Akureyri Cruise Port Alt Walking Tour 4K
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We are back in Port Aureri, Iceland from our summer 2025 cruise on the Norwegian Star.
This time we wanted to see something different, so we decided to follow the coastline past the main dock.
It's a short walk from the pier to the main road.
We couldn't resist getting one of these intricate handmade wooden sculptures of puffins.
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Welcome back to Akureyri, Iceland! If you've already seen the main square and botanical gardens (see our video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_7IJDlWQ5n0 ), this alternative 4K walking tour is for you. Join us as we step off the Norwegian Star in summer of 2025 and head off the beaten path to explore the stunning coastal trails, local architecture, and hidden gems right outside the Akureyri cruise port! * Watch our full Iceland Cruise Playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKZWB-uCIzwQG4xowf-i27zI7nEunQocz If you rather go on a guided tour in Akureyri, here are some we recommend: https://vi.me/Dxjo1 In this DIY shore excursion, we skip the crowded buses and explore Akureyri on foot. We'll take you past the beautiful Hof Cultural Center, walk along the fjord with incredible mountain views, and even do some plane spotting near the Akureyri Airport. From hiking the rugged dirt coastal paths to spotting the famous Viking Brewery silo in the industrial district, this walking tour shows a completely different side of northern Iceland. Whether you're sailing on the Norwegian Star, planning a future Iceland cruise, or just love 4K virtual walks, we hope this gives you some great ideas for your port day! Would you hike the dirt trails or stick to the main town? Let us know in the comments below! Video Chapters: 0:00 - Welcome Back to Akureyri! (Norwegian Star Cruise), Leaving the Cruise Pier & Walking Route 0:43 - Hof Cultural Center (free Wi-fi, cafe) & Souvenirs 2:04 - Coastal Path, Ponant Le Bellot, Wild Ducks & Fjord Views 3:53 - Plane Spotting at Akureyri Airport (private jet taking off) 5:53 - Eidsvollur Park 6:49 - Glera River & Bridge 7:52 - Silabas Nature Preserve & Hiking the Rugged Coastal Dirt Trails 10:03 - Commercial District & Viking Brewery 10:31 - Heading Back to the Cruise Terminal 10:49 - Akureyri Photo Montage & Outro If you enjoyed this alternative walking tour, please give this video a thumbs up and subscribe for more cruise port guides! Happy cruising! #Akureyri #IcelandCruise #NorwegianStar #WalkingTour #CruisePort #ShoreExcursion