Activity Tours Hiking Tours Laugavegur
 Laugavegur Hiking Tour - IcelandLandmannalaugar - Thorsmork and the new volcanoes Magni and Modi
The Laugavegur trail is Iceland's most famous, known all over the world because there are few trails that offer more diversity and beauty. We start in Landmannalaugar, a geothermal wonderland, and make our way south through the highlands. On the way we see fields of obsidian, red and yellow rhyolite mountains, black sands and sparkling white glaciers. The Laugavegur trail ends in Thorsmork, a green valley nesting under the famous glacier Eyjafjallajokull; there we spend a day resting and enjoying this beautiful valley. PriceFrom 143,900 ISK per person Departures 2013June 24th - June 29th July 8th - July 13th July 15th - July 20th July 22nd - July 27th July 29th - August 3rd August 5th - August 10th August 12th - August 17th August 19th - August 24th August 21st - August 26th August 26th - August 31st (only 3 places left) September 4th - September 9th DetailsDuration: 6 days, 5 nights. About 4-7 hours trekking per day Minimum age: 14 years old Total hiking distance: 72 kilometers (45 miles), maximum ascent 600 meters (1900 feet) Level: moderate, suitable for anyone in good health, no previous hiking experience needed Accommodation: mountain huts Included: transport, English guiding service, accommodation and meals
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This is a trekking tour
Our trekking trips are a comfortable way to enjoy the great outdoors. These are assisted treks, which means your luggage and food will be transported from hut to hut in a 4x4 jeep. That means you only have to carry a small day pack but still have the luxury of a proper meal and a change of clothes each night. At the end of the day you can relax while your guide prepares dinner and desert!
ItineraryDay 1: You will be picked up at your accomodation in Reykjavík between 7.00-7.30 or meet us by the Reykjavík tourist info in Aðalstræti 2 at 7.30. There we board the scheduled bus that takes us to Landmannalaugar. The drive takes about 3-4 hours, on the way we drive 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. We walk by the beautiful hot spring Stórihver before crossing into the obsidian desert by Hrafntinnusker. We spend the night in the hut in Hrafntinnusker, one of the most remote huts in Iceland.
Distance: 12km (7.5 mi) Walking time: 4-5 hrs Ascent: 470 m (1540 ')
Day 2: After breakfast in the hut we head out again and walk along the Reykjafjöll mountains and then descend into the Jökultungur area. The geothermal activity has turned these gullies yellow and red. From the top of Jökultungur there is a great view over the Fjallabak area and lake Álftavatn which is our next overnight stop. Before reaching Álftavatn we cross an unbridged stream on foot. We spend the night in the hut by the lake.
Distance: 12km (7.5 mi) Walking time: 4-5 hrs Descent: 490 m (1610 ')
Day 3: 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 Mælifellssandur. 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 chance to enjoy the view of Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull glaciers. Just before reaching the hut in Botnar we turn of the path to look at Markarfljótsgljúfur, almost 200m deep canyons carved out by the glacial river Markarfljót. The hut in Botnar is in a little green oasis, a welcome sight after walking through the black sands.
Distance: 15km (9.5 mi) Walking time: 6-7 hrs Descent: 40 m (130 ')
Day 4: We put Emstrur behind us and continue along the canyons on our way to Þórmörk. The trail takes us within a few kilometers from the great Mýrdalsjökull 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 and into the dense birch forest in Þórsmörk. Þórsmörk is a green valley nesting under the glaciers Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull, a magnificent place to spend the night.
Distance: 15km (9.5 mi) Walking time: 6-7 hrs Descent: 300 m (985 ')
Day 5: There is a lot to see and do in Þórsmörk. We spend the day exploring this unique place, walking on one of many paths that go around the valley. We can for example visit the Song cave or go for hike up Valahnjúkur, an excellent view point. Those who wish can simply relax and enjoy nature in this beautiful place. We spend the night in Þórsmörk.
Distance: 0-10 km (0-6 mi) Walking time: 0-6 hrs
Day 6: Today we leave Þórsmörk early in the morning and head for the mountain pass between the two glaciers, Eyjafjallajökull and Mýrdalsjökull. We will walk up to the two new volcanos formed in 2010, Magni and Móði, the sons of Thor. On the way we pass by a ”waterfall” of lava formed in the eruption. Here you have a chance to see how Iceland is still being constructed. We return to Reykjavík in the early evening where the tour ends at the main tourist info, Aðalstræti 2, in the heart of Reykjavík. From there taxis and local busses are available.
Distance: 16km (10 mi) Walking time: 7-8 hrs Ascent: 800 m (2600 ')
Equipment list:Boots and clothing: -Hiking boots, good sturdy boots with sufficient ankle support for walking on rough trails. They should have a robust sole and preferably waterproof. -Long sleeve top, thermal underwear made of wool or synthetics, not cotton. -Rain jacket with a hood,preferable breathable fabric such as Gore tex or similar -Rain trousers, preferable breathable fabric such as Gore tex or similar -Gloves and mittens, one pair each. Wool or synthetic -Hiking socks, wool or synthetic, 2-3 pairs -Warm hat and/or balaclava
Other gear: -Backpack, 30-50 liters -River shoes, old sneakers or similar for fording rivers. -Sleeping bag and travel pillow -Travel sack for your baggage that is transported between huts. Suitcases are not recommended -Towel -Tooth brush and personal toiletries -Sunglasses/sunscreen -Water bottle
Optional: -Hiking poles -Gaiters -Pen knife -Camera, batteries, memory card -Book -Headlamp for trips in late season, after august 10th. -Earplugs
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