This wonderful tour for all ages is the perfect way to begin your Christmas holiday. In Iceland there are 13 Santa´s, each one with his own unique name and personality. Hidden from view during the year, these Yule Lads come out to play pranks, sing and dance with their guests during the advent season. Lets meet them in their home!
Tour length: Approx 7 hours, departure 9:00 pm |
Price: 28.000 ISK 2 person minimum or a minimum rate |
Depart from: Hof Culture Center - Hotel pickup available in Akureyri |
Operated: During the Advent, from Nov 1st - 23rd Dec |
Notice: Might spot Yule Lads or witness some Christmas magic. Warm clothes and good walking shoes recommended. |
The first stop on this tour is at the waterfall Goðafoss. Here you are able to view the waterfall surrounded by wonderful winter scenery.
Then it is to the magical winter wonderland of Lake Myvatn. We will first stop at Vogafjos, a unique and a beautiful local restaurant and have some taste of local food and drinks.
Your guide will then walk with you into Dimmuborgir, towering above you are the rock formations and you never know when or where you will spot a Santa (Yule Lad).
Along the way you may even find a snowman or campfire built by one of the Santa´s.
Once we find the Santa´s they are sure to entertain us with their singing, pranks, dancing and general behaviour. After leaving the Santa´s we have time for relax in the geothermal waters of The Myvatn Nature Baths.
We drive to Akureyri and on the way we visit the magical house of Christmas.
Merry Christmas! - Gleðileg jól!