Reykjanes Geopark and Lava Landscapes

Main Sights:

• Reykjanes peninsula and driving through lava fields 
• Kleifarvatn, Grænavatn lakes 
• Krýsuvík geothermal area 
• The Bridge between the continents 
• Gunnuhver steaming mud pools 
• Reykjanesviti Lighthouse & bird cliffs 

Pickup time: 9:00 - 9:30 am

Duration: ca 7 hrs

Drop off options:

• KEF airport (ca 2:30 pm - suitable for flights at 4:00 pm and later) 
• Blue Lagoon (ca 2:45 pm - suitable for admissions at 3:00 pm - admissions not included in the price, please make your own reservation) 
• Reykjavík (ca 3:30 pm)

Description:

Included in UNESCO Global Geopark, Reykjanes is truly a gem. But this crucible of geothermal energy, seismic activity, and tectonic movements is hidden in plain sight. It is a welcome sign to many tourists who come and visit Iceland by plane, and as such Reykjanes is often unjustly overlooked. Until now.

We will start our tour by visiting two beautiful lakes: Kleifarvatn and Grænavatn. Both of them being spectacular places for photographers to explore and everyone else to enjoy. Have we mentioned there are rumors of odd creatures hiding in their depths?

Prepare to be amazed when facing multicolored hills of Krýsuvík, before coming back north and continuing your way to Keflavík, where we take a lunch break (lunch not included in the price).

Then you will be able to find yourself between two continents for a moment by walking across the Bridge between continents. 

Finally, will go to discover Gunnuhver - geothermal area of mud pools with a ghost story embedded in its past. For those of you interested in urban development, you will get to see Iceland’s most popular lighthouse - Reykjanesviti.

This tour can be perfect for your last day as it combines a relatively unexplored part of Iceland with transfers to either the international airport or the Blue Lagoon. And if you would rather head back to Reykjavík, you are left with plenty of daytime to enjoy the capital after we drop you off back at your hotel/downtown Reykjavík.


Notice: Volcanic Activity in Reykjanes Peninsula

Please be aware that this route has changed due to volcanic activity in the region, resulting in longer driving times. 

In rare cases, some sections may be unavailable and will be replaced by alternative routes.

Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities. We appreciate your understanding during these extraordinary circumstances.

Thank you for your patience and support.

• Pickup and drop-off from designated bus stops and hotels
• Professional and local driver/guide
• Live commentary on board
• Small-group tour (tour operated exclusively on minibuses with a maximum of 19 passengers)

• Outdoor clothes, preferably the wind and waterproof, solid shoes

• Gateway to Iceland reserves the right to delay, alter or cancel any tour due to weather or any other unsafe conditions for the safety of our clients. 
• All departures require a minimum number of participants in order to operate; 4 adults.
• Winter version: in case there is a heavy snow fall in winter, it can happen that the road along Kleifarvatn, Krýsuvík and Grænavatn is closed. In that case, other additional stops will be included.

For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.

For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*

*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.

Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io