Iceland

Laugavegur Trek and the Icelandic Adventure Guided Trekking Tour

duration: 8 days

difficulty: Moderate

group size: 12

experience: Intermediate

Overview

Get ready for an unforgettable trek that has captured the hearts of explorers and earned a spot among National Geographic's top twenty hikes in the world. This journey through Iceland's rugged landscapes is a masterpiece, where the stark beauty of fire and ice creates a scene like no other.

Highlights:

- Experience one of the world's top 10 treks as identified by National Geographic

- Traverse the mesmerizing landscapes of the Icelandic Highlands

- Visit Landmannalaugar, a geothermal wonderland dazzles with colorful rhyolite mountains and soothing natural hot springs

- Explore the lush valley of Thorsmork, nestled between glaciers and mountains

- Cross the Fimmvörðuháls pass between two glaciers with volcanic landscapes and cascading waterfalls

- Explore Iceland's famous South Coast with its iconic black sand beaches to towering waterfalls.

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Created By

Preeti Suri

Preeti Suri is a mountaineer, avid hiker, and photographer who founded AdventureTripr to make outdoor adventures accessible for every one. She is an ex-Investment Banker and consultant who traded her traditional career for an adventure of a lifetime, which has been the best decision of her life. Though naturally an introvert, Preeti comes alive on the trails, fostering fun, educational, and communal outdoor experiences. Her passion for nature is contagious, and she’s dedicated to helping others connect with the outdoors in meaningful ways.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Day: Welcome to Iceland

Upon arrival at Keflavík Airport, travelers will make their way to Reykjavík City, the vibrant heart of Iceland. Once in the city, you can check into your hotel in downtown Reykjavík anytime after 14:00/15:00. Take the rest of the day to relax, explore the city at your own pace, and soak in the unique atmosphere of the world's northernmost capital.

Meals: Dinner hosted by AdventureTripr Founder

Day 2: Arrival and Exploration in Landmannalaugar

Day 3: Preparing for the Day’s Trek

Day 4: Day Trek from Álftavatn to Emstrur

Day 5: Day Trek from Emstrur to Thórsmörk

Day 6: Morning in Thorsmörk and Transfer to Southeast Iceland

Day 7: Exploring Iceland's South Coast: Glacier Lagoon to Reykjavík

Day 8: Departure Day: Return to the Airport

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Accommodations

On day 1, for 1 day

You will be staying in a comfortable 3* hotel in Reykjavík, in a standard room on double occupancy basis

On day 2, for 4 days

On day 6, for 1 day

On day 7, for 1 day

Pricing

Included:

Transfers

Accommodation

Admission fees

Guide fees

Luggage transfers

Local guide

Some meals

Excluded:

Alcoholic beverages

Gratuities

Flights

Porter

Visas

Travel insurance

Personal gear

International flights

Domestic flights

Some meals

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.