Askja Day Tour on Private Jeep
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About the Activity
This tour is a simply unforgettable adventure in the wild highlands. Mount Herðubreið, a majestic table mountain of a truly peculiar cake or pot shape, is the gate to the Askja area, location of two Apollo astronauts trainings in the '60, in preparation for the missions to the Moon. The dark silhouette is unmistakable even from very far away when appears in all its charm. The most precious gem of the region, though, is Askja, the caldera, a volcanic depression formed by the collapse of a magma chamber. The magnificent lunar landscape, one of the windiest and most desolate place of Iceland, is dominated by the metallic blue lake Öskjuvatn and the milky blue crater lake, Viti.10 hours to 11 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Private experienced, English-speaking, guide
Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation
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Locations in the itinerary
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From the lake Mývatn we drive road 1 towards the crater Hrossaborg, where we turn on road F88 (inland gravel road). After a while, we cross the rivers Grafarlandaá and Lindá and have break in the nature reserve Herðubreiðarlindir (close to mt. Herðubreið), a small oasis right in the middle of the most barren landscape one can imagine.45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Head to Dyngjufjöll (circle of mountains where Askja is located in), first stop is Dreki, location of the mountain hut and where the Apollo astronauts set their camp for the trainings in the '60, in preparation for the missions to the Moon. Next to Dreki is Drekagil, the "dragon canyon".45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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The most precious gem of the region, though, is Askja, the caldera, a volcanic depression formed by the collapse of a magma chamber. The magnificent lunar landscape, one of the windiest and most desolate place of Iceland, is dominated by the metallic blue lake Öskjuvatn and the milky blue crater lake, Viti.3 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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One of the most spectacular dirty roads in one of the most barren areas of the country, going across rugged lava fields, mighty spring rivers and a huge, astonishing pumice field.6 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Meeting point is the parking lot of the gas station N1 in the village Reykjahlíð, next to the grocery store VERSLUN SUPERMARKET.View Location
End point
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Meeting point is the parking lot of the gas station N1 in the village Reykjahlíð, next to the grocery store VERSLUN SUPERMARKET.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Italian
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Atlantic/Reykjavik time to receive 100% refund.
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