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Local Living Iceland- Bakkagerdi
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Length
6 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Egilsstadir (Iceland)
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Ends in
Egilsstadir (Iceland)
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Available Tour Start Dates
SEP 13, 2026 to SEP 22, 2028
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Style
Fully-Guided
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Guaranteed Date(s)
Yes means that there is at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur. No means that there is not at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur, which usually means that the vendor wants a certain amount of reservations on each tour in order for each one to occur. Of course, the terms and conditions of the vendor do allow for the vendor to cancel guaranteed tour dates for certain reasons (for example, a natural disaster).Yes
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Special Interest(s)
Small Group
Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.
From
Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$1,649.25
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Overview
Settle into the slow rhythm of life in Bakkagerdi, a charming village nestled in East Iceland's remote beauty. Over six days, you'll get to know the land and its legends like a true local - wandering coastal trails, relaxing in steaming geothermal pools, and meeting the quirky wildlife and warm-hearted residents that make this place so special. From turf-roofed cottages and seabird spotting to Icelandic cooking classes and tales of elven queens, this trip is all about connection - to the land, the locals, and a lifestyle that's refreshingly simple.
Visited During Tour
Bakkagerdi (Iceland) | Egilsstadir (Iceland)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
Accommodations
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Local Living Iceland- Bakkagerdi tour dates available from G Adventures. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
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Tour Itinerary
G Adventures Tour Code ELEE-10731
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Day
1Egilsstadir/Bakkagerdi
Arrive at the Egilsstadir airport in the morning and transfer to our local guest house, home for the next 5 nights. Visit the fishing village of Borgarfjordur eystri which offers a glimpse into daily life and enjoy lunch at a local fish soup restaurant. Settle into the accommodations and get to know your fellow travellers at a welcome meeting followed by a delicious farm-to-table dinner prepared by our host.
This centre-based trip offers a chance to connect with our local hosts in a family-run guest house. In their words, this is your home away from home and their warmth and hospitality will make it hard to leave. Here we enjoy our included breakfasts and dinners which offer a true immersion into local cuisine. Our hosts focus on fresh, local ingredients and support their neighbours; small-scale farmers and fishermen, much to the delight of our palate.While difficult to see, the "hidden people" make Borgarfjordur eystri their home and the area is thought (according to folklore) to hold a large population of elves. The elves make their home in the many interesting rock formations and they have no concern with hikers walking by, so long as you respect their homes and nature. On occasion, they are known to help humans, in particular those being bullied, so be kind to each other.
This trip starts at the Egilsstadir airport - domestic flights from Reykjavik and accommodation in Reykjavik are NOT included. Please speak to your GCO or agent to assist in booking these arrangements.
- Meals Included:
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Borgarfjörður eystri Village Walk
Join your CEO and get acquainted with your new surroundings. Learn about Alfaborg, a rocky hill believed to be the dwelling place of the Elf Queen and her court. This iconic site is central to Icelandic folklore and spiritual tradition, offering a unique insight into the country's mystical heritage.
Accommodations: Alfheimar Guesthouse -
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2Bakkagerdi
Set off into Borgarfjordur Valley this morning for a nature walk with your CEO. Wander through the Icelandic wilderness, taking it all in before returning to Borgarfjordur Eystri for lunch. Enjoy a free afternoon with the opportunity to visit the local microbrewery or take time for yourself and wash away the stress of travel with a spa and wellness experience. Cap off a perfect day with a home-cooked dinner of fresh and traditional flavours.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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Free Time
There's plenty to see and do; now is your time to explore. Choose to visit the local microbrewery or relax at an Icelandic spa.
Borgarfjörður Valley Nature Walk
Join your CEO on a walk around Urdarholar Lake, a peaceful and relatively untouched area nestled between dramatic rhyolite mountains. The trail offers a mix of lush meadows, serene lake views, and chances to spot local birdlife.
Accommodations: Alfheimar Guesthouse2Optional Activities for Day 2
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3Bakkagerdi
Today is about culture and tradition with a hands-on flair. Begin by visiting the Lindarbakki turfhouse, a historic, grass covered cottage, then continue onward to a local fish factory to learn about the industry. Join a cooking class to try your hand at creating some traditional staples, using fresh and local ingredients. Next, visit an eiderdown company to learn about one of Iceland's beloved sea birds before taking a scenic walk for the opportunity to see them in their natural habitat.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Lindarbakki Turfhouse Visit
Visit a charming red-roofed, grass-covered cottage that's become a symbol of the area. Learn about traditional ways of life in Borgarfjordur Eystri, and how modern life blends with centuries of resilience and self-sufficiency.
Local Fish Factory Visit
See the daily catch come in and learn how it's prepared and preserved. Discover local delicacies like Hardfiskur (dried fish) and possibly Hakarl (fermented shark), if available. This is also where the fresh fish for your cooking class is sourced-truly sea-to-table!
Icelandic Cooking Class
This hands-on class prepares three local staples: a traditional cake, hearty bread, and a regional fish dish. Learn how to prepare and cook fresh local catch using Icelandic techniques and ingredients.
Eider Duck Company Visit
Learn about the sustainable collection of eiderdown, one of Iceland's most unique natural exports, and how locals protect bird habitats.
Bird Viewing
Enjoy a short scenic walk to see the local seabird population flocks at a nesting area along the nearby cliffs.
Accommodations: Alfheimar Guesthouse -
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4Bakkagerdi
Stretch your legs on a hike from Stapavik, along the Selfljot river before a scenic drive back to Borgarfjordur Eystri where you'll refuel with a lunch of home-style Icelandic dishes. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to relax or choose to check out a nearby working farm - an opportunity to experience the daily life in the picturesque Icelandic community, before another delicious home-cooked dinner in the evening from our hosts.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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Stapavík Hike
Walk a beautiful trail with views of dramatic coastline and gentle meadows. While the route is mostly flat, it's rugged and remote, giving you a glimpse into the raw, isolated nature that once made this route too tough for locals to settle long-term.
Free Time
Decompress however you wish with a free afternoon.
Accommodations: Alfheimar Guesthouse -
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5Bakkagerdi
Head out to a local Icelandic horse farm this morning and learn about what makes the horses so unique. Choose to take part in a ride through the countryside or take some free time to explore on foot or relax. Next, stop at the Gufufoss waterfall for incredible photo opportunities before lunch in the charming village of Seydisfjordur. Finish up the day at Vok Baths, a geothermal spa where you can soak any lingering real life stress away before returning to our guesthouse for the evening.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Exclusive Inclusions:
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Local Horse Farm Visit
Learn about the uniquely gaited Icelandic horse, known for its friendly temperament
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Gufufoss Visit
Gufufoss is one of East Iceland's most photogenic waterfalls. Nestled in a mossy gorge just before entering Seydisfjordur.
Vök Baths Visit
East Iceland's premier geothermal spa built on a lake. Soak in floating pools with views over Lake Urridavatn, experience contrast therapy with hot and cold pools, or try herbal teas made from locally foraged ingredients.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodations: Alfheimar Guesthouse -
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6Bakkagerdi/Egilsstadir
Enjoy one last breakfast at the guesthouse before a 6 AM transfer to the Egilsstadir airport where the tour ends.
When booking departure flights from Egilsstadir to Reykjavik, we suggest a morning flight from Egilsstadir airport.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Departure Transfer
You will be met at your hotel and transferred to the airport at the end of your adventure.
Accommodations
Select a destination below to to view the hotel(s) included by G Adventures in their Local Living Iceland- Bakkagerdi tour:
Bakkagerdi
Alfheimar Guesthouse
Location
Brekkubær, 720 Borgarfjordur Eystri
Bakkagerdi, Iceland
Other Details
- Hotel as shown or similar (G Adventures may replace it with a similar property)
More Details
G Adventures is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Local Living Iceland- Bakkagerdi tour:
Group Size
Max 16, avg 14
What's Included
Your Foodie Moment: Icelandic Cooking Class, BakkagerdiYour Wellness Moment: Vok Baths Visit, Egilsstadir. Arrival transfer. Borgarfjordur eystri Village Walk. Borgarfjordur Valley Nature Walk. Visit to the historic Lindarbakki Turfhouse. Fish factory visit to learn about the industry. Visit to a traditional eiderdown company. Scenic birdwatching walk at a nesting cliff. Hike from Stapavik along the Selfljot river. Horse farm visit with the chance to ride. Gufufoss waterfall visit. Departure transfer. Transport to/from all included activities and between all destinations.
Highlights
Savour delicious home-cooked meals from fresh local ingredients prepared by our hosts, Walk through the village of Borgarfjordur eystri with your CEO and hear stories of Icelandic folklore, Try your hand at local cuisine in an Icelandic cooking class, Hike along scenic coastlines and peaceful meadows, Soak and unwind at the Vok Baths with hot and cold pools floating on a serene lake
Optional Activities
G Adventures is offering the following optional activities at an additional cost, subject to availability:
Bakkagerdi- Bakkagerdi Brewery- Musterid Spa & Wellness
What are the mandatory travel insurance requirements for this trip?
Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate on any of our trips. When travelling on a group trip, you will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your leader, who will take note of your insurance details. When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency evacuation and repatriation. A minimum coverage of USD200,000 is required. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects. Some tours include adventure activities that require extra coverage (e.g. crampon use); please review your itinerary and make sure that you are covered for all included activities. If you have credit card insurance we require proof of purchase of the trip (a receipt of credit card statement) with a credit card in your name. Contact your bank for details of their participating insurer, the level of coverage and emergency contact telephone number.
Accommodation Summary
Guesthouse (5 nts).
Meals Included
5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
What are the meals like on this trip?
Please be very specific about your food preferences and allergies as included dinners contain onion, mushrooms, fish etc.
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
What is the role of the group leader during this trip?
This G Adventures group trip is accompanied by one of our group leaders, known as a CEO (Chief Experience Officer). The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects.
Transportation
Private Vehicle, walking.
Minimum Age
You must be 18 to travel unaccompanied on a G Adventures tour. For minors travelling with a guardian over 21 years old, the minimum age is 12.
How should I dress to respect local customs during the tour?
Weather can change dramatically so it's best to layer clothing to ensure you are prepared for any extremes.
Checklist
Cold Weather:o Long-sleeved shirts or sweatero Scarfo Warm gloveso Warm hato Warm layerso Warm waterproof jacketDocuments:o Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)o Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)o Passport (required) (With photocopies)o Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)o Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)Essentials:o Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)o Binoculars (optional)o Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)o Cash, credit and debit cardso Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)o Ear plugso First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)o Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)o Fleece top/sweatero Footwearo Hato Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)o Locks for bagso Long pants/jeanso Moneybelto Outlet adaptero Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)o Reusable water bottleo Shirts/t-shirtso Sleepwearo Small travel towelo Sunglasseso Swimwearo Watch and alarm clocko Waterproof backpack covero Windproof rain jacketHealth & Safety:o Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)o Hand sanitizero Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)Winter Weather:o Warm winter coato Waterproof gloveso Waterproof pantso Winter boots/shoesNote: Note: The landscape of Iceland is unique and unlike most things you've seen. So is the weather. It is unpredictable and changeable, so be prepared to experience a variety of conditions during your time in Iceland. It's not uncommon to experience rain, sun wind and snow all in the same visit, so please pack accordingly. An Icelandic summer is also not what most people consider as summer temperature and in the highlands it can get quite cold.
Packing Note
Note: The landscape of Iceland is unique and unlike most things you've seen. So is the weather. It is unpredictable and changeable, so be prepared to experience a variety of conditions during your time in Iceland. It's not uncommon to experience rain, sun wind and snow all in the same visit, so please pack accordingly. An Icelandic summer is also not what most people consider as summer temperature and in the highlands it can get quite cold.
Service Level
Standard: Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
What are the tipping guidelines for this trip?
Tipping in Iceland is not customary. In many cases, a service charge is added to the bill which means that it is not necessary to add a tip. If you wish to express your satisfaction with the service in a bar or restaurant, then a gratuity of 10% or to round up the amount of the bill is perfectly acceptable.Tipping during the tour program is similarly not expected, but it can be a way to express satisfaction with the persons who have assisted on your tour. Recommendations for tipping local guides would range from the equivalent of $3-5 USD per day depending on the quality and length of the service; ask your CEO for specific recommendations based on the circumstances and culture. At the end of each trip if you felt your G Adventures CEO did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline €6-8 per person, per day can be used.
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