Comprised of friendly coastal villages, spectacular mountains, remote beaches, rushing streams and miles of untouched, wildly beautiful scenery, the Snæfellsnes Peninsula is one of the island’s most captivating regions. In the company of our engaging Trip Leader, you’ll spend the day exploring the Peninsula’s diverse wonders. Once a busy trading post, the tiny village of Arnarstapi overlooks a natural harbor that is protected by unusual basalt columns and surrounded by deep ravines and grottoes. Along the coast, you’ll find amazing rock formations, dramatic cliffs and small hidden bays full of sea birds. Crossing to the northside of the Peninsula, you’ll see the lone mountain peak of Kirkjufell. Soaring 1,500 feet above the surrounding countryside and almost perfectly symmetrical, with the rushing Kirkjufellsfoss Waterfall in the foreground, this is said to be one of the most photographed sites in all of Iceland.
Just east of Kirkjufell, you’ll visit the charming fishing port of Stykkishólmur, known for its beautiful views over Breidafjordur Bay and traditional, colorfully painted homes. On a family-run farm you'll see and learn about the history and importance of Iceland’s diminutive but sturdy horses. Meals B+D