What you get on this adventure: An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area 5 full days of hiking, climbing, and sightseeing Breakfasts and dinners during the tour Accommodation in twin/double rooms in 3* hotels (4 nights) Transport in 4×4 minibus Safety equipment Special dietary supplements, such as vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan, or possibly other, can be ordered at some extra cost. The supplement will include meals that meet the requirements of your diet. What’s not included: Transportation to Reykjavík Accommodation in Reykjavík before and after the tour Single supplement

How fit do I need to be?

This adventure in Iceland is an advanced tour of three peaks ranging from 1446m (4745ft) above sea level to 2000m (6562 ft). Advanced hikes include full days of hiking and climbing with steep descents and challenging switchbacks. This adventure doesn’t require any technical climbing knowledge or equipment, but you should be prepared to hike between 6 and 15 hours. This tour requires great fitness and endurance, as well as previous hiking experience. Keep in mind, you’ll also be packing a daypack filled with water and other things you’ll need throughout the day. Clients takes full responsibility for meeting the physical fitness level requirement of the trip. Clients that are physically unfit or not equipped for their tour can be dismissed from the tour at their own expense.

What do I need to bring?

Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring: A duffel bag for the transport of your overnight gear between hotels Day backpack for extra clothes and lunch pack during the day (around a 25-40L bag) Hiking poles — optional (can be rented with your guide) Gaiters — optional but recommended Gloves – wool or synthetic 2 pairs of different thickness Long sleeve shirt (thermal underwear) – wool or synthetic T-shirt (thermal underwear) – wool or synthetic Light wool or fleece sweater (2nd layer) Warm, down jacket Puffy jacket e.g. Primaloft — optional Jacket with a good hood – windproof, waterproof and breathable, e.g. Gore-Tex or comparable Soft-shell trousers – strong and light material that dries quickly Rain trousers – windproof, waterproof and breathable — full raingear is mandatory in Iceland, poncho is not useful because of wind Socks – wool or synthetic Change of clothes for wearing in the hut Sunhat Wool hat Sturdy hiking boots – waterproof with good ankle support Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.) Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity) Pocket knife Aperitif or other heart-warming spirits – liquor laws in Sunglasses Portable power bank Dry-bags for electronics and extra clothing — optional Camera — optional (but recommended) Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans. Iceland is home to infamously unpredictable weather, so you need to be prepared with the right gear.

Group sizes and age requirements

Group sizes and prices: For this group adventure, the usual client to guide ratio is 6:1. Groups can have up to 12 guests. The cost is per person and does not decrease as the group grows. Min. age requirements: If you are older than 18, you’re good to go. Minors older than 14 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.

Getting there and meeting location

To get to Reykjavik, most people fly into Keflavik International Airport just under an hour away. From there, you can rent a car or take a shuttle service to Reykjavik. Your guide will suggest the best place to meet, usually at your accommodation in Reykjavik.

Covid measures in Iceland

57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity. We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re travelling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Iceland please refer to Iceland’s official Covid website . Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!

Three Peaks | Iceland

Hike and Climb Three Peaks in Iceland

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Guided Hiking and Climbing on Three Peaks, Iceland

Ice floes and smaller chunks broken off larger icebergs tha thave floated out to the open ocean wash up on a black sand Iceland Beach

Valleys and lakes along the trial to three peaks in Iceland

Basalt rock formations on the volcanic black sand beach at Vik in Iceland. The cliff face is columns of hexagonal rocks. Rock stacks are in the sea. Large waves and spray is being whipped up from the ocean. Rocks lie on the sand and the sky is cloudy and moody.

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Duration

5 days

Season

May through June

Accommodation

3-star hotels, twin/double rooms

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Tackle some of the most challenging peaks of Iceland, all under 24-hour daylight. Begin your trip with an ascent of Mt. Hengill for views of Lake Þingvellir and the distant Vestmann Islands. Next, take on the tempestuous 1,651m (5,417 ft) Eyjafjallajökull volcano, that last erupted in 2010. Finish off with Hvannadalshnúkur, the tallest in Iceland at 2,110m (6,922 ft)—an ascent which often takes 12-15 hours to complete. Mixing some of the best hiking with rest day sightseeing over five days, are you ready to take on The Three Peaks Challenge?

Adventure highlights

Climb three stunning peaks including an active volcano and a world-famous glacier
Non-stop sightseeing under the 24-hour Midnight Sun
Visit the Golden Circle, the diamond beach and the black sand desert

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Itinerary

Combine hiking, climbing, and sightseeing over five days and witness the most beautiful locations Iceland has to offer. Each day brings something new – spectacular volcanoes and glaciers, lagoons, beaches, and magical waterfalls. Your guide will take care of your safety and guide you every step of the way as you conquer three iconic Icelandic peaks.

Start your journey with an early morning pick-up at your accommodation in Reykjavik and drive east to the north side of the Hengill Volcano massive. After a short drive, you’ll reach Mt Hengill and hike up the highest peak, Vörðuskeggi Peak (805 m). Spend the rest of the day climbing and after 5-6 hours reach the top — the panoramic views of Lake Þingvellir and Langjökull to the north and Eyjafjallajökull and the distant Westman Islands will leave you breathless! The walking route is quite steep but the trail is still relatively easy for an experienced hiker. In the afternoon, visit the Geysir geothermal area and the waterfall of Gullfoss before driving to your accommodation in the Flúðir area.

This day can be replaced by a hike to the Fagradalsfjall eruption in case of an active eruption taking place.
Today you’ll conquer your second peak, the famous Eyjafjallajökull which erupted in 2010 and caused enormous disruption to air travel across western and northern Europe for several days. At 1,651m, this high stratovolcano offers a magnificent view from the top. The vertical ascent is around 1,600 m and the tour takes from 9-12 hours.  After descent, head to your overnight accommodation at hotel Skógafoss.
Explore the beautiful South Coast and some of the most photogenic places on this hemisphere. Visit the world-famous black sand beach of Reynisfjara with unique basalt rock formations and dramatic scenery, the picturesque village Vík, and the Skaftafell National Park. Don’t miss the glacier lagoon Jökulsárlón and the diamond beach where icebergs from the lagoon drift ashore like scattered diamonds. After a day of sightseeing, relax at your hotel and prepare for the biggest challenge of this tour!
Expect a long and strenuous day, as you try to ascend Hvannadalshnúkur (2110 m/6922 ft) — Iceland’s highest peak. This will be the most challenging day of the trip with a 2040m (6562 ft) ascent! The pyramidal peak of the Öræfajökull volcano promises an unforgettable climb with rewarding breathtaking panoramas. No special technical skills are required to climb, but prepare for up to 15 hours of walking! Once you reach the summit, return to your hotel at the foot of Hvannadalshnúkur, where a warm meal and bed will await you.

In case snow/weather conditions are not good on Hvannadalshnúkur, you will have to change the itinerary to another similar summit in the area.
After three amazing and challenging climbs, you will say goodbye to the snowy wilderness and make your way back westward along the scenic south coast of Iceland. Pass beneath Eyjafjallajökull once again and visit the impressive Skógarfoss waterfall, one of the largest and most elegant waterfalls in Iceland. You can expect to be in Reykjavík in the late afternoon.

Want to explore Iceland more? Make sure to browse through the selection of the best hiking trips in Iceland!

Hike and Climb Three Peaks in Iceland

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Kim T

The next two days were set aside for an expedition to Hvannadalshnjúkur. We got up at 4 am and left from Sandfell. At 1,050 m we built a campsite and practiced self-arrest, snow anchors, avalanche risk assessment and avalanche beacon search both solo and as a group. After spending the night we had glorious weather on summit day. Around noon we were all standing on the highest peak in Iceland, enjoying the blue skies and the sun.

George

We did the Three Peak Challenge over 6 days. Since I love to hike and climb mountains and I love the landscapes of volcanoes, so the choice was obvious to pick a tour that combined all of these…The tour was ideal for me since I was able to get alpine experience: mountains that have ice and snow especially without having to go up to very altitudes. Iceland has more extreme conditions at lower altitudes, which means that it is not necessary to go through several days, even up to a week of altitude training acclimatisation, before commencing a journey.

Things to know

What you get on this adventure:
- - An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
    
    5 full days of hiking, climbing, and sightseeing
    
    Breakfasts and dinners during the tour
    
    Accommodation in twin/double rooms in 3* hotels (4 nights)
    
    Transport in 4×4 minibus
    
    Safety equipment
Special dietary supplements, such as vegetarian, pescatarian, vegan, or possibly other, can be ordered at some extra cost. The supplement will include meals that meet the requirements of your diet.

What’s not included:
- - Transportation to Reykjavík
    
    Accommodation in Reykjavík before and after the tour
    
    Single supplement
This adventure in Iceland is an advanced tour of three peaks ranging from 1446m (4745ft) above sea level to 2000m (6562 ft). Advanced hikes include full days of hiking and climbing with steep descents and challenging switchbacks. This adventure doesn’t require any technical climbing knowledge or equipment, but you should be prepared to hike between 6 and 15 hours. This tour requires great fitness and endurance, as well as previous hiking experience. Keep in mind, you’ll also be packing a daypack filled with water and other things you’ll need throughout the day.

Clients takes full responsibility for meeting the physical fitness level requirement of the trip. Clients that are physically unfit or not equipped for their tour can be dismissed from the tour at their own expense.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
- - A duffel bag for the transport of your overnight gear between hotels
  - Day backpack for extra clothes and lunch pack during the day (around a 25-40L bag)
  - Hiking poles — optional (can be rented with your guide)
  - Gaiters — optional but recommended
  - Gloves – wool or synthetic 2 pairs of different thickness
  - Long sleeve shirt (thermal underwear) – wool or synthetic
  - T-shirt (thermal underwear) – wool or synthetic
  - Light wool or fleece sweater (2nd layer)
  - Warm, down jacket
  - Puffy jacket e.g. Primaloft — optional
  - Jacket with a good hood – windproof, waterproof and breathable, e.g. Gore-Tex or comparable
  - Soft-shell trousers – strong and light material that dries quickly
  - Rain trousers – windproof, waterproof and breathable — full raingear is mandatory in Iceland, poncho is not useful because of wind
  - Socks – wool or synthetic
  - Change of clothes for wearing in the hut
  - Sunhat
  - Wool hat
  - Sturdy hiking boots – waterproof with good ankle support
  - Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, toilet paper, etc.)
  - Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
  - Pocket knife
  - Aperitif or other heart-warming spirits – liquor laws in
  - Sunglasses
  - Portable power bank
  - Dry-bags for electronics and extra clothing — optional
  - Camera — optional (but recommended)
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans. Iceland is home to infamously unpredictable weather, so you need to be prepared with the right gear.
Group sizes and prices:
- - For this group adventure, the usual client to guide ratio is 6:1. Groups can have up to 12 guests.
  - The cost is per person and does not decrease as the group grows.
Min. age requirements:
- - If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
  - Minors older than 14 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.
To get to Reykjavik, most people fly into Keflavik International Airport just under an hour away. From there, you can rent a car or take a shuttle service to Reykjavik. Your guide will suggest the best place to meet, usually at your accommodation in Reykjavik.
57hours is committed to providing safe outdoor adventure experiences. We require all guides using our platform to have a COVID-19 safety plan and to make the details of that plan accessible to travelers. In most cases, group sizes will be reduced, guides will avoid overcrowded locations, and other safety measures will be met depending on the location and activity.

We also expect clients to respect local regulations and take measures to protect themselves, guides and the communities they’re travelling to. For more information on COVID-19 measures in Iceland please refer to Iceland’s official Covid website.

Please contact us if you have any questions or require further information. We are happy to provide you with the most up-to-date information!
Deposits

You can secure one of the set dates with a 30% deposit upon booking. The remaining 70% of the trip price is to be paid 90 days prior to departure, at the latest.

Secure your early bird spot with a 10% deposit! This tour gets sold out very quickly, but with early-bird booking, you will be the first one to know about any new upcoming dates. Pick your preferred dates without the risk of your bucket list adventure selling out!
- Only 10% of the total amount should be paid as a deposit upon booking. This deposit is non-refundable, but can be transferred to another 57hours adventure anytime in case the dates don’t suit you.
  
  Once the dates are set, you can confirm your booking by paying another 20% of the total amount.
  
  The final balance is due 3 months (90 days) prior to departure.
Cancellations

Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:

Basic
- In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  
  For cancellations 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a 70% refund of the trip price.
  
  For cancellations 0-59 days before the trip, there is no refund.
Flexible
- In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  
  For cancellations 60 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
  
  For cancellations 30-59 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
  
  For cancellations 0-29 days before the trip, there is no refund.
Super Flexible
- In case of cancellation within 48 hours after booking, the amount paid is fully refundable.
  
  For cancellations 30 or more days before the trip, you are eligible for a full refund of the trip price.
  
  For cancellations 0-29 days before the trip, you are eligible for a 50% refund of the trip price.
All rates are based on current purchasing prices in Iceland. Your guides reserve the right to change prices without notice due to inflation, changes in oil prices, government taxes, or any other cost increases that are outside the guide’s control. Your guides will absorb an amount equivalent to 5% of the price. Amounts that exceed the 5% will be charged and clients will be entitled to cancel their booking with a full refund if the surcharge exceeds 10%. Eventual changes in rates will not be made with less than 4 weeks’ notice before departures or on bookings already made and confirmed.

Your guides reserve the right to alter tours and itineraries due to weather or road conditions. All programs can be changed or cancelled at any moment during the trip to assure the safety of the clients and staff. No responsibility is accepted for losses, expenses due to delays, changes of flights, or other services or because of strikes, accidents, sickness, damage, negligence, weather, war, changes in schedules, or other similar causes.
57hours partners with Redpoint Travel Protection, offering you a fully integrated program with a single point of contact for all your needs, from emergency services to travel assistance and protection claims. We highly recommend purchasing a comprehensive protection policy from Redpoint, which will protect you both before and during your travels. Before your departure, your investment is protected by the trip cancellation benefit. Once you depart, your policy provides coverage for trip interruption, medical assistance and rescue, baggage loss, trip delay, and more. Once you complete booking with 57hours, we'll create bespoke quote for you (and your group), making sure you're fully protected for the adventure ahead.