Visit East Iceland

Awe-inspiring fjords, quaint fishing villages, and breathtaking landscapes

Our East Iceland Tours are Your Gateway to Adventure

Welcome to East Iceland! While this part of our country may not be as famous as others, it certainly shouldn’t be overlooked! The landscapes here are truly remarkable and home to some of the best views in Iceland.

Just two highlights include the phenomenal Stuðlagil Canyon, with its basalt columns and turquoise water, and the extraordinary Vök baths.

Stunning waterfalls, towering mountains, dramatic coastlines, and grand fjords are also waiting for you here — and you can meet reindeer and puffins too!

This part of our country is also famous for its charming, colorful towns developed around the fishing industry, so it’s a great place to get to know Icelandic culture and history.

Don’t forget to relax in the fabulous geothermal hot springs of Vök Baths and enjoy the picturesque fjord views!

Relatively few tourists travel here, so East Iceland offers a unique opportunity to relax and disconnect from everyday life in spectacular surroundings.

If you have any questions about visiting East Iceland, please get in touch.

For even more travel inspiration, find out how you can explore South Iceland.

Tours in East Iceland

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Private Tour to the Puffin Capital

Puffin Capital RIB Safari – Private Tour

Private expedition featuring stunning cliffs, wild coastlines, and incredible wildlife like Atlantic puffins, seabirds, seals, dolphins, and maybe even whales!
FromISK 168,000
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Puffin RIB Adventure

Puffin Capital RIB Safari in the East

Expedition featuring stunning cliffs, wild coastlines, and incredible wildlife like Atlantic puffins, seabirds, seals, dolphins, and maybe even whales!
FromISK 18,500
Huge basalt collums form a canyon
Perfect Day Tour

Studlagil Canyon Tour From Seydisfjordur

Explore Studlagil Canyon, Rjúkandi, and Gufufoss waterfalls on a 5-hour guided tour from Seydisfjordur, timed perfectly for cruise passengers
FromISK 24,990
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East Iceland Day Tour

Puffins & Waterfalls: Bus Tour from Seydisfjordur

Puffin Tour from Seydisfjordur. Experience folklore, and waterfalls on this shore tour —perfect for cruise passengers in East Iceland
FromISK 24,990
Coastal view of Borgarfjörður Eystri with rocky shoreline, blue waters, and distant town nestled against a backdrop of green mountains in East Iceland.
The Best Puffin Viewing Spot in Iceland

Puffins & Peaks: Borgarfjörður Eystri Tour

Visit the best puffin viewing spot in Iceland in a fairtale setting on our Puffins & Peaks tour out of Seyðisfjörður, East Iceland.
FromISK 239,900
Beautiful countryside photo beside a lake.
Women-Only!

5-day Hiking the Víknaslóðir Trails

Join a 5-day Víknaslóðir Trails Hiking Tour in Iceland’s East Fjords—colorful mountains, deserted coves, and untouched wilderness awaits!
FromISK 260,000
Stuðlagil Canyon with striking basalt column formations, clear blue river, and a person in a red jacket standing on the rocky shore, showcasing the natural beauty of East Iceland during a private tour from Reykjavik.
6 Hour Private Day Tour

Stuðlagil Canyon Explorer: Private Day Tour

Stuðlagil Canyon Explorer is the ultimate East Iceland shore excursion—discover basalt canyons, waterfalls, and untouched landscapes galore!
FromISK 199,900
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Timed to fit ship schedules

Waterfall & Warmth: Gufufoss & Vök Baths Private Tour

Experience Waterfall & Warmth on a scenic tour from Seyðisfjörður to Gufufoss and Vök Baths—nature, relaxation, and local charm in one trip.
FromISK 118,899
Lake in Iceland.
Coastal views, rich birdlife, and dramatic cliffs

Hólmanes Nature Reserve Hike

Hike the scenic trails of Hólmanes, a family-friendly nature reserve with coastal views, rich birdlife, and dramatic cliffs beneath Hólmatindurinn peak
FromISK 9,130
highland landscape with colorful hills and rivers
Small Group Tour

Stuðlagil Canyon and Highland Circle: Minibus Day Tour

Discover Stuðlagil Canyon, Iceland’s deepest gorge, then relax in a hidden highland hot spring on this unforgettable East Iceland adventure
FromISK 50,710
Hiker overlooking Stuðlagil Canyon with turquoise river below.
Small Group Tour

Stuðlagil Canyon and Reindeer Park: Minibus Day Tour

Explore Stuðlagil Canyon and it's basalt beauty then meet reindeer up close in one unforgettable East Iceland adventure
FromISK 42,900
Wide shot of Stuðlagil Canyon with basalt columns and a bright turquoise river flowing through.
Small Group Tour

Stuðlagil Canyon and Vök Baths: Minibus Day Tour

Visit Stuðlagil Canyon and unwind in the geothermal bliss of Vök Baths—East Iceland’s perfect blend of natural beauty and relaxation.
FromISK 50,500
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Valleys and Waterfalls

Valleys and Waterfalls

This tour takes you to see many of the hidden gems of East Iceland where you will experience the secluded beauty of this remote area.
FromISK 42,000
A clear stream runs through a green valley below terraced cliffs and sharp mountain peaks under a partly cloudy sky.
Mjóifjörður Super Jeep Tour - Eskifjörður

Mjóifjörður Super Jeep Tour – Eskifjörður

This is a shore excursion to Mjóifjörður, one of the smallest villages in Iceland, and a place of stunning nature.
FromISK 42,000
A small white church with a red roof stands on a green hillside near village houses, beneath steep mountains with patches of snow.
Mjóifjörður Super Jeep Tour - Seyðisfjörður

Mjóifjörður Super Jeep Tour – Seyðisfjörður

This is a shore excursion to Mjóifjörður, one of the smallest villages in Iceland, and a place of stunning nature.
FromISK 42,000
Deep rocky canyon with steep cliffs, a narrow river below, and moss-covered volcanic terrain.
Wonders of the Wilderness - Summer

Wonders of the Wilderness – Summer

Duration: 9 – 10 hours. Experience the secluded beauty of the East Iceland wilderness and its charming landscape and history.
FromISK 61,000
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East Iceland Nature and Culture - Seyðisfjörður

East Iceland Nature and Culture – Seyðisfjörður

Duration: 6 – 7 hours. Get to know Iceland and Icelanders in a new and different way while visiting some of the hidden treasures of East Iceland.
FromISK 57,000
Two people sit cross-legged on dark sand in a wide mountain valley, with snow-streaked peaks and wispy clouds behind them.
Mindfulness Yoga hike in Breiðdalsvík

Mindfulness Yoga hike in Breiðdalsvík

Explore Reykjavik and Iceland with local guides. Book walking tours, day trips, and authentic experiences with Your Friend in Reykjavik.
FromISK 8,700
A group of reindeer climbs a snowy ridge, with a broad white valley stretching into the distance behind them.
Wild Reindeer Experience

Wild Reindeer Experience

Duration: 3 – 4 hours. Step into the charming landscape of East Iceland on the search to see wild reindeer roaming around the area.
FromISK 14,490
A waterfall drops into a blue-green pool surrounded by red-brown basalt cliffs, moss, and open grassy hills.
Wonders of the Wilderness - Seyðisfjörður

Wonders of the Wilderness – Seyðisfjörður

Experience the secluded beauty of the East Iceland wilderness and its charming landscape and history.
FromISK 61,000
A broad valley opens toward the sea, with rocky slopes, patches of snow, and distant mountains under a clear blue sky.
Abandoned Fjords Super Jeep Tour

Abandoned Fjords Super Jeep Tour

Starting the excursion, we drive from Eskifjörður along mountain treks over into long abandoned fjords
FromISK 42,000

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