Iceland: The Dramatic North

• 8 days
• 7 nights
• 7 breakfasts
• 5 lunches
• 6 dinners
• snacks
• van support
• full-time guide
• maps and route notes
• taxes

• Turf houses
• fresh fish
• sunlight 24 hours a day
• amazing geology
• mountian vistas
• awesome fjords

The long fjords and river valleys flanked by alpine mountains make this a collection of outstanding rides. The midnight sun, drier climate, and greater shelter from prevailing winds produce more fertility than expected; the vegetation includes flourishing botanical gardens in Akureyri and trees like nowhere else in Iceland. Akureyri – the gem of the north at the end of Eyjafjordur is also known for the blonde beauty of its people.

On the way from Akureyri to Lake Myvatn, you will stop in the European whale watching capital at Husavik, for a special night, with views of snow-capped mountains across the fjord. The approach to the lake takes you through marshland peppered with small lakes and ponds, which attract more birds than anywhere else in Iceland, and can make the approach to Myvatn very memorable. The ride around the lake itself is particularly interesting because of the many green pseudocraters and islands. On day seven, you can visit Jokulsar Canyon National Park and Dettifoss – the biggest waterfall in Europe. The complimentary transfer back to Reykjavik may take you across Iceland’s interior – a mountain and desert road between huge glaciers – a fitting end to this fantastic adventure.

• Iceland

If you have been on tour with us in the last 3 years, you will receive a 5% discount as a returning guest. In addition, if you have referred new customers to us since your last Freewheeling Adventure, you are entitled to a reduced cost. Each new guest who mentioned you as a referrer will save you $150 off your next trip.

• $3495 (per person, includes 8 days, 7 nights, 7 breakfasts, luggage transfers, maps & route notes, taxes)
• Self-guided adventures can be requested any time.

Hybrid: $195

35-95 km/day on mainly paved with occasional gravel roads, some climbs and descents, and more hills than in South Iceland. Mountain bikes or hybrids with smooth tires are recommended.

We have selected inns of the highest possible standards, and endeavour to secure rooms with private bathrooms for all guests. On this adventure, there are no inns with private washrooms on 2 nights, in which case you may have to share a bathroom with other Freewheeling guests. If you are uncomfortable with this, we will try to make alternative arrangements for you. Please discuss this with us when booking.