About this experience
Discover West Iceland’s Snæfellsnes Peninsula of lava fields, black sand beaches, and fishing villages. This small-group experience goes beyond sightseeing with Icelandic sagas, legends, and history.
Highlights
- Admire Mount Kirkjufell and its waterfalls, one of Iceland’s iconic sights
- Photograph the Búðir Black Church and Ingjaldshólskirkja Red Church
- Look for seals resting along the shore at Ytri Tunga Beach
- Explore Arnarstapi, a charming fishing village with breathtaking sea cliffs
- Walk the black sands of Djúpalónssandur and hear ancient Icelandic sagas
What's included
- Pick-up and drop-off from Reykjavík
- Guaranteed small-group experience
- Professional English-speaking driver‑guide
- Free Wi‑Fi onboard
- Scenic drive through Berserkjahraun lava fields and Snæfellsjökull National Park
- Stops at Mount Kirkjufell, Djúpalónssandur, Arnarstapi, Ingjaldshólskirkja Red Church and Búðir Black Church
- Visit Ytri Tunga Beach for seal watching
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Set off from Reykjavik to explore the enchanting Snæfellsnes Peninsula, where Iceland’s dramatic landscapes await. Wind through lush, moss-covered lava fields, towering mountains, and picturesque black sand beaches.
Start with Kirkjufell Mountain, rising sharply from the sea, a perfect spot for photos alongside its nearby waterfall. Walk along the unique black pebble shores of Djúpalónssandur, where remnants of old shipwrecks lie, and hear stories from Iceland’s coastal past.
Next, explore the quiet fishing village of Arnarstapi, known for its rugged sea cliffs and the natural Miðgjá Stone Bridge. Continue to the 19th-century Búðakirkja, a stunning black church set against vast open land, and look for seals at Ytri Tunga beach. Travel through the historic Berserkjahraun lava fields, steeped in Viking lore, before a stop in Borgarnes for a taste of a local Icelandic hot dog.
End the day with a peaceful return to Reykjavik, carrying memories of Iceland’s striking natural wonders.
This relaxed tour invites you to take in the spectacular scenery of a region celebrated as "Little Iceland".
Terms & conditions
• Be sure to bring warm outdoor clothing, a waterproof jacket and pants, headwear, and gloves. Good hiking shoes are recommended
• Hiking shoes and a waterproof jacket and pants can be rented if you let the supplier know in advance. The rental fee is ISK 1,000 per item
• During the darkest winter months (December & January), Ytri Tunga will unfortunately not be visited on the tour as daylight is limited during this time period