Reykjavik

At the doorstep of one of the most beautiful countries on Earth, Reykjavik is home to two thirds of the nation’s population with its 230,000 people, and one of the cleanest, greenest and safest cities of the world.

Chances are that Reykjavik is one of the most anticipated port visits on your cruise and it rarely disappoints.
Affectionately referred to as “the town” by locals, the world’s northern most capital has a vibrant cultural and music scene, a variety of design shops and art galleries, fascinating museums, and world-class restaurants.

Many of Iceland’s most famous natural sights are a comfortable day tour away, the Golden Circle being the most popular. The black sand beaches and waterfalls of the South Coast, and the offbeat Reykjanes peninsula with the world-famous Blue Lagoon also make for fantastic choices.
Those looking for active tours will be spoilt for choice – snorkelling in the rift valley between the tectonic plates, horse riding through a geothermal valley, a tour inside a volcano, snowmobiling on a glacier are just some options.
As luck would have it, many cruise ships stay in port overnight allowing for many possibilities.

Reykjavik is one of the “big four” cruise ship ports in Iceland – the others being Akureyri, Isafjordur and Seydisfjordur.