Beautiful colorful volcanic mountains Landmannalaugar in Iceland summer time
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Highland Expedition

Into Iceland's wild interior

6 days / 5 nights
2-4 guests
June 15 - September 15
challenging

From

€6,950

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Tour Overview

Iceland's interior highlands remain one of Europe's last true wildernesses. This expedition takes you into this otherworldly landscape via rugged super jeep, crossing rivers, traversing volcanic deserts, and discovering places few visitors ever see. Camp under the midnight sun or Northern Lights, soak in remote hot springs, and experience the raw beauty of Iceland's untamed heart.

Tour Highlights

Super jeep highland crossing
Landmannalaugar hot springs
Kerlingarfjöll mountains
Askja volcanic caldera
Highland river crossings
Remote camping options
Volcanic desert landscapes
Hidden hot springs

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Your Journey

6 days of adventure

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Day 1

Departure into the Wild

Highland mountain hut

Leave Reykjavik in your super jeep, crossing the first highland roads toward Landmannalaugar. Navigate river crossings and lava fields before arriving at the colorful rhyolite mountains. Soak in the famous hot spring.

Today's Highlights

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Highland departure
2
River crossings
3
Landmannalaugar arrival
4
Natural hot spring bathing
2
Day 2

Rainbow Mountains

Highland mountain hut

Full day exploring Landmannalaugar's hiking trails and colorful mountains. Hike to volcanic craters, obsidian lava fields, and hidden valleys painted in every color. Evening relaxation in the hot springs.

Today's Highlights

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Highland hiking
2
Volcanic craters
3
Obsidian fields
4
Evening hot spring
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Day 3

Kerlingarfjöll Geothermal

Highland resort

Drive across the Kjölur highland route to Kerlingarfjöll, the "Mountains of the Old Woman." Explore steaming geothermal valleys surrounded by snow-capped peaks and glacial rivers.

Today's Highlights

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Kjölur crossing
2
Kerlingarfjöll geothermal
3
Steaming valleys
4
Mountain landscapes
4
Day 4

To Askja

Highland mountain hut

Epic journey across the volcanic desert of Ódáðahraun, Iceland's largest lava field, to Askja caldera. Swim in the warm waters of Víti crater lake surrounded by volcanic walls.

Today's Highlights

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Volcanic desert crossing
2
Askja caldera
3
Víti crater swim
4
Lunar landscapes
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Day 5

Northern Highlands

Hotel near Lake Mývatn

Explore the northern highlands with their dramatic canyons and hidden waterfalls. Visit Dettifoss and the Jökulsárgljúfur canyon before exiting the highlands to Lake Mývatn.

Today's Highlights

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Northern highlands
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Dettifoss waterfall
3
Jökulsárgljúfur canyon
4
Mývatn arrival
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Day 6

Return

Hotel in Reykjavik (or departure)

Drive the coastal route back to Reykjavik with stops at highlights along the way. Arrive in time for a farewell dinner celebrating your highland adventure.

Today's Highlights

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Scenic return drive
2
Coastal highlights
3
Reykjavik arrival
4
Farewell dinner
Book This Tour

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Starting from

€6,950

per person, based on 2-4 guests

What's Included
  • Expert highland guide/driver
  • Super jeep with all equipment
  • 5 nights accommodation
  • All meals during expedition
  • All permits and fuel

Ready to Experience Highland Expedition?

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