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A 7-hour day-trip to the scenic peninsula of Reykjanes to satisfy any photographer, wildlife observer, urban or rural explorer, and casual tourist looking for a fresh take on Iceland. Find yourself between the continents, seek ghosts and hidden creatures, enjoy lakes in volcanic craters, see freshly solidified lava from the last volcanic eruption and marvel at the multi-colored peninsula yet to be fully explored by travelers. Tour includes round-trip transportation from central Reykjavik with a professional guide and is limited to a max of 17 people. Optional drop-off at the Blue Lagoon or Keflavik Airport is available.
Notice: Volcanic Activity in Reykjanes Peninsula
Please be aware that this route may be changed due to volcanic activity in the region, resulting in longer driving times. In rare cases, some sections may be unavailable and will be replaced by alternative routes.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Some of the center hotels are located in the restricted area where we aren't allowed to drive. Please find your hotel below and meet us at it's designated bus stop. Thank you for understanding.
PLEASE NOTE: These bus stops for tour buses are not the same as the bus stops for city buses. The tour bus stops have a blue pillar with pink bus sign at the top and the number and name of the bus stop. The city bus stops have a yellow "S" in a red circle (S as Strætó - city bus). Please do not wait at the city bus stops!
Once you submit/confirm with us a specific bus stop, please meet us exactly at that bus stop and not any other.
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Bus stop 1 – Ráðhúsið – City Hall:
Center Hotels Plaza
Downtown Hostel
Hotel Reykjavik Centrum
Iceland Parliament Hotel
Kvosin Downtown Hotel
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Bus stop 3 – Lækjargata (near the Hard Rock Café):
Alva Apartments
Apotek Hotel
City Center hotel
Hotel Borg
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
Radisson Blu 1919
Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel
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Bus Stop 4 - Miðbakki
Black Pearl Apartment Hotel
Exeter Hotel
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Bus stop 6 – Safnahúsið – The Culture House (corner of Ingolfsstraeti and Hverfisgata:
101 Hotel
Canopy by Hilton Reykjavik City Centre
Center Hotels Arnarhvoll
Center Hotels Skjaldbreid
Hotel Frón
Loft Hostel
Thingholt by Center Hotels
Vintage Hotel Apartments
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Hallgrímskirkja (Bus Stop 8)
B47 Hostel
Baron's Hostel
Hotel Holt
Hotel Odinsve
Leifur Eiriksson
Reykjavik Downtown Hotel
Sunna Guesthouse
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Bus stop 9 – Snorrabraut:
100 Iceland Hotel
4th Floor Hotel
Alfred's Apartments
Center Hotels Laugavegur
Hotel Vera
Hotel Von
Laugavegur Apartments
Skuggi Hotel
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Bus stop 12 – Höfðatorg (in front of Fosshotel Reyjavik):
- Storm Hotel
- Fosshótel Reykjavík
- Tower Suites
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Bus stop 13 – Rauðarástígur (in front of Centerhotel Miðgarður):
- Centerhotel Miðgarður
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Bus stop 14 - Skúlagata (corner of Skúlagata/Klappastígur)
41 - A Townhouse Hotel
Alfred's Studios
Ion City Hotel
Reykjavik Residence Hotel
Reykjavik Residence Suites
Sandhotel
The Swan House
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Bus Stop 15, Vesturbugt:
- Reykjavík Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
- Grandi by Center Hotels
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BSÍ Bus Terminal:
Travel Inn
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If your accomodation is located more than 10minutes walking from our pick up locations, you can contact us directly though Viator chat or send us an an email. We will try to arrange the best pick up location for you.
Itinerary
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Reykjanes Peninsula (Pass by)
Head southwest from the capital and have your cameras ready as you will be passing by the president's house and old fishermen's houses in Hafnafjordur to finally reach our Reykjanes Peninsula - a land of volcanoes and geothermal activity.
Admission ticket free -
1Kleifarvatn Lake
Stop to admire the picturesque lake Kleifarvatn. Keep a look out, as this water is rumored to be hiding odd creatures in its depths.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Grænavatn
Grænavatn translates to a green lake which was formed by a volcanic crater. It gets its green color from high content of sulfur and considerable depth (ca 45 m).
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Geothermal Area Krysuvik
Take a walk between bubbling hot springs on a colorful hillside.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Gunnuhver Hot Springs
Experience one of a kind geothermal area of mud pools with a ghost story embedded in its past.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Grindavik
Experience the dramatic landscape around Grindavík, where you can witness the newly formed lava fields and the eerie, abandoned city that was once a thriving community.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Reykjanes Lighthouse
Spot the Iceland´s oldest lighthouse Reykjanesviti and admire amazing rock formations of the Valahnúkamöl ridge
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Bridge Between Continents
Finally, find yourself between Europe and North America over a major fissure called the Mid Atlantic Ridge.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to the driving restrictions in Reykjavík, we cannot guarantee a hotel pickup from all hotels. In case your hotel is located in the restricted area, we will ask you to meet us at a designated bus stop, which is never more than few minutes walking distance.
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to the driving restrictions in Reykjavík, we cannot guarantee a hotel pickup from all hotels. In case your hotel is located in the restricted area, we will ask you to meet us at a designated bus stop, which is never more than few minutes walking distance.
- Please notify us about your drop off location (Blue Lagoon / Keflavik airport / Reykjavik) and luggage while making the booking.
- Please notify us in case you want us to provide a child seat / in case you are travelling with service animal.
- Food and drinks are not included in the price of the tour, however, stops for refreshments are made where you can purchase a meal, or you can bring your own on the bus
- Solid, warm, and waterproof shoes, as well as warm rain and windproof outdoor clothing, is recommended.
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- The tour operates with minimum 5 adult participants.
- Note: This route has changed due to volcanic activity in the region, resulting in longer driving times. In rare cases, some sections may be unavailable and will be replaced by alternative routes. More information on our website: www.gtice.is
- Winter: in case there is a heavy snow fall in winter, it can happen that the road along Kleifarvatn, Krýsuvík and Grænavat is closed. In that case, we reserve the right to alter the route and include additional stops instead.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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