Snaefellsnes, Mt. Kirkjufell & Black Sand Beach Small-Group Tour
Description
Experience the range of Icelandic natural beauty in just one area—the wonderfully diverse Snæfellsnes Peninsula in a small bus. In this tour, we will visit the charming fishing villages of Berserk Lava Field, Arnarstapi, Mt. Eldborg, beautiful mountains and volcanic craters such as Kirkjufell and Ljósufjöll, the black beach at Djúpalónssandur, the majestic glacier Snæfellsjökull.
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Itinerary
Kirkjufell Mountain is a famous mountain of Snaefellsnes. There is also a waterfall nearby which can be visited.
Snæfellsjökull National Park, located on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in western Iceland, is renowned for its stunning landscapes and geological features. Established in 2001, the park is dominated by the Snæfellsjökull volcano, topped by a glacier and famously featured in Jules Verne's *Journey to the Center of the Earth*. The park includes rugged coastlines, lava fields, and diverse flora and fauna, offering hiking trails and breathtaking views. It also contains cultural and historical sites, such as ancient fishing villages and Viking settlements, making it a popular destination for nature and history enthusiasts.
At this location are you surrounded by a lava field. The beach contains of very round stones and you'll have a great view on Snaefellsjokull in good weather conditions.
Amazing rock formation in the ocean, the rocks are 75 and 61 meters tall and make you feel like you are in the country of elves and trolls.
Arnarstapi is a small fishing village that sits at the base of the Stapafell mountain in the Snæfellsnes peninsula. The place names of the villages in this region originate from the Icelandic sagas which are some of the oldest examples of literature to have com out of Europe. In particular the place names here draw from the saga of Bárðar who was a half man, half ogre said to have lived in this area. The beautiful walk along the coast will give you the chance to truly dip in into this amazing landscape
One of Iceland´s most iconic photo stops, the black church at Budir make for a striking photography subject.
At Ytri Tunga Beach is it possible to see seals from time to time.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our pickup can take up to 30 minutes so please wait at your pickup location from the time written on your ticket.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time, and re-boarding time
Reviews(231)
In late June, the Snaefellsnes Peninsula is misty, cloudy and a bit other-worldly. It can be incredibly wet and windy out there, so definitely dress in layers and bring waterproof gear! What truly made the day unforgettable was our tour guide, Dooley. He didn't just drive us around; he shared beautiful, personal stories about growing up in northern Iceland and sweet memories of his grandmother. It gave us a genuine glimpse into local life that you just can't get from a guidebook. The itinerary itself was well paced. We never felt rushed, yet no stop felt too long either. Plus, as anyone traveling around Iceland knows, logistics matter, and Dooley made sure there were plenty of restroom stops along the way. Overall, a fantastic small-group experience. Highly recommend!
Great value - you see lots of sights and the guides stop at multiple reststops so you're never feeling like you're without a washroom for too long.
The tour was beautiful despite the rainy weather! Denis, our guide, provided us with a lot of information in a humorous and warm manner and entertained us throughout the entire tour. Thank you!
Our guide, Alain, was so nice. he knows everything. He has perfect accent in English also he can speak several languages. thanks for your kind explanation
Fantastic tour and stunning locations! Tourguide was fun and had plenty of stories
Pretty cool trip, only problem is the restaurant at lunch witch is almost always fully reserved.
Dooley, very nice and kind man. Great experience
The journey is long but passes through magnificent places! The Addi was simply fantastic and even led us to a "secret spot"
A very enjoyable day and a highlight of Iceland. Dooley was an excellent tour guide who was very knowledgeable and friendly. Thanks for a great day
Our tour guide Dooley exceeded expectations. He provided us with information about the landscapes and Iceland itself throughout the trip. The excursion destinations were very beautiful places.
