Kirkjufell mountain at Grundarfjörður on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula

Day tours from Reykjavik to Snæfellsnes and Arnarstapi

If you would rather not drive 190 km each way on coastal roads, a guided day tour from Reykjavik covers the peninsula in one long day.

Photo: Jakub Hałun, CC BY 4.0

By Arnarstapi.com editors · Updated

How to pick a tour

Look first at the itinerary: not every Snæfellsnes tour stops at Arnarstapi, and some spend more time around Kirkjufell. Then check the group size, the pickup point and the total hours. All the tours below start in Reykjavik unless the title says otherwise.

Our top pick: From Reykjavik: Snæfellsnes Peninsula Full-Day Tour

Most reviewed

From Reykjavik: Snæfellsnes Peninsula Full-Day Tour

The most-reviewed option. 4.7/5 from about 3,900 reviews, as shown in October 2026.

Check availability

Top rated

Reykjavik: Snaefellsnes & Mt. Kirkjufell Guided Minibus Tour

Minibus format. 4.8/5 from over 800 reviews, as shown in October 2026.

Check availability

Snaefellsnes Peninsula Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik

Small group. 4.7/5 from about 290 reviews, as shown in October 2026.

Check availability

Snæfellsnes Full-Day Tour with Homemade Meal

Includes a home-cooked local dinner. 4.8/5 from over 530 reviews, as shown in October 2026.

Check availability

Why book online

  • Free cancellation on most tickets, usually up to 24 hours before
  • Reserved time slot: no queue at the ticket desk
  • Mobile ticket on your phone
  • Reviews from verified travelers

Activities once you are there

Lava Fields ATV Tour by Snæfellsjökull Glacier

Based on the peninsula. 4.6/5 from 38 reviews, as shown in October 2026.

Check availability

Grundarfjörður: Daytime Kayak Tour with Mt. Kirkjufell Views

4.9/5 from over 200 reviews, as shown in October 2026.

Check availability

From Grundarfjordur: Snaefellsnes Peninsula Half-Day Tour

A shorter option if you are already on the peninsula. 4.5/5 from over 170 reviews, as shown in October 2026.

Check availability

Tour or rental car?

A tour is easier in winter and if you dislike driving. A car lets you stay longer at Arnarstapi and walk the full cliff path to Hellnar. Read the getting there page and driving safety before deciding.

Ask about time at Arnarstapi. If the cliff walk matters to you, pick an itinerary that gives at least 45 to 60 minutes in the village.

Check stays in Arnarstapi

Frequently asked questions

How long is a Snæfellsnes day tour?

Usually a full day from Reykjavik, often around 10 to 12 hours depending on the operator. Check the exact duration on the tour page.

Which stops do tours usually include?

Common stops are Kirkjufell, coastal villages such as Arnarstapi or Hellnar, and views of Snæfellsjökull. Itineraries differ, so check the tour description for Arnarstapi.

Is a small-group tour better?

Smaller groups tend to be more flexible and stop at quieter places, but cost more. A larger coach is usually cheaper.

Some links are affiliate links: if you book through them we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It funds the research behind this site.