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Hiking Southern Iceland

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6 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Challenging
Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.
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Highlights

Walk to spectacular waterfalls and along a massive glacier.

Hike up a volcano and soak in a natural hot pool.

Trek through the stunning Múlagljúfur Canyon.

Travel along black sand beaches and wild fjords

Itinerary

Iceland may appear small on the map, but in person its enormous and cinematic landscapes barely feel like Earth at all. Get outdoors and into the action on this six-day active adventure through some of the most epic scenery in the entire country. Hike to the bases of pounding waterfalls, breathtaking in their strength. Travel through landscapes filled with towering peaks, massive glaciers, sprawling icefields, black sand beaches, and wild fjords. Set off on some of the best hikes in the region through spots like Múlagljúfur Canyon, the Skaftafell Glacier, Mt. Laki, and Brennisteinsalda volcano where you can bathe in a natural hot pool. Start and finish the trip in weirdly wonderful Reykjavík and discover how the people lucky enough to call this place home live full-time.

day 1Reykjavik/Vik/Kirkjubaejarklaustur

Arrival Day.
Upon arrival at Keflavik Airport the group will be scheduled for transfers to Hotel Cabin where breakfast will be available. From there, travel to Seljalandsfoss, a waterfall situated on the South Coast of Iceland close to the Ring Road for a quick look. From here set out on an introductory hike up Skógafoss waterfall. Soak in the impressive landscape and towering falls as you become acquainted with some of Iceland’s unique environments. Finish the Day at the hotel in Kirkjubaejarklaustur where you will enjoy an included dinner.

Meal
Breakfast and Dinner
Transport
Private Vehicle Duration : 2.75 hr Distance : 201 km
Included Activities
Skógafoss Waterfall Visit & Hike Duration : 2.5 hr Distance : 6 km, Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Seljalandsfoss Waterfall Visit Duration : 0.5 hr - 1.0 hr

day 2Kirkjubaejarklaustur/Hof

day 3Hof/Kirkjubaejarklaustur

day 4Kirkjubaejarklaustur

day 5Kirkjubaejarklaustur/Reykjavik

day 6Reykjavik

What's Included

Accommodation
Hotels (5 nts).
Meals
6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Note: Allow USD160-210 for meals not included.
Transport
Private minivan/bus, hiking, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
An experienced guide throughout the trip.
Included activities
Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupSeljalandsfoss waterfall visitHike to Skógafoss waterfallHike along Jokulsarlon glacial lagoonSkaftafell nature reserve visitMúlagljúfur Canyon hikeGlacier explorer activity with hikeFjaðrárgljúfur Canyon hikeMt Laki hikeStop at Systrafoss, Systrastapi, and Kirkjugólf waterfallsVatnajökull National Park visit with hikes to waterfalls and up volcanos

Customer Reviews

5.0

based on 8 reviews
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Christine LVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Hiking southern Iceland is an exciting, and demanding trip. beautiful, other worldly landscape. one of my top 3 tours. a person taking this trip should be fit/strong walker. Would not recommend for the average senior (over 65).

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Silja CVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

It was an amazing group experience with wonderful people! It was my third tour with G so far and all of them were exceptional:) I will definetively book again!!

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Kai YVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

I like that Gadventures always find compatible roommates for each of my trip. The trip was well planned, well resourced and fun. It was a timely turn around of the faulty vehicle so that it does not affect the trip and the guide's resourcefulness in making things happen.

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Amelia FVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

Hiking in Iceland with G Adventures was seamless and magical!

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AliceVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

The G Adventures Hiking Southern Iceland was an amazing tour that really showcased the beautiful, diverse, landscapes of Iceland. Ronan was an experienced, knowledgeable tour guide who took the time to show us hidden gems off the beaten path.

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