Description

Pick-up is available in Reykjavík or at Keflavík International Airport.
Please note that while the sequence of the itinerary may vary depending on the starting location, the same stops and highlights will be included along the way.

Your adventure begins at the tranquil yet mysterious Kleifarvatn, a deep volcanic lake surrounded by steaming hills and rugged lava fields. From there, we step into the vibrant geothermal valley of Seltún Geothermal Area, where bubbling mud pools, hissing fumaroles, and colorful mineral deposits reveal the earth’s intense energy just beneath the surface. Nearby, we visit the historic black wooden church Krýsuvíkurkirkja, a beautifully restored 19th-century chapel standing alone in a striking volcanic landscape — a peaceful and photogenic cultural stop.

We continue to the striking crater of Stóra-Eldborg, a beautifully formed red scoria cone rising from ancient lava fields. A moderate hike rewards you with sweeping panoramic views over the peninsula’s dramatic terrain.

The coastline reveals its raw power at Brimketill, a naturally carved lava pool where Atlantic waves surge dramatically against the rocks. Nearby, the black sand cove of Stóra-Sandvík offers a peaceful stretch shaped by wind, sea, and time.

At Gunnuhver, powerful steam vents and Iceland’s largest mud pool create an otherworldly atmosphere. The journey continues to Reykjanesviti, Iceland’s oldest lighthouse area, where dramatic sea cliffs meet the vast North Atlantic.

Before returning to Reykjavík, you’ll stand at the symbolic Bridge Between Continents and walk between the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates — a rare opportunity to experience Iceland’s unique geological position firsthand.