Season

All Year

Pickup

From Reykjavík

Duration

12 Hours

Starting Time

8:00 AM

PRIVATE

1-6 People

Price

100,000 ISK per person 

($730 / €670 / £580)

1 Person Private: 200,000 ISK

($1,455 / €1,335 / £1,165)

Tour Description

Experience Iceland in miniature form as they call this the peninsula with everything on it. From waterfalls to volcanic craters to stunning coastlines, you will experience a bit of everything on this tour as you circumnavigate the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Stops will include Iceland’s famous Black Church as well as the fishing village of Arnarstapi which is known for its dramatic basaltic coastline. Lóndrangar, also known as the castle rock, will showcase this even more being a sea stack that formed from volcanic activity over thousands of years. You will visit the massive Svöðufoss waterfall which runs down from the top of one of Iceland’s most famous volcanos- Snaefellsjokull. To end your day, you will visit Iceland’s most iconic mountain, Kirkjufell, where you will get to experience a magical double waterfall, a perfectly symmetrical conical mountain, and the perfect spot for some beautiful photos. 

Throughout this tour, your guide will also be your photographer. Meaning that they will take photos of you during all of these experiences. After the tour is over, we will edit and send them to you for you to keep as a memory of your epic adventure!

Itinerary

 Pickup

Your guide will pick you up from your accommodation in your private vehicle at 8 a.m. From there, you will begin the two-and-a-half-hour journey toward the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Along the way, you will pass through the beautiful Icelandic countryside including Hvalfjörður, also known as the ‘Whale Fjord’.

The Black Church

Your first stop of the day will be at Iceland’s famous Black Church- Búðakirkja. This beautiful church is situated in the middle of an ancient lava field with Snaefellsjokull Volcano visible on a clear day. The church dates back to the 18th century and has a fascinating history, having been destroyed and rebuilt several times over the years. This is a perfect place to both admire the Icelandic architecture as well as the surrounding landscape that it sits in. We suggest taking 10 minutes to walk on one of the many footpaths in the area that lead into the lava fields. 

 

Arnarstapi Village

Just 15 minutes from the Black Church, you will come to your next stop, Arnarstapi Village. This quaint fishing village is situated on the edge of a steep cliff overlooking the ocean and boasts a stunning coastline of basalt formations and dramatic sea stacks. After exploring the beautiful houses and harbor of the village, you will be able to take a leisurely walk along the cliffs to Gatklettur Arch, a natural arch formation that has been carved out of the surrounding cliffs by the crashing waves from the Atlantic Ocean over thousands of years. From there, you can walk further down the rugged coastline and discover a natural land bridge known as Midgja which goes over a small basaltic cove. Stay away if you are afraid of heights! 

 

Lóndrangar

Our next stop is Lóndrangar, a massive photogenic castle-like formation located near the westernmost tip of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula. This distinctive geological feature is made up of two volcanic rock pinnacles that rise dramatically out of the surrounding landscape, reaching heights of 75 and 61 meters respectively. As we approach Lóndrangar, you’ll notice that the rocks have been weathered by the elements, creating a unique formation that adds to the otherworldly feel of the area. Be sure to keep an eye out for the resident birdlife, including fulmars and kittiwakes, that call the cliffs of Lóndrangar their home.

 

Svöðufoss Waterfall

Moving towards the northern part of the peninsula now, we will turn onto a dirt road towards a hidden gem known as Svöðufoss Waterfall. This waterfall is a relatively unknown attraction until recently due to the official trail to it having just been completed in 2022. This makes it a perfect place to visit for those looking for a more off-the-beaten-path experience that most tour companies still don’t visit. The waterfall itself sports a few smaller falls at the base with the larger one surrounding a basalt cliff coming down from Snaefellsjokull. Don’t be afraid to fill your water bottle with some fresh glacial water while you are here.

 

Lunch Break in Olafsvik

After visiting the falls, we will enter a larger fishing village known as Olafsvik. This charming town on the northern side of the peninsula has some nice restaurants that your guide will show you to choose from. We always recommend trying the fish since it is served fresh from the local fisherman. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available. 

Kirkjufell Mountain

We saved the best for last! The final stop on our Snaefellsnes journey will be Iceland’s most famous and photographed mountain, Kirkjufell. Kirkjufell is often called “the Church Mountain” because of its distinctive shape, which resembles a church steeple. On top of that, the landscape in front of the mountain is equally as impressive with double waterfalls coming down into blue pools to create a magical scene out of fantasy. This may be the reason that HBO’s Game of Thrones decided to depict and film season seven’s Arrowhead Mountain at Kirkjufell. Whether you get a colorful sunset or a snowy white day, Kirkjufell always provides its guests with a beauty, unlike any other mountain in the world.

Drop-off

We will conclude this tour of Snaefellsnes with a scenic trip back to Reykjavik via the northern side of the peninsula and then head south over a mountain pass to complete our loop of Snaefellsjokull National Park. After the two-and-a-half-hour journey, your guide will drop you back off at your accommodation with happy memories of your day exploring miniature Iceland. 

Throughout the tour, your photographer will capture the beauty of the landscapes and the memories of your trip, so you can relax and enjoy the sights without worrying about taking photos. At the end of the journey, you will receive an edited photo package as a keepsake of your Snaefellsnes Peninsula adventure within 14 days.

Your Journey

whats included

Certified Driver Guide and Professional Photographer

Pickup and Return from Reykjavík accommodation 

Small Groups: 6 Maximum 

30 Shot Photo Package included (Per Person)

The package includes personalized photographs from these locations:

Kirkjufell

The Black Church

Arnarstapi Village

Lóndrangar

Snaefellsjokull

Svöðufoss Waterfall

Snæfellsnes National Park

*All photos will be edited and sent to you within 14 days via Google Drive.

Optional Extras

Select Extras at Checkout

Rentals:

Red or Yellow Rain Jacket

Great for photos

3,000 ISK

Rain Pants

2,000 ISK

what to bring

Water Bottle (Recommended)– you will have many spots to fill it up with glacier water.

Food- Stops will be made at gas stations and at a restaurant on the peninsula for lunch.

Proper Seasonal Clothing– warm layers for freezing or wet conditions. Warm hat and gloves.

Waterproof Jacket– Rentals are available under extras.

Waterproof Pants– Rentals are available under extras.

 

 

 

 

Good to know

– Lunch and Dinner are not included in the price of this tour.

– Pickup and Drop off are exclusively from the greater Reykjavik Area. 

– The length of each day and order that you visit these attractions can vary depending on weather and road conditions.

– Photo packages may sometimes take more or less than 14 days to edit. This is just our average turnaround time.

– Our Cancellation Policy can be found here.

 

 

 

Your photo package

what are our guests saying?

Based on 56 reviews
Thomas B
Thomas B
2023-04-10
Glacier Adventures I hired Mike for 8 days of private guiding in March 2023. It was the adventure of a lifetime! We explored glaciers, ice caves, and the Icelandic alpine. Mike is a charismatic and incredibly experience guide. He is also a great photographer. Finding a guide that can take you to amazing places, and also take great photos/videos of the adventures is extremely hard to find. I highly recommend Ice Pic Journeys and will use them again on my next trip to Iceland!
Explore820132
Explore820132
2023-03-31
Private tour, with amazing guide ! Had a amazing time with these guys, I traveled solo and the group was only 3 ppl, amazing experience with a private guide. Definitely worth it, it was the highlight of my trip to Iceland! You get all the details and information you need, and if you have any questions, you can chat on instagram, and respond very quickly. This company treats you as a person, and not a number or a paying customer like all other tours !
Valeria S
Valeria S
2023-03-28
Best company for adventure in Iceland! We had an amazing experience with Ice Pic Journeys. They are Friendly, professional and are experts on what they do! They took us to hidden gems that very few have been to and we avoided the crowds!! They also took a lot of great pictures!Thank you!!!! Valeria
Thiago N
Thiago N
2023-03-24
Ice Pic Journeys approach is unique We had our tour with Mike and I can honestly say our trip to Iceland would not be the same without this. We had the best time! Mike was very knowledgeable, sharing all different aspects about the cave we were and the conditions we would be experiencing. He was also very concern with our safety and aware of us and our surrounding. All of that while maintaining a very friendly interaction. The ice on the cake was the fact that their offer is unique, there is not another company in Iceland that offers the same experiences with a guide that is also a good photographer. Plus, we were indeed a very small group. While we were there I saw other tours advertised as “small groups” with 16-20 people, which was completely different than the very exclusive attention and experience we had with Ice Pic Journeys.
Elise P
Elise P
2023-03-23
You must take a tour with Ice Pic! Absolutely the best tour of our lives. My husband and I booked the ziplining experience on an iceberg and cave visit. Mike was friendly, funny, knowledgeable and an overall great guide. Time flew by, and it is hard to describe how beautiful the moulin selected by Mike for this adventure was. It felt like we were connected with nature. He took amazing professional pictures and made us feel safe and adventurous with the ziplining. This company is a must if you go to Iceland!
Kristin
Kristin
2023-03-23
One-of-a-kind glacier experience!!! My friend and I had an amazing experience with our two tour guides, Adam and Rögnvaldur. We hiked to stunning ice caves and took a lot of pictures but the best part was that we had the cave all to ourselves. After the ice caves, we finished the tour by zip lining on the glacier, which was an amazing experience! Our guides were friendly, knowledgeable and very customer oriented. I would highly recommend Ice Pic Adventures to anyone in the Glacier Lagoon area of Iceland.
kittyk2k
kittyk2k
2023-03-11
Magical! If you are considering visiting an Ice Cave, then do not hesitate to use this company. We went for the Early Bird Ice Cave tour with photos. We left the car park at around 8:15am and were the second group there. This allowed for a private and personalised tour of the Ice Cave with most of our shots just featuring us. We were led by Mike who was very knowledgable and friendly. He led the tour at our pace since we were travelling with an 8 and a 9 year old. He took lots of pics, even following some of our suggestions too. We received the pics in less than two weeks and they are phenomenal! If we return to Iceland I would 100% look into using this company again.
cat camp
cat camp
2023-03-11
Amazing tour with professional Photographer I joined a two day private tour with Ice Pic Journeys, they allow great flexibility on the tour arrangement , and also provide great suggestions on impressive scene of Iceland. They provide me an extraordinary experience for the Blue Ice Cage , they pick really good spot to show the customers, package also include professional photographs. My guide Ryan is very friendly, I had a great experience on their tour , will suggest Ice Pic Journeys to all travellers to Iceland.
Kayzia West
Kayzia West
2023-03-07
Best part of my trip, hands down Truly worth every cent!! This was the best money I spent in Iceland. It really is a one of a kind experience. The views are incredible, the photos are amazing and the company and conversation with the guide Mike were so enjoyable.
Frederico S
Frederico S
2023-03-07
Moment Eternalized We’ve had an amazing experience with Mike who was our guide. The ice cave is wonderful and we can’t express how cool was it. I proposed to my fiancé at the cave so it was very special. Mike took pictures of us and now we have this moment eternalized. We recommend a lot Ice Pic Jorneys!
Based on 17 reviews
yeni chen
yeni chen
2023-04-15
I recently went on a tour with Ice Pic Journeys and it was amazing! The planning process was easy, and the tour guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. The itinerary struck the perfect balance between sightseeing and free time, and we got to see some incredible places. I highly recommend Ice Pic Journeys for anyone looking for a fun, extreme and well-organized tour.
Jack Venberg
Jack Venberg
2023-04-13
My family of three recently embarked on a 6-hour glacier tour with Ice Pic Journeys, and it was nothing short of a spectacular experience. This tour agency not only specializes in guided tours but also in capturing breathtaking photographs throughout the journey. Ryan coordinated with us through email, and he was super communicative and accommodating throughout the whole experience. Our guide, Rich, was extremely knowledgeable, thoughtful, and talented in his photography skills. He made sure to focus on taking natural and candid photos, making us feel relaxed and at ease. Rich was attentive to our needs and made a point to take us to isolated and fascinating locations that enhanced our experience. The ice caves we visited were simply stunning, and Rich captured their beauty perfectly. He also took fantastic photos on the diamond black sand beach, creating memories we will cherish forever. For our nighttime Aurora photography session, we were joined by Mike, who was just as amazing. He was upbeat, friendly, and encouraging, which definitely helped keep our spirits high despite the cold weather. Mike worked tirelessly until 1 am to get the best shots, even though he had plans the following morning. Their dedication to their craft was evident, as they even offered to continue taking photos past that point if we wanted. At no point did it feel like they were cutting corners or giving anything less than their all. Our experience with Ice Pic Journeys was truly exceptional, and we cannot recommend them highly enough. If you're looking for an unforgettable adventure in Iceland and want to take home incredible photographs, don't hesitate to book a tour with Ice Pic Journeys.
Tim Gibbs
Tim Gibbs
2023-03-29
This was by far the best experience I had in my entire Icelandic trip. Mike and Adam were incredibly friendly, professional and offered a unique adventure of the beaten path of other standard tours. The zip line/ice cave tour was incredible and I will be recommending everyone that travels to Iceland to check it out. Thanks for a phenomenal experience
Mitchel Burnell
Mitchel Burnell
2023-03-29
AN ABSOLUTE ESSENTIAL. We had an incredible tour with Adam and Mike. Their friendliness and service was unparalleled and made the experience unforgettable. If you’re coming to Iceland do yourself a favor and book with them!!
Julie Losier Charette
Julie Losier Charette
2023-03-29
Best tour experience ever! I booked two multi-day tours with Ice Pic Journeys and loved every second! Ryan and Mike are the best team. They are very professional, skilled, knowledgeable about Iceland and fun to be with. They were private tours, which were organized and customized just for me. The pictures are mind blowing and included in the guiding tours which is amazing. They know the best spots, the best times and the best poses. I liked it so much I went back 6 months later. I definitely recommend Ice Pic Journeys and I will go back again for sure!
cat camp
cat camp
2023-03-11
Super memorable tour with my guide, which also a professional photographer , Ryan , they provide high quality tours to different impressive scene in Iceland , especially great guide for photographing the Blue Ice Cage .Tours come along with professional photos , I had a really good experience with Ice Pic Journeys , recommend to all travellers to Iceland !!
Sivasree J
Sivasree J
2023-02-24
Best tour experience and mind blowing photos. We did our ice cave exploration with Mike. He was very friendly, very good company and very knowledgable about Iceland. He was also very considerate of our 7 year old little one who wanted multiple stops on the way. The tour was a very private experience as it was just our family. We also went deep inside the cave where it was very dark and we were the only ones there. We found other tour operators on our way back which seemed very crowded. The best part of choosing Ice Pic Journey is of course the mind blowing photos that they send tags and send you. It’s pure magical. The best souvenir for a trip that you will never forget! Highly recommend them.
Kim Nunez
Kim Nunez
2023-02-17
Can't recommend this company enough! We went on the ice climbing and ice cave tour and had an amazing time. Trym was our guide and really helped to make the experience for us! This was the highlight of our trip. He took amazing photos and was super personable. Having a private guide and photos to go along with your experience is really some that can't be beat. Will definitely be booking with them again on our next trip!
Kathryn Cavan
Kathryn Cavan
2023-02-05
One of the Best Tours I took in Iceland! Great Tour Guide, Beautiful Photos an overall great experience!
Mitch
Mitch
2022-12-04
What a day, what great organisation (Ryan), what an epic tour (Mike). These guys know what they do 🤙 Quality before quantity. Worth it a thousand times 🚀

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