Since this walk involves a longer walk, I decided to offer it in two opportunities: as a private car tour with a short walk or simply as a walk to my garden
Please Taste!
Fun walk featuring culture, traditions, and culinary experiences of the Westfjords
A Truly Memorable Experience in Ísafjörður! We arrived in Ísafjörður by cruise ship and were warmly greeted at the port by our fantastic guide, Tobias. From the very beginning, it felt more like meeting up with an old friend than starting a tour. As we strolled through the port area, Tobias shared fascinating stories about Iceland’s rich fishing history. We even stopped by a well-known fishmonger’s shop to pick up some freshly caught fish. Throughout the walk, Tobias continued to share insights into both Icelandic culture and his own life, making the experience feel deeply personal and authentic. One unexpected delight was a local cat who joined our walk, much to the kids' delight. It cleverly tagged along, knowing there would be a tasty reward of dried Icelandic fish treats—something we all got to sample as well. Our walk led us to Helga’s home, nestled on the lower hillside. There, we grilled the fresh fish we had purchased, picked herbs and greens from her beautiful garden, and sat down to an incredible tasting of homemade Icelandic dishes. Helga’s infused oils and salad dressings were a true highlight, and we finished the meal with sweet treats and coffee. What made this experience so special wasn’t just the delicious food or the scenic walk—it was the genuine hospitality. We were welcomed into Helga’s home like family. We shared stories, laughed together, and left with full hearts as well as full stomachs. - If your travels bring you to Ísafjörður, this tour is a must. It’s so much more than an excursion—it’s a heartfelt connection. Compared to typical cruise line offerings, this experience felt like spending time with dear friends who truly love their country and life itself. Helga and Tobias made our visit unforgettable. (2025)
We arrived in Ísafjörður by cruise ship and were warmly greeted at the port by our fantastic guide, Tobias. From the very beginning, it felt more like meeting up with an old friend than starting a tour. As we strolled through the port area, Tobias shared fascinating stories about Iceland’s rich fishing history. We even stopped by a well-known fishmonger’s shop to pick up some freshly caught fish. (2025)
Throughout the walk, Tobias continued to share insights into both Icelandic culture and his own life, making the experience feel deeply personal and authentic. One unexpected delight was a local cat who joined our walk, much to the kids' delight. It cleverly tagged along, knowing there would be a tasty reward of dried Icelandic fish treats—something we all got to sample as well. (2025)
Our walk led us to Helga’s home, nestled on the lower hillside. There, we grilled the fresh fish we had purchased, picked herbs and greens from her beautiful garden, and sat down to an incredible tasting of homemade Icelandic dishes. Helga’s infused oils and salad dressings were a true highlight, and we finished the meal with sweet treats and coffee. (2025)
What made this experience so special wasn’t just the delicious food or the scenic walk—it was the genuine hospitality. We were welcomed into Helga’s home like family. We shared stories, laughed together, and left with full hearts as well as full stomachs. (2025)
If your travels bring you to Ísafjörður, this tour is a must. It’s so much more than an excursion—it’s a heartfelt connection. Compared to typical cruise line offerings, this experience felt like spending time with dear friends who truly love their country and life itself. Helga and Tobias made our visit unforgettable. (2025)
Thank you and Tobias for making our trip so very special.(2024)
Wonderful tour! See the city AND a local home! Our family toured with Helga on June 22, 2023. It was one of the most unique and enjoyed tours we have done as a family. We had a nice tour of Isafjordur, but then had the experience of going to Helga's home and cooking local fresh fish and making a salad from Helga's garden. I am not a person who normally enjoys eating fish, but the fish was so fresh and seasoned with her homemade seasonings and, honestly, I really liked it! We have traveled internationally a lot and frequently say how fun it would be to actually see someplace that a local lives. We got to do that with Helga. We highly recommend Helga's tour to anyone traveling to Isafjordur. (2023)
If you find this review you MUST meet Helga. This is how I found her. What a treasure she is and what a wonderful day we had in Isafjordur. It was a misty day and cool despite being in Iceland in August. My husband, cousin, his wife and myself all met Helga at the pier. "That must be her, she looks like a 19th century Fishmonger" we all said! Helga took us on an incredible walking tour around the city, pointed out so many historic facts and even protected our privacy from other tourists who thought they might tag along. We learned so much about the island history, geology, plants, herbs, social and cultural ways of this lovely little town. We eventually arrived at Helga's home and Gardens. What an incredible garden filled with healthy herbs, lettuces and she even has a greenhouse or fruits and vegetables. We each received a job in the lunch preparation. The fish and salad were divine! We ate outdoors by choice, despite the misty air. It was Magical!!! This was my favorite day of our entire 2 week vacation. Helga is delightful, entertaining, informative and kind. Please do not miss her tour! (2023)
We are so happy to have met you and Tobias, and to have gotten the opportunity to learn more about Ísafjörður. We feel privileged to know such great people from a wonderful village. (2023)
We had a wonderful time with Helga on her Please Taste tour. We were on a cruise which called into Isafjordur. Helga met us on the quayside and began a most interesting and informative walk around the town, explaining the history of the area and showing us photos of how things used to be in the past. We eventually walked to Helga’s beautiful house overlooking the fjord. We picked salad ingredients from her garden to eat with lunch. Helga welcomed us into her home where we prepared lunch and cooked some wonderfully fresh haddock and sea trout. We chatted with Helga over the tasty meal and had the most interesting and friendly conversation. I would thoroughly recommend this trip if you’re visiting Isafjordur. (2023)
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Our walk takes you from the Tourist Information through the historic part of Ísafjörður.
On the way we stop at a local fishmonger, get insights into the history and culture of the Westfjords, its traditions, its food, life and working conditions and speak with local people.
If you book the car tour: In the middle of the quaint little town, you will hop in Helga's car and to Helga's garden.
If you book the walk: The walk goes through the town and to Helga´s garden at the slope. Also we can walk on the avalange barriers, from there you have a wonderful view. Like the Icelanders in former times we will also gather some herbs for our meal.
From Helga´s garden with a fantastic view of the fjord while sampling traditional dishes.
On the big sunny patio on the edge of town in the middle of colourful shrubs we will prepare a tasty fish dish together. During the coffee there is time for questions and to learn some Icelandic words.
At the end the guests can easily get back to town on their own (town centre ca. 20 Minutes). It is possible to drive them back again.
Planned visits and contacts with local people can´t be guaranteed.
Daily at 10:00 and individual arrangement (On cruise ship days change start times)
Meeting Point: Tourist Information Ísafjörður
Duration: 3 - 3,5 hours
Included: Car tour or a walk, Guide, herb gathering, light meal and tea/coffee
Group size: 2 to 6 people
Price for one: 26.500 ISK (children up to 12 free)
To make a booking, please contact me. I will answer you quickly.
