Laugavegur Trek

	Day 1: Arrive & Reykjavik Arrive at Keflavík Airport in Iceland and transfer to central Reykjavík via Flybus. After settling in at your first night’s accommodation in central Reykjavik, you’ll be able to warm up your leg muscles for the next days’ trek with a leisurely walk around the city center.   The historic downtown area offers an array of cafes, shops, museums and other attractions along with great restaurants to ensure you won’t go to bed hungry. Spend the night at KEX Hostel (or similar) in the city center of Reykjavik.	Highlights Reykjavik
	Day 2: Geothermal Wonders After breakfast at your accommodation, meet with the group at the BSÍ bus terminal in central Reykjavik. From there, a scenic 3 – 4 hour bus ride takes us along the South Coast, passing Iceland’s most active volcano, Hekla, on our way to Landmannalaugar. From Landmannalaugar, our first stretch of the trek takes us through a geothermal wonderland with steaming hot springs, such as the picturesque Stórihver, and colorful rhyolite mountains before crossing into the obsidian desert by Hrafntinnusker. Walking distance: 12 km (7.5 mi) Walking time: 4 - 5 hrs Ascent: 470 m (1540') Spend the night in a mountain hut at Hrafntinnusker, one of the most remote huts in Iceland.	Highlights Hekla Landmannalaugar Hrafntinnusker
	Day 3: Scenery of All Colors After breakfast in the hut, we’ll be ready to hit the trail again! Today we follow along the colorful Reykjafjöll Mountains with a descent into the Jökultungur area, where geothermal activity has turned the gullies yellow and red. From the top of Jökultungur we’ll also have a great view over Fjallabak and Lake Álftavatn, which is our destination for tonight. Before this day is over, we’ll also get an authentic highland experience—rolling up our trousers and crossing an un-bridged stream on foot. Walking Distance: 12 km (7.5 mi) Walking time: 4 - 5 hrs Descent: 490 m (1610') Spend the night in a mountain hut by Lake Álftavatn.	Highlights Reykjafjöll Mountains Jökultungur Fjallabak Lake Álftarvatn
	Day 4: Crossing the Black Desert Starting the day with another refreshing stream crossing, we’ll make our way past the green mountain of Stórasúla and Hattafell, a volcano with a strange flat top, on our way into the desert of Mælifellssandur. Our trek through this black glacial desert takes us into Emstrur, where we have a chance to view the Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers. Just before reaching the hut in Botnar, our lodging for this evening, we’ll take a detour off the path to look at Markarfljótsgljúfur, a nearly 200 meter deep canyon carved by the glacial river of Markarfljót. Walking distance: 15 km (9.5 mi) Walking time: 6 - 7 hrs Descent: 40 m (130') Spend the night in a mountain hut at Botnar.	Highlights Stórasúla and Hattafell volcanoes Mælifellssandur Eyjafjallajökull Mýrdalsjökull glacier Markarfljótsgljúfur canyon
	Day 5: Þórsmörk Nature Reserve With Emstrur behind us, we’ll continue along the canyons on our way to Þórsmörk, just a few kilometers from Mýrdalsjökull glacier. Descending into the lowland area of Almenningar we’ll start to see some trees in the scenery—a welcome sign that we’re getting closer to our destination for the evening. Hiking under the steep Mt. Einhyrningur (“The Unicorn”), we’ll finally enter into the dense birch forest of Þórsmörk, an oasis of green surrounded by the Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers. Walking distance: 15 km (9.5 mi) Walking time: 6 - 7 hrs Descent: 300 m (985') Spend the night in a mountain hut at Þórsmörk.	Highlights Þórsmörk Nature Reserve
	Day 6: Day to Explore Þórsmörk We'll spend this free day exploring our surroundings in Þórsmörk ("the woods of Thor"), an area of exceptional beauty and natural diversity. We can hike on one of many paths around the valley, perhaps with a visit to the Sönghellir cave (“Song Cave”) or a detour up to Valahnjúkur, an excellent viewpoint. Those who prefer to simply relax and rest their muscles can stay and enjoy nature close to the hut.  Walking distance (optional): 0 - 10 km (0 - 6 mi) Walking time (optional): 0 - 6 hrs Spend another night in a mountain hut at Þórsmörk.	Highlights Þórsmörk Nature Reserve
	Day 7: Between the Glaciers We’ll leave Þórsmörk early in the morning and head for the mountain pass between the two glaciers, Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull—site of the infamous volcano of the same name. Our fascinating route also takes us past the “lava waterfall” formed in the 2010 eruption of Fimmvörðuháls as well as the two new volcanic craters, Magni and Móði—named after the sons of Thor, the Norse god of thunder. We’ll hike a different path down to Þórsmörk, where a bus will take us back to Reykjavík. We will arrive at around 19:00 to the BSÍ bus terminal. From there you can take a taxi to your accommodation in the city center and enjoy the evening at your leisure. Walking distance: 16 km (10 mi) Walking time: 7 - 8 hrs Ascent: 800 m (2600') Spend the night at KEX Hostel (or similar) in the city center of Reykjavik.	Highlights Magni and Móði craters Eyjafjallajökull Mýrdalsjökull glaciers
	Day 8: Departure After a great week of trekking and exploration, it’s time to pack up the hiking boots and head home today. Transportation to Keflavik Airport is provided via Flybus. If your flight is in the afternoon, we highly recommend a trip to the Blue Lagoon to soothe your sore hiking muscles in the warm geothermal waters.	Highlights Reykjavik

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About the mountain huts

The mountain huts in the Landmannalaugar and Þórsmörk wilderness areas are simple but cozy. All are heated and hot showers are available in shared men‘s or women‘s bathroom facilities in separate buildings. Guests sleep in single or twin bunk beds in shared dormitories. If a hut is fully booked, single participants may need to share a double bunk with other persons (although this is uncommon).

Availability of accommodation

Please note that although we have included specific accommodations within our holiday packages, these may be subject to change.

Due to high demand in the busy summer months (June-August), the selection of accommodations may be limited in some of Iceland‘s more remote rural areas. Therefore, we reserve the right to substitute a named property in the same locality for one of a similar standard or higher, and we will ensure that our clients are notified in advance of the departure date.

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Included 2 night’s accommodation (simple/standard/comfort) in Reykjavik, breakfast included 5 nights’ accommodation in simple guesthouses or mountain huts during the trek Full board (all meals included) from Day 2 until dinner on Day 7 English-speaking professional guide, Day 2 - Day 7 Sleeping bag (on request only) Boat tour at Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon Flybus transfers to/from Keflavík Airport Taxes and service fee Not included Flights to/from Iceland Personal travel insurance Transfer from BSI bus terminal to your accommodation in Reykjavik on Day 7 (Taxi recommended) Meals and drinks at restaurants (unless otherwise stated)

Other

• Hiking level is moderate. This tour is suitable for reasonably fit travelers in good health. No prior hiking experience is necessary.
• This is an assisted trek. Your luggage and food will be transported from hut to hut in a jeep so you only have to carry a small daypack with water and essentials on the hikes. At the end of each day you can relax while your guide prepares dinner and dessert!
• Sleeping bag can be provided on request
• Customers will be provided with a list of packing suggestions after booking. Iceland´s climate can be unpredictable so having the right clothing and gear is essential for your comfort and enjoyment.
• Travel insurance is highly recommended.
• Please inform us at the time of booking if you have any special dietary needs (vegan, food intolerances, etc.) and we will do our best to accommodate them.
• Please note that due to weather and road conditions, the itinerary may be subject to change.
• This tour is operated in English. Tours can be conducted in French, German, Spanish and Scandinavian languages on request.
• If you’re interested in departure dates other than those listed on this site, please contact us for availability. Private tours are also available at an additional cost.

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