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Hiking Hidden Iceland: 3-Day Highlands Tour
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  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 90 or more days before departure, a 70% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 89 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after a 48 hours grace period.
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  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 90 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled 60-89 days before departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 59 days of departure, no refund will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
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  • If canceled within 48 hours of booking, a full refund will be issued.
  • If canceled 60 or more days before departure, a full refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • If canceled within 59 days of departure, a 50% refund of the total trip price will be issued.
  • Booking fees are non-refundable after 48 hours grace period.
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Hiking Hidden Iceland: 3-Day Highlands Tour
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  • Come join our Icelandic Highlands 3-day tour, an adventure built for travellers who want maximum Highlands magic with zero planning stress. We handle everything—transport from Reykjavík, meals, mountain hut stays, safety gear, and expert guiding—so the days flow easily from trail to hot spring. Hiking routes are carefully chosen to showcase the best of the region without rushing, leaving time to soak, explore, and enjoy the rhythm of the mountains. It’s a smooth, well-supported way to experience one of Iceland’s most surreal landscapes in just a few unforgettable days.

    • We start early in Reykjavík and drive straight into the Icelandic Highlands, passing vast lava fields and enjoying views of Hekla, one of Iceland’s most active volcanoes. By midday, we arrive in Landmannalaugar, a geothermal oasis surrounded by vividly colored rhyolite mountains. After settling into our mountain huts and enjoying lunch, we head out on the Laugahringur loop. We cross the dark lava flows of Laugahraun, climb the steaming slopes of Brennisteinsalda, and descend into the green-hued Grænagil canyon, where the colors shift dramatically. In the afternoon, we return for a relaxing soak in the natural hot spring before dinner and a quiet evening in the huts.

      Hiking: 4.5-6 km (2.8-3.7 mi), 2-3 hours
      Elevation gain: 200-300 m (656-984 ft)
       Meals: Lunch, dinner
       Accommodation: Mountain hut

      landmannalaugar hiker iceland

    • After breakfast, we set out for the highlight of the trip, the Grænihryggur hike. A short drive brings us deeper into the Fjallabak Nature Reserve, where sweeping valleys, volcanic ridges, and striking color contrasts define the landscape. The trail leads across bright green slopes that glow against black sands and deep blue lakes, creating one of the most surreal scenes in the Highlands. We pause for a packed lunch surrounded by this otherworldly scenery before continuing our trek. Returning to Landmannalaugar in the afternoon, we reward ourselves with another soak in the hot springs followed by a hearty dinner at the huts.

      Hiking: 15-18 km (9-11 mi), 7-8 hours
       Elevation gain: 800 m (2,624 ft)
       Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner
       Accommodation: Mountain hut

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    • After breakfast, we pack up and begin the scenic journey back toward Reykjavík, stopping at several remarkable natural sites along the way. Our first stop is Ljótipollur crater, where deep red volcanic slopes surround a striking blue lake. We continue to Sigöldufoss, a series of turquoise waterfalls cascading over dark lava cliffs, and visit Háifoss, Iceland’s second-highest waterfall plunging into a dramatic canyon. A short hike takes us closer to the river for excellent views and a packed lunch. Before returning to the city, we explore the lush oasis of Gjáin, home to clear streams, mossy landscapes, and the twin falls of Hjálparfoss. We arrive in Reykjavík in the early evening.

      Hiking: 4 km (2.5 mi), 1.5-2 hours
       Elevation gain: 170 m (558 ft)
       Meals: Breakfast, picnic lunch

      ljotipollur lake iceland

    • Included:

        • An experienced, local hiking guide with extensive knowledge of the area
        • 3-day Icelandic Highlands tour
        • Accommodation for 2 nights at huts
        • All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), from lunch on Day 1 through lunch on Day 3
        • Pick-up and drop-off in Reykjavik
        • Free WiFi on the bus
        • Necessary safety equipment

      Add-ons (available to add at checkout):

        • Equipment rental — hiking boots, waterproof jacket, waterproof pants, hiking poles, sleeping bag
        • Special diets (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, allergies)

      Not included:

        • Flights to Iceland 
        • Sleeping bag
        • Personal gear & clothing
        • Anything not mentioned in the “Included” section above
        • Insurance — recommended, available to add at checkout
        • Guide gratuities — optional

    • To join this Icelandic Highlands tour, good fitness is required. You’ll be hiking for 3 days in a row, with the second day being the toughest—you’ll cover 15-18 km (9-11 mi) and gain up to 800 m (2,624 ft), which should take 7-8 hours. Other days are shorter and easier, check out the itinerary for day-by-day distances and elevation changes.

      Want to see what else is there in the area? Discover more Iceland adventures here!

    • Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring. Your guides offer some equipment rental—you can add it to your booking at checkout.

        • Day pack large enough to carry everything you might need throughout the day (around a 25-40L bag)
        • Water bottle or hydration bladder (2L capacity)
        • Travel sack for baggage transported between huts
        • River crossing shoes (old sneakers or similar)
        • Hiking poles — rental available
        • Sleeping bag — rental available
        • Hiking boots — rental available
        • Waterproof pants — rental available
        • Waterproof jacket — rental available
        • Comfortable hiking clothes 
        • Swimsuit & towel
        • Gaiters
        • Thermal underwear
        • Warm hat & gloves
        • Spare clothes for layering
        • Sunhat
        • Toiletries (sunscreen, hand sanitizer, bug spray, tissues, etc.)
        • Headlamp or flashlight
        • Sunglasses
        • 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.

    • Group sizes and pricing

        • For this Icelandic Highlands tour, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 16:1. 
        • It takes a minimum of 2 people for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 16 participants.

      Icelandic Highlands 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 older than 10 may be permitted to join the Icelandic Highlands tour on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.

      If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.

    • A single occupancy room is not available on this Icelandic Highlands tour. You will be staying at the huts, where you can expect dormitory-style lodging featuring single, double, and twin bunk beds—so be prepared to share a room, sometimes a bed, with your fellow travelers.

    • The starting point of this Icelandic Highlands tour is Reykjavík. To get there, most people fly into Keflavík International Airport (KEF). From there, you can take a bus, shuttle, or taxi to Reykjavík.

      It is recommended to arrive at least one day before the tour. If you’re flying in from the U.S. or will be landing early (4-6:30am), you should be able to join the tour, but some risks would follow (i.e., if the flight gets delayed) and could miss out on the tour. This is, therefore, not recommended! Accommodation for the night prior to the tour is at your arrangement.

      You will meet your guide at 7 am on Day 1 at one of the available pick-up spots. At checkout, you’ll be able to choose your preferred pick-up spot. Please note that it can take around 30 minutes to pick everyone up.

    • 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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