Small Group 11-Hour Sightseeing Tour of Snaefellsnes with Transfer from Reykjavik

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Summary

Tour starts
Reykjavík
Duration
11 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Languages
English
Available
All year
Minimum age
None

Description

Immerse yourself in the beautiful sights of the Snaefellsnes peninsula by booking this incredible guided excursion. Those who love sightseeing and want to discover "Iceland in miniature" should book this small-group tour now.

Your tour starts when you are picked up from Reykjavik in a minibus by your expert English-speaking guide. You'll meet the other guests on this small group tour, which has a maximum of 19 passengers.

When you're sitting comfortably, you will head north out of the capital. Before reaching the Snæfellsnes peninsula, you will stop for refreshments in the charming, historic town of Borgarnes.

Borgarnes is a small town located on the west coast of Iceland, about 43 miles (70 kilometers) north of Reykjavik. It sits on a scenic peninsula and offers travelers a quiet place to stop while exploring the country.

Then it's on to the Snaefellsnes peninsula. The Snaefellsnes peninsula is often called "Miniature Iceland," as every type of natural feature that makes the country famous can be found here, including waterfalls, glaciers, volcanoes, lava fields, and hot springs.

The first feature you will admire is the cliff of Gerduberg. Here, you will find rows of hexagonal basalt columns shaped so perfectly that they don't seem natural. These are a perfect introduction to the fascinating examples of geology located across the peninsula.

You will see another geological wonder a little further down in the form of the basalt plugs.

Located by the charming fishing villages of Arnarstapi and Hellnar, this dramatic coastal formation is an excellent place for a short walk and one of the best bird-watching spots on the peninsula. You may see seals swimming in the sea here.

Just after this, you will enter Snaefellsjokull National Park. As the name suggests, this is the home of the mighty Snaefellsjokull glacier. Surrounded by lava fields and snow-capped throughout the year, it is a marvelous sight and a brilliant subject for photography.

On the northern shore, the peninsula's only mountain that compares to the Snaefellsjokull glacier's striking beauty is Kirkjufell mountain. This standalone peak has a charming adjacent waterfall and beautiful seascapes.

Standing at around 1,519 feet (463 meters), it has a distinct, cone-like shape, making it a favorite for photographers.

At the end of the tour, your driver will take you back to Reykjavik, ready to continue your adventures in Iceland or head home.

Enjoy this incredible experience exploring the beautiful natural sights of the Snaefellsnes peninsula. Book now to ensure that you do not miss them. Check availability by choosing a date.

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Included

Transfer from Reykjavik
Expert English-speaking guide
Live commentary on board

Activities

Sightseeing

What to bring

Warm, waterproof clothing
Good hiking shoes
Camera
Reusable water bottle
Snacks

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