This private full-day shore excursion from Grundarfjörður is the perfect way to explore the diverse beauty of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, often called “Iceland in Miniature” for its incredible variety of landscapes.
Begin your journey with a visit to Kirkjufell, the most photographed mountain in Iceland, with its distinctive shape and nearby waterfalls. Continue to Djúpalónssandur, a black pebble beach filled with the echoes of shipwrecks and framed by volcanic cliffs.
Next, stop at Arnarstapi, a charming fishing village with dramatic sea cliffs and coastal rock formations shaped by centuries of powerful ocean waves. From there, visit the striking Búðakirkja, a black wooden church set against a backdrop of lava fields and rugged mountains.
Your final scenic stop is Ytri Tunga Beach, where golden sands and curious seals often await you near the shoreline. Throughout the tour, your private guide will share stories and insights about the region’s folklore, history, and natural wonders.
At the end of your adventure, you’ll be returned comfortably to the port in Grundarfjörður, with unforgettable memories and plenty of incredible photos.
This private tour is designed to fit your cruise schedule and offers a personalized experience tailored to your interests.
Meet your guide off the ship at Grundarfjörður
Start your journey with Iceland’s most photographed mountain. Kirkjufell, with its symmetrical peak and nearby cascading falls, is a picture-perfect scene straight from a fairytale.
Explore the hauntingly beautiful black pebble beach, filled with lava rock formations and the remnants of a shipwreck. Test your strength with the historic lifting stones used by fishermen of old.
Wander the charming fishing village of Arnarstapi, where dramatic sea cliffs and basalt rock formations meet crashing Atlantic waves. Don’t miss the famous Gatklettur rock arch.
Stop at the striking black church of Búðir, set in a lava field with a glacier backdrop. This peaceful and photogenic location is steeped in history and local legend.
Visit Ytri Tunga, a golden-sand beach known for its colony of friendly seals. It’s a great spot to observe wildlife in a serene coastal setting.
End back at the cruise port after a thrilling day of sightseeing.
Discover the best of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula on a tailor-made day tour designed for cruise guests
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