The Land of Fire and Ice has almost too much to offer for outdoor enthusiasts. Where to even start? We recommend this tour. Not only are we going to visit some of Iceland’s most famous attractions, but we’ll also be going off the beaten path. From Instagrammable waterfalls and black sand beaches to rugged hikes showcasing the wildest parts of the country. One day it’s an 11-mile hike in the Highlands and the other sightseeing and a soak in a geothermal lagoon. And let’s not forget colorful mountains, dramatic canyons, quaint fishing villages, bustling streets of Reykjavik…the list could go on forever. It’s the best of Iceland in 8 days. What do you say?
Embark on an 8-day hiking and sightseeing adventure showcasing different parts of Iceland. Starting in Reykjavik, you will first climb Mt Hengill, followed by a hike in Thorsmork, and a 7 Peaks walk in the Westman islands. You will also visit some of the most famous attractions on the South Coast like the Skogafoss waterfall and do a hike in the Icelandic Highlands. The tour includes a local guide, hotel accommodation, breakfasts and some lunches, all transits during the tour, and other activities like going to a geothermal lagoon. Explore the best of Iceland in 8 days!
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To join this guided hiking trip in Iceland, you need to be in very good physical shape. All participants should have extensive hiking experience in hilly terrain. However, it is not necessary to have experience with multi-day treks, it is enough to be accustomed to full-day hikes. On this tour, you will mostly have a longer hike one day and a shorter hike the next day—this alternation will allow everyone to recuperate and have a more enjoyable experience.
The most you’ll hike within a day is 16 miles (26 km) with 5,250 ft (1,600 m) of elevation gain—make sure you’re ready for this. On shorter hiking days, you will only do short walks while sightseeing or hikes no longer than 3 miles (4.8 km).
Another factor to be aware of is changing weather. Sometimes it can be rainy, cool, and windy even in the middle of summer—especially in higher elevations. You will also encounter some steep and uneven terrain.
To prepare for this tour, we encourage regular cardiovascular exercise (especially hiking!) in weeks prior to the adventure. Keep in mind that you will always have a guide by your side to encourage you, assess your fitness level, and keep everyone safe by changing the route if it is too strenuous or doing an alternate hike due to bad weather.
Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
Bring comfortable clothes appropriate for the season. We suggest checking the weather forecast and being prepared for different conditions—weather is pretty volatile in Iceland even in the summer and especially at higher elevations. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Group sizes and prices:
Hiking in Iceland can be arranged for private groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements:
If your group has hikers under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
To get to Reykjavik, the starting point of the tour, most people fly into Keflavik International Airport. From there, we suggest taking a 40-minute bus ride to the city. There is a line connecting the airport and the city after each arrival.
Once you and your guide agree on the details of your itinerary, your guide will suggest the best time and place to meet for a welcome dinner and trip briefing, usually at your hotel in Reykjavik in the evening of Day 1.
We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!
Redpoint tailors their 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.
Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
Iceland, the “Land of Fire and Ice”, has forever lived with volcanic activity. Minor and major eruptions have occurred every few years since the island was formed. Some of Iceland’s appeal, aside from sheer natural beauty, surely stems from this very fact.
However, every new eruption, such as the recent Reykjanes Peninsula fissure, will make some travelers, tourists, and adventurers uneasy, especially given the fact that sensationalist media is not immune to misinformation and speculation.
Since we work with a number of expert local guides in Iceland, we thought we’d share their input and fill you in on what’s actually going on.
First of all, air traffic has not been affected. Flights to and from Keflavík International Airport and Reykjavík Domestic Airport are operating as they always do.
Second, the effects of volcanic activity have been localized, with some roads closed, and all services in Iceland are operating as usual. Reykjavik, the capital, is around 40 km (25 miles) away from the volcanic fissure, and life there is as normal as ever.
And third, trips offered by 57hours are taking place much further away, and are thereby even less likely to be affected by the volcanic activity, being perfectly safe for adventurers. Naturally, the authorities (and guides) are monitoring the situation and doing everything possible to keep both local residents and visitors safe and well informed.
In case you have any additional questions or dilemmas, feel free to get in touch with either your guide or 57hours. For more information, please visit:
https://safetravel.is/
https://www.visiticeland.com/article/volcano-info
Or watch the video with Dr. Matthew Roberts from the Icelandic Meteorological Office explaining the recent volcanic activities in Iceland:
https://youtu.be/QA3-BXYuYrw?feature=shared
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.
Cancellations
Booking fees are non-refundable in all cases. During checkout, however, you can choose one of 57hours’ flexibility options:
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