Private Luxury Tour Snaefellsnes Peninsula

12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

The peninsula is home to extensive lava fields and the 8,000-year-old Vatnshellir Cave. Snæfellsnes has diverse beaches, from golden Skarðsvík to black-pebbled Djúpalónssandur.
It is also a Journey to the Centre of the Earth is a classic 1864 science fiction novel by Jules Verne. The story involves a German professor (Otto Lidenbrock in the original french or Professor Von Hardwigg in the most common English translation) who believes there are volcanic tubes going towards the center of the earth.

What's Included

Professional guide in English and other languages upon request
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Private tour
Please note Lunch is not covered in a price for the vehicle

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up from your chosen accommodation. Please put the information about your Hotel address when booking this trip. Your private guide will present a greeting card with your name.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Borgarnes

    Borgarnes area has a multitude of natural sites to explore with breathtaking waterfalls, moss covered lava fields and sparkling rivers brimming with fresh trout and salmon. The town is built on a scenic headland jutting into the picturesque fjord of Borgarfjordur.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ytri Tunga Beach

    This unique beach stands out because of its shiny sand different from the usual black sand found at other beaches in Iceland. You will be surrounded by peace and serenity at Ytri Tunga beach. Apart from its picturesque beauty, Ytri Tunga is highly known among the locals for seal watching.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Budakirkja

    The Búðakirkja Church is a small wooden church erected on the southern shore of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula – where road 54 turns from the sea towards the mountains. It sits as a strong colour contrast against the backdrop of the Snæfellsjökull glacier, highlighted by its colour on its white vestry, and this makes it the most photographed church in Iceland.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Stone Bridge

    Time for a walk along the coastline to find its hidden gem - Miðgjá Stone Bridge, a natural rock arch that frames the ocean, and feel the mythic charm of Snaefellsnes.

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Arnarstapi

    Arnarstapi is a village on the southern side of the Snæfellsnes peninsula, once a fishing hub and now a place for travellers to refuel before entering Snæfellsjökull National Park. The area has several old and charming houses with interesting stories to them and is renowned for its beautiful nature.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Djupalonssandur Beach

    Known for its rock formations, this beach is one of the most stunning places to explore in the west of Iceland. Everything about this place is captivating, especially the black sands and colossal rock formations, volcanic landscapes, and remains of the Epine GY7.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7
    Snaefellsjokull National Park & Glacier

    One of the 3 national parks in the country, Snæfellsjökull National Park, is perhaps the most accessible from the country’s capital. You’ll find rolling landscapes scattered with unforgettable natural attractions and rugged scenery.

    45 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 8
    Ólafsvík

    Our tours are tailor made, Lunch brake is really up to you. We do reccomend Ólasvik as one go to lunch places on this route.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Ólafsvík

    Ólafsvík is a lovely little fishing town on the north side of the Snæfellsnes peninsula with a population of some 1,100 people. As in every town and village in Iceland, you will find a museum here in Ólafsvík, a folk museum located in an old, preserved storehouse, dating back to 1844.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Kirkjufell Mountain

    Kirkjufell Mountain (Church Mountain) in Iceland is a mountain with a volcanic rock that sits in the west of the country, on the scenic Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Due to its unusual arrow-shaped peak and distinct coastal location, Kirkjufell is said to be the most photographed mountain in Iceland.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 11
    Iceland

    Our Tours are tailor made. Some of the stops can be shortened or prelongated if this is your wish. Our driver guide will take you to some hidden gems during this route. Driving times vary between stops. The total duration of driving in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula is around 5 hours.

    5 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • If the car child seat is needed, please provide age of the child.
Supplied by ICELIMO LUXURY TRAVEL

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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