Private Reykjanes Peninsula Tour

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Discover the Reykjanes peninsula near Reykjavik with your own driver and vehicle.

Availability:

Year-round

Duration:

day guided tour

Guided languages:

English

Accommodation:

nights accomodation with breakfast

Description

The Reykjanes Peninsula, a UNESCO Global Geopark, sits on Iceland's southwest corner, home to both Keflavík International Airport and the Blue Lagoon. It's slightly less explored than other areas near Reykjavík but is an absolute gem.

The tour begins with pickup at your chosen spot and heads straight into the wild Reykjanes landscape, uncovering hidden treasures like the boiling mud pools at Seltún, Lake Kleifarvatn, Reykjanesviti Lighthouse, and the Bridge Between Continents at the peninsula's tip.

The peninsula feels otherworldly, shaped by ancient volcanic activity. It's one of the few places where the Mid-Atlantic Ridge rises above sea level, making the separation of the North American and Eurasian plates clearly visible. No eruptions have occurred here for over 700 years, though the area hosts active geothermal fields and a power plant focused on energy research.

Customize Your Private Reykjanes Tour

Since it's a private tour, the itinerary is flexible. Popular add-ons include a visit to an active volcano, Gunnuhver hot spring, the Blue Lagoon, the Icelandic Rock 'n' Roll Museum in Keflavík, Krýsuvíkurberg Cliffs, or Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel. Contact us and we'll design the perfect tour for you.

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What’s included

  • Your own Driver and Vehicle
  • Pickup and Drop-off in Reykjavík
  • Private Guide for an additional charge

Optional add-ons

  • Visit an active volcano
  • Gunnuhver hot spring
  • Blue Lagoon
  • Icelandic Rock 'n' Roll Museum, Keflavík
  • Krýsuvíkurberg Cliffs
  • Raufarhólshellir Lava Tunnel

Tips and trivia

  • The North American and Eurasian tectonic plates move apart 1-3 cm per year
  • NASA tested equipment in Reykjanes and trained astronauts headed to the moon

Additional information

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Over 5,000 people have chosen this experience

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