13:00
11
Lake Mývatn Afternoon & Evening
6
14:00
3
Horseback Riding (1,5 hrs ride)
23
17:00
5
Horseback Ride & Evening Bite (1,5 hrs)
23
20:30
3
Whale Watching
22
22:00
10 – 11
Diamond Circle, Puffins & the Midnight Sun
13
Operated by Saga Travel
M
T
W
Operated by Saga Travel partners
BOOK NOW
558 8888
www.sagatravel.is
See our webpage for furrther details on each tou
T
F
S
S
Page
LAKE MÝVATN
3 DAILY DEPARTURES
ALL YEAR ROUND
WINTER
» Lake Mývatn Classic » Lake Mývatn Afternoon » Lake Mývatn Afternoon & Evening
FROM
AK UR EY RI
Departure
Duration in hours
8:00
2 days
2 day Tröllaskagi Peninsula Circle
25
9:00
8–9
Waterfall Dettifoss Super Jeep
11
9:00
8–9
Cave Exploration Lofthellir Winter Challenge
15
9:00
8–9
Lake Mývatn Classic
4
10:00
3
Horseback Riding (1,5 hrs ride)
23
10:30
5
Culinary Coastline
19
13:00
2,5 – 3
Akureyri Art & City Walk
18
13:00
4
Icelandic Churches
21
13:00
4–5
Rural Akureyri Culture & Farms
20
13:00
5
Coastal Culture & Siglufjörður
9
13:00
6
Lake Mývatn Afternoon
5
13:00
11
Lake Mývatn Afternoon & Evening
6
14:00
3
Horseback Riding (1,5 hrs ride)
23
21:00
4
Northern Lights Photography
17
21:30
2,5-3
Northern Lights
16
Tour name
Operated by Saga Travel
M
T
W
T
F
Operated by Saga Travel partners
Free pick -up in Akurey ri
office Visit our booking yri downtown Akure
S
S
Page
ALL YEAR
MINI BUS
LAKE MÝVATN CLASSIC
»» Including a visit to Mývatn Nature Baths STA020 »» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
HIGHLIGHTS
1st May – 31st October Mon Tue Wed 8:00 8:00 8:00
Waterfall Goðafoss Mt. Námafjall Dimmuborgir lava formations Skútustaðagígar pseudo craters Hverir mud pools Mývatn Nature Baths Víti explosion crater (In summer time) Mt. Krafla volcano (In summer time)
Thu 8:00
Fri 8:00
Sat 8:00
Sun 8:00
1st November - 30th April Mon Tue Wed Thu 9:00 9:00 9:00 9:00
Fri 9:00
Sat 9:00
Sun 9:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
Waterfall Goðafoss is our first stop and from there we start our amazing journey through areas of extreme contrasts: bird life, flora, geothermal activity, geology and sagas. The Lake Mývatn area is by many considered the most beautiful and at the same time the most catastrophic place in Iceland.
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
8 – 9 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Mini Bus MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MAXIMUM 16 persons on tour MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up OPERATED
Towards the end of the tour we visit the Mývatn Nature Baths for a relaxing geothermal bath in a stunning natural lagoon setting.
Price
In summertime we also visit the Mt. Krafla area and Víti explosion crater.
ISK 22.900
SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good walking shoes »» Warm clothes »» Bathing suit and towel »» Water bottle
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM
NOTE »» Fee for Mývatn Nature Baths is included »» During the tour we break for refreshments at a local restaurant or café
4
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) » » LAKE MÝVATN More info on www.sagatravel.is
ALL YEAR
MINI BUS
LAKE MÝVATN AFTERNOON
»» One of Iceland’s most catastrophic areas STA023 HIGHLIGHTS Waterfall Goðafoss Grjótagjá rift Dimmuborgir lava formations Mt. Námafjall Hverir mud pools Skútustaðagígar pseudo craters Víti explosion crater (In summer time) Mt. Krafla volcano (In summer time) On this tour we visit one of Iceland’s most amazing area, full of extreme contrasts: bird life, flora, geothermal activity, geology and sagas. The Lake Mývatn area is by many considered the most beautiful and at the same time the most catastrophic place in Iceland. By joining this afternoon tour you can reserve the morning for some of our other tours.
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
All Year Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
6 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Mini Bus MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MAXIMUM 16 persons on tour MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 19.500 OPERATED
Morning departures include Whale Watching or Horseback Riding amongst many others. Before your Lake Mývatn departure at 13:00 you can also enjoy the Akureyri city center with some of its local museums, galleries, cafés and restaurants.
SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good walking shoes »» Warm clothes »» Water bottle
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) 5 » » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 More info on www.sagatravel.is
ALL YEAR
MINI BUS
LAKE MÝVATN AFTERNOON & EVENING
»» We look for northern lights or the midnight sun STA022 SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS Waterfall Goðafoss Grjótagjá rift Dimmuborgir lava formations Mt. Námafjall Víti explosion crater Mt. Krafla volcano Mývatn Nature Baths The midnight sun Local countryside dinner
WINTER HIGHLIGHTS Waterfall Goðafoss Grjótagjá rift Mt. Námafjall Local countryside dinner Dimmuborgir lava formations Víti explosion crater Mývatn Nature Baths Dark winter evening Searching for the northern lights Just relax and take it easy. We start at 13:00 to see the area highlights, enjoy delicious local dinner, visit the Nature Baths and maybe see northern lights or the midnight sun.
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
All Year Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
11 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Mini Bus MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MAXIMUM 16 persons on tour MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up OPERATED
Price
ISK 39.500
ner Includes a localvisdin to it ing en ev and Mývatn Nature Baths SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good walking shoes »» Warm clothes »» Bathing suit and towel »» Water bottle
NOTE »» Fee for Mývatn Nature Baths is included »» During the tour we break for refreshments at a local restaurant or café
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) 6 » » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 More info on www.sagatravel.is
LOCAIDLES
TOUR GU
7
ALL YEAR
PRIVATE
SUPER JEEP
LAKE MÝVATN SUPER JEEP
»» The exclusive way of exploring STP021 »» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
HIGHLIGHTS Waterfall Goðafoss Grjótagjá rift Skútustaðagígar pseudo craters Dimmuborgir lava formations Mt. Námafjall Mt. Krafla volcano Víti explosion crater Hverir mud pools
PRIVATE TOUR
YOU CHOOSE THE DEPARTURE TIME
TOUR DETAILS
We take you on a Super Jeep tour to the amazing Lake Mývatn. This way you experience more freedom and personal service in an area of extreme contrasts: bird life, flora, geothermal activity, geology and sagas.
DEPARTURE TIME
Upon request 8 – 9 hours OPERATED Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Super Jeep MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up DURATION
Please contact our office for a quote
OUR BVATESE TOTUR SELLING PRI
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM
»» Good walking shoes »» Warm clothes
NOTE »» During the tour we break for refreshments at a local restaurant or café
8
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) » » LAKE MÝVATN More info on www.sagatravel.is
ALL YEAR
MINI BUS
COASTAL CULTURE & SIGLUFJÖRÐUR
»» Authentic fishing villages and a black sand beach STA006 HIGHLIGHTS The Icelandic coastline Hjalteyri Siglufjörður The Herring Museum Black sand beach During this delightful day we travel by the coastline, focus on coastal culture and the beautiful sea side surroundings. We take our time to walk the black sandy beach, visit small fishing villages and the award winning Siglufjörður Herring Museum. In the 1940’s and 1950’s Siglufjörður town bloomed due to the herring industry which had a great influence on the social and economical structure of Iceland. The old buildings have now been renovated and there we can get a touch of this fascinating history and how the coastal life shaped the culture and people´s lives during last century.
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
All Year Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
5 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Mini Bus MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MAXIMUM 16 persons on tour MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 19.900 OPERATED
SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Warm clothes »» Water bottle
NOTE »» During the tour we break for refreshments at a local restaurant or café
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) 9 » » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 More info on www.sagatravel.is
SUMMER
SUPER JEEP
GREAT ICELANDIC WATERFALLS
»» Seven waterfalls, including Europe’s most powerful one STA045 »» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
HIGHLIGHTS Dettifoss Goðafoss Aldeyjarfoss Ullarfoss Hafragilsfoss Selfoss Hrafnabjargafoss Vatnajökull National Park For the first half we stay off the beaten track and enjoy nature away from all and everyone. The waterfalls are in some of Iceland’s biggest rivers that are each unique in shape and origin: Glacial rivers, draft rivers and spring rivers. When traveling from waterfall to waterfall we take our time by each one to inhale the magic, beauty and power but also to find the best locations for photos and filming.
1st June - 30th September Mon Tue Wed Thu 8:00 8:00
Fri 8:00
Sat
Sun
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
10 – 11 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Super Jeep MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 75.000 OPERATED
You will learn about the creation of each waterfall and how they are a part of Icelanders history and Iceland’s character.
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Light Refreshments »» Warm clothes
»» Water bottle »» Good hiking shoes
NOTE »» During the tour we break for refreshments at a local restaurant or café
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM » » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) 10 » » LAKE MÝVATN
More info on www.sagatravel.is
WINTER
SUPER JEEP
WATERFALL DETTIFOSS SUPER JEEP
»» With snowshoe walking STA044 »» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
HIGHLIGHTS Super Jeep driving in snow Waterfall Dettifoss Waterfall Selfoss Snowshoe walking Panoramic view Vatnajökull National Park We take all the time we want and need to fully experience the magic of the great waterfall Dettifoss. We find the best sight for taking photos depending on weather and other conditions during that particular day.
1st May – 15th June (Spring) 1st October – 31st October (Autumn) Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00
Sat 8:00
Sun 8:00
1st November – 30th April Mon Tue Wed Thu 9:00 9:00 9:00 9:00
Sat 9:00
Sun 9:00
Fri 9:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
8 – 9 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Super Jeep MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 29.000
The ground is more or less covered with snow and when needed we use snowshoes to make the walk easier and safe.
OPERATED
SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good hiking shoes »» Warm clothes
»» Lunch pack »» Water bottle
11
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) » » LAKE MÝVATN More info on www.sagatravel.is
THI
NK
BIG
SUMMER
MINI BUS
DIAMOND CIRCLE CLASSIC
»» Lake Mývatn, waterfall Dettifoss, Ásbyrgi and Húsavík STA030 »» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
HIGHLIGHTS Waterfall Dettifoss Waterfall Goðafoss Lake Mývatn Mt. Námafjall Húsavík Ásbyrgi Canyon Hljóðaklettar Jökulsárgljúfur glacial canyon Puffins in springtime Lake Mývatn Vatnajökull National Park It is said that after seeing Dettifoss, Europe’s most powerful waterfall, up close and personal you will never be the same. Dettifoss dominates its surroundings and possesses the huge power created by mother nature. We see the echoing cliffs of Hljóðaklettar in Vesturdalur valley and the imposing horseshoe-shaped canyon Ásbyrgi, surrounded by precipitous cliffs.
16th June - 30th September Mon Tue Wed Thu 8:00 8:00 8:00 8:00
Fri 8:00
Sat 8:00
Sun 8:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
10 – 11 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Mini Bus MAXIMUM 16 persons on tour MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 34.000 OPERATED
In springtime we stop at Tjörnes peninsula where we will find puffins nesting in the impressive cliffs by the coastline.
SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good hiking shoes »» Warm clothes »» Water bottle »» Lunch pack
SMALL GROUPS
PERSONAL SERVICE
NOTE »» During the tour we break for refreshments at a café, the stop is quite late on the tour. We therefore recommend a pre-packed lunch.
» WE»ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM » » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) » 12 » LAKE MÝVATN
More info on www.sagatravel.is
SUMMER
MINI BUS
DIAMOND CIRCLE, PUFFINS & THE MIDNIGHT SUN
»» From ten in the evening until eight in the morning STA031 »» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
HIGHLIGHTS Travel when few people are around The midnight sun Puffins in springtime Waterfall Dettifoss Bird watching The North Atlantic coastline Ásbyrgi The Glacial canyon Lake Mývatn Vatnajökull National Park
1st June – 10th July Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 22:00 22:00 22:00 22:00 22:00 22:00 22:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
10 – 11 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Mini Bus MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MAXIMUM 16 persons on tour MEETING POINT Free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 49.500
During early summer the midnight sun does not set in North Iceland and therefore we have 24 hours of daylight. In this quite so unorthodox tour we travel when few people are awake, almost no cars on the road, when the nature is surrounded by silence and the midnight sun is at its best on the horizon.
OPERATED
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good hiking shoes »» Warm clothes
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM
»» Water bottle »» Refreshments
NOTE »» During the tour we travel when all local restaurant and cafés are closed so make sure to bring all refreshments with you
13
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) » » LAKE MÝVATN More info on www.sagatravel.is
SUMMER
4x4 VAN
CAVE EXPLORATION LOFTHELLIR
»» World of ice and darkness STA024 HIGHLIGHTS Cave Lofthellir Natural ice sculptures Lúdentarborgir crater row The volcanic outback by Lake Mývatn The underground will be explored. Our destination is a cave that boasts the greatest natural ice sculptures currently known in an Icelandic lava cave. We drive along a rugged track to the roots of Mt. Hvannfell. After 30 minutes walk across a lava field, we reach the Lofthellir lava cave. At least one hour is spent inside the cave, observing this unbelievable natural phenomenon.
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
1st May – 31st October Mon Tue Wed 8:00 8:00 8:00
Thu 8:00
Fri 8:00
Sat 8:00
Sun 8:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
8 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION 4x4 Van MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MAXIMUM 14 persons on tour MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 27.500 OPERATED
SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE CAVE EXPLORATION EQUIPMENT INCLUDED »» Helmet »» Headlight »» Studded boots
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good walking shoes »» Warm and waterproof clothes »» Gloves »» Water bottle »» Snacks
NOTE »» This tour is not suitable for young children, people with claustrophobia or reduced mobility »» There is ice and water on the floor of the cave and the temperature inside the cave is around 0°C »» Pick up and transportation to departure point of the tour is by Mini bus
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM » » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) 14 » » LAKE MÝVATN
More info on www.sagatravel.is
WINTER
SUPER JEEP
CAVE EXPLORATION LOFTHELLIR WINTER CHALLENGE
»» World of ice and darkness STA029 HIGHLIGHTS Cave Lofthellir Icelandic snow driving Snowshoeing Natural ice sculptures Lúdentarborgir crater row The volcanic outback by Lake Mývatn Here we combine one of the most exciting cave experiences in Iceland together with a true Super Jeep snow driving adventure. Snowshoeing or hiking is a part of the experience of getting to the cave. The underground will be explored and our destination is a cave that boasts the greatest natural ice sculptures currently known in an Icelandic lava cave.
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
1st November – 30th April Mon Tue Wed Thu 9:00 9:00 9:00 9:00
Fri 9:00
Sat 9:00
Sun 9:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
8 – 9 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Super Jeep MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 34.500 OPERATED
CAVE EXPLORATION EQUIPMENT INCLUDED »» Helmet »» Headlight »» Studded boots
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good walking shoes »» Warm and waterproof clothes »» Gloves »» Water bottle »» Snacks
NOTE »» This tour is not suitable for young children, people with claustrophobia or reduced mobility »» There is ice and water on the floor of the cave and the temperature inside the cave is around 0°C »» Pick up and transportation to departure point of the tour is by Mini bus
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM » » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) 15 » » LAKE MÝVATN
More info on www.sagatravel.is
WINTER
BUS
NORTHERN LIGHTS
»» Frozen night, mystery and magic STA002 HIGHLIGHTS
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
1st September - 15th April Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 21:30 21:30 21:30 21:30 21:30 21:30 21:30
Dark Icelandic winter night Northern lights Star bright sky To go into the dark, frozen winter night and observe an unbelievable display of colour, light and texture is like waking up in a fairy-tale full of mystery and magic.
Please be ready for pick-up 30 minutes before departure
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
2,5 – 3 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Bus MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 10.900
We pick you up at your hotel and drive out to the countryside or up to the mountains, away from electric glow and city sounds.
OPERATED
We offer aning Tour Even ts Afternoon & gh th for the Nor ern Li pa e – Se ge 6 & 7
OUR GUIDES ARE
STORY TELLERS
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING
»» Warm clothes »» Gloves
NOTE »» The Northern lights are visible from September through April but can only be seen on a clear night. We cannot guarantee sightings even if the tour is operated »» In case of no northern lights, a free second departure is offered the following evening
WE» »ALSO OFFER THIS TOUR FROM 16
» » REYKJAVÍK More info on www.sagatravel.is
WINTER
SUPER JEEP
NORTHERN LIGHTS PHOTOGRAPHY
»» Getting you the perfect picture is our challenge STA009 »» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
HIGHLIGHTS
1st September - 15th April Mon Tue Wed Thu 21:00 21:00
The northern lights The best locations for photographing Finding the northern lights picture perfect spot and setting up the camera takes time and requires local knowledge! Patience is the key element and we make sure you get all the time you need for capturing a memory that you will never forget. We take you away from the light pollution to the urban areas and head out hunting for the northern lights. We travel in very small groups because we like being alone with the stars, the milky way, the northern lights and the flexibility of your own guide and vehicle.
Fri
Sat
Sun 21:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
4 hours Tuesdays, Thursdays, Sundays Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Super Jeep MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 25.000 OPERATED
LOCAL
TOUR GUIDES
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Warm clothes »» Gloves »» Camera with fully charged batteries
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM
NOTE »» The northern lights are visible from September through April but can only be seen on a clear night. We cannot guarantee sightings even if the tour is operated
17
» » LAKE MÝVATN More info on www.sagatravel.is
ALL YEAR
WALK
AKUREYRI ART & CITY WALK
»» A look behind the local scenes and history STA015 »» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
HIGHLIGHTS
All Year Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00
Exclusive visits to local workshops where we have a conversation with the artists over a cup of something nice Join this very eco-friendly walk to explore the heart of Akureyri, learn of the town’s history and visit the central sights. We have the privilege of exclusively visit some local artists at their workshops and they will interact with us and explain their work.
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
2,5 – 3 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre PRICE ISK 8.500 OPERATED
You should know that no two Akureyri Art & City Walk tours are the same. Each guide has a different story to tell, a different background or education, and will be adding their personal touch to this tour.
Meet the locals ... SAGA TRAVEL IS OUR GUIDES ARE
STORY TELLERS
SLOW TRAVEL
BOOK NOW
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM
558 8888
www.sagatravel.is
18
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) More info on www.sagatravel.is
ALL YEAR
BOAT
MINI BUS
CULINARY COASTLINE
»» Local food and gourmet in North Iceland STA012 HIGHLIGHTS
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
All year Mon Tue Wed Thu 10:30 10:30
Hrísey island The fresh taste of the North Meeting local food producers We travel by the scenic and resourceful coastline, sail to Hrísey island and sample, as we go, mouth-watering treats.
Sat 10:30
Sun
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS
On this exclusive gourmet tasting tour we discover some of the very best of North Iceland and meet the likes of fishermen and brewers that share with you their gastronomic knowledge.
DURATION
5 hours
OPERATED Tuesdays, Thursdays,
Saturdays Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Mini Bus & Boat MAXIMUM 16 persons on tour MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 23.400
All the producers are small family firms and by some the knowledge has been handed down from generation to generation. Enjoy the fresh taste of fish, micro brewed beer, salted cod, dairy dessert and some surprising delights.
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Warm clothes »» Camera
Fri
19
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) More info on www.sagatravel.is
ALL YEAR
MINI BUS
RURAL AKUREYRI, CULTURE & FARMS
»» The traditional Icelandic way of living STA016 »» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
HIGHLIGHTS
All Year Mon Tue 13:00
The Icelandic farm and farm animals Cup of something nice with a local farmer Small farm churches Here we present to you a bespoke tour to the countryside and by taking you to small churches, farms and farmers. This tour offers a first-hand insight into Icelandic agricultural production systems and the authentic way of living.
Wed 13:00
Thu
Fri 13:00
Sat
Sun
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
4 – 5 hours Mondays, Wednsdays, Fridays Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Mini Bus MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MAXIMUM 16 persons on tour MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 23.500 OPERATED
In this quite so unorthodox visit we will get a glimpse of the authentic Icelandic countryside and the life that is largely based on traditional livestock raising. We capture the sense of everyday life and experience true Icelandic hospitality.
Meet the locals ... SAGA TRAVEL IS
SLOW TRAVEL
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good walking shoes »» Water bottle »» Camera »» Warm clothes
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM
NOTE »» On this tour we will visit some stables and people will come in contact with farm animals
20
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) » » LAKE MÝVATN More info on www.sagatravel.is
ALL YEAR
MINI BUS
ICELANDIC CHURCHES
»» They tell our country’s saga STA003 HIGHLIGHTS
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
All year Mon Tue
The four churches: Akureyrarkirkja Grundarkirkja Munkaþverárkirkja Saurbæjarkirkja We visit four churches in and around Akureyri that all are unique in their own way. Some are built of wood, others of concrete and even turf is the building material of one of them. We learn about the religion and cultural Saga of Icelanders from the time of settlement to modern days.
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun 13:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
4 hours
OPERATED Sundays
Reservation is necessary Mini Bus MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MAXIMUM 16 persons on tour MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 19.500 TRANSPORTATION
SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM 21
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) More info on www.sagatravel.is
ALL YEAR
BOAT
NORTH ICELAND WHALE WATCHING
»» We will help you select from over 20 different whale watching tours HIGHLIGHTS
»» TOUR DETAILS
DURATION
2 – 4 hours boat tour Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Boat MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Harbour
Humpback whale Blue whale Dolphins Minke whale
OPERATED
SAGA TRAVEL OPERATES WITH ALL 6 WHALE WATCHING COMPANIES IN NORTH ICELAND They sail from Akureyri, Hauganes, Dalvík and of course Húsavík which often is called the whale watching capital of Iceland. We assist you in finding the right trip according to your travel plan and interests.
Please contact our office for a quote
Let us help you r pick the right tou
Each company and tour is different from the other. Some are so-called classical whale watching trips while others also offer puffin watching, deep sea angling or island visiting. Then there are the different types of boats, which range from traditional wooden boats to steel boats. The wooden boats were formally used for fishing but have been restored without compromising their original character, while the steel boats have two or three outdoor viewing platforms and an indoor as well. Romantic two mast schooners are also sailing for whale watching and even RIB boats for whale safaris.
DALVÍK HAUGANES
HÚSAVÍK
AKUREYRI
SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE WE» »ALSO OFFER THIS TOUR FROM 22
» » REYKJAVÍK More info on www.sagatravel.is
ALL YEAR
HORSE
HORSEBACK RIDING
»» Get to know the famous Icelandic horse STO502 HIGHLIGHTS
»» TOUR DETAILS
DURATION
3 hours 1,5 – 2 hours Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Horse MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or self-drive to farm
Horseback riding in beautiful North Icelandic surroundings
RIDING TIME
During this 3 hour tour we go to a farm near Akureyri for a one and a half hour riding tour in the beautiful surroundings with a view over the sea and fjord. We take it easy so this tour is perfect for beginners but we also provide horses for those with more experience and stamina.
You will get to know the Icelandic horse as a magnificent riding horse and of course to ride tölt, the specific gait which our horse is so famous for.
Please contact our office for a quote
Horses suitable for beginners ands advanced rider
BOOK NOW
558 8888
www.sagatravel.is
SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE
WE» »ALSO OFFER THIS TOUR FROM
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Warm clothes »» Gloves
23
» » REYKJAVÍK » » LAKE MÝVATN More info on www.sagatravel.is
SUMMER
MINI BUS
VATNSNES & BURIAL RITES
»» A fascinating mixture of our sagas, nature and tragedy STA049 HIGHLIGHTS Trails of the novel Burial Rites by Hannah Kent Vatnsnes Peninsula Stóra Giljá farm Þrístapar Hvammstangi village Illugastaðir farm Tjörn church Hvítserkur sea stack Borgarvirki columnar rock fortress Our focus is on the novel Burial Rites, inspired by the last execution in Iceland and Vatnsnes peninsula where a big part of the story takes place. See how the story comes alive by trailing each milestone of the novel and at the same time traveling in one of the most beautiful landscapes in Iceland. This is slow travel and there is enough time to explore the sites and imagine this deeply moving story for yourself.
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
1st May - 30th September Mon Tue Wed Thu
Fri
Sat 8:00
Sun
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
11 – 12 hours
OPERATED Saturdays
Reservation is necessary Mini Bus MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MAXIMUM 16 persons on tour MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE SK 78.000 TRANSPORTATION
OUR GUIDES ARE
STORY TELLERS
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good hiking shoes »» Water bottle »» Warm clothes
NOTE »» During the tour we break for refreshments at a local restaurant or café
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) 24 » » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 More info on www.sagatravel.is
ALL YEAR
MINI BUS
BOAT
2 DAY TRÖLLASKAGI PENINSULA CIRCLE
»» Where the sagas, Skagafjörður farm life and coastal beauty is our focus STX220 HIGHLIGHTS Glaumbær turf farm Tannery centre Skagafjörður The Icelandic horse Hólar, bishop’s residency Hrísey island Hofsós geothermal pool Micro Brewery Siglufjörður Herring Museum Small fishing villages by Eyjafjörður fjord
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
All Year Mon Tue 08:00
Wed
Thu 08:00
Fri
Sat
Sun
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
2 days Mondays and Thursdays Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Mini Bus & Boat MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MAXIMUM 16 persons on tour MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up
We travel along Iceland’s most beautiful coastlines and will enjoy some unique views towards the North Atlantic. We visit and learn about real farms and farmers along with real seaside and coastal life.
OPERATED
PRICE FROM
ISK 119.000
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Warm clothes »» Bathing suit »» Towel
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM
NOTE »» On this tour we will visit some stables and people will come in contact with farm animals
25
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) More info on www.sagatravel.is
SUMMER
SUPER JEEP
ASKJA SUPER JEEP
»» The lunar landscape STA042 HIGHLIGHTS
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
16th June–31st October Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 06:30 06:30 06:30 06:30 06:30 06:30 06:30
Herðubreiðarlindir Drekagil gully Askja caldera Víti explosion crater Vatnajökull National Park Experience the barren interior of Iceland, the lunar-like landscape where NASA trained Apollo astronauts and where Icelandic outlaws lived in the Middle Ages. Not to mention the number of trolls, ghosts and other creatures that have haunted travellers in this area for centuries.
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
13 – 15 hours Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Super Jeep MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up OPERATED
The more adventurous people have the opportunity to take a bath in the crater pond. On our way back we can enjoy a stop at a Mountain Café in Möðrudalur, the most remote settlement in Iceland.
PRICE
ISK 45.000
SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good hiking shoes »» Warm clothes »» Water bottle »» Lunch pack
NOTE »» The tour includes a 2,6 km walk to Víti and Lake Askja »» During the tour we break for refreshments at a café, the stop is quite late on the tour. We therefore recommend a pre-packed lunch
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM 26
» » LAKE MÝVATN More info on www.sagatravel.is
SUMMER
SUPER JEEP
2 DAY COMPLETE ASKJA EXCURSION
»» Overnight in the central highlands of Iceland STA048 »» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
HIGHLIGHTS Askja caldera Víti explosion crater Herðubreiðarlindir Drekagil gully Aldeyjarfoss waterfall The remote route of Vikraleið Holuhraun volcano (Erupted winter 2015) The panoramic highland view Vatnajökull National Park
16th June – 31st October Mon Tue Wed Thu 6:30 6:30
Fri 6:30
Sat
Sun
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
2 days Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Super Jeep MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre or free hotel pick-up PRICE ISK 134.000 OPERATED
When others hurry, we relax and travel slowly for 2 days in this most isolated terrain you can find in Iceland. This Super Jeep adventure includes some of Iceland’s most famous highland sites and wilderness with waterfalls, calderas and volcanoes. In this tour we have all the time we need and we will venture deep into the raw, still cooling lava field of Holuhraun from the eruption, winter 2015 . We stay overnight at a mountain hut or for the more adventurous we offer highland camping. Although we’re in the highlands, we still allow ourselves to enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner, especially selected for each excursion.
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING »» Good hiking shoes »» Water bottle »» Lunch pack for day one »» Sunglasses »» Bathing suit and towel
»» Warm clothes »» Gloves »» Sleeping bag (Can be provided by Saga Travel)
27
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) » » LAKE MÝVATN More info on www.sagatravel.is
SUMMER
4x4 VAN
MINI BUS
3 DAY LAKE MÝVATN NATURE HIGHLIGHTS
»» Where nature, wildlife and continents come together STX219 »» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
HIGHLIGHTS
1st May – 31st October Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00 13:00
Day 1 Lake Mývatn Waterfall Goðafoss Mt. Námafjall Skútustaðagígar pseudo craters Dimmuborgir lava formations Grjótagjá Day 2 Cave Lofthellir & Nature Baths Cave Lofthellir Natural ice sculptures Lúdentarborgir crater row The volcanic outback by Lake Mývatn Mývatn Nature Baths
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS DURATION
3 days Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION 4x4 Van & Mini Bus MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre free airport or hotel pick-up OPERATED
Day 3 Diamond Circle Waterfall Dettifoss Waterfall Selfoss The glacial canyon Hljóðaklettar Ásbyrgi canyon Húsavík Puffins in springtime
PRICE FROM
SAGA TRAVEL IS
SLOW TRAVEL
OUR GUIDES ARE
STORY TELLERS
INCLUDED »» Fully guided tour and transport on Mini Bus and Super Jeep »» D2 & D3: Breakfast & Lunch pack »» Accommodation upon request in hotel or guesthouse »» Mývatn Nature Baths
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM
NOT INCLUDED »» Refreshments other than stated above
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING WITH YOU »» Bathing suit and Towel
ISK 122.000
SMALL GROUP GUARANTEE
On our 3 day trail are many of Iceland’s most unique and beautiful nature highlights, extreme contrasts, bird life, flora, geothermal activity, geology and saga. We will take you on an adventure and do our best to create lasting memories.
»» Good walking shoes »» Warm clothes
28
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) » » LAKE MÝVATN More info on www.sagatravel.is
Visit www.sagatravel.is for more information
29
WINTER
SUPER JEEP
MINI BUS
3 DAY LAKE MÝVATN & NORTHERN LIGHTS
»» The winter highlights of North Iceland STX217 HIGHLIGHTS
Day 1 Lake Mývatn Waterfall Goðafoss Grjótagjá rift Mt. Námafjall Dimmuborgir lava formations Skútustaðagígar Pseudo Craters
»» AVAILABLE FROM AKUREYRI
1st November - 30th April Mon Tue Wed Thu 13:00
13:00
13:00
13:00
Fri
Sat
Sun
13:00
13:00
13:00
Available daily as a Private Tour
TOUR DETAILS
Day 2 Cave Lofthellir & Nature Baths Snow-shoeing Natural ice sculptures Lúdentarborgir crater row Cave Lofthellir The volcanic outback by Lake Mývatn
DURATION
3 days Daily upon request Reservation is necessary TRANSPORTATION Super Jeep & Mini Bus MINIMUM 2 adults or minimum rate MEETING POINT Saga Travel information centre free airport pick-up or hotel pick-up OPERATED
Day 3 Waterfall Dettifoss Super Jeep driving in snow Waterfall Selfoss Waterfall Dettifoss Snowshoe walking Experience all in one, darkness, northern lights, unique nature and tranquility, an amazing journey through an area of extreme contrasts: Geothermal activity, geology and saga. The Lake Mývatn area is by many considered the most beautiful and at the same time the most catastrophic place in Iceland.
PRICE FROM
ISK 109.000
Visit www.sagatravel.is for more information
INCLUDED »» Fully guided tour and transport on Mini bus and Super jeep »» D2 & D3: Breakfast & Lunch pack »» Accommodation upon request in hotel or Guest House »» Mývatn Nature Baths
NOT INCLUDED »» Refreshments other than stated above
WE» »ALSO OPERATE THIS TOUR FROM
WE RECOMMEND YOU BRING WITH YOU »» Good walking shoes »» Warm clothes »» Bathing suit and Towel
30
» » REYKJAVÍK (INCL: 2X 45 MIN DOMESTIC FLIGHT) » » LAKE MÝVATN More info on www.sagatravel.is
31
PRIVATE TAILOR MADE TRAVEL IS WHAT WE DO BEST
SUPER JEEP NORTHERN LIGHTS · BIRDS · CAVES CLIMBING · PHOTOGRAPHY · GLACIERS GEOLOGY · SCHOONER SAILING · FISHING WATERFALLS · RURAL CULTURE · FARM LIFE HORSES · LOCAL FOOD · HISTORY · ARTS RELIGION · FAIRY TALES · ELVES · TROLLS MYTHOLOGY · HIKING
What ar rienteres ts? y ou
Dimmuborgir, the home of the Yule Lads
THE ICELANDIC LADSg the YULE ývatn tours durin
In all our Lake M it the notorious advent we take our time to vis Yule Lads in Dimmuborgir The Yule Lads are the 13 sons of Grýla and Leppalúði, vicious trolls that live near Lake Mývatn. As the Lads grew up they wanted a place of their own and Dimmuborgir was the perfect place for the brothers to settle down. An old tradition in Iceland is that 13 days prior to Christmas the Yule Lads start coming down from the mountains, one on each night. Children in Iceland place their best shoe on their windowsill before going to bed. Each night a little gift is left in the shoe from the Yule Lad that came down from the mountain that night. If the child has been misbehaving, there might be a raw potato left instead.
34
December 12th The first one is Stekkjastaur/Sheep-Cote Clod, a very stiff fellow who tries to suck the milk from the farmers ewes. December 13th The second is Giljagaur/Gully Gawk, he sneaks into the cowshed and waits for the opportunity to steal milk. December 14th Third is Stúfur/Stubby, who as his name implies is on the small side. December 15th Fourth is Þvörusleikir/Spoon Licker, who loves to steal the wooden stirring spoon from kitchen. December 16th Fifth is Pottaskefill/Pot Scraper, he tries to snatch pots that haven’t been washed and loves to lick the scraps from them. December 17th Sixth is Askasleikir/Bowl Licker, hiding under beds and if someone leaves his wooden food-bowl he grabs it and licks it clean. December 18th Seventh is Hurðaskellir/Door Slammer, an awfully noisy fellow slamming doors and keeping people awake. December 19th Eighth is Skyrgámur/Skyr Gobbler, his favourite food is Skyr (milk curd) so he sneaks into the pantry and gobbles up all the Skyr. December 20th Ninth is Bjúgnakrækir / Sausage Swiper, he loves sausages of all kinds and steals them whenever he can. December 21st Tenth is Gluggagægir/Window Peeper. Not as greedy as his brothers, but very curious and therefore peeping through windows. December 22nd Eleventh is Gáttaþefur/Door Sniffer, with a big nose. He loves the smell of cakes and often snatches a cake or two. December 23rd On St. Þorlák´s day the twelfth Ketkrókur/Meet Hook arrives. He adores lamb meat and as it is a tradition to cook smoked lamb on this day he might try to steal a leg. December 24th The thirteenth is Kertasníkir/Candle Beggar. He loves candles of all colours and might grab one from you.
35
TEAM SAGA TRAVEL The core goal of Saga Travel is to provide exceptional guided experiences that will be fun, exciting and educational. All our guides are local professionals that are highly qualified and experienced, who know the land like the back of their hand and are storytellers at heart. Aside from providing an excellent service we know that our clients are in very safe hands. Our office team comes from a variety of backgrounds but all share a passion for Iceland and a commitment to providing you with the best customer service. Most of our office team members are also qualified guides who personally guide many of our tours and are therefore able to offer first-hand expert advice.
vel idea ...l experience Good traea ... gr t trave Saga Travel KaupvangsstrĂŚti 4 600 Akureyri, Iceland 558 8888 www.sagatravel.is
Find us on Facebook
36
MEMBER OF VISIT NORTH ICELAND northiceland.is
! ll ro e w y a w e th s t’ a th d n a ...
37
WE OPERATE DAY TOURS FROM
AKUREYRI LAKE MÝVATN REYKJAVÍK
558 8888 www.sagatravel.is