Central Highlands
Highland Trek: Laugavegur
Hike Iceland's legendary trail from Landmannalaugar to Þórsmörk, hut to hut.
Overview
Fifty-five kilometres on foot through the most colourful landscape in Iceland, from rhyolite peaks to black deserts and birch valleys.
We hike hut to hut with light daypacks while a support vehicle carries the rest. Expect river crossings, steaming vents, glacier views and long evenings in mountain huts with hearty dinners.
Highlights
Rhyolite mountains of Landmannalaugar
A soak in the natural hot river
Obsidian fields at Hrafntinnusker
Glacier views over Mýrdalsjökull
The birch valley of Þórsmörk
Luggage transfers between huts
The route.
Times and stops flex with the weather — that’s part of the magic. Here’s how a typical departure unfolds.
55 km on foot
travelled together with your guide
Day 01
Reykjavík
Gear check & welcome dinner
Meet your guide, check your boots and pack for the trail ahead.
Day 02
Landmannalaugar
Into the highlands
A rugged drive inland, a first hike among rhyolite peaks and a soak in the hot river.
Day 03
Hrafntinnusker
Obsidian & steam
Climb past fumaroles and snowfields to a hut perched at 1,000 metres.
Day 04
Álftavatn
Lake of the swans
Descend to a glacial lake with views across to Mýrdalsjökull.
Day 05
Emstrur
The black desert
Cross rivers and black sand plains to a hut on the edge of a canyon.
Day 06
Þórsmörk
Valley of Thor
Birch woods, braided rivers and a celebration dinner at the end of the trail.
Day 07
Reykjavík
Return
Transfer back to the city with tired legs and a full camera roll.
Dates & prices
Upcoming departures.
Prices are per person sharing. A 15% deposit secures your place, and dates can change free of charge up to 30 days out.
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Reserve your seat with a 15% deposit, or send us your questions first. A real guide will answer within a day.