Bakkagerdi: all 3 tours and excursions for your cruise

Experience the everyday life of Borgarfjörður Eystri (Bakkagerði) on this guided walk with a local expert. Explore the village’s unique atmosphere and its connection to the City of Elves, meet welcoming residents, and learn about local history, culture, and architecture. Highlights include the local church, the traditional turf house Lindarbakki, the Fish Factory, and a visit to Icelandic Down to discover how eiderdown is gathered and crafted. Note Please note: A moderate...

This activity is conducted by Silversea Expedition Team and is dependent on the weather and the sea condition that day. The Expedition Team will communicate any specific information and logistics once onboard.

Explore the origins of Icelandic moonshine at KHB Brugghús, the sole distillery in the country crafting Landi, the traditional Icelandic spirit. This tour transports you to the early 1900s, a time when locals clandestinely brewed during Iceland’s prohibition and developed the recipes and innovative techniques that defined this distinctive beverage. You will discover how brewing customs evolved in Borgarfjörður Eystri, where many dedicated locals honed their skills despite...