Iceland Travel launches new tour

Helgi Eysteinsson, CEO of Iceland Travel, says: “The opening of the Akureyri tour is a step forward in our de-seasonalisation strategy. We hope this new itinerary encourages travellers to visit our beautiful island beyond the popular southwestern area. The North of Iceland has so much to offer – from breath taking fjords and mystical lava formations to plenty of outdoor activities such as horseback riding, skiing, snowmobiling or whale watching”.

Guests joining the programme this Winter can enjoy the northern hot spring bathing and northern lights hunting, spectacular fjords and a vibrant arts and culture scene in this charming town near the Arctic Circle. Other highlights include relaxing in a geothermal hot spring cradled in a forested fjord and indulging in delicious Icelandic cuisine such as arctic char and Icelandic Skyr Yoghurt. 

Akureyri receives fewer visitors than the rest of the island allowing travellers to explore the beauty of the destination more peacefully. The area also has a moderate winter climate for its location (the average high temperature is 0 degrees Celsius) and its far northern location makes it ideal for viewing the northern lights on cold, clear nights. 

Other reasons to visit during the Winter include the fact that Akureyri is close to dramatic wilderness wonders like the Mývatn Nature Reserve and Alpine Troll Peninsula. Most importantly, it is easy to access with direct flights on easyJet and Icelandair from the UK.  

With almost 100 years of experience, Iceland Travel offers a selection of add-ons for agents and its customers such as upgrades to boutique hotels and lodge accommodations or better insurance protection with Iceland Travel’s staff on hand to assist in personalising each self-drive journey.

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