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The Complete Laugavegur Trail: All-Inclusive Hut-to-Hut Hiking
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Early Bird: All-inclusive Hut-to-Hut Hiking Tour of the Laugavegur Trail 2027
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  • Let's go on an epic adventure through a world of mythic proportions—the iconic Laugavegur Trail. The ever-changing landscapes of this 6-day hiking tour reveal more natural gems than you could imagine. We’re local Icelandic guides and, having guided tons of groups through Laugavegur, we know every nook and cranny of it. We’ll deal with all the logistical stuff, all you have to do is hike! Remember, this trail is no walk in the park so make sure you’re ready to take on the challenge of steep drop-offs, fording rivers, and uneven terrain. The rewards are immense—we’ll see and walk on landscapes you can’t find anywhere else in the world.

    • We’ll meet in Reykjavík in the early morning at BSI Bus Terminal. We’ll depart on a regular mountain bus to Landmannalaugar in the heart of the Highlands, and we’ll be there by noon. Before we start the trek, there’s time to dip into the warm natural river bath. In the afternoon, we’ll start the trek by climbing the lava edge of Laugahraun, lava from the end of the 15th century. The path threads over colorful hills between smoking hot springs and colorful mountains. Then we’ll hike over snow that resists melting until late in the summer on the highest part of the trail at Hrafntinnusker. We’ll reach the Hrafntinnusker Mountain Hut and stay there for the night.

      Meals: Lunch and dinner
      Hiking: 4-5 hours
      Elevation: +600 m / +1,970 ft | -100 m / -330 ft

      Colorful mountains of Landmannalaugar in Iceland

    • Today we’ll go through a series of fuming and boiling hot springs until we arrive at a ridge that leads to the south. We follow the ridge to a magnificent view point, from which we’ll be able to see the mighty Mýrdalsjökull glacier, the infamous Eyjafjallajökull (yes, the volcano that stopped all air traffic in 2010), as well as some smaller verdant mountains near us. In between two mountain ridges, we will spot a lake called Álftavatn and on its north side, our hut for the night is waiting.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Hiking: 4-5 hours
      Elevation: +100 m / +330 ft | -600 m / -1,970 ft

      Alftavatn, Swan Lake in Iceland

    • We’ll leave Álftavatn (literally meaning Swan Lake) in the morning and hike across the hills of Brattháls. After crossing the river Kaldaklofskvísl by a footbridge, we’ll arrive at a second river, Bláfjallakvísl and this one we’ll need to ford. We warm our feet by walking to the river Innri Emstruá, which we cross via a bridge before admiring an impressive waterfall in the river. The green Hattfell mountain towers over the black sand and gravel plain that we then need to cross to get to the Markarfljót canyon, a canyon up to about 180 m deep (590 ft). We arrive at a little oasis at Botnar where our hut awaits us.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Hiking: 6-7 hours
      Elevation: +150 m / +490 ft | -250 m / -820 ft

      Markarfljot canyon and river

    • This day starts with a walk down to the canyon of Fremri-Emstruá, which is crossed by a bridge. The path then follows the river for a while, crossing two impressive hills where the view over to Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers is just magnificent. The descent of the second big hill brings us to the river Þröngá, which we have to ford before entering the birch woods of Thórsmörk. The landscapes of this valley are otherworldly and you’ll get to witness it all by yourself. FInally we’ll reach the green valley of Langidalur and stay there for the night.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Hiking: 7 hours
      Elevation: +200 m / +660 ft | -400 m / -1,310 ft

      Lush Thorsmork valley

    • Today we’ll climb from Thórsmörk to the youngest volcanic craters from 2010, the Magni and Móði craters. The trail offers fantastic views of the outlet glaciers from Mýrdalsjökull and the surrounding mountains. Parts of the trail are also very scenic themselves, like the Kattarhryggir ridge and the Brattafönn climb. Return to Thórsmörk in the afternoon.

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Hiking: 8 hours
      Elevation: +800 m / +2,620 ft | -900 m / -2,950 ft

      Youngest craters in Iceland

    • In the morning, we’ll climb a small mountain to get fantastic views over this magical valley “behind” the glaciers. We’ll have our final lunch at the hut and then prepare for departure with a 4×4 bus that will take us across around 20 rivers and creeks to get to the main road! Expect to arrive in Reykjavik in the late afternoon. If you’d like to stay longer and explore the area, just ask us for some recommendations!

      Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
      Hiking: 3 hours
      Elevation: +300 m / +985 ft | +300 m / -985 ft

      Forest, Iceland Laugavegur

    • Included:

        • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
        • 6-day Laugavegur Trail hiking tour
        • Accommodation in mountain huts for 5 nights (sleeping bags required, possible to rent with your guides)
        • All necessary permits and fees
        • All meals from lunch on Day 1 to lunch on Day 6
        • Hut-to-hut luggage transfers
        • Transportation from Reykjavik to Landmannalaugar on Day 1
        • Transportation from Skógar to Reykjavik on Day 6

      Add-ons (available at checkout):

        • Sleeping bag rental

      Not included:

        • Transportation to Iceland
        • Alcoholic beverages
        • Personal expenses
        • Guide gratuities — optional
        • Travel and medical insurance — optional

    • In order to join this Laugavegur Trail tour, great fitness is required. To make the most out of your hiking adventure, you have to be able to hike between 5 to 8 hours for 6 full days.

      You’ll gain between 100 (330 ft) and 600 m (1,970 ft) of elevation per day. The daily walking distance varies, typically ranging from around 6-7 miles (10-12 km) to roughly 10-11 miles (16-17 km). Read day-by-day breakdowns in the itinerary.

      You won’t have to carry all your gear and belongings with you—your luggage will be transported hut-to-hut.

      The trails are not paved, but in some places, paths have formed. Some trails are rocky, but are easily accessible to anyone used to hiking in uneven terrain. Participants will need to hike up and down steep slopes that sometimes have loose grounds and require good balance. Hikes will also involve river crossings. There are extremely steep drop offs along the hiking trail and scrambling with the use of a chain is required both up and down. It is not for those with a fear of heights. So please keep in mind that, overall, the Laugavegur Trail is a challenging trek.

    • Boots & clothing

        • Sturdy hiking boots – preferably waterproof with ankle support
        • Long-sleeve shirt (thermal underwear) – wool or synthetic
        • T-shirt (thermal underwear) – wool or synthetic
        • Light wool or fleece sweater (second layer)
        • Puffy jacket (e.g. Primaloft or down)
        • Trousers – strong, lightweight material that dries quickly (e.g. softshell)
        • Jacket or an anorak with a good hood – windproof, waterproof and breathable
        • Rain trousers – windproof, waterproof and breathable (please note that full rain gear is mandatory on all our tours)
        • Gloves – wool or synthetic
        • Socks – wool or synthetic (two to three pairs)
        • Warm hat – wool or synthetic

      Other gear

        • A duffel bag for the transport of your overnight gear (please avoid bringing a suitcase)
        • Backpack for extra clothes and food during the day (a 35–45 L pack should be sufficient (2100–2750 cu in))
        • River shoes – walking sandals or old running shoes with good grip along with warm socks or neoprene socks Open sandals or flip-flops are not suitable
        • Walking pole(s)
        • Sleeping bag for the huts — possible to rent at checkout
        • Towel – lightweight and packable
        • Sunglasses and sun protection
        • Water container – thermos flask or water bottle (0.5–1 L)
        • A box or container for your daily lunch
        • Headlamp for reading and moving around the hut
        • Change of clothes to wear in the hut or camp
        • Personal first aid kit – including blister care
        • Prescription medication and other personal health items
        • Toiletries – toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, etc
        • Earplugs

      Optional gear

        • Gaiters
        • Neoprene socks – highly recommended for river crossings
        • Pen knife
        • Sun or rain hat or a cap
        • Thermal mat for lunch breaks
        • Camera, spare batteries, and a memory card or film
        • Power bank
        • Dry bags for electronics and extra clothing

      Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. Iceland is home to infamously volatile weather, so it’s best to be prepared with the right gear. It is recommended to dress in layers. 3 or 4 upper layers are highly recommended such as a light T-shirt (preferably wool) next to the skin, then a fleece or heavy wool garment, topped off with a waterproof windbreaker.

      There is a limit of 1 piece of luggage per participant (+your daypack). Since there is limited space on the luggage trailer, try to pack light out of consideration for other passengers and use a waterproof duffel bag which is easier to store. If you have extra luggage that you would like to leave, we recommend storing luggage at the BSI Bus terminal (fees apply) or another luggage storage space in Reykjavik.

      As for your phone, please note that cell service/internet coverage is available most of the time along the trail, however, take into consideration that some parts of the trail are not covered.

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    • Group sizes and pricing

        • For this Laugavegur Trail tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 14:1.
        • It takes a minimum of 5 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 14 participants.

      Laugavegur Trail 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 Laugavegur Trail tour 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 your Laugavegur Trail tour, most people fly into Keflavík International Airport (KEF), located 45 minutes from the city center. From there, the best and the cheapest way is to take a shuttle to reach the center. Buses leave every 35-40 minutes after the arrival of each flight, 24/7.

      You’ll meet your guide at the BSÍ bus terminal in Reykjavík early in the morning on Day 1.

    • 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.

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