Your adventure begins bright and early in Reykjavik. From there, you will take a 3 to 4-hour drive to Landmannalaugar, taking in some truly spectacular scenery along the way, including Hekla—one of Iceland’s most active volcanoes. Upon arrival at Landmannalaugar, you will find yourself in a magnificent geothermal wonderland, whose colorful rhyolite mountains are famous across the world. Your first stop will be the Laugahraun lava field, whose moss-covered rocks were crafted by a massive volcanic eruption of the Brennisteinsalda Volcano in 1477. Hike to the foot of Brennisteinsalda, whose slopes have been dyed blood red, amber yellow, turquoise and deep green by the volcano’s sulfur deposits over the centuries. Continue your way to the Vondugil canyon before spending the evening in a secluded Landmannalaugar hut.

Distance: 8 km / 4.9 mi
Hiking time: 4 hours
Ascent: 470 m / 1540′
Included meals: Lunch, refreshments, dinner
Accommodation: Mountain hut in Landmannalaugar

Day two begins with breakfast at the hut and a journey towards Hrafntinnusker, an obsidian desert that grants an otherworldly sight. Follow the beautiful Reykjafell Mountains, and once you’ve reached their summit, begin to descend into the Jökultungur area. This luscious green valley is spattered with rocks that have been dyed various shades of ruby and amber by centuries of volcanic activity. The scenery will begin to change as you approach the other side of Jökultungu. Begin climbing the Jökultungur Mountain and at the top, you will be rewarded by views over the famous Fjallabak Nature Reserve and the idyllic Lake Alftavatn. As you approach your accommodation in Lake Alftavatn, pass the luscious green oasis that surrounds the River Grashagakvisl.

Distance: 24 km / 14.9 mi
Hiking time: 7-8 hours
Ascent: 900 m / 2950′
Included meals: Breakfast, lunch, refreshments, dinner
Accommodation: Mountain hut in Alftavatn

After breakfast, ford another stream and head deeper into Iceland’s highlands. The first stop will be Stórasúla, a grass-carpeted volcano towering over the dark landscape surrounding it. Hike into the jet-black desert of Mælifellssandur, a gloomy, otherworldly landscape. The black sands are crisscrossed by a large number of icy blue glacial streams. At its center is the emerald Mt. Mælifell, which rises like a green turret out of the black and makes it one of the most spine-tinglingly beautiful places. Approach Emstrur, a narrow green valley where luscious vegetation abounds, and take a small detour to the deep canyon of Markarfljótsgljúfur. Finally, reach Botnar where you will spend the evening in a secluded mountain hut.

Distance: 15 km / 9.5 mi
Hiking time: 6-7 hours
Descent: 40 m / 130 ‘
Included meals: Breakfast, lunch, refreshments, dinner
Accommodation: Mountain hut in Botnar

Your last day in the Icelandic Highlands will take you to the famous Thorsmork Valley, a glorious oasis nestled between two massive glaciers. Approach the Myrdalsjokull Glacier, which seems like an endless ocean of pristine white snow. Pass by the uniquely shaped Einhyrningur (The Unicorn). Continue to the dense birch forest that signals the beginning of Thorsmork, an emerald valley, which is consistently rated as one of the most beautiful places in all of Iceland. Icelandic folklore believes that it was created by a mighty blow of the Norse Thor’s hammer. Leave at around 21:30, traveling to a comfortable country hotel in preparation for your visit to Iceland’s famous South Coast.

Distance: 15 km (9.5 mi)
Hiking time: 6-7 hours
Descent: 300 m / 985 ‘
Included meals: Breakfast, lunch, refreshments, dinner
Accommodation: Country hotel

The final day will take you to Iceland’s iconic south coast. You will be picked up from your hotel and make the scenic journey to the magnificent Seljalandsfoss Waterfall. It has a secret cave hidden behind it, allowing you to see the waterfall from a different perspective. Head to the equally beautiful Skogafoss Waterfall. There is a meandering path cut into the hillside next to Skogafoss, which offers visitors the chance to climb to the top and enjoy an awe-inspiring view of the entire area. The tour will end at the Solheimajokull Glacier, a vast body of ice that unfurls from the larger Mýrdalsjökull Glacier. Hike from the base camp at the foot of the glacier, where your expert glacier guide will provide you with all the equipment that you need. Step onto the mighty glacier, where your guide will teach you all about glaciers and how they helped to create the Iceland that you see today. After that, your guides will take you back to Reykjavik.

Included meals: Breakfast
Your guide will stop at shops & restaurants where you can purchase meals