Iceland Guided Hiking Tours
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Overview
Highlights
- Relaxing in hot springs under the midnight sun after a day of hiking
- Hiking in out of this world landscapes past glaciers, waterfalls, steam vents, canyons, and lava fields
- Seeing incredible vistas that can only be seen by hikers
- Eating delicious food while on trail- a mix of American/continental and Icelandic cuisine
- Additional activities can be arranged before/after the hiking tour
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Trip includes
- Bus transfer from Reykjavik to Landmannalaugar and from Þórsmörk to Reykjavik
- All meals from lunch on Day 1 through dinner on Day 5
- 3 nights tent accommodations and 1 night hut accommodation
- Two knowledgeable leaders
- Online trip photo album, and a Carpe Mundo shirt
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Itinerary
Transfer from Reykjavik. Our trip starts off with a morning bus transfer from Reykjavik to Landmannalaugar. This beautiful area in the Icelandic Highlands is famous for its colorful mountains. After settling in, we hike a couple of hours (~5 miles) in the surrounding ...
Hike to Hrafntinnusker (~7.5 miles). Today we start the official Laugavegur trek. We hike through old lava fields, over a few hills, past geothermal steam vents, and up to an open plateau. When we arrive at Hrafntinnusker, you can take an optional hike to see ice caves formed by geothermal water running beneath the snow- a truly incredible sight!
Hike to Hvanngil (~11 miles). Today’s hike has a few very manageable ups and downs, hiking to a ridge that reveals surreal vistas of the highlands- you will be able to see volcanoes, glaciers, valleys, and lakes all from the same spot. This is perhaps one of the best ...
Hike to Emstrur (~7.5 miles). Today is one of the easiest days with a shorter distance and mostly flat terrain. We hike through a wide, open volcanic plain, past a powerful and scenic waterfall, and over several small rivers. We can start to see the infamous Eyjafjall...
Hike to þórsmörk (~9.5 miles). Today’s hike does not have as much elevation as the previous days, but is still full of beauty! We cross the Syðri Emstruá canyon, hike through an Icelandic forest, and continue on towards Iceland’s most infamous volcano- Eyjafjallajökul...
Optional Hiking & Return to Reykjavik. We start the morning hiking around þórsmörk, exploring a nearby canyon. This is one of the most beautiful hiking areas in all of Iceland, and you will be glad that you spent an extra day to discover the incredible canyons before heading back to Reykjavik!
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.
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What's excluded
- Airfare (we can help!)
- Airport transfers
- Meals not listed above
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal hiking gear (backpack and sleeping bag available for rent)
- Travel insurance, leader gratuities
Accommodation
This trip is a tent-based trip, with one night in a typical Icelandic mountain hut. We use high quality, lightweight backpacking tents that accommodate 3-4 people (if you would prefer a tent for 1-2 people, this can be arranged for an additional fee). We camp at designated locations along the trail where you will have access to toilets, running water, and often times hot showers (500 ISK) and the ability to charge electronics (for a fee at select locations). When staying in the huts, accommodations are heated dorm-style rooms with bunk beds.
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