Snæfellsnes Peninsula Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Do this because
- Drive around a peninsula described as “Iceland in miniature”
- Gaze up at the breathtaking Snæfellsjökull glacier
- Explore the quaint coastal village of Arnarstapi and its dramatic cliffs
- Discover the stunning black sand beach of Djúpalónssandur
- Snap unbelievable photos at the picture-perfect Kirkjufell Viewpoint
What to expect
You’ll begin your journey outside the Snæfellsnes Visitor Center before heading to Ölkelduvatn Mineral Spring, where you can actually drink some of Iceland’s famous mineral-rich water straight from the source. Head to Ytri Tunga Beach for its friendly seal colony, then visit the stunning waterfall Bjarnarfoss, and finally, see the historic Búðakirkja black church against a scenic backdrop. Snæfellsjökull View Point offers stunning views of the glacier-capped volcano, while the Rauðfeldsgjá Gorge invites you to explore a narrow canyon with a hidden waterfall.
Continue to Lóndrangar View Point, where unique rock pinnacles rise from the ocean. Afterwards, you'll visit Malarrif Lighthouse, explore Vatnshellir Cave, and then head to Djúpalónssandur beach, known for its black sands and shipwreck remains. Next, you’ll pass the fishing villages of Hellissandur and Rif, where you can learn about the local maritime history. Afterwards, visit the tranquil Svöðufoss waterfall and the charming Bæjarfoss waterfall before reaching the town of Ólafsvík. Continuing on, you’ll reach the Kirkjufellsfossar and Kirkjufell Viewpoints. These are essential stops, offering some of Iceland's most photographed landscapes.
Finally, you’ll reach Kolgrafarfjörður Viewpoint, where your tour will conclude.
Important to know
Know in advance:
- This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The Action Tour Guide app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
- No attraction entrance ticket is included
- Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
- After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions immediately to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Please don't wait until you are on-site
- Works perfectly without cellular or Wi-Fi with offline maps
- The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
- Most stops along the tour have animated videos allowing you to visualize what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
- This tour is valid for one year - from the moment of booking. You can use it multiple times over multiple trips
What’s included
Audio-guided tour
Downloadable APP
Digital guidebook
What’s not included
Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Transportation
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Snæfellsnes Visitor Center, 342, Iceland
Meeting point:
This is a self-guided experience and not an entrance ticket. It begins at the GPS-marked starting point at Snæfellsnes Visitor Center, 342, Iceland. Before you start your tour, make sure you download the Action Tour Guide app, enter your unique password, and download your tour. These steps require a good data/wifi connection. Instructions will be sent to your email. From there, simply follow the audio instructions and the route.
Provider
ACTION TOUR GUIDE
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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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