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Siglufjördur

Siglufjordur is a hikers paradise, with many trails boosting wonderful views over the fjord. Take part in a hiking adventure leaving from the town.

Hvanneyrarskál Hike

Depart on foot from the pier, following your local hiking guide on this spectacular hike, overlooking the fjord. The hike takes approximately 2 hours, covering around 5km and climbing approximately 150m above sea level. Enjoy excellent views over the town and across the fjord, while your guide will share information and stories about the area along the way. The climbing path goes through the "avalanche garden" trails, and is on a wide but rocky track.

Experience one of Iceland’s most beautiful glacial rivers in an exciting new way during this exhilarating, full-day river-rafting excursion with meal.

Siglufjörður, Bakkaflöt, Skagafjordur Fjord

Depart Siglufjörður for the scenic, approximately 1.75-hour drive headed to Bakkaflöt, located on the beautiful Skagafjordur Fjord. Upon arrival, proceed to the onsite boathouse, where your river-rafting adventure begins and ends. After meeting your guides, receive your rafting, safety, and tour instructions, and be outfitted with your rafting and safety gear. Included are helmets, life jackets, water boots, wetsuits, and dry tops.

West Glacial River & Canyon, River-Rafting, Breath-Taking Scenery

Next, board a bus for the short drive to the West Glacial River. Upon arrival at the starting point and after a full safety briefing, you are divided into crews and assigned a raft and guide. Embark your assigned raft and begin your incredibly scenic and fun-filled river-rafting tour through the magnificent West Glacial Canyon. The Class 2-3 waters of the West Glacial River are ideal for guests who want to enjoy river-rafting that isn’t overly strenuous, or in treacherous waters, whilst enjoying some of Iceland’s breath-taking scenery.

High Canyon Walls, Amazing Geology, Hot Springs, Hot Cocoa, Cliff-Jumping

Once on the West Glacial River, enter the canyon with its high walls and amazing geology, and marvel at your exquisite natural surrounds. Along the way, a stop is made at one of the many geothermal hot springs to enjoy the steam, warm-up your fingers and toes, and relax as your rafting guide prepares some outbound-style hot cocoa right by the river. More adventurous guests may also opt to do some exhilarating cliff-jumping. Following your stop, continue rafting until reaching the take-out point, then board your awaiting bus for the short drive back to the base in Bakkaflöt.

Hot Tub Soak, Traditional Icelandic Meal

Upon arrival, shower-up and head to the hot tub for a relaxing soak in the soothing and invigorating geothermal waters. Afterward, proceed for a hearty and delicious meal consisting of traditional Icelandic meat soup and home-made bread. At the conclusion of your tour, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 1.5-hour drive back to the pier.

Explore the impact of the Icelandic Herring Era on Siglufjörður, its villagers and workers during this scenic and informative sightseeing excursion.

Siglufjörður, Herring-Era Museum

Depart for the short, guided stroll to the Herring-Era Museum. The museum is dedicated to this herring adventure, and offers a unique insight into the impact the herring industry had on Siglufjörður Town and the nation of Iceland. The largest maritime museum in Iceland, the Herring-Era Museum is one of the country's most esteemed museums. It has won the Luigi Micheletti Award, the European prize for innovative museums in the world of contemporary history, industry and science.

Salting Show

Upon arrival at the Herring-Era Museum, take in a Salting Show. The quiet is interrupted by calls of 'herring girls' for salt and a barrel, and the sound of an accordion playing. The 'herring girls' then continue to dance of their fatigue to the music, alluring the guests to join in. This enjoyable show goes a long way in recreating the atmosphere of the 'Herring Adventure', an era of great prosperity for this little town.

Museum Buildings, Tastings of Rye Bread with Herring and Schnapps

Following the Salting Show, take a guided walking tour of the three museum buildings, then proceed for a tasting of rye bread and herring accompanied by Brennivin (Icelandic schnapps). At the conclusion of your visit, commence the short, guided walk back to the pier.

Discover Siglufjo¨rður and its by surrounds from a unique perspective during this panoramic sightseeing cruise via traditional O¨rkin boat.

Siglufjörður, Scenic Cruise, Troll Peninsula  

Depart the pier for the short walk to your awaiting vessel, a traditional O¨rkin boat made of oak. Upon arrival, meet the captain, receive your safety and tour instructions, then enjoy a gentle, approximately 1.5-hour cruise highlighting the historical areas of Siglufjörður and its surrounds. On the northernmost shores of the Troll Peninsula, learn how the inhabitants have had to deal with unrelenting natural forces for centuries, and how the history of farming is a story of resilience, stubbornness, and fate. Many of the country's leading writers have taken material from the events that have taken place here, most recently Hallgrímur Helgason in his Segulfjörður opus, and Einar Kárason in his account of the plane crash in Héðinsfjörður, Þung Ský.

Historical Sites, Siglunes Settlement, Fjords, Héðinsfjörður Fjord

Pass by historical sites within Siglufjörður, then head out towards Þormóðar Ramma's settlement at Siglunes. Sail around the fjord, marvel at the landscape and birdlife, and learn about the area’s human habitation and natural history. Weather- and waves-permitting, venture towards Héðinsfjörður, the northernmost fjord in the Troll Peninsula area. Listen to fascinating stories of events that took place in this secluded fjord, and the people who challenged the elements here for survival.

Refreshments, Slide Fishing, Whale- & Dolphin-Spotting

During your sailing excursion, hot beverages are served, and you are invited to try your hand at slide-fishing. In addition, look for the marine mammals that make their home along the country’s shores. Included are minke, killer, sperm, and sei whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, enormous humpback whales, and, occasionally, an enormous blue whale, the world’s largest mammal. Your tour concludes back at the O¨rkin boat dock. Upon arrival, disembark your vessel and commence the short walk back to the pier.

Discover the history, flavours and landmarks of Siglufjörður on-foot during this beer sightseeing excursion.

Siglufjörður

Depart the pier for the short, scenic stroll passing through Siglufjörður Town, and by newly-renovated, brightly-coloured buildings housing a restaurant and coffeehouse.

Seagull 67 Brewery

Walk to the Seagull 67 Brewery, located in a renovated old fish factory. Production of beer is not new in Iceland; it likely dates back to the island's settlement by Norsemen. For most of the 20th century, however, beer was effectively banned in Iceland. Since that ban was lifted in 1989, the nation's consumption of beer has increased markedly and new breweries have begun to emerge.

Tasting Area, History, Beer Brewing and Tasting, Glass Wall, Observe Brewing or Bottling

Upon arrival, proceed to a tasting area. Here, learn about the history of the building and beer-brewing, and sample Seagull 67 beer. The tasting area also has a glass wall, enabling you to see the brewing equipment, and observe brewing or botting taking place. At the conclusion of your visit, commence the short walk back to the pier.