The best-known of all treks in Iceland, this trail leads from the famous valley of Landmannalaugar in the southern highlands, south to Thórsmörk valley north of the great Eyjafjallajökull glacier. On the way, you will cross the third-biggest geothermal zone in the world, pass yellow rhyolite mountains, black deserts and green valleys. Accommodation is in comfortable mountain huts. Escorted tour with luggage transportation. International groups of 6 - 12 people will be guided by an experienced Icelandic trekking guide. A perfect outdoor holiday trip to Iceland!
Transfer at 07.15 to 07.45am from your accommodation in Reykjavik. After a drive to Landmannalaugar, a beautiful rhyolite area, we will go for a relaxing walk, and you will be able to take a bath in a natural hot pool, and enjoy a meal and an overnight stay at a hut in Landmannalaugar.
We will start early and only carry the things we really need. At first our hiking path is slowly uphill until we get to the hot spring area of Storihver. After we have passed Hrafntinnusker, we will have a great view and walk on the plateau, until we descend to Lake Alftavatn and our hut for this night.
Walking time: ca. 8 hours
Today we will cross a few rivers and walk over areas of sand and gravel, to enjoy the vast country and its solitude. The region is rather flat, but you can admire the surrounding glaciers and mountains. We will stay in a hut at Emstrur, and have a meal there.
Walking time: ca. 6 hours
We will start our day with a walk through an impressive canyon, to get a great view on the Myrdalsjokull glacier. We cross the river Sydri-Emstruá on a bridge, where the trek continues easily along the Markarfljot river. Before reaching Thorsmork, we’ll need to wade through a river called Thronga, then stay in a hut, where we will have dinner.
Walking time: ca. 6 hours
On our last day, we will climb the hill Valahnjukur, to catch a great view over Thorsmork's scenery. After lunch, the bus departs at 14:30 to Reykjavik, arrival time is 18:00.
Walking time: ca. 3-4 hours
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| Travel Period | Price |
|---|---|
| between 01.06.-31.08. | $ 1,515,- |
*The Icelandic accommodation tax incl. Icelandic VAT (valid since January, 1st 2024) of currently 666 ISK ($ 4.80) per night will be added at the time of booking.
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