Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour

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If we at BusTravel Iceland were to bring out a “Greatest hits of Iceland” album we would probably call it the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and it would be a blend of smooth jazz and upbeat dance hits.

Duration
11 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Season
All year
Minimum age
2 years
Getting there
Pickup available
Group size
Up to 25
Book by
15 minutes before
Cancellation
Free up to 24 h before

from

17.490 ISK

per adults

Check dates & book

Next departures

  • Thu 1 Oct · 08:00
  • Thu 1 Oct · 09:00
  • Fri 2 Oct · 08:00
  • Fri 2 Oct · 09:00

Runs: All year

  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
  • No account needed

The Grapevine's take

Snæfellsnes Peninsula

The Snæfellsnes peninsula is often referred to as “Iceland In Miniature.” Why? Well, a one-day road trip grants you access to essentially every notorious Icelandic topography in one spot, including a sub-glacial volcano, ancient lava fields, geothermal hot springs, black sand beaches, waterfalls, canyons, and, of course, the Snæfellsjökull glacier. Follow Route 54 to circle around the area, but make sure to check out Stykkishólmur—it’s a gem of a coastal fishing village. You can easily make it there and back again from Reykjavík in twelve hours.

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Prices

Adults16+ years17.490 ISK
Child2 - 11 years8.745 ISK
Youth12 - 15 years13.118 ISK

Prices for the next departure, checked Wed 30 Sept. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.

About this tour

If we at BusTravel Iceland were to bring out a “Greatest hits of Iceland” album we would probably call it the Snæfellsnes Peninsula and it would be a blend of smooth jazz and upbeat dance hits.

This beautiful part of our island sits on the other side of the Faxaflói bay, to the North West of the city of Reykjavik and is a location that any diehard fan of Iceland should be adding to their list of things to see. Not only does this location have black sand beaches to rival the southern coast, a national park that could give Þingvellir a run for its money and of course it’s very own glacier but it also has a lot of charm that will be sure to win your heart. No matter what your tastes are as a traveller, Snæfellsnes is guaranteed to have something for you. 

Literary fans will recognise many locations from the Jules Verne novel “Journey to the centre of the earth” that was based here. Alongside the film, it inspired in 2008 also called “Journey to the Center of the Earth” starring Brendan Fraser which actually used the real Snæfellsjökull volcano in the film.

The tour covers some of Snæfellsnes biggest highlights such as the majestic Mt Kirkjufell and Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall,the seals at Ytri Tunga beach, Djúpalónssandur stunning beach, beautifully sculpted Lóndrangar pinnacles, Arnarstapi harbor and sea cliffs, Búðir Black Church, along with other surprises our guides pull out of their sleeve. 



What's included

  • Professional guide
  • Free WiFi

What to bring

  • Warm, water- and windproof clothing are always useful in Iceland.
  • All tickets are e-tickets so there is no need to print them out.

Good to know

  • The duration of the tour is 11 hours
  • There is no food included on this tour but there will be stops where you are able to purchase food

Pickup and meeting point

Pickup is available: choose a pickup point when you book, or meet the operator here.

Bus Stop # 12 (opposite Storm Hotel)Þórunnartún 6, Reykjavík

Map of Bus Stop # 12 (opposite Storm Hotel)Open in Google Maps

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.

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

Questions

How long is Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour?
About 11 hours, not counting pickup.
How much does Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour cost?
From 17.490 ISK. Adults (16+ years): 17.490 ISK. Child (2 - 11 years): 8.745 ISK. Youth (12 - 15 years): 13.118 ISK. Prices are per person unless the category says otherwise, and can change with the date.
Is hotel pickup included?
Pickup is available: you choose a pickup point when you book, or meet the operator at the start.
What is the minimum age?
2 years.
When does it run?
All year round. Departures are listed for the next twelve months.
Can I cancel?
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
How hard is it?
The operator rates it easy.

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