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Reykjanes Geopark and Lava Landscapes

Operated by Gateway to Iceland

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Duration:7 hours

Travel by:Mini Bus / Car

Difficulty:Very Easy

Hotel pickup:Meet at location

Meeting point:Reykjavík

About this experience

Main Sights:

Reykjanes peninsula and driving through lava fields
Kleifarvatn, Grænavatn lakes
Krýsuvík geothermal area
The Bridge between the continents
Gunnuhver steaming mud pools
Reykjanesviti Lighthouse & bird cliffs

Pickup time: 9:00 - 9:30 am

Duration: ca 7 hrs

Drop off options:

KEF airport (ca 2:30 pm - suitable for flights at 4:00 pm and later)
Blue Lagoon (ca 2:45 pm - suitable for admissions at 3:00 pm - admissions not included in the price, please make your own reservation)
Reykjavík (ca 3:30 pm)

Description:

Included in UNESCO Global Geopark, Reykjanes is truly a gem. But this crucible of geothermal energy, seismic activity, and tectonic movements is hidden in plain sight. It is a welcome sign to many tourists who come and visit Iceland by plane, and as such Reykjanes is often unjustly overlooked. Until now.

We will start our tour by visiting two beautiful lakes: Kleifarvatn and Grænavatn. Both of them being spectacular places for photographers to explore and everyone else to enjoy. Have we mentioned there are rumors of odd creatures hiding in their depths?

Prepare to be amazed when facing multicolored hills of Krýsuvík, before coming back north and continuing your way to Keflavík, where we take a lunch break (lunch not included in the price).

Then you will be able to find yourself between two continents for a moment by walking across the Bridge between continents.

Finally, will go to discover Gunnuhver - geothermal area of mud pools with a ghost story embedded in its past. For those of you interested in urban development, you will get to see Iceland’s most popular lighthouse - Reykjanesviti.

This tour can be perfect for your last day as it combines a relatively unexplored part of Iceland with transfers to either the international airport or the Blue Lagoon. And if you would rather head back to Reykjavík, you are left with plenty of daytime to enjoy the capital after we drop you off back at your hotel/downtown Reykjavík.

Notice: Volcanic Activity in Reykjanes Peninsula

Please be aware that this route has changed due to volcanic activity in the region, resulting in longer driving times.

In rare cases, some sections may be unavailable and will be replaced by alternative routes.

Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities. We appreciate your understanding during these extraordinary circumstances.

Thank you for your patience and support.

Highlights

Geothermal and Geological
Nature & Scenery
Volcano

Places you may visit

Reykjanes

What's included

Pickup and drop-off from designated bus stops and hotels
Professional and local driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Small-group tour (tour operated exclusively on minibuses with a maximum of 19 passengers)

Good to know

Outdoor clothes, preferably the wind and waterproof, solid shoes

Gateway to Iceland reserves the right to delay, alter or cancel any tour due to weather or any other unsafe conditions for the safety of our clients.
All departures require a minimum number of participants in order to operate; 4 adults.
Winter version: in case there is a heavy snow fall in winter, it can happen that the road along Kleifarvatn, Krýsuvík and Grænavatn is closed. In that case, other additional stops will be included.

Meeting point

Reykjavík

REY

Cancellation policy

For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*

*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.

Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io

Tour operator

Operated by

Gateway to Iceland

Questions & answers

How long is the tour?

7 hours

Where does the tour start?

Reykjavík, Reykjavík

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes — hotel pickup is required for this tour.

Is there a minimum age?

This tour is suitable for all ages.

From

19,300 ISK

per person

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Cancellation policy

For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io

Tour operator

Gateway to Iceland