Biking and Westman Islands
NEW TOUR SINCE 2011
The volcanic Westman Isles are more accessible than ever. In 2010 a new harbour was built right opposite the islands making it feasible to visit from Reykjavik in one day. We travel across lavafields and farmland before we board a ferry for a 30 minute ride to Heimaey Island with its 4.500 inhabitants. You'll get to know the island, its history and geology during our visit. We spend enough time on the island for you to enjoy its major attractions. There are plenty of roads and trails on the island but few cars - making the island an ideal place for bicycling.
Season: 7 June - 30 August / Difficulty: Easy-medium
Tour code: DTA-45
Biking and Westman Islands
New Tour since 2011
The volcanic Westman Isles are more accessible than ever. In 2010 a new harbour was built right opposite the islands making it feasible to visit from Reykjavik in one day. We travel across lavafields and farmland before we board a ferry for a 30 minute ride to Heimaey Island with its 4.500 inhabitants. You'll get to know the island, its history and geology during our visit. We spend enough time on the island for you to enjoy its major attractions. There are plenty of roads and trails on the island but few cars - making the island an ideal place for bicycling.
Once on the island we get on our bikes and pedal to view the main attractions on the islands such as; Pompei of the North, puffin colonies in summer, Helgafell volcano, lavafield from 1973, houses that half collapsed due to the lavaflow and more
Season: 7 June - 30 August / Difficulty: Easy-medium
Biking and Westman Islands
Available: 7 June - 30 August: Thursdays
Departues time: 13:00
Minimum: 4 persons
Duration of trip: +/- 8 hours
Bicycle distance: +/- 7 km (5 miles) of cycling on the Island
Difficulty: Easy-medium
What should I bring? A hat and gloves (we have some extra in case you forget), warm wind- and rainproof clothes are useful.
Tour code: DTA-45
Biking and Westman Islands
Season: 7 June - 30 August: Thursdays
Duration: +/- 8 hours
Departure time: 13:00
Distance: +/- 7 km (5 miles) of cycling on the Island
Meeting point: Ægisgarður, Reykjavik harbour, 15 minute prior to tour departure
Pick up/transfer: Not included, not offered
Minimum: 4 persons
Languages: Tours are guided in English
Difficulty: Easy-medium
Included: Minivan and ferry transportation to Westman Islands, guided bike tour on Heimaey Island, bike & helmet
What should I bring? A hat and gloves (we have some extra in case you forget), warm wind- and rainproof clothes are useful.
Online bookings: Until 72 hours prior to departure
Price:
Per person: EUR 153
Children discount:
Not available on this tour
Tour code: DTA-45