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Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour
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Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour
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6 days
Jun-Sep
Trekking
Guided, Scheduled
Mountain huts
Hard (4/5)
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Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour Details
Overview
Overview for Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour
Get the best of two epic trails on this 6-day trekking tour of Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals. Head through otherworldly landscapes for a week with experienced guides. Don’t worry about meals or accommodation—just take your pack and hike through some of the most incredible nature in the world. Trekkers hail to Iceland from all over, and for excellent reasons.
The unique geography and geology will astound you each day as you complete a 70-km loop with your group and guides. Visit volcanoes, colourful hills and peaks, plateaus covered in grass and flowers, waterfalls, canyons, and so much more.
If Iceland is on your bucket list, the Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour is sure to deliver!
Itinerary
Itinerary for Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour
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Day 1
Reykjavík to Hrafntinnusker
Overnight Location - Mountain hut | Distance - 12 km, 4–5 hours, 470 m of ascent | Meals - Lunch, DinnerWelcome to Iceland! You’ll meet your guide and group at the bus station in Reykjavík to depart for the trailhead together. Along the ride, you’ll start to see the landscapes changing, entering into the region that holds the incredible trails you’ll walk on over the next week. Reach Landmannalaugar by noon, have lunch, then set out for the mountains on trails rich with geothermal activity and colourful mountains and hills. You’ll be welcomed to the Hrafntinnusker hut by the late afternoon, where you can relax while your guides prepare your first Icelandic dinner. Settle into your cozy accommodation for the night.
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Day 2
Hike to Álftavatn Lake
Overnight Location - Mountain hut | Distance - 12 km, 4–5 hours, 490 m of descent | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerRise early and enjoy breakfast prepared by your guides. Today, you’ll hike south through the gorges of Jökultungur, a region filled with hundreds of steaming mineral springs and mud pools. Your guide will then lead you to an outstanding viewpoint to see the tremendous Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers. Reach the lakeside hut in Álftavatn by the late afternoon. Drop your bags, and wander around this area as you watch the sunset behind the mountains and wait for dinner. Get a good night’s sleep for a big day tomorrow.
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Day 3
Trek to Emstrur Region
Overnight Location - Mountain hut | Distance - 16 km, 6–7 hours, 40 m of descent | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerGet up to catch the sunrise over Álftavatn lake, then enjoy a hearty breakfast with your group. Today’s hike leads you over ethereal terrain from the black-sand deserts of Mælifellssandur to colourful volcanoes jutting out of the earth. Continue towards the Emstrur region, home to local shepherds, and the impressive Markafljót Canyon, reaching 200 m in depth. You’ll arrive at the Botnar hut to stay the night. Check out the brilliant stars when it gets dark—you are so far from civilization now!
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Day 4
Hike to Þórsmörk (Woods of Thor)
Overnight Location - Mountain hut | Distance - 18 km, 6–7 hours, 300 m of descent | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerWake up for a nice breakfast with the crew, then set out for another awesome day of hiking. Descend into gorges and come out to find views of colourful hills in the Emstrur region. Enter into a new landscape of dense birch forests and vivid flowers as you arrive in Þórsmörk. Your guides will lead you to your hut accommodation for the night.
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Day 5
Explore Þórsmörk Valley
Overnight Location - Mountain hut | Distance - 20km, 6-7 hours, 900m of ascent | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerToday you will climb up the hills leading to the pass of Fimmvörðuháls, walking along the Kattarhryggir ridges with views to the impressive mountain of Útigönguhöfði up to Morinsheiði heath. At the end of the Morinsheiði plateau, you will have an amazing view of the lava stream that flowed down from the Fimmvörðuháls volcano.
Continuing uphill above Morinsheiði, you will arrive near the two craters Magni and Móði that erupted prior to the main Eyjafjallajökull crater. Afterwards, you will head back to Þórsmörk with the magnificent view over the glaciers and this beautiful valley for a celebratory barbeque dinner and night in Básar Hut.
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Day 6
Final Day in Þórsmörk Valley
Overnight Location - None | Distance - 5-8 km, 3-4 hours | Meals - Breakfast, LunchDay 6 of the tour will be your last day spent in the hiker’s paradise of Þórsmörk, where you will have an abundance of choices between various paths. For example, you can choose to visit the Sönghellir cave (“Song cave”), climb up the small mountain of Valahnúkur – from where the magnificent views can be enjoyed – or hike into the beautifully carved canyon Stakkholtsgjá. This oasis between the mountains is also an ideal place to relax and just enjoy nature. In the afternoon you will make your return to Reykjavik to wrap up the adventure.
Tour Highlights
Highlights for Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour
Complete a 70-km loop on two of Iceland’s world-renowned trails.
Visit deep canyons, majestic waterfalls, lava patches, forests, and black-sand deserts.
Spend a night in a hut nestled between the Mýrdalsjökull and Eyjafjallajökull glaciers.
Indulge in Icelandic hospitality with gourmet food prepared by your guides for each meal.
What's Included
What's Included for Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour
Meals
All 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodation for 5 nights is included in the tour.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for your luggage is included when travelling between huts. Tickets for public transportation are included for transfers at the beginning and end of the trek to and from Reykjavík.
Also Included
- English-speaking mountain guide
Not included
- Sleeping bag (can be added for a fee)
- Shower in mountain hut (payable on site)
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Anything not mentioned as “included”
Optional Extras
- Sleeping bag rental: $75USD per person
- Hiking poles rental: $25USD per person
Dates & Prices
Dates and Prices for Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour
This guided tour in Iceland is always run as a group tour on select dates, therefore the price per person is fixed.
The prices below are per person:
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2024-06-21 Reykjavík 6 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2024-06-26 Reykjavík | 6 | 5+ | $2,495USDBook Now | Book Now | |
2024-06-28 Reykjavík 6 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2024-07-03 Reykjavík | 6 | 5+ | $2,495USDBook Now | Book Now | |
2024-07-05 Reykjavík 6 days / 0 Spaces Left | 2024-07-10 Reykjavík | 6 | 0 | $2,495USD | ||
2024-07-12 Reykjavík 6 days / 4 Spaces Left | 2024-07-17 Reykjavík | 6 | 4 | $2,495USDBook Now | Book Now | |
2024-07-19 Reykjavík 6 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2024-07-24 Reykjavík | 6 | 5+ | $2,495USDBook Now | Book Now | |
2024-07-26 Reykjavík 6 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2024-07-31 Reykjavík | 6 | 5+ | $2,495USDBook Now | Book Now | |
2024-08-02 Reykjavík 6 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2024-08-07 Reykjavík | 6 | 5+ | $2,495USDBook Now | Book Now | |
2024-08-09 Reykjavík 6 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2024-08-14 Reykjavík | 6 | 5+ | $2,495USDBook Now | Book Now | |
2024-08-16 Reykjavík 6 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2024-08-21 Reykjavík | 6 | 5+ | $2,495USDBook Now | Book Now | |
2024-08-23 Reykjavík 6 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2024-08-28 Reykjavík | 6 | 5+ | $2,495USDBook Now | Book Now | |
2024-08-30 Reykjavík 6 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2024-09-04 Reykjavík | 6 | 5+ | $2,495USDBook Now | Book Now | |
2024-09-06 Reykjavík 6 days / 5+ Spaces Left | 2024-09-11 Reykjavík | 6 | 5+ | $2,495USDBook Now | Book Now |
Accommodation
Accommodation for Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour
This tour is based in traditional mountain huts. The huts are basic but do provide running water, flushable toilets or outhouses, and fully-equipped kitchens. 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 with other travellers from the group. You can choose to bring your own sleeping bag or rent one from the tour company.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Single rooms are not available on this tour as mountain huts only have shared dormitories.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions for Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour
How hard is the Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour?
We rate this tour as a 4 / 5. You should be comfortable hiking for up to 7 hours and sleeping in remote mountain huts during the tour.
Do I need a visa to travel to Iceland?
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Are meals included on the Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour?
All 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners are included.
What should I have with me on this trek?
Please check the list below: Boots and Clothing
- Sturdy Hiking Boots – waterproof with good ankle support
- Long sleeve shirt (thermal underwear) – Wool or synthetic
- T-shirt (thermal underwear), Wool or synthetic
- Light wool or fleece sweater (2nd layer)
- Trousers – Strong and light material that dries quickly e.g. soft-shell
- Jacket with a good hood – windproof, waterproof and breathable, e.g. Gore-Tex or comparable
- Rain trousers – windproof, waterproof and breathable. Please note that full raingear is mandatory in Iceland, poncho is not useful because of wind
- Gloves – Wool or synthetic 2 pairs of different thickness
- Socks – Wool or synthetic. Two or three pairs
- Warm hat – Wool or synthetic
- Swimwear if you want to bathe in the hot geothermal pool in Landmannalaugar
Other gear
- A duffel bag for the transport of your overnight gear between huts. Please avoid bringing a suitcase!
- Day backpack for extra clothes and lunch pack during the day. 25 – 40L (1500 – 2500 cu in)
- River shoes – Walking sandals or old running shoes with a good grip are a good choice, along with a pair of warm socks or neoprene socks. Open sandals or flip-flops will not do the job
- Sleeping bag. A basic sleeping bag with no specific temperature rating is sufficient for this trek since all the huts are heated
- Towel – light weight and packable
- Sunglasses & sun protection
- Water container – thermos flask, water bottle 0.5 – 1L. or camelbak
- Headlamp for reading and getting around the hut
- Change of clothes for wearing in the hut
- Personal first aid kit – including blister care
- Prescription medication and other personal health items
- Toiletries; Toothbrush, toothpaste, soap etc
- Earplugs
- Lunch box
Optional gear
- Walking pole(s). To preserve the vulnerable nature please keep the rubber tip protectors on.
- Power-bank / extra battery for your electronics – small solar cells usually do not work that well in Iceland, so a pre-charged power bank is a better option. Charging your electronics in the highlands often is not an option or will cost you extra. Having converters adapters for 220 V and/or USB will help.
- Gaiters (recommended for departures in June and early July)
- Pocket knife
- Sun/rain hat or a cap
- Shorts
- Small thermal mat (to sit on for lunch breaks)
- Puffy jacket (e.g. Primaloft or down)
- Dry-bags for electronics and extra clothing
- Slippers for indoor use
- Pillow or pillow case (to wrap around your warm sweater or down jacket for a pillow)
- Playing cards and travel games – or other toys you might like and can travel
- Cash– for the showers, a shower normally costs about 500 ISK
- Book - to read during the evenings
- Aperitif or other heart-warming spirits
Do I need insurance?
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.
How do I get to Reykjavík to start this tour?
You can reach Reykjavík by plane from many major European and North American airports. You will make your own way to the bus station in Reykjavík to start the tour.
Is the Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour in English?
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
Where does the Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour end?
The tour ends in Reykjavík, where you can take public transportation to the airport.
Do I need special vaccines to travel to Iceland?
Check with your family doctor.
Are there any travel restrictions for Iceland?
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
When is the best time to travel to Iceland for this tour?
The best time to travel to Iceland for trekking is from June to August when the weather is warmest.
Tour Difficulty
Difficulty for Laugavegur and Fimmvorduhals Trekking Tour
Hard
We rate this tour as a 4 / 5. You should be comfortable hiking for up to 7 hours and sleeping in remote mountain huts during the tour.
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