Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour: Explore the 'Miniature Iceland' with Farm-Meal

Embark on a Snæfellsnes Peninsula tour and discover the wonders of ‘Miniature Iceland’. Explore diverse landscapes, visit iconic sites, and indulge in a delicious farm-to-table meal.

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Join us for an enchanting full-day journey to the Snaefellsnes Peninsula and its surroundings.

As we travel west from Reykjavik, we’ll encounter numerous lunar landscapes and volcanic vistas, culminating in the awe-inspiring Snæfellsjökull glacier.

This glacier crowns the active stratovolcano featured in Jules Verne’s sci-fi classic, ‘Journey to the Centre of the Earth’. You might have glimpsed its sparkling ice cap from across the bay in Reykjavik. The volcano is believed to possess mystical powers and is considered one of the earth’s seven main energy centers, so don’t be surprised if you feel an inexplicable spiritual energy in its presence.

The area boasts exceptional geological beauty, with craters, lava fields (some more recent than others), hidden coves, and unique rock formations waiting to be explored. Local legends and folklore are integral to this diverse tour.

The day wouldn’t be complete without a home-cooked Icelandic early evening meal and some local interaction, which are naturally included, along with light snacks and bottled Icelandic water.

This fantastic tour is perfect for observing volcanic phenomena, discovering Iceland’s dramatic coastline, and experiencing its spiritual and mystical aspects.

Points of Interest

  • Reykjavik Sightseeing
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide
  • Driver/guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Home-cooked dinner and local interaction
  • Free Wifi
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Embark on a journey through Snæfellsnes National Park, often referred to as the mini version of Iceland because of its varied landscape. You’ll get to witness the moss-covered Berserkjahraun and the quaint fishing village of Grundarfjörður, Kirkjufell mountain proudly standing amidst magnificent green hills and babbling brooks.

We further explore Djúpalónssandur, an impressive black lava stone beach providing great cliff views, before moving on to the hamlet of Arnarstapi. Here, you can enjoy an awe-inspiring vista of Snæfellsjökull glacier, a renowned location largely recognized for its mention in the novel ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’ where the main characters find the gateway to the center of our planet on Snæfellsjökull.

To end the day on a good note, a traditional Icelandic home-prepared feast along with a touch of local interaction is planned.

  • Dress according to weather. In Iceland it is always wise to dress in warm, waterproof clothes. Weather changes can be sudden so expect the unexpected. Bring a waterproof jacket and pants, headwear and gloves. Good outdoor shoes are recommended.
Location
Reykjavik Sightseeing
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Lily_h
Aug 27, 2023
Perfect way to see the Snaefellsnes Peninsula - Carlos G, our driver/guide from EastWest.is was knowledgeable and with a good sense of humor. He is also an excellent driver. The lunch at the local farm was delicious.
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Lars_h
Aug 7, 2023
Very good guide, with... - Very good guide, with good stories and knowledge about the peninsula and iceland in general. And we drove past at least as many beautiful spots as we stopped at, so its definately a place to revisit again with a rental car
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Cathi_s
Sep 8, 2022
Amazing trip, awesome guide! - Bjorn was an amazing guide! Yes, the scenery was stunning, but he made it come alive! I’ll be back 😁
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Amparo_j
Jul 31, 2022
Great tour!! - Beautiful landscapes and a eobdrrful waterfall!! Delicious lunch with cod fish!! Alex a great guide!!
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Angela_p
Dec 11, 2021
Amazing tour with an even more amazing tour guide - This was a fantastic tour. It was an incredible day seeing beautiful, mysterious places with an AMAZING tour guide Petra!! Petra made this tour special- her knowledge, wit, and stories were great! She was attentive and fun and went out of her way to take beautiful pictures of us at various locations. She is by far the best tour guide Ive had on my 2 trips to Iceland. Thank you Petra for an unforgettable experience!!
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Elisabeth_r
Dec 11, 2021
10/10 would recommend - Petra was our guide for this trip and she was absolutely amazing. She not only pointed out amazing points in the landscape but she told us all kinds of interesting stories, myths and legends, which made the whole trip so much more interesting. The scenery was beautiful and the bus was a comfortable ride. The meal at the end was delicious and really hit the spot at the end of a long day!!! I would 110% recommend this tour to anyone who wants to do something a little different.
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Caroline_a
Dec 9, 2021
This trip was amazing!... - This trip was amazing! Petra was our guide—she was funny, very personable and knowledgeable! She would help the group take the best pictures. The end of the day we tee treated to a home cooked meal which was DELICIOUS! I would definitely recommend this trip to everyone!
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Randiieb
Sep 13, 2021
Beautiful, Scenic, Humbling - Petra was my tour guide, she was incredibly knowledgeable about Iceland, and Icelandic culture. She was a very intuitive guide that took care of everybody, and played some lovely Icelandic music perfectly complimenting the scenic journey back after what was a very educational and active day. She made sure everyone had the regular breaks throughout the day and was kind enough to go the extra mile for people. I couldn't thank her enough for such a decent experience and I really wish her the very best on the rest of her journey. Mr.Biriah
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Cheryl_b
Aug 1, 2021
Great day! - Delicious farm meal and you can meet their horses. Petra, our guide was wonderful and informative. She kept everyone on time. Long day, but full of interesting locations.
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Mkucharikova1991
Feb 12, 2020
Good full day trip - It was a very pleasant day. We made multiple stops to see amazing sights. Trip was well organised and dinner tasty, we could also see horses. Gulli was very good guide. I would recommend this trip.
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