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Iceland's Laugavegur Trail

7 Days | Hike Iceland’s incredible landscapes on the iconic Laugavegur Trail

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5 reviews

7 days

Start

Reykjavik, Iceland

Finish

Reykjavik, Iceland

Trip Code

BIWL

Min Age

Trip Size

3 - 12

Physical Rating

Meals

6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

Transport

Public bus, on foot

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nights), Hut with shared facilities (4 nights)

From £4,263(7 days)

Trip Informations

Explore Iceland’s rugged landscapes as you hike the Laugavegur Trail from Landmannalaugar to Thorsmork. See the rainbow-coloured mountains, black sand deserts and birch forests and stay in cosy mountain huts along the way. Soak in nearby geothermal hot springs, indulge in traditional Icelandic cuisine and, depending on the weather, maybe set off along the Makarfljotsgljufur Canyon for panoramic views of the neighbouring icecaps.

Why you’ll love this trip

Hike the iconic Laugavegur Trail as you learn about the region’s history and distinct landscape from your local leader.

Explore Icelandic countryside, valleys, natural geothermal features and lava fields as you walk through the Fjallabak Nature Reserve.

Taste the region’s local produce during lunch at Landmannalaugar, then indulge in a traditional Icelandic dinner including mountain lamb or fish and lots of potatoes.

Make the most of your free time – get to know the local way of life with a soak in the Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or learn about the history of Iceland at the National Museum.

Relax in your cosy hut accommodation along the Laugavegur Trail. Put your feet up each night and take in the surrounding views of icecaps, moss-covered hills and basaltic columns.

Is this trip right for you?

In June and July, it doesn’t get dark in Iceland, so make sure to bring an eye mask and earplugs.

Please be pack and be prepared for all weather conditions. The weather can be relatively harsh (very windy, cold and rainy usually mixed with some sunshine and calm conditions as well).

The trail huts are communal and have dorm-style sleeping arrangements. Amenities range from hut to hut and at most include hot water, showers or electricity.

Itinerary

Hike Iceland’s incredible landscapes on the iconic Laugavegur Trail

DAY 1
Day 1 • Reykjavik
Hallo! Welcome to Iceland. Your adventure begins in Reykjavik, which lies just below the Arctic Circle. The city sees around four hours of sunlight a day in winter and 22 hours or more in summer. You’ll have a welcome meeting at 5 pm at your accommodation tonight. If you arrive early, perhaps join locals in the Laugardalslaug Geothermal Pool or head to the National Museum and learn about the history of Iceland from the ninth century. Tonight, maybe head out for dinner and get to know your fellow travellers.
Accommodation
(1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Optional activities
Reykjavik - Laugardalslaug Pool - ISK1330
Reykjavik - National Museum Reykjavik - ISK2500
Reykjavik - Perlan Museum - ISK5990
Reykjavik - Saga Museum - ISK3600
Reykjavik - Whales of Iceland Museum - ISK4300
Reykjanes Peninsula - Blue Lagoon inc return transfer - ISK23999
Special information
It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late, please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception for more information on where the meeting will take place.
We include a voucher for the airport transfer from the airport to the hotel - this will be emailed to you prior to the trip.
DAY 2
Day 2 • Landmannalaugar
Travel through the beautiful Icelandic countryside to Fjallabak Nature Reserve. When you arrive, stop at Landmannalaugar for lunch before checking into your rustic mountain hut accommodation. After checking in, lace up your boots and set off on your first circular hike through the nearby valleys, geothermal features and lava fields. When you return, maybe soak in the geothermal hot creek near your accommodation before sitting down to a traditional Icelandic dinner of dishes like mountain lamb, fish and of course, lots of potatoes!
Accommodation
(1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours. Your hiking distance will be approximately 10 km or 5 hours, with minimal elevation gain.
DAY 3
Day 3 • Laugavegur Trail
Today, you’ll begin your first day on the Laugavegur Trail on a hike through multi-colored mountains and more lava fields. Depending on the weather, you might be able to see Mount Hekla and several icecaps as you walk. Your hike finishes at the obsidian dome where the Hrafntinnusker Mountain Hut is located. When you arrive, enjoy some free time before heading out for dinner with your group.
Accommodation
(1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Included activities
4 day guided Laugavegur Trail trek
Use of a backpack, trekking poles, sleeping bag.
Luggage transportation between huts
Special information
Your hiking distance today will be approximately 16 km or 8 hours, with an elevation gain of around 490 m.
DAY 4
Day 4 • Laugavegur Trail
After breakfast, set off across the Hrafntinnusker plateau with wide open views of geothermal formations, hot springs and mud pools. As you reach the edge of this plateau, take in the open green plains and moss-covered hills. You’ll finish today’s hike at your simple trailside hut in the mountains at Hvanngil. When you arrive, maybe put your feet up before regrouping for dinner.
Accommodation
(1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Special information
Your hiking distance today will be approximately 10 to 16 km or 8 hours with an elevation gain of 210 m of elevation gain.
DAY 5
Day 5 • Laugavegur Trail
This morning, you’ll hike away from the glaciers and moss mountains and across the desert of black sand. If the weather is nice this afternoon, there will be an optional hike along the Makarfljotsgljufur Canyon for panoramic views of the neighbouring icecaps. If time allows, maybe hike to the edge of the canyon before settling into the cosy Botnar huts in the valley of Emstrur.
Accommodation
(1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Special information
Your hiking distance today will be approximately 12 to 22 km or 5 to 8 hours, with around 105 to –275 m of elevation gain and 150 –to 350 m of elevation loss.
DAY 6
Day 6 • Laugavegur Trail to Reykjavik
Today, you’ll leave the Emstrur Valley with a steep descent and bridge crossing. As you walk, you’ll see the basaltic columns, green mossy gorges and large glaciers. Cross the Thronga Glacial River and listen to bird songs as you walk through native birch forest. Finish your hike in Thorsmörk then board the local bus back to Reykjavik. When you arrive, check into your hotel before having the rest of the evening free for you to explore. Tonight, maybe head out for dinner with your fellow travellers – a great way to celebrate the final night of your trip.
Accommodation
(1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours. Your hiking distance will be approximately 16 km or 8 hours, with around 290 m of elevation gain and 580 m of elevation loss.
DAY 7
Day 7 • Reykjavik
Today is the final day of our Iceland’s Laugavegur Trail hiking adventure. As there are no further activities, your trip comes to an end this morning. If you’d like to stay longer, just speak to your booking agent ahead of time.
Meals
Breakfast
Optional activities
Nautholsvík - Thermal Beach - Free
Reykjavik - Whale Watching - ISK14500
Reykjavik - Silfra Fissure Snorkelling Day Trip inc return transfer from Reykjavik - ISK28490
Reykjavik - Lava Tunnel Tour - ISK13900
Reykjanes Peninsula - Blue Lagoon inc return transfer - ISK23999
Reykjavik - Maritime Museum - ISK2450
Reykjavik - Saga Museum - ISK3600
Reykjavik - Harpa Concert Hall - Free
Reykjavik - Whales of Iceland Museum - ISK4300
Aurora Reykjavik - ISK1800
Reykjavik - Saga Museum - ISK4000
Reykjavik - Settlement Exhibition - ISK3000
Reykjavik - Perlan Museum - ISK5990
Reykjavik - Whale Watching (Seasonal) - ISK13990
Reykjavik - Sky Lagoon - ISK13990
Laugarvatn - Fontana Geothermal Baths - ISK5490
Golden Circle - Thingvellir National Park - Free
Special information
Today includes a voucher for the public bus shuttle (Flybus) to get to Keflavik International Airport.

Inclusions

Meals

6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

Transport

Public bus, on foot

Accommodation

Hotel (2 nights), Hut with shared facilities (4 nights)

Included activities

4 day guided Laugavegur Trail trek

Use of a backpack, trekking poles, sleeping bag.

Luggage transportation between huts

Optional activities

Reykjavik - Laugardalslaug Pool - ISK1330

Reykjavik - National Museum Reykjavik - ISK2500

Reykjavik - Perlan Museum - ISK5990

Reykjavik - Saga Museum - ISK3600

Reykjavik - Whales of Iceland Museum - ISK4300

Reykjanes Peninsula - Blue Lagoon inc return transfer - ISK23999

Nautholsvík - Thermal Beach - Free

Reykjavik - Whale Watching - ISK14500

Reykjavik - Silfra Fissure Snorkelling Day Trip inc return transfer from Reykjavik - ISK28490

Reykjavik - Lava Tunnel Tour - ISK13900

Reykjavik - Maritime Museum - ISK2450

Reykjavik - Harpa Concert Hall - Free

Aurora Reykjavik - ISK1800

Reykjavik - Saga Museum - ISK4000

Reykjavik - Settlement Exhibition - ISK3000

Reykjavik - Whale Watching (Seasonal) - ISK13990

Reykjavik - Sky Lagoon - ISK13990

Laugarvatn - Fontana Geothermal Baths - ISK5490

Golden Circle - Thingvellir National Park - Free

Dates and availability

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Sunday Jun 27, 2027

Saturday Jul 03, 2027

Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out

Sunday Jul 11, 2027

Saturday Jul 17, 2027

Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left

£4,263

Sunday Jul 25, 2027

Saturday Jul 31, 2027

Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left

£4,263

Sunday Aug 08, 2027

Saturday Aug 14, 2027

Trip size max: 12 - 3 spaces left

£4,263

Sunday Aug 22, 2027

Saturday Aug 28, 2027

Trip size max: 12 - 5 spaces left

£4,263

Sunday Sep 05, 2027

Saturday Sep 11, 2027

Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left

£4,263

Sunday Sep 19, 2027

Saturday Sep 25, 2027

Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left

£4,263

Important notes

1. Please note this trip requires a minimum of 3 booked customers to guarantee the departure. Your Booking Agent will advise at time of booking if the departure has met minimum numbers. If minimum numbers are not met, you will be advised no later than 30 days out from departure. We recommend arranging flights and related travel services once your departure is guaranteed. In the event that your departure is cancelled due to minimum numbers not being met, a full refund will be provided of monies paid.

2. A completed registration form is required to join these trips. You will not be confirmed for the trip until your form has been received and reviewed. We may ask for a medical release signed by your physician for medical conditions or circumstances which could possibly compromise your safety or the safety of others on this trip – please speak to your agent for further details.

3. To help ensure this trip is right for you, this trip is subject to additional ‘Essential Eligibility Requirements’ – see the ‘Itinerary Disclaimer’ section of the Essential Trip Information for further details.

4.This trip is operated and run by Wildland Trekking, an Tuuur company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Wildland Trekking customers and Tuuur customers.

5. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement only applies Days 1 and 6 of this trip (in Reykjavik), and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

6. A good level of previous hiking experience and fitness is requited to successfully complete this trip.

7. Please provide your flight details at least 30 days before your departure so we can arrange your Flybus transfer vouchers.

Reviews (5)

5 stars

Emily

Sep 15, 2026

I had an absolutely unforgettable time on this trip! Our guide, Mike, brought Iceland’s geography and dramatic landscapes to life with his deep knowledge and engaging explanations. Each evening, he clearly outlined what we could look forward to the next day, and throughout the journey, he was kind, patient, attentive, and always ready to help. Mike is also an exceptional cook! After each rewarding day on the trail, we looked forward to his delicious homemade dinners and desserts. Those memorable meals were the perfect way to relax, refuel, and end the day. I can’t recommend this hiking trip highly enough. From thundering waterfalls and sweeping valleys to breathtaking volcanic landscapes, every day revealed another unforgettable view. Somewhere along the way, I completely fell in love with Iceland. Before this trip, Iceland was simply a bucket list destination to check off; now, I’m already dreaming of returning again and again to discover more of this extraordinary country!

Emily

Sep 07, 2026

I had an absolute blast on this trip! Our tour guide, Mike, was incredibly knowledgeable about Iceland’s geography and landscapes and did such a great job explaining everything along the way. He always gave us a debrief each night about what to expect the next day, and he was incredibly kind and patient throughout the trip. And he’s also an amazing cook! He made some of the best dinners and desserts, which was definitely a bonus after a long day of hiking. I highly recommend this hiking trip. I got to see so many incredible landscapes and waterfalls, and somewhere along the way, I completely fell in love with Iceland. Before this trip, Iceland was just a bucket list destination I wanted to check off. Now, I already know I’ll want to come back again and again to explore more of this beautiful country!!

Malcolm

Aug 02, 2026

Candy

Aug 02, 2026

Our hiking trip was amazingly beautiful. Our guide Mike was informative, knowledgeable, a great cook and an all around great guy. I would highly recommend requesting him for this trip as he is a geographer and has lots of information on the glaciers, volcanoes and rock formations to pass along. He also was nearby if there were any areas one felt slightly uncomfortable with. He also cooks a great lamb stew!

Sarah

Jul 15, 2026

Absolutely amazing trip. Our guide Mike was the most attentive and knowledgeable person and he made the whole experience unforgettable. It was fantastic to take a break from life and enjoy hiking through Iceland.

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