Explore Iceland by going to its west, to Snæfellsnes Peninsula and Borgarfjörður Fjord, which will greet you with its unspoiled nature.
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Have two unforgettable days by going on a tour of West Iceland. During this trip, you'll explore the grand Snæfellsnes peninsula and the remarkable Borgarfjörður fjord. Enjoy the Icelandic wilderness by checking out its breathtaking waterfalls and the most powerful hot spring, and take a glance at its wildlife and the country's exciting history.
Your trip will start from Reykjavik, where at 9:00 a.m., you'll be picked up from your chosen pick-up point. Please note that the whole pick-up might take up to 30 minutes.
You'll start your trip along Snæfellsnes Peninsula by visiting Borgarnes village, famous for its rich Viking history. Next, you'll see one of the most "photogenic" Mount Kirkjufell. The place is known to have a breathtaking landscape with a cone-shaped mount and a waterfall next to it. No wonder this is where the TV show Game of Thrones was filmed.
Next on your agenda follows the town of Grundarfjörður, where you have some time to rest and have a relaxing lunch.
After lunch, you'll make your way to the village of Arnarstapi with a short stop at Búðir hamlet. Arnarstapi is the home of Gatklettur – a massive eroded stone arch. What awaits you next is beach time. You'll make your way through Djúpalónssandur gold-sand beach, where the remains of a shipwreck from 1948 can still be found. Here you can also try your strengths in attempting to move some lifting stones – an activity of the past that used to be liked by fishermen.
Formed 8,000 years ago, Vatnshellir Lava Cave is your next big attraction. The treasure of Snaefellsjokull National Park, the cave, will make you feel like you're descending to the earth's center, just like in Jules Verne's novel, A Journey to the Center of Earth. Please keep in mind that this attraction is optional. If you don't want to continue with this attraction, you can spend your time checking out the visitor center and the lighthouse at Malarrif. You can also go to Lóndrangar rock cliffs if there's a spare minute left.
Your first day traveling around the west of Iceland will end at Hellissandur Adventure Hótel.
Your second day of exploration will start after breakfast with a trip to Ytri-Tunga Beach. This golden-sand beach is famous for being the perfect place to watch seals. Next on your agenda are two beautiful attractions: Glanni waterfall and Grábrók volcanic crater. Here you'll have plenty of time to walk around and even have some time for coffee.
Hraunfossar is a waterfall in Iceland that's quite exceptional because its water flows from beneath lava. This will also be your lunch spot, so you'll have enough time to soak in all the natural charm you'll be surrounded by.
After lunch, you'll enter the Reykholt area, also known as the home of Snorri Sturluson – Icelandic historian, poet, and writer. Near this historically significant area is where Deildartunguhver hot spring is located. Recognized as the most powerful hot spring in Europe, it's a must-visit place.
To have fully experienced Icelandic nature, you'll also visit Sturlureykir horse farm, where you'll get to see these graceful animals and see what the first farm that has been heated by the energy of a hot spring looks like.
Your trip will finish around 6:00 p.m. with your return to Reykjavik.
Pick-up time
Pick-up is at 09:00 a.m. from your hotel or a nearby meeting point in Reykjavík. Picking everyone up can take up to 30 minutes, your patience is much appreciated.
Available pick-up points: Adventures.com pick-up list.
Return time
After two days filled with fascinating sights and experiences, we return to Reykjavík in the evening around 6 p.m.
Optional activity
Vatnshellir Cave is an optional activity with an extra fee, please book it during the booking process.
Accommodation
If you’re traveling solo or with an odd number in your group, and you don’t choose the single supplement, you will be paired in a twin room with another participant of the same gender.
Our multi-day tours will give you a small group experience as they are operated in a mini-bus and you get a better connection with the guide.
By booking a multi-day tour with us, you don’t need to have to worry about finding accommodation during the time of the tour as our multi-day tour includes accommodation which is often booked far in advance. You will get more opportunity to explore Iceland further and experience places that you would normally not be able to see on a one day tour. Please be noted that packages do not include accommodation.
All of our tours are English guided so you will have English speaking licensed guide throughout the tour that will tell you everything about what you see along the way and knows where the best locations to stop by at to get the absolute best experience.
When booking you are guaranteed accommodation at a friendly country hotel and/or guesthouse. All of the hotels we have partnered up with are all with the same standard and offer nice rooms with made-up beds. The standard room is a twin room but it is possible to request a double room or a triple room, with no extra charge. The rooms come with private or shared bathrooms, depending on your booking.
Free Wi-Fi, towels, a hairdryer, and a kettle are accessible at all of the hotels.
If you want to have your own room than a single supplement is available but you are not required to pay a single supplement. If you do not wish to book a single room then you will be roomed with another traveler of the same gender.
Breakfast is included at the hotel/guesthouse restaurant during the tour. Meals and beverages are not included on your tour. However, we will make stops at restaurants and conveniences stores where you are able to purchase all necessities.
The average amount spent on food each day per person is 8,000 ISK (80$). Cash is not necessary, as credit cards are accepted at all restaurants and stores. A small amount of cash won't hurt though.
Breakfast is included at all the hotels/guesthouses we stay during the tour. The breakfast will be a typical breakfast buffet, offering bread, toppings, cereal, yogurt, fruits, coffee, and tea etc.
Your guide will also find a good place for the group to eat lunch, where you can find a wide selection of dishes on the menu, so there will be options available for everyone. The dinner is usually at the hotels/guesthouses we stay at for the night.
For multi-day tours, each participant is allowed to bring a small backpack and 1 piece of luggage weighing a maximum of 20 kg (44 lbs). If you have more or heavier luggage with you, you will need to book storage for the surplus luggage before you arrive, there is a small fee for using this facility. Luggage storage in Reykjavík can be added during the booking process of your order in the extras section.
* The combined dimensions of each bag must not exceed 158 cm (62 in).
We welcome all participants of all ages older than the listed minimum age for each tour. Our average group usually consist of participants between the age of 22-55 years. Although we have people of all ages ranging from 8-99 years joining our multi-day tours. We get a lot of solo travelers joining us as well as families and friends.
If you find yourself having difficulties participating in any of the activities included in the tour, for example, a glacier activity, then you are more than welcome to skip it. Iceland is surrounded by beautiful scenery so you can explore your surroundings in the meantime r wait elsewhere while others do the activity. Our guide should be able to drop you off at a nearby place where there are some services available if requested.
The average is around 300 km (186 miles) per day on our multi-day tours. You’ll spend approximately 4-5 hours in the car each day. Stops are of course made on multiple locations throughout the tour for sightseeing, activities, bathroom breaks, lunch stops and etc.
We do offer some necessary items for rent. For most of our multi-day tours, we rent out waterproof jackets and pants as well as hiking shoes. These items are available to book under the selection ‘’Extras’’ in the booking widget when booking your tour on our website.
If you have already booked the tour and wish to add some rental gear to your booking, you can do that at least 24 hours prior to your tour starts, via our Customer Portal.
We always highly recommend booking a multi-day tour starting at least one day after arriving in Iceland. If you’re flying in from the US or will be landing early (4-6:30) you should be able to join the tour, but be aware that some risks could follow such as flight gets delayed and could, therefore, miss out on the tour.
