Iceland Luxury Tour: Hiking Golden Circle, South Coast, and Beyond

Things to know

• What’s included?

  Included:

  • • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    • 6-day Iceland luxury tour
    • Accommodation for 5 nights in Hotel Ranga & Highland Base (double occupancy)
    • Private vehicle for the duration of the trip for all purposes
    • All meals, from lunch on Day 1 through lunch on Day 6
    • Transfer of luggage between lodgings
    • Glacier hike

  Add-ons:

  • • Single occupancy room — available to arrange at an additional cost, let us know if interested

  Not included:

  • • Transportation to and from Reykjavik
    • Personal hiking gear
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
    • Guide gratuities — optional
• How fit do I need to be?

  This Iceland luxury tour is suitable for everyone with a good fitness level and in generally good health. You’ll be hiking for several hours per day with moderate altitude change while carrying only a daypack. Your main luggage stays at lodgings. 

  Keep in mind that the weather and trail conditions may affect the difficulty, and you might encounter several minor river crossings along the trail.

  Want to see what else is there in the area? Discover more Iceland hiking tours here!

• What do I need to bring?

  Boots and clothing

  • • Lightweight hiking boots – waterproof with ankle support
    • River crossing shoes – open shoes will not do the job
    • Thermal underwear – long-sleeved wool top and bottom
    • Fleece or wool sweater or jacket
    • Strong and light hiking trousers that dry quickly
    • Jacket – windproof, waterproof, and breathable shell
    • Rain trousers – windproof, waterproof, and breathable shell
    • Fleece or wool gloves and beanie
    • Wool socks
    • Neck buff
    • Swimwear – if you want to bathe in the hot geothermal pools

  Gear and luggage

  • • Backpack with rain cover for use during the day (20–40 L)
    • Main luggage that will stay at the lodgings
    • Water bottle or hydration bladder (1–2 L)
    • Personal first aid kit, including blister care
    • Prescription medication and other personal health items
    • Toiletries, including toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, etc.
    • Headlamp or flashlight
    • Sunglasses and sun protection
    • Hiking poles and gaiters
• What will the weather be like?

  These Iceland luxury tours run in the summer, from July through September. Temperatures usually range between 5°C and 15°C once in the Highlands—so layering is key! On rare occasions, it can dip as low as -5°C or rise up to 25°C. Iceland’s weather is famously unpredictable, so the most important thing is to be well-prepared with proper clothing and gear.

  There’s really no “perfect” time to visit—each month offers its own unique charm, with changing landscapes, trail conditions, and experiences. Here’s what to expect throughout the season:

  • • July — The most stable weather of the season. Snow fields mostly gone, warmest and driest month, with minimal wind — ideal for hiking.
    • August — Snow-free trails and the first chances to catch the northern lights as the nights slowly return!
    • September — Crisp, chilly nights with a high chance of seeing the northern lights. The weather becomes less predictable, and the trail feels wilder as autumn approaches.
• Group sizes and age requirements

  Group sizes and prices:

  • • For this Iceland luxury tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 14:1.
    • It takes a minimum of 6 people for the tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 14 participants..

  Iceland luxury tours can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.

  Min. age requirements:

  • • If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
    • Minors younger than 18 may be permitted to join the hike on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

  If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

• Is a single occupancy room available?

  The price for this Iceland luxury tour is based on twin-share rooms, but a single occupancy room can be arranged at an additional fee. Let us know if interested.

• Getting there and meeting location

  To get to the BSI bus terminal in Reykjavik, the starting point of this Iceland luxury tour, you first have to fly into Keflavík International Airport (KEF), serving Reykjavik.

  You will be meeting your guide at 10am on Day 1 at the BSI bus terminal in central Reykjavik, which can be easily accessed by foot or public transportation. From that point on, you’ll hop onto the 4×4 mountain vehicle and start your journey!

• Safety measures and insurance

  We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with insurance. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, you’ll be offered to simply insure your trip with Redpoint at checkout.

  Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner—tailors protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations! Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.

• Deposits and cancellation policy

  Deposits

  Secure your spot with a 30% deposit upon booking! The remaining 70% of the trip price must be paid 90 days prior to departure at the latest. If booking within 90 days of departure, the full amount is required at the time of booking.

  Cancellations

  Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48-hour grace period. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options—Basic, Flexible, or Super Flexible. Depending on which one you choose, a different cancellation policy will apply to your booking.

  Basic

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled 30-59 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 29 days of departure, no refund will be issued.

  Super Flexible

  • • If cancelled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
    • If cancelled 30 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
    • If cancelled within 29 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.