LAUGAVEGUR TRAIL - 6 DAYS HIKING TOUR IN ICELAND

Summer 2023
August 13-18
1200 euro

Plan your dream trip to Iceland in the summer of 2023! You will see the midnight sun, Dettifoss, Skogafoss, Seljalandsfoss waterfalls, lava fields, colored mountains in the Landmannalaugar valley, volcanoes, hot springs, hike in Iceland. Spend your holidays in Iceland unforgettable with our local guides

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PRICE
1200 euro per person
Prepayment of 50% (paid 2 months before the trip, non-refundable 2 months before departure) at the rate at the time of payment for the tour
Full payment on the day of the trip
Included
  • Transfer from Reykjavik to Landmannalaugar
  • Transfer from Þórsmörk to Reykjavik
  • Camping fees
  • Tent, tourist mat
  • Full support at all stages of the journey
  • photo report
  • Entrance fees to the national park
Not included
  • Flight (we help you find convenient tickets)
  • Food
  • insurance
  • Visas
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What awaits us on the journey?
Welcome to Mars
Iceland is known for hosting the most diverse landscapes on Earth. The Laugavegur Trail opens up otherworldly landscapes, where you'll witness all kinds of weather conditions and discover unique geological formations.
Cross the 55km from Landmannalaugar to Thorsmork. Discover why Iceland is called "the land of fire and ice" as you encounter everything from volcanic rock formations to natural hot springs, and black sand deserts.

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Iceland with local guides this summer! Enjoy the midnight sun, explore volcanoes, relax on black beaches, bathe in hot springs, admire stunning waterfalls and go on an unforgettable hike. A tour to Iceland will give you a lot of unforgettable impressions and emotions. Traveling to Iceland with Adventure road will be a magical memory.

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where will the paths take us?
An island of volcanoes, glaciers and lava fields
Harsh beauty
PROGRAM

DAY 1: REYKJAVIK - LANDMANNALAUG

The tour starts with the Reykjavík tourist info at Reykjavik's City Hall (Ráðhúsið) by Tjörnin pond at 7.00 a.m. where you meet your guide. It's located in downtown Reykjavik and within walking distance from most hotels, hostels, and guesthouses in central Reykjavik. We also offer to pick up at selected locations around Reykjavik (see other pick-up locations in the tour description).
After introductions, we board the scheduled bus that takes us to Landmannalaugar. The drive takes about 3-4 hours. On the way, we travel along the south coast and then turn inland and pass Iceland's most active volcano, Hekla.

Our hike starts in Landmannalaugar as we walk through this geothermal wonderland and look at the colorful mountains and steaming hot springs. The trail takes us through the rough lava field, Laugahraun. From there, we move to the slopes of Brennisteinsalda, which is known worldwide for its incredible spectrums of colors and photogenic looks. We walk by the beautiful hot spring Storihver before crossing into the obsidian desert by Hrafntinnusker. Storihver is one of the very few green grounds we will encounter on this day.

Hiking: 4 hrs
Distance: 8km

Day Highlights
  • Landmannalaugar
  • Mount Brennisteinsalda
  • Stóri Hver hot spring
  • Hrafntinnusker

DAY 2: LANDMANNALAUGAR - LAKE ALFTAVATN

After a good sleep and a nutritious breakfast, we will be energized and ready to go again! Pitch-black obsidian desert called Hrafntinnusker, vibrantly colored Reykjafjöll rhyolite mountains, and the Jökultungur area are at the top of the agenda today. Geothermal activity has turned these craggy gullies into burnt and sometimes vivid yellows and reds over time. These colors contrast dramatically with the soft pale sandy hues around them. The top of Jökultungur is a great place to enjoy views over the whole Fjallabak (behind the mountain) area and Álftavatn lake, where we will be spending the night. We have to cross a river on foot to get to our camp. Wading a river is usually a fascinating experience for overseas hikers.

Hiking: 7 hrs
Distance: 24km / 14.9mi

Day Highlights
  • Mount Reykjafjöll
  • Jökultungur area
  • Fjallabak area
  • Álftavatn Lake
We start the day with another refreshing stream crossing as we make our way past the green volcano Stórasúla and into the black desert of Maelifellssandur. On our way, we will see Hattafell, a volcano with a strange flat top. We walk through this black glacial desert and into Emstrur, where there is a chance to enjoy a view of Eyjafjallajokull and Myrdalsjokull glaciers. Emstrur is a lush region where farmers used to graze their sheep during the summertime.
We turn off the path to look at Markarfljotsgljufur, an approximately 200 m deep canyon carved out by the glacial river Markarfljot.

Hiking: 6-7 hrs
Distance: 15km

Day Highlights
  • Black sand deserts
  • Volcano views
  • Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glacier views

DAY 3: EMSTRUR - THORSMORK

We put Emstrur behind us and continue on our way to Thorsmork. The trail takes us within a few kilometers from the great Myrdalsjokull glacier. As we descend towards Almenningar, a few trees can be seen, a sign we are getting closer to the coast. We walk under the characteristic mountain Einhyrningur (“The Unicorn”) and into the dense birch forest in Thorsmork. Thorsmork is a green valley nesting under the glaciers Eyjafjallajokull and Myrdalsjokull, a magnificent place to spend the night.

Hiking: 6-7 hrs
Distance: 15km / 9.5mi

Day Highlights
  • Emstrur
  • Þórsmörk Valley
  • Glacier views

DAY 4: EMSTRUR - THORSMORK

We put Emstrur behind us and continue on our way to Thorsmork. The trail takes us within a few kilometers from the great Myrdalsjokull glacier. As we descend towards Almenningar, a few trees can be seen, a sign we are getting closer to the coast. We walk under the characteristic mountain Einhyrningur (“The Unicorn”) and into the dense birch forest in Thorsmork. Thorsmork is a green valley nesting under the glaciers Eyjafjallajokull and Myrdalsjokull, a magnificent place to spend the night.

Hiking: 6-7 hrs
Distance: 15km / 9.5mi

Day Highlights
  • Emstrur
  • Þórsmörk Valley
  • Glacier views

DAY 5: HIKING FIMMVORDUHALS PASS TO MAGNI & MODI VOLCANO CRATER

Today we leave Thorsmork early in the morning and head for the mountain pass between the two glaciers, Eyjafjallajokull and Myrdalsjokull. We will walk up to the two new craters formed in 2010, Magni and Modi, named after the sons of Norse god Thor.
On the way, we pass by a formation of lava in a waterfall shape made in the eruption. Here you have a chance to see how Iceland is still being built, formed, and shaped by its nature. We will be greeted with a fantastic view over the valley.

Hiking: 7-8 hrs
Distance: 16km / 10mi

Day Highlights
  • Fimmvörðuháls
  • Magni and Móði craters

DAY 6: THORSMORK - REYKJAVÍK

We have a leisurely breakfast in the camp in the morning before exploring the incredible surroundings. The volcanos Katla and Eyjafjallajokull surround the Thorsmork valley. For thousands of years, these volcanoes and the glaciers that cover them have carved the sandstone in Thorsmork into surreal sculptures dotted with moss and arctic birch trees. We hike up the mountain Valahnukur for a fantastic view of the valley. Those who wish can also spend the day relaxing and enjoying nature in this beautiful place.

We return to Reykjavik in the early evening at around 18:30 and offer drop off at Miklabraut 101 Orkan gas station (by Kringlan shopping mall), Reykjavik Campsite, and the City Hall on Vonarstræti. From there, taxis and local buses are available.

Hiking: 3 hrs
Distance: 6km
WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU:
Сlothing
Thermal underwear, synthetic T-shirts, fleece jacket, membrane jacket, hat, gloves, pants, socks for trekking (or sports)
Swimsuit, sunglasses
Trekking poles
Equipment
Comfortable backpack
Sleeping bag
Gas Stove
Set of dishes
Trekking poles
The documents
Passport (or other documents), cash (and card), telephone, health insurance
Shoes
Comfortable trekking boots, preferably already tested on the routes.
Medications
We take a first aid kit with us. Bring personal medications with you if you need them.
Personal hygiene
Hygiene pomade, sunscreen, toothbrush, wet wipes, paper tissues, toothpaste
Travel with us

Если вы ищете уникальный отдых, то рассмотрите тур в Исландию летом и весной 2023 года с Adventure road. С его захватывающими дух пейзажами, яркой культурой и дружелюбными местными жителями, Исландия является идеальным местом для изучения и отдыха.
On this tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the island's most beautiful and iconic sites, such as the Blue Lagoon, Gullfoss, the black beaches of Reynisfjara, the lava fields and the Golden Circle. as you travel, you will see the stunning natural beauty of the country, including glaciers, volcanoes, geysers, and hot springs. On this tour you will get to know the local culture by visiting museums, galleries and traditional Icelandic villages.На протяжении всего тура вас будут сопровождать местные гиды, которые расскажут об истории и культуре страны. Они также предоставят вам советы о лучших местах, где можно поесть, купить сувениры и настоящие местные продукты хаукарль и лопопесы.
Если вы ищете незабываемые впечатления от отдыха, то тур в Исландию летом и весной 2023 года — идеальный способ сделать это.

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Contact us
Barbara and Paul
Phone: +420 604 264 002
E-mail: youradventureroad@gmail.com
Prague 2022 (C)

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