Port 4 - Isajordur

Isafjordur, Iceland

Arrival: 8 am (tender)

Departure: 6 pm

Currency: Icelandic krona (ISK), (1 CAD = 75 ISK), ATM at the banks, Credit cards

 Sightseeing

The port of Isafjordur is the largest of all harbours located in the Westfjords region of Iceland.  Fishing has traditionally been – and remains – the area’s main source of income.

Isafjordur is Iceland’s third busiest Cruise Port for cruise ships. Calling vessels make a dramatic 80 km journey up the Isafjardardjup Bay which shelters a number of smaller fjords.  Isafjordur town is located in one of these, the Skutulsfjordur.

Flanked on three sides by towering mountains, Isafjordur is a near perfect natural harbour.

Close to the cruise quays is the Maritime Museum, located in one of the oldest houses in Isafjordur, which traces the life and history of the settlement with a fascinating array of fishing gear and variety of boats. The oldest group of houses in Iceland are also here, merchant properties dating back to the 18^th century.

Shopping and Food

The shops in Iceland ore of international standard, and carry a wide variety of merchandise.  Local specialities are wollen knitwear (for example sweaters, cardigans, hats and mittens), handmade ceramics, glassware and silver jewellery.  Also available is a great variety of high-quality seafood.