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Join a Snaefellsnes Peninsula tour and witness the incredible variety of Iceland’s west coast in a single day. This private 14-hour day tour from Reykjavik or Keflavik Airport is perfect for travelers who want to maximize their day in Iceland to enjoy mountains, black beaches, waterfalls, and coastal villages.
With a private Snaefellsnes tour, a local guide takes care of the driving and planning, letting you enjoy the region’s top sights in comfort and ease.
Your Snaefellsnes Peninsula day tour begins with a private pickup from Reykjavik or Keflavik Airport. Your driver-guide welcomes you into a comfortable vehicle for a drive through West Iceland.
The first stop is Gerduberg Cliffs, a striking wall of hexagonal basalt columns. Walk along the base for photos and admire how volcanic forces carved this natural fortress.
The next stop of your Snaefellsnes Peninsula tour is Ytri Tunga Beach, one of Iceland’s few golden sand beaches. Walk along the shore and watch seals resting on the rocks, their smooth coats shining in the sunlight.
Continuing west, you’ll stop at the Budakirkja Church, a small black wooden chapel standing alone in a lava field. Its simple design and striking contrast against the landscape make it a great spot for photos.
The Snaefellsnes tour continues to Arnarstapi, a fishing village framed by rugged cliffs and the stone arch Gatklettur. Stroll to the nearby viewpoint for striking views of the Atlantic and the coastal landscape.
A short drive from Arnarstapi leads to Londrangar Viewpoint, where two tall rock spires rise from the coast. Walk the marked path for close-up photos of seabirds nesting on the cliffs and the waves crashing below.
Djupalonssandur, a black pebble beach with shipwreck remains and old “lifting stones” once used by fishermen, is also part of the itinerary. Try lifting the stones or walking along the shore to spot the rusted pieces of the wreck.
You'll head to Saxholl Crater and climb the staircase to the top of this ancient volcano for sweeping views of lava fields stretching toward the distant Snaefellsjokull Glacier.
Afterward, visit the bright orange Svortuloft Lighthouse perched on black lava cliffs. From here, you can watch powerful waves crash against the rugged shoreline.
As the day continues, Skardsvik Beach surprises with its golden sand surrounded by dark lava formations.
Further along, Kirkjufell Mountain appears ahead, its cone-shaped peak reflected beside the Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall. Walk around for photos of the mountain and falls, or take a moment to admire this iconic Icelandic landmark.
The drive then takes you through Kolgrafafjordur Fjord, offering peaceful views of calm waters and snow-dusted mountains. Along the way, you’ll stop at Selvallafoss Waterfall to walk behind its curtain of water. Then, visit the Stykkisholmur Shipwreck, a quiet tribute to the region’s maritime past.
After a full day of exploring, return to Reykjavik in comfort, carrying lasting memories of Snaefellsnes Peninsula.
Capture the essence of Iceland on this private Snaefellsnes Peninsula tour from Reykjavik, where glaciers, cliffs, and beaches come together in one memorable route. Check availability now by choosing a date.
