Be ready for an early pick-up and leave civilization for the magnificent Highlands, Iceland’s largest uninhabited wilderness. The drive to Landmannalaugar, the starting point of the hike, will take 3-4 hours. Pass by the magnificent volcano Hekla, the most active volcano in Iceland, and arrive in Landmannalaugar. Leave your bus behind and set foot onto the famous Laugavegur Trail Grab a quick lunch and begin your six-day trek across the Highlands. Hike through the Laugahraun lava field and Vondugil canyon and admire the incredibly vibrant colors of the rhyolite mountains this country is famous for. As you approach your accommodation at Landmannalaugar, you will see the Graenagil gorge and climb up to Blahnukur Volcano if time allows.

Hiking distance: 8 km / 4.9 mi
Walking time: 4-5 hours
Ascent: 470 m / 1,540 ft
Included meals: Lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Mountain hut in Landmannalaugar

Start off your second day with a nutritious breakfast and descent from the snowy peaks into a green valley. En route, pass the colorful mountains and the Jökultungur area where the geothermal activity contrasts with the sandy hues and green meadows of the valley. Hike to the Fjallabak area and Álftavatn Lake, where you will be spending the night. Before reaching your accommodation, you will have to cross a river on foot—a very exciting experience for everyone! The water is chilly, but not too deep (up to the knee or thigh). Today’s hut will be bigger than the first, with a spacious kitchen and dining area. After a warm dinner, walk around the area if the weather is good and get some well deserved rest.

Hiking distance: 24 km / 14.9 mi
Walking time: 4-5 hours
Descent: 490 m / 1,610 ft
Included meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Mountain hut in Álftavatn

After an energizing breakfast, start your day by wading across another stream. The next part of the trail is quite flat and easy. Pass by the incredibly scenic Stórasúla and Hattafell volcanoes whose hills are covered by moss, making them stand out from the surrounding black desert. On your way to the next destination, Emstrur, you’ll get outstanding vistas of the nearby volcano glaciers, Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull. As you approach the hut, a green oasis unfolds in the midst of the black sand desert on the side of a stunning 200-meter (656 ft) deep glacier river canyon. Tonight’s hut is located by the side of a small stream, in an idyllic location.

Hiking distance: 15 km / 9.5 mi
Walking time: 6-7 hours
Descent: 40 m / 130 ft
Included meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Mountain hut in Emstrur

On the fourth day, hike the last leg of the Laugavegur trail. Walk along the mighty Almenningar Gorge of and pass by Mount Einhyrningur (also known as the Unicorn Mountain). As you continue along the trail, the vegetation will start to change and bushes and small trees will begin to appear here and there until you find yourself surrounded by a birch forest, reaching Thorsmörk Valley. Tonight’s accommodation will be in a hut surrounded by mossy slopes beneath the Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull Glaciers.

Hiking distance: 15 km / 9.5 mi
Walking time: 6-7 hours
Descent: 300 m / 985 ft
Included meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Mountain hut in Thorsmörk

Today you’ll take on the most demanding and the most scenic leg of the trek, the magnificent Fimmvörðuháls Pass. The path leads from the valley along a steep path up to a broad plateau. As you climb higher, you might be able to see all of the scraggy mountain ranges, snowy peaks, and glaciers surrounding you. Visit the two new volcanic craters, Magni and Móði, which were formed during the Eyjafjallajökull eruption in 2010. After reaching the peaks of the craters, take the same path to return to Thórsmörk. Congratulate each other for completing the Laugavegur and Fimmvörduháls hike!

Hiking distance: 16 km / 10 mi
Walking time: 7-8 hours
Ascent: 800 m / 2,600 ft
Included meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Mountain hut in Thorsmörk

On the final day in the Icelandic wilderness, your group and guide will decide the itinerary for the day! You can either explore the area of the Katla and Eyjafjallajokull volcanoes located nearby or hike up the Valahnukur Mountain—the most spectacular viewpoint overlooking the Thorsmork Valley. It is also possible to simply stay in Thorsmork and relax after miles of hiking. Leave the Highlands behind, return to civilization and spend the night in a country hotel in Hella.

Included meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Country hotel in Hella

After the exhausting multi-day trek, you will finally have enough time to sleep in. You will be picked up around 9:30 am and embark on a tour of Iceland’s spectacular South Coast. Visit the two most famous waterfalls in Iceland, Skógafoss, and Seljalandsfoss, both approximately 60 m (196 ft) high. As your adventure comes to an end, strap on crampons and climb up a glacier! Explore the glacier’s surreal formations, deep crevasses and ice sculptures. A professional glacier guide will be with you and tell you about the history and geology of the area as well as the features of glaciers in general. After a long day, head back to Reykjavík where you will spend the night at a hotel.

Included meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Reykjavík

On the final day, you will explore the natural attractions of the famous Golden Circle. Your first stop will be the Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Thingvellir was the location of the first parliament in the world which was founded around 930 AD. Next stop is a geothermal area. The main attraction of the site is Strokkur Geyser, which is famous for spouting water up to 40 m (130 ft). Stop by the gigantic waterfall Gullfoss and finally, head to a geothermal hot pool called the Secret Lagoon. Don’t forget your bathing suit and relax in the warm and therapeutic water. Head back to Reykjavík where your adventure ends.

Included meals: Breakfast