Embark on a full-day adventure to the scenic Snæfellsnes Peninsula from Reykjavík and discover some of Iceland's most awe-inspiring sites!
Discover one of Iceland's most picturesque areas on this not to be missed 12-hour, Snæfellsnes Peninsula sightseeing tour from Reykjavík! Welcoming explorers ages 6 and up.
Located in the western part of Iceland, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula is celebrated for its dramatic and diverse landscapes, which include picturesque villages, volcanic features and lava fields, impressive coastal cliffs and beaches, etc. The Snæfellsnes Peninsula spans an approximate distance of 90 kilometres (56 miles) and is also known as 'Miniature Iceland' due to the high concentration of natural features found all across the country. A guided Snæfellsnes Peninsula sightseeing tour from Reykjavík is an amazing way to experience Iceland's breathtaking natural wonders!
The adventure begins at your accommodations in Reykjavík (please specify when booking). Once you've boarded the comfortable minibus, you and your group (a maximum of 18 people) will receive a safety and itinerary briefing from your experienced and friendly guide. Then, you'll leave the city behind for an incredible day touring the Snæfellsnes Peninsula! En route, you'll relax and enjoy captivating views with Icelandic music and free WiFi onboard.
Passing through the charming village of Borgarnes amidst fjords and mountains, you'll head closer to the first stop of the day, the remote Ytri Tunga Beach, renowned for its wild seal colony. Don't forget your camera! Next, you'll stop at the ancient village of Búðir, set amidst lava fields and famed for its historic 'black church', which was built in 1703. Throughout the Snæfellsnes Peninsula sightseeing tour from Reykjavík, your guide will share fascinating facts and insights into these magnificent locales!
The adventure continues to the fishing village of Arnarstapi, celebrated for its distinctive coastal cliffs and Gatklettur stone arch in addition to its troll myths and legends. Back onboard the minibus, you'll be treated to the spectacular Djúpalónssandur Beach and its volcanic black sand, diverse species of birds and ancient 'lifting stones'. Then, you'll be treated to the sight of the Lóndrangar Basalt Cliffs, a pair of gigantesque (75-metre/246-feet high) basalt pinnacles and also a frequented area of Iceland's much-loved puffins!
The last stop on this one-of-a-kind, Snæfellsnes Peninsula sightseeing tour from Reykjavík, is the Kirkjufell Mountain. Featured multiple times in the famed television series 'Game of Thrones', this dramatic mountain measures 463 metres (1,519 feet) with a crystal clear lake at its base. After a marvellous day, you'll return to the original departure point in Reykjavík with memories that will last a lifetime!
Make your vacation in Iceland the best yet by booking this memorable Snæfellsnes Peninsula sightseeing tour from Reykjavík today!
Book your activity
Practical information
- Pick up from your accommodations in Reykjavík (please specify when booking)
- Meet your experienced guide/driver
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- The adventure begins!
- Borgarnes
- Ytri Tunga Beach stop
- Búðir Church stop
- Arnarstapi Village stop
- Djúpalónssandur Black Sand Beach stop
- Lóndrangar Basalt Cliffs stop
- Kirkjufell Mountain stop
- Return transfer to the original starting point in Reykjavík
Please be advised that participants are required to be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.
In addition, all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please list the address of your accommodations when booking. Pick-up is available from select locations in Reykjavík, listed via the following link. Please be ready for pick-up 30 minutes before the departure time.
Bringing a packed lunch, snacks, and drinks, along with warm layers of clothing and sturdy hiking boots is highly recommended for this excursion.
The difficulty level of this activity is labelled as 'very easy'.
Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.
- Guide
- WiFi onboard the minibus
- Food and beverages
- Wind and waterproof outerlayers
- Warm underlayers
- Hiking boots
- Wool socks
- Hat
- Gloves
- Scarf
- Sunglasses
- Packed lunch
- Snacks
- Water
- Camera
Reviews
Average rating
5/5
- Excellent100%1
- Very good0%0
- Average0%0
- Poor0%0
- Terrible0%0