Snaefellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour from Reykjavik
by BusTravel Iceland
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This full-day bus tour from Reykjavik lasts about 11 hours and includes a professional English-speaking guide. The trip heads west to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, known for its volcanic landscapes and coastal scenery. The first stop is Berserkjahraun, a rough lava field formed over 4,000 years ago, notable for its connection to Icelandic sagas. Next, the tour visits Kirkjufell Mountain and the nearby Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall. Well-maintained paths allow walking around this famous mountain, providing photo opportunities of the natural surroundings. Then the group travels to Snæfellsjökull National Park, which features the glacier-capped Snæfellsjökull volcano, rugged coastlines, lava fields, and hiking trails. The park also contains historical sites like ancient fishing villages and Viking settlements. At Dritvik and Djúpalónssandur, participants will see a black sand beach that once served as a fishing area. Remains of a British trawler wreck lie on the shore, and visitors can try lifting heavy stones that were once used to test fishermen's strength. The tour also includes viewing two tall rock pinnacles rising from the ocean, volcanic basalt plugs measuring 75 and 61 meters high. The stop at Arnarstapi offers a walk along the coastline with sea cliffs and seabird colonies in a village with Viking-era history. Ytri Tunga Beach features golden sand and is known for offshore seal colonies. Finally, the tour concludes with a short photo stop at Budakirkja, a small black church located in a remote setting. Pickup is available for an extra fee, and food and drinks are not included unless specified.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Berserkjahraun Lava Field
The rough and wild lava field of Berserkjahraun was formed over 4000 years ago. It is a typical Icelandic landscape and appears in several medieval Icelandic sagas.
15 min
Kirkjufell Mountain
Kirkjufell is Iceland’s most famous mountain. Alongside the nearby Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall, it offers excellent photo opportunities. Well-maintained paths allow visitors to walk around and view the area.
30 min
Snaefellsjokull National Park & Glacier
Located on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, this national park features the glacier-capped Snæfellsjökull volcano and diverse landscapes including rugged coastlines and lava fields. The park was established in 2001 and contains hiking trails, ancient fishing villages, and Viking settlements.
60 min
Dritvik and Djupalonssandur
The black sand beach of Djúpalónssandur was once a fishing hub but is now empty of boats. Visitors can see the remains of a British trawler wreck on the shore and try lifting stones used historically to test fishermen’s strength.
30 min
Rock Pinnacles
Two volcanic basalt rock pinnacles rise from the Arctic Ocean, measuring 75 and 61 meters tall. These natural formations are notable geological features.
15 min
Arnarstapi Village
This small Icelandic fishing village has Viking-era history. A coastal walk here features sea cliffs and a variety of seabirds, providing opportunities for photography and observing natural scenery.
30 min
Ytri Tunga Beach
Unlike Djúpalónssandur, this beach has golden sand and is known for seal colonies seen on rocks offshore.
15 min
Budakirkja
Budir Black Church is a small, isolated church that stands out against the desolate landscape. It is a popular spot for photographs during this brief stop.
10 min
Meeting point
Tour Bus Stop 12, Höfðatorg, Þórunnartún 1 (64.144389,-21.910327)
End point
Tour Bus Stop 12, Höfðatorg, Þórunnartún 1 (64.144389,-21.910327)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Snaefellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour from Reykjavik
by BusTravel Iceland
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$286Overview
This full-day bus tour from Reykjavik lasts about 11 hours and includes a professional English-speaking guide. The trip heads west to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, known for its volcanic landscapes and coastal scenery. The first stop is Berserkjahraun, a rough lava field formed over 4,000 years ago, notable for its connection to Icelandic sagas. Next, the tour visits Kirkjufell Mountain and the nearby Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall. Well-maintained paths allow walking around this famous mountain, providing photo opportunities of the natural surroundings. Then the group travels to Snæfellsjökull National Park, which features the glacier-capped Snæfellsjökull volcano, rugged coastlines, lava fields, and hiking trails. The park also contains historical sites like ancient fishing villages and Viking settlements. At Dritvik and Djúpalónssandur, participants will see a black sand beach that once served as a fishing area. Remains of a British trawler wreck lie on the shore, and visitors can try lifting heavy stones that were once used to test fishermen's strength. The tour also includes viewing two tall rock pinnacles rising from the ocean, volcanic basalt plugs measuring 75 and 61 meters high. The stop at Arnarstapi offers a walk along the coastline with sea cliffs and seabird colonies in a village with Viking-era history. Ytri Tunga Beach features golden sand and is known for offshore seal colonies. Finally, the tour concludes with a short photo stop at Budakirkja, a small black church located in a remote setting. Pickup is available for an extra fee, and food and drinks are not included unless specified.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Berserkjahraun Lava Field
The rough and wild lava field of Berserkjahraun was formed over 4000 years ago. It is a typical Icelandic landscape and appears in several medieval Icelandic sagas.
15 min
Kirkjufell Mountain
Kirkjufell is Iceland’s most famous mountain. Alongside the nearby Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall, it offers excellent photo opportunities. Well-maintained paths allow visitors to walk around and view the area.
30 min
Snaefellsjokull National Park & Glacier
Located on the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, this national park features the glacier-capped Snæfellsjökull volcano and diverse landscapes including rugged coastlines and lava fields. The park was established in 2001 and contains hiking trails, ancient fishing villages, and Viking settlements.
60 min
Dritvik and Djupalonssandur
The black sand beach of Djúpalónssandur was once a fishing hub but is now empty of boats. Visitors can see the remains of a British trawler wreck on the shore and try lifting stones used historically to test fishermen’s strength.
30 min
Rock Pinnacles
Two volcanic basalt rock pinnacles rise from the Arctic Ocean, measuring 75 and 61 meters tall. These natural formations are notable geological features.
15 min
Arnarstapi Village
This small Icelandic fishing village has Viking-era history. A coastal walk here features sea cliffs and a variety of seabirds, providing opportunities for photography and observing natural scenery.
30 min
Ytri Tunga Beach
Unlike Djúpalónssandur, this beach has golden sand and is known for seal colonies seen on rocks offshore.
15 min
Budakirkja
Budir Black Church is a small, isolated church that stands out against the desolate landscape. It is a popular spot for photographs during this brief stop.
10 min
Meeting point
Tour Bus Stop 12, Höfðatorg, Þórunnartún 1 (64.144389,-21.910327)
End point
Tour Bus Stop 12, Höfðatorg, Þórunnartún 1 (64.144389,-21.910327)
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.