Reykjavik Hidden gems - Private - Half Day tour - with local

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Discover a cluster of pseudocraters inside Reykjavik with a local. See the first Hydroelectric power plant in Reykjavik and the first geothermal water pump. Enjoy standing on a Salmon riverbank.

Highlights

  • The first Hydroelectric plant in Reykjavik and the first geothermal water pump
  • Explore the lava field Leitarhraun all the way to the sea and the Salmon River
  • Relax and enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off in Reykjavik
  • Learn how Reykjavík implemented hot water and electricity 85 years ago
  • Discover more about the conservation efforts of the river salmon by the plant

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Explore the natural wonders of Reykjavik on a private tour. Discover the lava fields of Leitarhraun, the Rauðhólar hills, and the Elliðaárvirkjun hydroelectric plant. Admire the Grótta lighthouse and the beach of Reykjavik. Start your tour with a pickup from your hotel in Reykjavik. Head to the east of the city to explore the Rauðhólar hills and the lava field of Leitarhraun. Admire the lava that flows into the well-known Salmon River Elliðaá. Visit the Ellidaarvirkjun. See the first hydroelectric plant in Iceland supplying electricity to Reykjavik with 4 generators from Sweden and learn how the plant works to protect the Salmon in the river at the same time. Have a look at the first geothermal water pump station in Reykjavik, established in 1930 and see the washing pools, and the benefits for the residence to have accessibility to hot water for free. Admire the geothermal beach in Fossvogur, and Grótta lighthouse and finally, have a look at the harbour area and the Solar Voyager sculpture.

Includes

Private tour Live tour guide Pick up and drop off at your location Exploration of Raudholar and Leitarhraun lava field Visit to the first Hydroelectric power plant in Iceland Visit to the first geothermal water pump in Reykjavik Sightseeing at Reykjavík beach and Grotta lighthouse Go to the river bank of a Salmon river in Reykjavik See where lava meets the sea in Reykjavik

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