Embark on a 5-day trekking experience along Iceland’s renowned Laugavegur Trail, a must for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers. Starting from the geothermal wonderland of Landmannalaugar and ending in the lush valleys of Þórsmörk, this guided trek takes you through some of Iceland’s most diverse landscapes. You’ll hike past volcanic deserts, colourful rhyolite mountains, and serene glacial rivers, all while staying in cosy mountain huts along the route. Suitable for experienced hikers, this unforgettable journey blends stunning scenery, challenging terrain, and the chance to immerse yourself in Iceland’s natural beauty.
Included in the trip will be a night in Reykjavik either side of the trekking experience – this will be to accommodate your flight arrivals and departures.
From £2,487 per person (excluding flights)
This is based on 2 nights’ accommodation in Reykjavik with breakfast, return airport transfers, transport at the beginning and end of trek, mountain hut sleeping bag accommodation in dormitories, transfer of luggage, full board during trek, experienced and qualified guide
This roughly converts to 2,960 EUR | 3,208 USD
Availability: The 5-Day Laugavegur Trek is a summer-only tour, running annually from early June through to mid-September.
Departure Days: Tours typically depart on Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays, though specific days may vary depending on the month. We advise booking early as spaces in the mountain huts are limited.
Trek Day 3 — Álftavatn to Emstrur continues the journey for a distance of approximately 15 km (9.5 mi). You will cross a stream and then trek across the vast black sand desert of Mælifellssandur, enjoying views of the distant glaciers. A major highlight is viewing the impressive, deep Markarfljótsgljúfur Canyon before reaching the green oasis of Botnar in Emstrur for your third night in a mountain hut.
Your final morning of hiking is a full day focused on sightseeing and activity. This day is primarily driving and stops, including visits to the iconic Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls and the black sand beach of Reynisfjara. The thrilling highlight is a guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull (a short but intense activity, not a long-distance trek). The tour concludes in the evening with your transfer back to Reykjavik, where you can check back into your hotel and enjoy a celebratory dinner.
