Premium Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour
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Availability
All year
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DURATION
11 Hours
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Difficulty
Easy
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Pickup
Included
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Minimum Age
8 Years
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Price
ISK 18.900
Tour Highlights:
- Snæfellsnes Peninsula
- Arnarstapi & Hellnar
- Views to Snæfellsjökull glacier
- Djúpalónssandur pebble beach
- Kirkjufell Mountain
- Kirkjufellsfoss
Included:
- Guided tour by minibus
- Professional guide
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off at selected hotels
Premium Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour – Explore “Iceland in Miniature”
The Premium Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour is the best way to discover one of Iceland’s most stunning regions. Many call this area “Iceland in miniature” because it offers such a variety of landscapes. On this full-day trip, you travel in a modern minibus with a professional guide who shares local stories and insights.
Highlights of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula
Your journey begins with pickup in Reykjavík. From there, you head west to the charming fishing town of Grundarfjörður. This town is famous for Kirkjufell mountain and its waterfall Kirkjufellsfoss. Together, they create one of the most photographed sights in Iceland.
Afterward, you continue to the black pebble beach of Djúpalónssandur. In the past, this was a busy fishing station. Today, it is known for its dramatic lava formations and the “lifting stones.” Fishermen once tested their strength here. To qualify for work, they had to lift at least 54 kg. Visitors can still try the challenge themselves.
Next, the tour moves on to the villages of Hellnar and Arnarstapi. Both places are perfect for walking along the coast. You can admire basalt cliffs, sea arches, and nesting birds. In addition, the views of the surrounding landscape are unforgettable. If the weather is clear, you will also see the Snæfellsjökull glacier, made famous in Jules Verne’s Journey to the Center of the Earth.
A Full Day of Exploration
Finally, you return along the southern coastline with a short stop in Borgarnes. After a day of adventure, you arrive back in Reykjavík where you are dropped off at your chosen location.
This tour is ideal for travelers of all ages. It combines natural beauty, rich history, and cultural insight. Book your Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour today for an unforgettable Icelandic experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, pickup and drop-off are included. You can select the most convenient location for your transfer at booking.
Make sure to note down your pickup times and Departure Times. Pick up can take up to 30 minutes starting from the time on your ticket. Please wait at your hotel/guest house in this time span.
Guest are collected with several minibusses, so please be aware that you may need to change buses at a meeting point before the tour begins.
You should wear warm and comfortable clothing as your first layer and waterproof clothing as your second layer. You should also wear good hiking boots.
Keep in mind that the weather in Iceland can be unpredictable and change quickly.
No, meals are not included on this tour. There are stops on the tour where you can purchase food, and you are of course welcome to bring a packed lunch.
This tour is 11 hours in duration, making it a full day experience.
Yes, children of all ages are welcome on this tour.
Reservations can be canceled 24 hours prior to departure without penalty. Cancellations received less than 24 hours prior to departure are non-refundable.
Cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@iat.is.
Please be mindful of possible time zone differences. Iceland is in the GMT time zone and cancellations must be submitted at least 24 hours before departure in Icelandic local time (GMT).
If you do need to cancel your tour, we recommend that you contact us as soon as possible.
