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Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour
Embark on a captivating journey with this Snæfellsnes Peninsula Tour. Explore Iceland's rugged beauty, dramatic coastlines, and mystical landscapes.
This tour takes you west from Reykjavik on a scenic route to Borgarfjörður and the village of Borgarnes where a short stop will be made.
Shortly after entering Snæfellsnes peninsula, by Ytri-Tunga Farm, you'll get a chance to spot local wildlife at the beach which is home to a seal colony and a variety of sea birds.
Next up is a visit to the idyllic Arnarstapi village where you‘ll take a walk to view the extraordinary landscape along the precipitous shoreline and where a break will be made for lunch.
After lunch, the tour continues to Djúpalónssandur, a tranquil, black-pebbled beach that offers beautiful views out to the sea and fascinating history that lies in the Snæfellsjökull National Park, close to where Jules Verne located his entrance for the “Journey to the Centre of the Earth”.
Leaving Djúpalónssandur you‘ll travel past striking landscapes to the north coast of Snæfellsnes peninsula to Grundarfjordur fishing village. Surrounded by exceptionally beautiful mountains Grundarfjörður is home to one of the peninsula‘s most iconic and photographed landmarks, the symmetrical mountain Kirkjufellthat towers 1500 ft. up from the shoreline.
Out of Grundarfjörður, the route lies across Berserkjahraun lava fields that according to Viking legends where two Swedish "Berserks" forged Iceland‘s first road and over to the south side of the peninsula through Vatnaleið pass.
Experience Includes
- Journey across striking landscapes on Snæfellsnes peninsula
- The magnificence of Snæfellsjökull volcano
- The idyllic fishing village of Arnarstapi
- The tranquil, black-pebbled beach of Djúpalónssandur
- Grundarfjörður and the picturesque Kirkjufell mountain
- Spotting seals and a myriad of sea birds
- A rich heritage and fascinating history
- English speaking tour guide
- Transport by coach
Experience Excludes
- Meals, snacks or refreshments
- Optional gratuities
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Terms & Conditions
- In the event of inclement weather, road closures or other causes which may impact your hotel pick-up, you will be advised of the nearest collection point. It is the customer's responsibility to be at this location in order to be collected.
- You will be required to present a printed copy of your voucher at the time of tour departure.
- Pick-up from hotels and guesthouses starts at the same time as the departure time stated on the voucher and it can last up to 40 minutes.
- Please note you will be collected from your hotel and taken to the Gray Line Iceland depot to wait for the rest of your group to arrive/be collected. Depending on hotel locations etc. this can sometimes take 15-45 minutes. Once everyone is present, your tour will depart.
- Lunch is not included, however you will have a stop at the beginning of the tour to get any refreshments you may wish.
- Iceland's weather can be unpredictable, so please dress for the elements and wear comfortable shoes.
- Returning from your tour, you will be dropped off at the pick-up point you were collected from or at the closest possible point.
- CANCELLATION POLICY: Free cancellations for bookings cancelled with the operator up to 72 hours before your chosen activity date. No refunds are given for cancellations made within 72 hours.
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