7-Day Iceland Trekking Itinerary

 

Day 1: Arrival in Reykjavik
Arrival at Keflavik Airport
Transfer to Reykjavik
Explore the Icelandic capital: Harpa, Hallgrímskirkja, and the Old Town
Dinner and overnight stay in Reykjavik

 

Day 2: Start of the Trek – Landmannalaugar
Transfer to Landmannalaugar, the heart of Iceland’s interior
Begin trekking through colorful rhyolite mountains and hot springs
Hike to Hrafntinnusker (12 km)
Overnight stay at Hrafntinnusker mountain hut

 

Day 3: Hrafntinnusker – Álftavatn
Trek through barren desert landscapes and lava valleys
Follow trails along canyons and picturesque rivers
Arrive at Álftavatn lake (15 km)
Overnight stay at Álftavatn mountain hut

 

Day 4: Álftavatn – Emstrur (Botnar)
Traverse black volcanic sands and glacial rivers
Enjoy views of the Mýrdalsjökull glacier
Reach the Emstrur valley (16 km)
Overnight stay at Emstrur mountain hut

 

Day 5: Emstrur – Thórsmörk
Hike through canyons and ravines surrounded by Icelandic vegetation
Marvel at views of the Eyjafjallajökull volcano
Arrive in the lush valley of Thórsmörk (17 km)
Overnight stay at Thórsmörk mountain hut

 

Day 6: Thórsmörk – Return to Reykjavik
Optional trekking on local trails (e.g., towards Fimmvörðuháls)
Return to Reykjavik in the late afternoon
Relaxing evening at Sky Lagoon or Blue Lagoon hot springs
Overnight stay in Reykjavik

 

Day 7: Farewell to Iceland
Free time for souvenir shopping or a walk around Reykjavik
Transfer to Keflavik Airport
Departure

 

Organizational Notes:
Trekking is guided
Accommodation: mountain huts, tents, or guesthouses (your choice)
Daily trekking distances: 12 to 17 km
Moderate fitness level required