2-Day Snaefellsnes & Borgarfjörður Fjord Small-Group Tour

Embark on this 2 day adventure where you can experience all the wonders that the Snaefellsnes peninsula has to offer and expect to see stunning waterfalls, the magnificent Snaefellsjokull Glacier and the fascinating Northern Lights. Hotel pick up and drop-off from Reykjavík is included. You will be transported on a minibus with a guide.

Itinerary

1. 1

   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 Arnarstapi 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 before turning in for your accommodation for the night.

   Overnight stay in Snaefellsnes area.

2. 2

   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.
   • Sturlureykir Horse Farm is a family-run farm in western Iceland, near the village of Reykholt, known for its gentle Icelandic horses and welcoming atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy a guided stable visit, learn about traditional horse breeding, and see how geothermal energy is used on the farm.
   • 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 Reykjavik you will stop by Gerduberg Basalt Columns.
   • The tour ends in Reykjavik. You can expect to be back at around 6:00 pm.
   • Reykholt's history extends beyond Snorri Sturluson; it was an early settlement and church site from the 10th century. Its geothermal springs were vital resources long before and after his time. After Snorri's death, it became an important ecclesiastical and cultural center, still thriving today.

What's included

• ✓Northern Lights Hunt (if conditions are right)
• ✓Breakfast at the hotel
• ✓Hotel pickup
• ✓Breakfast
• ✓Overnight accommodation at a hotel
• ✓Guided tour in a minibus
• ✓Free wi-fi on board

Not included

• ✗Food & drinks (except breakfast at the hotel on day 2)
• ✗Optional caving exploration at Vatnshellir cave (extra fee)

What to expect

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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
• Minimum age is 8 years
• Please dress appropriately according to weather
• This tour is a small group experience tour

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