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DT 05 Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Luxury SUV tour around the Snæfellsnes peninsula

Tour type
Day Tour / Activity
Duration
9 hours and 30 minutes
Difficulty
Very Easy
Pickup service
Yes
Booking in advance
2 days
Availability
September, October
Minimum age
No age limit

The experience

About this tour

The Snæfellsnes Luxury SUV tour will take you to visit Ólafsvík, Iceland‘s oldest trading town which dates back to 1687, and Stykkishólmur, which sits on a promontory overlooking the beautiful Breiðarfjörður Bay and on this tour you also see Kirkjufell (463m) which wis a beautifully shaped and a symmetric, free standing mountain. Kirkjufell translates to 'Church Mountain'. The tour continues to Snæfellsjökull glacier for breathtaking views over the peninsula.

The area is also known for being populated by mythological creatures such as elves and trolls. Your guide will show you where those magical beings are said to live.

The glacier is believed to have mystical powers and that it is the gateway to another world. There is no doubt that the scenery is tremendously inspiring. Exploring the area in a Luxury SUV makes the whole experience unforgettable.
Snæfellsnes Peninsula day tour highlights:

  • Sandy coastline
  • Bird cliffs
  • Snæfellsjökull glacier
  • Lóndrangar cliffs
  • Farmland
  • Fishing villages
  • Kirkjufell

This tour lasts 8-9 hours. Free pick-up from your hotel in the capital area begins at 8:30.

It is important to understand that in Iceland you can experience all four seasons in less than one day. It is vital to wear comfortable and appropriate clothing like waterproof walking shoes and please dress in layers to be able to enjoy your journey to the fullest.

See minimum requirements and availability in booking calendar

  • Couples
  • Family Friendly
  • Group Friendly
  • Luxury

Itinerary

How it runs

1 stop

  1. 01

    Snæfellsnes Peninsula

    The Snæfellsnes tour will take you to visit Ólafsvík, Iceland‘s oldest trading town which dates back to 1687, and Stykkishólmur, which sits on a promontory overlooking the beautiful Breiðarfjörður Bay and on this tour you also see the Kirkjufell (463m) is a beautifully shaped and a symmetric, free standing mountain. Its name means ‘Church Mountain’. The tour continues to Snæfellsjökull glacier for breathtaking views over the peninsula. The area is also known for being populated by mythological creatures such as elves and trolls. Your guide will show you where those magical beings are said to live. It said the glacier has mystical powers and that it is the gateway to another world. There is no doubt that the scenery is tremendously inspiring. 

    Day 1 tour highlights:

    • Sandy coastline
    • Bird cliffs
    • Snæfellsjökull glacier
    • Lóndrangar cliffs
    • Farmland
    • Fishing villages
    • Kirkjufell

What the price covers

Included
A Tour In A Superjeep, Including A Driver Guide. Personal Service And A Lot Of Fun
Ticket types
  • Adults (12+)
  • Child (1 Per Adult) (5 - 11)

Where it starts

Meeting
Pick up
Pickup
Yes
Location code
Reykjavík (REY, IS)

Good to know

Type
Day Tour / Activity
Season
September, October
Cutoff (relative to start time)
12 hours before
Requests confirmed within
2 days
Details updated
23 Jul 2026