During this tour, you go to the beautiful Snæfellsnes peninsula and you will visit different sights in the surrounding area. Some of the places that you will visit during this tour are the Snæfellsjökull vulcano, the small fishing village of Arnarstapi and the beautiful Djúpalónssandur beach.
About this day tour
This tour takes you from Reykjavik on a special route to Borgarfjörður and the small village of Borgarnes. There you will have a small stop to discover the surrounding area and to have a quick drink. Afterwards, the journey will move on to Snæfellsnes where you get the chance to spot some local wildlife at Ytri-Tunga. You can see different sea birds but also a colony of seals.
The next stop is at the idyllic Arnarstapi where you can take a walk through the special landscape on your way to the steep coastline. There will be a lunch at the little village Hellnar. After lunch, the tour will head to the Varnshellir cave which is located in the Snæfellsjökull National Park. You'll be amazed of all the wonderful stalactites, stalagmites and unique lava formations that this place has to offer.
From the dark cave, you proceed to the black-pebble beach of Djúpalónssandur where you find a beautiful view. The its time to head to the north coast of the Snæfellsnes peninsula where you find the exceptionally beautiful mountain Kirkjufell. This symmetrical mountain is surrounded by beautiful beaches and is one of the most photographed sights of Iceland.
Just past Grundarfjörður is the route through the lava fields called Berserkjahraun. These fields are wonderful to see with many relics and the wild nature.
Highlights
- A journey through the striking landscapes of the beautiful volcano Snæfellsnes
- The beautiful volcano of Snæfellsjökull
- The idyllic fishing village of Arnarstapi
- Discover the Vatnshellir lava cave
- The beautiful black-pebble beach of Djúpalónssandur
- Visit Grundarfjörður and spot the symmetrical mountain KirkJufell
- Spot numerous seabirds and seals
Why buy tickets online?
- It's fast, easy and you get the best price
- Your spot is guaranteed, experience a hassle-free trip
- You will receive your voucher via email. Print this voucher or show it on your smartphone to the guide
This tour includes
- Pick up and drop off service for hotels and guest houses in Reykjavik (please send an email to [email protected] with the Hotel you're staying)
- Professional English speaking tour guide
- Enjoying the beautiful surroundings in south Iceland
Important information
- Start time 8:00 AM
- January till May: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- June till August: daily tours
- September till December: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday - Duration: approx. 11 hours
- Excluding meals
- Pick up service: 30 minutes before the tour starts. You will be dropped off at the point where you have been picked up
- Meeting point in case you don't want to be picked up: The Bus terminal in Holtagaroar
Please contact us if you have any questions. We are more than happy to help you!
+31 85 888 2923