Discover the scenic beauty of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula on a 12-hour minibus tour of the west of Iceland. Marvel at epic landscapes of lava beaches, jagged cliffs and high mountains. See the basalt pillars of Hellnar, travel up Kirkjufell and more.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Reserve now & pay later: Keep your travel plans flexible—book your spot and pay nothing today.
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Duration 12 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Pickup included: Pick-up offered at selected hotels and official bus stops in central Reykjavik only

Highlights

Explore the rugged cliffs of Arnarstapi
Drive around the Snæfellsjökull glacier
Marvel at the endless fields of lava in the west of Iceland
Experience the wilderness of Kirkjufell mountain
Get lucky and see some seals at Ytri Tunga beach

Full description

Discover an oasis of tranquility in the west of Iceland and journey back to the land of myriad secrets and ancient landscapes on this small group tour. Make your way to the dramatic Snæfellsnes Peninsula, where mangled lava fields reveal the stresses and destruction the land once endured. Marvel at volcanic rocks of unimaginable shapes as they flare up in twisted forms from the earth. Take a walk beside the jagged cliffs of Arnarstapi and see the beautiful arcs of Hellnar, where pillars of basalt slowly ascend from the unforgiving sea. Take in the stunning backdrop of the summit of the Snæfellsjökull glacier. Journey along roads less traveled to find beaches of lava and smooth volcanic rock at Djupalónssandur. End on the north side of the peninsula at the high mountain of Kirkjufell. Then, journey back to Reykjavik with a new sense of calm and positive energy. Along the way, benefit from the extensive knowledge and experience of the guides. They will share not only the must-see sites but local knowledge, great stories and personal recommendations to make the most of your time in Iceland.

Includes

Bus fare
Guided tour

Meals and drinks

Covid-19 precautions

You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned

Important information

What to bring

Cash

Know before you go

The duration of the tour is 12 hours
The maximum group size is 15 people
Meals and drinks are not included in the tour

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 135 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.8/5
Transportation
4.5/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Safety
4.9/5

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I already did the tour in summer and even now in winter it was a completely different one. We were extremely lucky with the weather and the scenery was just a dream! Our guide had a lot to tell about the area, took us to each station and was just as wonderful as a photographer. All in all a long but beautiful tour that MUST be done when visiting Iceland.

November 24, 2021

Unfortunately, several groups had to be swept together in a large bus. This bus also had a breakdown, which meant that the excursion for us only ended at 21:00! And we had to get up at 3 AM to go home. Received an email with an apology and a proposal to do another excursion with a 50% discount. Useless because we went home. Nothing but praise for the guide about the excursion itself! The places he showed were also beautiful and impressive. I wonder if we'll get some sort of compensation...

November 17, 2021

It was one of the best experiences ever! We had great guides in Luis and Armando. Those guys are hilarious, keep the mood light and make it easy even for the nervous to take on the activity confidently. Would certainly recommend these guys as your guides. Thank you Adventure Vikings for making this experience very special.

October 2, 2021

Reykjavik: Snaefellsnes & Mt. Kirkjufell Guided Minibus Tour

Reykjavik: Snaefellsnes & Mt. Kirkjufell Guided Minibus Tour

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