About this experience
A private day on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often called Iceland in miniature, just for your group. Your driver-guide picks you up at your Reykjavik accommodation with a VAREN name tablet and helps with your bags.
Watch harbour seals on the rocks at Ytri Tunga and see the lone black church at Búðir. Step into the Rauðfeldsgjá gorge, walk to the Gatklettur sea arch at Arnarstapi and visit the black pebble cove of Djúpalónssandur with its shipwreck remains. Climb the stairs of Saxhóll Crater and end the day at Kirkjufell, the arrowhead mountain above the fjord.
Your guide shares stories, sagas and practical tips along the way. Stay longer where you like; the day is yours. Water on request.
Choose a private sedan for 1-3 travellers or a private van for up to 8. One price per vehicle, not per person.
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr–11 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr–11 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please bring warm, waterproof clothes and comfortable shoes with good grip.
What is included
- Parking fees and local taxes
- Pickup and drop-off at your Reykjavik accommodation or cruise terminal
- Private Snaefellsnes tour in a private sedan or van, just for your group
- Bottled water on request
- USB charging on board
- VAREN name tablet and help with your luggage
- Friendly English-speaking local driver-guide
Not included
- Lunch and snacks (we stop where you can buy food)
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Start
Not all Icelandic beaches are black — this one glows golden. Seals often rest on the nearby rocks, and the calmness of the sea makes it feel like time slows down here.
A small black church stands quietly among mossy lava and wide skies. It’s a place that feels peaceful, still, and full of space to breathe. There’s something comforting about its quiet defiance.
Viewpiont. The glacier rises in the distance — silent, steady, almost timeless. On a clear day, you can see it from Reykjavík. Being near it feels like being near something ancient and strong.
A narrow gorge splits the mountain like a secret. You can walk inside, step by step through shallow water. It’s quiet, cool, and feels like you’ve entered a place meant only for you.
Arches, Cliffs, and the Sound of the Sea. Here, the ocean has sculpted the rocks into shapes you won’t forget. The sea cliffs are alive with birds, the waves echo through the arch — it’s wild and beautiful.
Stones, Stories, and the Open Ocean. A beach of black pebbles and old shipwrecks. The sea roars, and nearby stones once tested young men’s strength. You’ll feel small in the best way.
Where Nature Took Over Again. Crater-shaped hills covered in soft moss. Once a farm, now just grass and silence. It’s easy to walk here and easier to feel far away from everything else.
A Crater You Can Climb. A short path takes you to the top of this red volcanic crater. From there, the views stretch far in every direction. A perfect spot to take a deep breath and just look.
Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfoss – Iceland’s Picture-Perfect Pair
One of the most photographed places in the country — and for good reason. The mountain and waterfall stand side by side like they’ve always belonged together. Simple, striking, unforgettable.
Drop off at your hotel.
Meeting and pickup information
- Enter your Reykjavik accommodation or cruise terminal at checkout. Your guide meets you there with a VAREN name tablet and helps with your luggage. Pickup is available anywhere in the Capital Area.
Languages and tickets
- English — Audio
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Varen
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- You will receive a booking confirmation right after you book.
- Please count everyone in your group, including children and infants, as everyone needs their own seat.
- Arriving by cruise ship? This is a long day, so please check your ship's all-aboard time before you book. We plan the start time and the route around it, so you are back at the port well before all-aboard time.
- The tour involves easy walks on uneven paths that can be wet or icy, so it is not suitable for guests with serious mobility limitations.
- At Djúpalónssandur, strong waves can run far up the beach without warning. Please stay well back from the water and follow your guide's advice.
- Please bring warm, waterproof clothes and comfortable shoes with good grip.
- Children of all ages are welcome. Parents or guardians look after their children during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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