Trekking through the Icelandic Highlands

The Laugavegur Trek is one of National Geographic's top 20 treks in the world

Snow capped mountains in the iceland highlands

The Laugavegur Trek is one the best hiking routes in iceland

AdventureTripr founder Preeti Suri and Husband on the Laugavegur Trek in Iceland.

5-Day Laugavegur Trek Classic Hut-based

Max 12 people Moderate difficulty Intermediate experience

Overview

The rumors are true! Trekking in the southern highlands, from the geothermal hot spots in Landmannalaugar to the lush green landscape in Þórsmörk valley, is even more beautiful in person.

Your highly experienced and knowledgeable trekking guide will take you over vibrant yellow mountains, black sand deserts and past majestic canyons during this Laugavegur Trek. The magical and diverse landscape, combined with the long and bright Icelandic summer days, will delight all of your senses. Your guide will show you all the must-see sites and hidden gems along the trail and enrich your experience with local stories and folklore.

In the evenings, you will relax and rejuvenate in cozy mountain huts and enjoy delicious Icelandic meals. We top off this amazing adventure with a celebratory BBQ on the last night in Þórsmörk. It is no surprise that National Geographic named the Laugavegur Trek of the 20 best treks in the world!

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Itinerary

Day 1: Reykjavík - Landmannalaugar - Hrafntinnusker

We take the public bus from BSI bus terminal at 07:00, that during the summer months drives the mountain tracks that lead to Landmannalaugar, passing by the Hekla volcano and other volcanoes in the Dómadalur area. Arriving in Landmannalaugar at noon, we have a lunch and then head south into the mountains. The trail takes us past small gorges, steaming hot springs and yellow mountain ridges. Arrival at Hrafntinnusker mountain hut in the late afternoon, where we will stay the night.

Distance: 12 km (7.5 mi)

Walking time: 4 - 5 hrs

Ascent: 470 m (1540 ft)

Day 2: Hrafntinnusker - Álftavatn

Day 3: Álftavatn - Emstrur

Day 4: Emstrur - Þórsmörk

Day 5: Þórsmörk - Reykjavík

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Accommodations

On day 1, for 4 days

Cozy Huts. We will stay in a different cozy mountain hut each night along the trek. All of the huts are heated, some have electricity and some have hot water. They have bunk rooms with single and twin beds, participants have to be prepared to share a bunk rooms with other travelers from the group.

Pricing

Included:

All meals

Transfers

Accommodation

Admission fees

Guide fees

Luggage transfers

Excluded:

Alcoholic beverages

Gratuities

Flights

Porter

Visas

Travel insurance

Personal gear

Do not forget to arrange for the requisite passport, visa and travel insurance, if you are booking an international trip.

We try our best to ensure accurate and up-to-date guide information, but in some cases this may change due to emergencies or other unforeseen guide scheduling challenges. In any case, another highly-rated, certified guide with similar experience would lead your trip and you will be kept informed of any such case.