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Private Scenic Drive To Borgarfjordur Eystri, Bakkagerdi Village, Puffins, And Elf Rock

Day Trip, Private Tour
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Explore the untouched beauty of Iceland's Eastfjords on a private shore excursion from Seydisfjordur that brings you up close to puffins and is steeped in folklore. Travel through dramatic mountain landscapes to the colorful village of Borgarfjordur Eystri, where you'll observe thousands of puffins from a specially designed viewing platform--no hiking required. Along the way, discover Icelandic traditions, elfin legends, and the charm of a remote coastal village.

Private Scenic Drive to Borgarfjordur Eystri, Bakkagerdi Village, Puffins, and Elf Rock

Set off on a thrilling 5-hour voyage in Seydisfjordur that provides an unforgettable encounter with puffins, all without any strenuous hiking. This adventure, designed specifically for cruise passengers, leads you to the quaint Borgarfjordur Eystri (Bakkagerdi) village, a haven for puffin colonies nestled amidst the vibrant mountains of Iceland's secluded Eastfjords.

As we journey through spectacular fjords and traverse a picturesque mountain pass en route to Borgarfjordur, immerse yourself in the region's enthralling blend of natural splendor and mythical elf tales. Marvel at the site of thousands of puffins from the specially constructed viewing platform at Hafnarholmi, an ideal spot for photo ops or tranquil bird-watching. Here, you'll also encounter other local seabirds such as kittiwakes and fulmars, adding more diversity to your bird-watching experience.

Take a leisurely walk in the charismatic village of Bakkagerdi, soaking up the local folklore. Don't miss the enchanting tales of the elf queen who supposedly makes her home in the proximate Alfaborg, locally known as Elf Rock.

Your tour price includes transportation and an expert guide ensuring a comfortable and enlightening experience. The adventure begins at Seydisfjordur Harbour, leading you across breathtaking landscapes to Bakkagerdi. After exploring the village and watching puffins, you will visit Alfaborg. Depending on the time, there may be a chance to sip on coffee and savor Icelandic pastries (not included) in a traditional Icelandic home before your return drive to Seydisfjordur.

Prepare to be amazed by the natural beauty, bird-life, and folklore this exquisite part of Iceland has to offer. Book your private tour today, and get closer to the heart of Iceland.

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Tour Type
Private
 
Group Size
Private
 
Activity Type(s)
Private Sightseeing
 
Tour Duration
6 Hours
 
Activity Level
Easy
 
Tour Leaves From
Cruise Ship Pier
 
Food/Beverage Provided
Not Included
 
Special Instructions
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and sensible, flat-soled walking shoes. A windproof jacket, hat, and gloves are advised during both summer and winter months. In winter, a scarf and additional layers are also recommended.
 
Restrictions
This tour is not wheelchair accessible and cannot accommodate motorized scooters. However, collapsible wheelchairs, walkers, strollers, and luggage are permitted.

Walking is generally minimal, but guests must be able to enter and exit the vehicle independently, some areas may involve steps or navigating some uneven terrain . If you have mobility limitations or special requests, please inform us at the time of booking, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

For safety, all guests are asked to remain on designated pathways and follow posted guidelines.
Interests
  • Safari, Animals, and Wildlife
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About Shore Excursions Group
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About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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About Shore Excursions Group

About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

Read More

Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.