Excursion Snæfellsnes highlights tour at Grundarfjordur

Embrace the scenic splendour, history and culture of the picturesque Snæfellsnes Peninsula during this immersive, half-day sightseeing excursion.

Grundarfjörður, Fishing Villages, Snæfellsjökull Glacier, Mountains, Volcanoes

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 50-minute drive through several small fishing villages that hug the dramatic coastline en route to the famous Snæfellsjökull Glacier. This glacier was made popular by the French writer, Jules Verne, in his classic novel, Journey to the Centre of the Earth. It is one of the country's many interesting geological features, but other prominent mountains and volcanoes also grace the area.

Djúpalónssandur Beach, Shipwrecked Fishing Trawler, Lóndrangar Cliffs, Malarrif, Visitors Centre

Your first stop is at Djúpalónssandur Beach. Upon arrival, take a short, invigorating walk to the viewing platform, which offers spectacular panoramic views over the beach and ocean. On the beach, view the remains of a Grimsby fishing trawler that was wrecked here in hazardous weather in 1948. Afterward, re-board your coach for the short drive past the Lóndrangar Cliffs en route to Malarrif, where a stop is made at the Visitors Centre.

Arnarstapi Village, Lava Formations, Birdlife, Photo & Refreshment Stops, Búðir, Church

Next, your drive continues on to picturesque Arnarstapi. This village's idyllic setting boasts many interesting lava formations, and an abundance of birdlife during the summer months. A few photo stops, along with a refreshment stop at a local restaurant, are made during your visit here. Your final stop is at Búðir, famed for its beautiful surroundings of black lava, and one of a few yellow-sand beaches in Iceland. Upon arrival at the Búðir Church, take a short guided stroll through the area, then re-board your coach and commence the approximately 40-minute drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Grundarfjörður, Fishing Villages, Snæfellsjökull Peninsula & Glacier, Mountains, Volcanoes, Beaches, Cliffs, Malarrif, Lava Formations, Birdlife, Photo Stops, Búðir Church

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking for approximately 0.6 miles-0.93 miles (about one kilometre-1.5 kilometres), at times over uneven and natural surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear warm, comfortable clothing in layers with flat, closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, gloves, a warm hat, weatherproof jacket, bottled water, and credit cards and/or local currency for purchases from the ship. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, wildlife, fish, bird and marine life sightings are not guaranteed. The tour sequence may vary.