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Private Exploration of The Snæfellsnes Peninsula

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10 to 12 hours (approx.)
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Overview

The peninsula of Snæfellsnes is usually called "Iceland in miniature". It is a small piece of land in the western part of Iceland, and still offers all the different types of landscapes one can find in Iceland: Waterfalls, volcanic craters, glacier, lava fields, lakes, and more ...

On this tour, your guide will show you all the highlights of the peninsula. An amazing journey through volcanic history and Icelandic sagas.

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Parking Fees
  • Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
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Kirkjufell Mountain

Kirkjufell means "Church mountain". It is a stand-alone mountain located in a bay near the fishing village of Grundarfjörður.It is actually the most photographed mountain in Iceland, and you will understand why when you will get the chance to capture that mountain and the nearby waterfall within a single picture.Mount Kirkjufell became even more famous than it used to be after being featured in the tv show: Game of Thrones, where it is referred to as: The "arrow head mountain".
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Djupalonssandur Beach

Probably the second most popular black sand beach in Iceland just after Reynisfjara.Djúpalónssandur is not only the place of the most incredible rock formations, but it is also the whole atmosphere that makes this beach so unique.From the stones lying on the beach that were used to test the strength of the aspirant fishermen to the rusty remains of shipwrecks scattered all over the place, Djúpalónssandur is full of history
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Arnarstapi

Arnarstapi is a fishing village on the peninsula of Snæfellsnes.Once you get there, you will be greeted by Bárður Snæfellsás, the first settler and guardian of the peninsula.But really, this village is famous for its shoreline and it abrupt cliffs falling into the Atlantic Ocean.
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Snaefellsjokull National Park & Glacier (pass by)

At the tip of the peninsula culminates an impressive stratovolcano covered by the glacier of Snæfellsjökull.This volcano/glacier, central to the national park of the same name is the volcano where actually takes place the original story of "Journey to the center of the earth" by Jules Verne. We will be driving around it during our commute between places of interest.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The tour takes 10 to 12 hours including driving times between places and lunch

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Exploration of The Snæfellsnes Peninsula?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Parking Fees
  • Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The tour takes 10 to 12 hours including driving times between places and lunch
  • The itinerary will include more visits than listed on the itinerary. We only listed the highlights, your guide will be in charge of showing you more.

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