Holiday Season 2024-2025 in Akureyri

Experience the Magic of the 2024 Holiday Season in Akureyri & Lake Mývatn

Plan Your 2024-2025 Holiday Season with Saga Travel. Make your holiday season unforgettable with Saga Travel’s carefully curated experiences in North Iceland! Explore the enchanting winter wonderland of Akureyri and Lake Mývatn, where you’ll marvel at the Northern Lights, embrace unique Icelandic traditions, and enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities. From thrilling adventures in the snow to cozy moments surrounded by Iceland’s festive charm, we’ve created an itinerary designed to keep you and your loved ones entertained throughout the season.

Getting here is simple and convenient with direct EasyJet flights from London and Manchester to Akureyri, running twice a week. Whether you’re seeking a magical getaway or a relaxing break, Akureyri has everything you need to celebrate the holidays in style.

Join us in Akureyri, where the town glows with twinkling Christmas lights, the skies dance with the Northern Lights, and snow-covered streets create the perfect festive backdrop. Let Saga Travel make your 2024-2025 holiday season one to remember. Book your winter adventure today!

Top Holiday Activities in Akureyri for 2024-2025

Akureyri, known as the “Capital of the North,” transforms into a magical winter retreat during the holiday season. Here are the must-try experiences:

Visit Akureyri Christmas House: Step into a fairytale at this year-round Christmas store, filled with festive decorations and Icelandic traditions.
Ski at Hlíðarfjall: Thrill-seekers can hit the slopes at Hlíðarfjall, one of Iceland’s premier skiing destinations.
Soak in Geothermal Pools: Unwind in Akureyri’s Forest Lagoon while enjoying breathtaking views of the snow-covered mountains.

Don’t forget to explore local cafes and try traditional Icelandic treats like laufabrauð and smoked lamb.

Discover the Winter Beauty of Lake Mývatn

Lake Mývatn is a jewel of Iceland, especially stunning during the holiday season. This serene area offers:

Natural Hot Springs: Warm up at the Mývatn Nature Baths, Iceland’s “Blue Lagoon of the North.”
Dimmuborgir Lava Fields: Wander through these otherworldly lava formations, believed in folklore to be home to Iceland’s mischievous Yule Lads.
Chasing the Northern Lights: With its remote location, Lake Mývatn is one of the best spots in Iceland to witness the breathtaking Aurora Borealis.

Capture the magic of Iceland’s wilderness with every step you take in this captivating winter landscape.

The North Iceland Holiday Schedule!

We offer a selection of scheduled small group tours throughout the holidays. All private tours are available during this period (upon request). Check also out our partners for other activities, restaurant bookings and geothermal baths.

Snowmobile tours from Lake Mývatn are available daily, except 24-25DEC (available as private upon request)

Whale Watching is available daily from Akureyri and Hauganes, transfers available:

Whale Watching Hauganes

Whale Watching Akureyri

Forest Lagoon is open Daily from 10am to Midnight, except 24th DEC (open to 4pm). Can be added to all day tours.
Horse back riding available daily except 24th December

Mývatn Nature Baths are open Daily from 12pm to 10pm

The following restaurants are open during 24th and 25th – 31st Dec and 1Jan
Múlaberg (Hotel KEA)
Aurora Restaurant (Berjaya Akureyri)
Mylla Restaurant (Berjaya Mývatn)