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Discover West Iceland on the Snæfellsnes & Kirkjufell small group tour. One of the most loved places in Iceland, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula was named Europe’s most scenic destination by Luxury Travel Guide. West Iceland also earned the title of Winter Destination of the Year—although it’s just as amazing in any season!
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This adventure has it all—rugged lava fields, sweeping coastal views, charming fishing villages, and historic churches. Explore Iceland’s wild side, from black sand beaches to towering sea cliffs!
The day begins with a morning pick-up in Reykjavik before heading northwest toward the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. As we travel, the landscapes shift from open fields to rugged lava formations. Our first stop is Berserkjahraun, a moss-covered lava field with a fascinating Viking legend about two berserkers who carved Iceland’s first road through this wild terrain.
Next, we visit Kirkjufell, one of Iceland’s most photographed mountains. Rising 463 meters (1,519 feet) above the surrounding landscape, this distinctive peak is a must-see, especially with the nearby waterfalls creating a picture-perfect scene. Fans of Game of Thrones may recognize it as the “arrowhead mountain” from the show!
We then continue to Djúpalónssandur, a striking black pebble beach with a dramatic coastline and scattered remnants of old shipwrecks. The beach is also home to the famous “lifting stones,” which fishermen once used to test their strength. The roaring ocean waves and rugged rock formations make this a truly awe-inspiring stop.
A short scenic drive brings us to Ingjaldshólskirkja, Iceland’s oldest concrete church, built in 1903. This peaceful location offers stunning views of the surrounding coastline, and fun fact—it’s even used as an eye test image in China!
Next, we will visit a small fishing village, Arnarstapi. There are few places as charming as this location, and here we will take a walk on the scenic coastline. While in town, you'll have the opportunity to visit Miðgjá stone bridge, a natural rock arch off the coast.
Just east of Arnarstapi, we stop at Búðakirkja, a striking 19th-century black wooden church set against the dramatic Icelandic landscape. This simple yet beautiful church has become an iconic symbol of the peninsula.
Our next stop is Ytri-Tunga, a golden sand beach famous for its seal colony. Unlike most of Iceland’s black sand beaches, this area has lighter-colored sand, and you’ll often find seals resting on the rocks or swimming in the waves.
Before arriving back in the capital, we'll make another short stop at the town called Borgarnes, where you can get an excellent Icelandic hot dog. Finally, we will drop you off at Reykjavík.
Available pick-up points: Arctic Adventures’ pick-up list.
This is a great question. We ask all participants to be ready from the start of the pickup time indicated. This is because you may well be the first pick-up of the day. Please be at your assigned location at the start time that you chose when booking the tour. Here you should wait for your guide.
Have your email and phone number listed with us so we can contact you if we run into any trouble finding you.
Alcohol consumption is prohibited before and during our tours and activities. If we suspect that a participant is intoxicated, we will prohibit them from joining the activity.
After the activities of the day are finished, you are welcome to have a drink and relax.
Yes, we do. Langjökull Ice Cave is a magical experience, the tour has no minimum age and is a wonderful option for the whole family. Whale Watching with our partner company Elding has been a favourite with families traveling with young children, these guys have a great success rate in seeing whales (upwards of 98% in the summertime).
Another option would be the Landmannalaugar Safari on this tour you get to explore parts of the Icelandic highlands and bathe in natural hot springs. Most of our super jeep tours are also suitable for children over the age of 6 years old. If you would like a nice and relaxing experience we would also recommend the Golden Circle & Secret Lagoon tour.
Your safety is our number one priority! Keeping this in mind, Arctic Adventures reserves the right to adjust the itinerary and/or take different routes depending on conditions. Please read more information in our cancellation policy.
Yes, there is a specially trained and certified guide on each of our tours. The only exception to this is for our self-drive tours.
All of our tours are guided in English.
No, for all your questions and concerns you would need to contact our customer service.
In Iceland, we use F-type power sockets and plugs, with a 230V and 50Hz supply voltage. This means you might have to bring an adapter if you are visiting from the UK, the USA, Canada, or other countries using a different voltage, frequency, or plugs.
Our tours are split into four different categories that help participants to understand what to expect from the tour. The categories are easy, moderate, challenging, and demanding. Each tour is rated making it easier to find tours that suit you.
For further information about the difficulty ratings and descriptions.
If you're visiting during winter, typically from mid-October to mid-April, we highly recommend using lightweight crampons (also called ice spikes) for added safety on icy paths while sightseeing. You can purchase them during the booking process to ensure a more secure and comfortable experience.
Find more details about crampons and ice spikes in this guide.
