--- title: Snaefellsnes NP Small-Group Tour with Local Lunch from Reykjavik lang: en type: tour city: Reykjavik country: Iceland price: 212 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.85 reviews: 55 duration_minutes: 660 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 9 of 15 (Snaefellsnes Peninsula Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/snaefellsnes-np-small-group-tour-with-local-lunch-from-reykjavik/ --- # Snaefellsnes NP Small-Group Tour with Local Lunch from Reykjavik In our comparison: #9 of 15 in Snaefellsnes Peninsula Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Snaefellsnes National Park tour from Reykjavik - personalized experience with local meal included. Group size is 17 max. This fascinating journey is culminating right about the halfway point at the mighty 1,450 meter Snæfellsjökull volcano glacier - made famous in the novel "Journey to the Center of the Earth''. After crossing the Hvalfjörður through a 6 km underwater tunnel, you will visit small towns and fishing villages, see spectacular bird cliffs by the sea and beaches. On the northern side, we also stop by the picturesque church-shaped mountain Kirkjufell, which is accompanied by a wonderful little waterfall on the other side of the road. At Djúpalónssandur beach (may not be accessible in winter) we will allow those who feel up to it to try strength with the Stones of Trial. The whole journey of Snæfellsnes peninsula circles around Snæfellsjökull glacier volcano which you can admire from several stops on the tour. Please note: the tour does not go on the glacier itself. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** Hotel pickup included ## Key facts - Price: from €212 per person - Duration: 11h - Rating: 4.85/5 from 55 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Gateway to Iceland - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 08:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.85 from 55 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 53 of 55. - 5 stars: 49 (89%) - 4 stars: 4 (7%) - 3 stars: 2 (4%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Lunch - Tour operated exclusively on minibuses, max 17 passengers - Pickup and drop-off from designated bus stops & hotels - Live commentary on board - Professional & Local Driver-guide ## Not included - Food other than lunch and drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Gerduberg basalt columns** (20m) - One of the first stops is to admire huge basalt columns called Gerduberg, they are so perfectly shaped into hexagons so they barely seem natural. (may not be accessible in winter) 2. **Ytri Tunga Beach** (30m) - Visit Ytri Tunga Beach, a hidden gem known for its resident seal colonies. Observe these playful creatures in their natural habitat and capture memorable photos. 3. **Arnarstapi** (30m) - You will visit this charming fishing village and admire the unusual sea rock formations with a lot of bird life. 4. **Lunch in a local restaurant - the best place in the whole of Iceland to try t...** (45m; admission included) - Lunch in a local restaurant - the best place in the whole of Iceland to try the lamb soup! 5. **Snaefellsjokull National Park & Glacier** (pass by, no stop) - The Snaefellsnes Peninsula is often called ‘Miniature Iceland’ as basically every type of natural feature that makes the country famous can be found here, including waterfalls, glaciers, volcanoes, lava fields, cliffs and wildlife. 6. **Kirkjufellsfoss** (20m) - Kirkjufellfoss is located by the Kirkjufell mountain (it is the same stop). 7. **Kirkjufell Mountain** (10m) - You will also stop by picturesque church-shaped mountain Kirkjufell which is accompanied by a wonderful little waterfall on the other side of the road. This place has become one of the top bucket list items for visitors coming to Iceland! 8. **Djupalonssandur Beach** (20m) - At Djupalonssandur beach (may not be accessible in winter) we will allow those who feel up to it to try strength with the Stones of Trial. ## Schedule - Runs: Thu, Sun - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Guidance in English - Outdoor Clothing recommended: Waterproof jacket and solid shoes (warm and windy weather). A hat (also advisable in the summer) and mittens - Please note: due to the driving restrictions in Reykjavík, we cannot guarantee a hotel pickup from all hotels. In case your hotel is located in the restricted area, we will ask you to meet us at a designated bus stop, which is never more than few minutes walking distance. - The tour operates with minimum 4 adult participants. ## Compared with other Snaefellsnes Peninsula Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #9 of 15** | €212 | 11h | 4.85 (55) | shared | | [8-Day Summer Ring Route of Iceland with Snaefellsnes Peninsula](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/8-day-summer-ring-route-of-iceland-with-snaefellsnes-peninsula/?format=md) | €2750 | 8 days | 4.95 (230) | shared | | [Snaefellsnes Small Group Tour with Homemade Meal from Reykjavik](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/snaefellsnes-small-group-tour-with-homemade-meal-from-reykjavik/?format=md) | €197 | 11h | 4.89 (908) | shared | | [Small-Group Snaefellsnes National Park Day Trip from Reykjavik](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/small-group-snaefellsnes-national-park-day-trip-from-reykjavik/?format=md) | €140 | 11h | 4.88 (439) | shared | Ranked #9 of 15 in Snaefellsnes Peninsula Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €130 to €2750, median €205; typical length 12h. 1 of 15 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/snaefellsnes-tours/?format=md ## More in Reykjavik - All Reykjavik tours: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/snaefellsnes-np-small-group-tour-with-local-lunch-from-reykjavik/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/?format=md