Set out on this 2-day journey to explore the magical wonders of the Snaefellsnes peninsula, from breathtaking waterfalls and the splendid Snaefellsjokull Glacier to the captivating Northern Lights. The convenience of hotel pick-up and drop-off from Reykjavík is ensured. The transportation will be facilitated by a minibus, accompanied by a guide.
Set out on this 2-day journey to explore the magical wonders of the Snaefellsnes peninsula, from breathtaking waterfalls and the splendid Snaefellsjokull Glacier to the captivating Northern Lights. The convenience of hotel pick-up and drop-off from Reykjavík is ensured. The transportation will be facilitated by a minibus, accompanied by a guide.
Day 1: Snaefellsnes area and Vatnshellir Cave
Your 2-day adventure tour starts with a morning pick up from the Reykjavik downtown area. From the capital you will drive along the scenic west coast to West Iceland. The first stop of the day will be at the small fishing village of Arnarstapi, where you will walk around and explore the surrounding area. From…
Day 1: Snaefellsnes area and Vatnshellir Cave
Your 2-day adventure tour starts with a morning pick up from the Reykjavik downtown area. From the capital you will drive along the scenic west coast to West Iceland. The first stop of the day will be at the small fishing village of Arnarstapi, where you will walk around and explore the surrounding area. From there we go underground, where you have an option (extra fees apply) to go into Vatnshellir cave which is located inside the Snæfellsnes National Park. The cave is about 8000 years old lava tube tunnel. This experience is as close you will get to the Jules Verne story, A Journey to the Center of Earth. If you are not joining the caving part, then the guide will take you walking around the area. Next up is Hellnar where you will stop for lunch (own expense) before continuing to the beautiful Djupalonssandur beach. There you will go on a short hike on the pebbles stone beach and explore the remains of the ship wreckage. On the beach, you may also find the lifting stones, where you can test your strength like the fishermen used to do in the good old days. If the forecast looks promising, then you will have the possibility to go hunt for the Northern Lights in the evening.
From Djupalonssandur, you will then continue your journey around Snaefellsnes peninsula, making a stop at the iconic and famous Mt. Kirkjufell, a favorite spot for many photographers
Day 2: Exploring The West Of Iceland
Your first stop of the day will be at Deildartunguhver, the most powerful hot spring in all Europe which is used for heating all the neighboring towns. After exploring Deildartunguhver you will have an option (extra fees apply) to visit Krauma geothermal baths, where you will have the chance to relax. If you are not joining Krauma geothermal baths, then you will be able to explore the nearby area with your guide. Once you have explored this fascinating hot spring you will head towards the historic site of Reykholt. The famous author Snorri Sturluson lived there during the medieval times. After soaking up the history of Reykholt your next stop will include exploring the stunning Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls. There you can see how the water flows from underneath the lava fields and hear the story about Barnafoss waterfall. From there you will leave the beautiful Borgarfjordur area. On your way back to Reykjavík,
Points of Interest
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Hallgrimskirkja
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Arnarstapi Center and Snjófell Restaurant
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Vatnshellir Cave
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Dritvik and Djupalonssandur
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Kirkjufell Mountain
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Deildartunguhver Thermal Spring
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Krauma
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Hraunfossar
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Gerduberg basalt columns
- Opportunity to see the Northern Lights, weather permitting
- Hotel breakfast provided
- Convenient hotel pickup service
- Comfortable overnight hotel stay
- Guided minibus tour
- Complimentary wi-fi on board
- Opportunity to see the Northern Lights, weather permitting
- Hotel breakfast provided
- Convenient hotel pickup service
- Comfortable overnight hotel stay
- Guided minibus tour
- Complimentary wi-fi on board
- Food & drinks (except breakfast at the hotel on day 2)
- Optional caving exploration at Vatnshellir cave (extra fee)
- Optional entrance to Krauma Geothermal Baths (extra fee)
- Food & drinks (except breakfast at the hotel on day 2)
- Optional caving exploration at Vatnshellir cave (extra fee)
- Optional entrance to Krauma Geothermal Baths (extra fee)
- Please note that if you are a solo traveler and would like to have your own room then please choose the “Single room option”. Otherwise you will be paired up in a shared room with a participant of the same gender.
- The success of the Northern Lights is heavily dependent on weather conditions. We can therefore never confirm that you will be able to see…
- Please note that if you are a solo traveler and would like to have your own room then please choose the “Single room option”. Otherwise you will be paired up in a shared room with a participant of the same gender.
- The success of the Northern Lights is heavily dependent on weather conditions. We can therefore never confirm that you will be able to see them during your tour but if the forecast looks promising your certified guide will take you on a hunt for the lights.
- Please note that you can add a caving exploration to Vatnshellir cave as an extra for this tour (extra charge). If you will not be joining the caving part, then the guide will take you walking around the area
- Please note that you can add a visit to Krauma Geothermal Baths as an extra for this tour (extra charge). If you will not be joining Krauma you will spend more time exploring Deildartunguhver and the nearby area.
- Minimum age is 8 years
- Please dress appropriately according to weather
- This tour is a small group experience tour
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.