Snæfellsnes Peninsula Small Group Tour - Tourism Iceland

Snæfellsnes Peninsula Small Group Tour

18,900 ISK/person

About Tour

The western peninsula of Snæfellsnes is an area of diverse beauty and wonder with a rich history and famously served as the inspiration for one of the great works of Western adventure literature.
It is often referred to as a miniature version of Iceland, as in a relatively small area one can see lava fields, mountains, small towns, a glacier, sea cliffs, lava caves, black pebble beaches, seals, and much more. All the wonders of Iceland in a manageable day tour.

Our exclusive small group tours ensure a more intimate and personal experience. Berserkjahraun lava fieldsMt. Kirkjufell and Kirkjufell waterfallsDjúpalónssandur black sand beachLóndrangar Basalt CliffsSnæfellsjökull National Park, Arnarstapi Cliff Viewpoint and Búðir black church are amongst the places of interest you will enjoy with us on the tour.

Highlights

  • Berserkjahraun Lavafields
  • Mt. Kirkjufell
  • Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfalls
  • Snæfellsnesjökull Glacier
  • Snæfellsnesjökull national Park
  • Djúpalónssandur Beach
  • Lóndrangur Basalt Cliffs
  • Arnarstapi
  • Budir black church
  • Ytri Tunga Beach and seals

Included

  • Professional guide
  • Pickup and drop off in Reykjavík
  • Free WiFi
  • English Speaking Guide

What to bring

  • Warm, water and windproof clothing are always useful in Iceland
  • Good sturdy shoes

Not included

  • Food and drinks

Tour Summary

Age

8

Availability

All Year

Difficulty

Very Easy

Start

Reykjavik

Duration

11 Hours

Language

English

Meet on Location

Yes

Pickup

Yes

Start-time

08:00 - 09:00

Start

Reykjavik

Start-time

08:00 - 09:00

Duration

11 Hours

Itinerary

Central Reykjavik
Your tour begins with our fast and efficient pickup service. We provide direct pickup from a long list of designated locations dotted around the capital region. We aim to finish pickup promptly in order to devote the rest of our time together getting to know the diverse sites and wonders of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

Berserkjahraun Lavafields
Berserkjahraun is a vast lava field located on the Snæfellsnes peninsula in Iceland. It is estimated to be around 4,000 years old and covers an area of approximately 35 square kilometers. The name “Berserkjahraun” translates to “madman’s lava field” and is believed to be connected to the Icelandic Saga, where two berserkers were killed in the area. Despite its eerie history, the lava field is a popular tourist attraction due to its unique and rugged terrain, making it an ideal location for hiking and exploring.

Mt. Kirkjufell
Kirkjufell Mountain is a stunning natural landmark situated in Grundarfjorour, Iceland. This free-standing mountain stands at 463 meters tall and is known worldwide for its unique, distinct shape that has made it an incredibly popular location for photographers. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the mountain from different locations around Grundarfjorour, making it a must-see destination for anyone traveling to Iceland.

Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfalls
Kirkjufellsfoss is a beautiful waterfall located at the base of Kirkjufell Mountain in Grundarfjorour, Iceland. The waterfall is easily accessible and a popular destination for tourists visiting the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. The falls offer stunning views of the surrounding scenery and provide an excellent opportunity for photography. Together with its iconic mountain backdrop, Kirkjufellsfoss is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Iceland.

Snæfellsjökull National Park
Snæfellsnesjökull National Park in a protected wilderness area encircling Snæfellsjökull glacier.
It is possible to see Snæfellsjökull on a clear day from Reykjavík, hundreds of kilometres to the south. Our guests get a better view! A 700,000 year old subglacial volcano, it has thankfully lain dormant for almost 2000 years, which is just as well as it is the same type of volcano as Ejyafjalljökull. That subglacial volcano erupted and famously created chaos and grounded airplanes worldwide back in 2010.
Snæfellsjökull also famously features in Jules Verne´s seminal 1864 adventure novel “Journey to the Center of the Earth”. The entrance to the underworld was imagined by Verne to lie here.

Djúpalónssandur Beach
Djupalonssandur Beach is a stunning black pebble beach located on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in Iceland. It is situated near the fishing village of Hellnar and can be accessed by a short walk from the nearby parking area. The beach is renowned for its unique, otherworldly landscape and is a popular destination for photographers and nature lovers alike. Visitors can marvel at the dramatic cliffs and neighbouring rock formations that add to this scenic wonder. Additionally, history buffs can enjoy the beach’s historical significance, as it was once used as a testing ground for the strength of fishermen in Iceland’s past.

Lóndrangar Basalt Cliffs
Lóndrangur are two enormous basalt rock formations reaching 75m and 61m respectively. These pinnacles are all that remains of an ancient crater which has long since been eroded by the sea. They serve as both a stunning view from all angles as well as home to various nesting bird species.

Arnarstapi
Arnarstapi is a charming village located on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in the West Region of Iceland. The village’s unique location near the coast and its dramatic landscape make it a popular destination for visitors looking to experience Iceland’s natural beauty. In addition to its stunning scenery, Arnarstapi is home to several notable attractions, including the nearby Londrangar Basalt Cliffs and the Gatklettur Arch. Visitors can also enjoy hiking along the nearby coast or observing the varied wildlife in the area, making Arnarstapi a must-visit destination for anyone travelling to Iceland.
It is a real pleasure to walk along the cliff edge and spot the nesting seabirds below. A famous photo stop is the Arnarstapi bridge, Eystrigjá.

Búðir Black Church
Budir black church is one of the most beautiful in Iceland. But what makes this place special is the stunning landscape on which it rests. A church was first built here at over 300 years ago, though the structure you see today dates from 1848. This church is a popular subject for photographers and we take a short photo stop her for that reason.

Ytri Tunga Beach Seals
We make one final stop in Snæfellsnes before heading back to the city. Ytri Tunga is a pleasant though unremarkable golden beach. Why then do we make a stop here you may ask? Because Ytri Tunga is one of the best places in Iceland to watch seals. These harbour seals spends there days on the rocks just off the beach and hopefully you will be lucky and catch a glimpse of them.

Central Reykjavik
We then begin the journey back to Reykjavik and we hope you will have made lasting memories of this lesser-traveled part of Iceland.

How Does Pick-Up Work?

We offer pick-up only from Reykjavik city’s greater area from designated locations found on a drop-down menu at the time of booking. We ask all our customers to send their pick-up location at least 24 hours prior to the departure of their tour.

We are not responsible if you do not provide your pick-up location or miss the departure of your tour. Pick-up starts at the scheduled departure time of your voucher and can take up to 30 minutes. We ask our passengers to be ready at their listed location so they can be easily found.

Pick Up Time

Pick-ups are in downtown Reykjavík from 8:00 am to 8:30 am, depending on where you are staying.

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations for all-day tours can be made by email up to 24 hours before departure, and the entire money will be returned. Any cancellations made less than 24 hours before the scheduled departure time are not subject to refund.
  • If the operator cancels the trip due to severe weather, hazardous driving conditions, or other reasons, we will help you rebook a different day or book alternate activities if feasible, or we’ll give you a full refund.

 

Our Customer Reviews

5.0
Based on 215 Reviews
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Lovely full day private tour

Spent a lovely day with my guide, Lena. I have mobility issues and use a walker. Lena adjusted our schedule to allow me to what limited walking I could do to maximize my time and see the sites. Highly recommend.

Zotmama July 10, 2024
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Wonderful!

Our tour guide was Sam and he was amazing! We did both the Golden Circle tour and the South Coast tour with him. He was fluent in English and very knowledgeable. He took us to a few secret spots that were beautiful and less crowded. Highly recommend him and the company!

Neda S July 3, 2024
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Unforgettable Wonderful Day!

We are so very pleased that we chose to take a private tour of the Golden Circle. Sam, who may be the BEST tour guide on the island, customized as we went through our day, meeting the interests of everyone in the group. We were in awe of the scenery, Sam's knowledge, as his ability to make everyone happy from ages 9 to 80! I highly recommend this tour. So many lovely sights and even better memories!

AJ M June 26, 2024
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Best private tour ever, with best guide ever!

Sam is amazing! He knows a lot of Iceland's history and geography, is a fantastic driver, and very engaging. He made sure we saw all of the south shore must see spots as well as some less known (loved the troll houses)! Very comfortable, clean, and roomy van made for an easy 8+ hr tour. Highly recommend!!!!

herbster2017 June 21, 2024
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Awesome experience

This is one of my all time favorite adventures . Our guide Dylan was so informative .I really learnt about Iceland and it’s people .
The snowmobile adventure was truly awesome you feel like you’re on top of the world . It was exciting. Great experience

Lynnettes S May 13, 2024
tripadvisor

Incredible tour with Dmitri

If I could rate this trip more than 5 stars I definitely would! Dmitri, our guide, took us to the most amazing locations and even added stops along the way to ensure we made the most of the trip. He helped us navigate the snow and ice safely to reach incredible hidden waterfalls that other tours often do not include. Afterwards, he also sent us all the amazing photos he took of the places we visited! Dmitri was so lovely and without doubt would contact him again when we return to Iceland.

Francesca February 10, 2024
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Fabulous day , Darren ( tour guide) was informative & entertaining & kept everyone happy.I would request his bus 👍

The Grayline Iceland 7 Golden Circle tour was fantastic, our Guide Darren & Kamil were a credit to the company .
1st class.

Gary S December 2, 2023
tripadvisor

Amazing

Iceland is a beautiful country full of stunning scenery and this tour covers some of it via the "Golden Circle" route.

Our tour guide Didzis (DJ) was excellent throughout our private day tour. He was knowledgeable and helpful throughout and really made our tour enjoyable.

PSBSi November 22, 2023
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