What you'll do
Touring West Iceland and the Snæfellsnes Peninsula will give you the opportunity to explore and experience a very broad range of things that Iceland has to offer. This ranges from black sand beaches, glaciers, hot sprints, waterfalls and cultural sights. You will also avoid some of the crowds from the South Coast. You can either start with West Iceland and then do the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, or the other way around by starting on the Peninsula and finishing in West Iceland.
Day 1
As mentioned, you can either start with West Iceland or flip the itinerary around and do the Snæfellsnes Peninsula first. Day 1 here assumes that you are starting in West Iceland, but this could as well be day 3/4. On this day, you will experience some of the top spots in West Iceland - famous for it’s sagas and culture. There are multiple options for hot-spring and spa experiences but I suggest just doing 1. The Hvammsvík baths are the newest addition. If you’re staying at Hotel Húsafell, then I suggest going to the Canyon Baths.
Blue Car Rental
Car_Rental
The Go to Car Rental in Iceland
There are many car rental places in Iceland, my go to is Blue Car Rental. I know they have extensive coverage around Iceland and have a very good customer service. Most (If not all) of the cars come with unlimited mileage and zero hidden cost.
The unlimited mileage is a huge plus in Iceland as it can always be so tempting to drive down just one more road!
Glymur Waterfall
Randonnée
Amazing waterfall
The tallest waterfall in Iceland. It's a bit of a hike but well worth it.
Krauma
spa
Geothermal pool and spa in West Iceland
Krauma is a nice geothermal pool. Consider having lunch here as well.
Snorrastofa
culture
Cultural center
Cultural center. My mom works here. Look for a tall blond lady - that's my mom. Her name is Sigrun. Make sure to say hi from Gunnar ;-) Go check out the old Snorralaug pool.
Opening Hours:
May through August, everyday, 10 am to 5 pm
September through April, weekdays only, 10 am to 5 pm
Háafell - Goat farm
Touristique
Goat farm - come say hallo to the goats
Say hello to the goats at this cute goat farm. This place provided goats to the Game of Thrones TV show. They sell goat-creams, cheeses and more.
Hraunfossar
Cascade
Waterfall
Gorgeous water with pristine blue water, coming from Langijökul .
Barnafossar
Cascade
Waterfalls
Another waterfall, connected to Hraunfossar - well worth a visit.
Husafell Canyon Baths
Source chaude
Canyon baths
Cool canyon baths. Tours are operated from the Húsafell hotel.
Hótel Húsafell
hôtel
Nice hotel
Nicest hotel in the area. Great food at restaurant too