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title: Snaefellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour from Reykjavik
lang: en
type: tour
city: Reykjavik
country: Iceland
price: 130
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.76
reviews: 1643
duration_minutes: 660
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 13 of 15 (Snaefellsnes Peninsula Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
canonical: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/snaefellsnes-peninsula-full-day-tour-from-reykjavik/
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# Snaefellsnes Peninsula Full Day Tour from Reykjavik

In our comparison: #13 of 15 in Snaefellsnes Peninsula Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Travel west to Snæfellsness on this remote journey to the center of the Earth just like in the grandiose, epic beginning of Jules Verne’s timeless novel. Journey back to a land possessing a myriad of secrets waiting to be discovered. Ancient, mangled lava fields unveil the stresses and destruction these lands once endured. Twisted, crippled, and bowed volcanic rock possessing incredible shapes and forms flare up from the earth, creating an impressive sight to behold. The tour lasts for 11 hours and includes a professional, English-speaking guide.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Starts 08:00, 09:00: 2 departures a day
- Food not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup included

## Key facts

- Price: from €130 per person for the Free pick up from Bus Stop 12 option; other options up to €145
- Duration: 11h
- Rating: 4.76/5 from 1643 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: BusTravel Iceland
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 08:00, 09:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.76 from 1643 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1547 of 1643.

- 5 stars: 1418 (86%)
- 4 stars: 129 (8%)
- 3 stars: 42 (3%)
- 2 stars: 28 (2%)
- 1 star: 26 (2%)

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free pick up from Bus Stop 12 | €130 / person | English | This option includes pickup from Tour Bus Stop 12, Höfðatorg (Þórunnartún 6, 105 Reykjavik) only. |
| Pickup at designated locations | €145 / person | English | This option offers pickup from many hotels and designated pickup locations in central Reykjavik Pickup included |

## What's included

- Professional guide
- Sightseeing tour
- Pick up at additional fee

## Not included

- Food and drinks, unless specified

## Itinerary

1. **The rough and wild lava field of Berserkjahraun makes for a viewing of a quin...** (15m) - The rough and wild lava field of Berserkjahraun makes for a viewing of a quintessential Icelandic landscape. The lavafield was formed over 4000 years ago and features in many of the world-renown marvels of medieval literature, the Icelandic sagas,
2. **Kirkjufell Mountain** (30m) - This is the most famous mountain in Iceland, together with the close by waterfall Kirkjufellsfoss it is a perfect picture location. Well maintained pathways mean that you can easily wander around the sight and marvel at the natural beauty.
3. **Snaefellsjokull National Park & Glacier** (1h) - Snæfellsjökull National Park, located on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in western Iceland, is renowned for its stunning landscapes and geological features. Established in 2001, the park is dominated by the Snæfellsjökull volcano, topped by a glacier and famously featured in Jules...
4. **Dritvik and Djupalonssandur** (30m) - See the black sand beach Djúpalónssandur with it's rich history. Once a popular area for fishing, the sea is now empty as boats have moved elsewhere. All that remains is the wreckage of a British trawler on the black sands, and several 'lifting stones'. These lifting stones...
5. **Wonderful rock formation, the rocks are 75 and 61 meters tall** (15m) - Rising out of the artic ocean these two rock pinnacles of volcanic plugs of basalt are a truly stunning work of nature.
6. **Arnarstapi is a quirky and cute Icelandic fishing village with a rich history...** (30m) - Arnarstapi is a quirky and cute Icelandic fishing village with a rich history dating back to the vikings. Enjoy a breathtaking walk along the coastline with outstanding sea cliffs populated with an unusual variety of seabirds. The area makes the perfect place to take photos...
7. **Ytri Tunga Beach** (15m) - Unlike the other beach on this tour, Djúpalónssandur, this beach has the golden sand more familiar to visitors from overseas. Ytri Tunga is notable more for the seal colonies that can be seen lolling about the rocks just offshore.
8. **Budakirkja** (10m) - Budir Black Church is a striking little church set in a desolate landscape. It´s a popular subject for photographers and you will have a chance to capture if on this short photo stop.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:00, 09:00
- 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.

## Meeting point

Tour Bus Stop 12, Höfðatorg, Þórunnartún 1 (64.144389,-21.910327)

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

## Compared with other Snaefellsnes Peninsula Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #13 of 15** | €130 | 11h | 4.76 (1643) | 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 #13 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.

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