Luxury Highlands Expedition

DURATION

5 days

AVAILABILITY

Jun-Sep

DIFFICULTY

Easy

PERSONS

1 to 6

BOOK

OVERVIEW

General information

Embark on a thrilling five-days highland adventure across Iceland’s rugged terrain, promising exhilarating exploration and breathtaking scenery at every turn.

Begin your journey with a spirited rendezvous, setting the stage for an immersive odyssey into the heart of Iceland’s wild landscapes.
Traverse the majestic valleys and glacier-carved peaks of Thorsmork, then venture into the mystical oasis of Maelifell, surrounded by vast black sands and volcanic plains.

Explore the surreal beauty of Kerlingarfjöll, where steaming hot springs and vibrant rhyolite mountains await your discovery.
Conclude your adventure in the geothermal wonderland of Landmannalaugar, where bubbling hot springs and rugged trails beckon to be explored.

Throughout your expedition, immerse yourself in the raw beauty of Iceland’s untamed wilderness and embrace the thrill of off-road exploration.
Don’t miss this unforgettable journey through some of Iceland’s most captivating landscapes.

Highlights

Scenic drive from Reykjavik to Thorsmork
Hiking Thórsmörk
Huldujökull ice cap hike
Exploration of the Katla ice cave
Langjökull Glacier
Kerlingarfjöll hike
Kjolur route

Price

From 4900 USD per person
Based on four persons or more
From 6700 USD per person
Based on two persons

What's included

Private luxury 4×4
Professional driver-guide
Detailed personal itinerary
Photo package of your trip

Not included

Flights to and from Iceland
Personal travel insurance

ITINERARY

Day 1

Thórsmörk

Embark on a picturesque journey from Reykjavik to Thorsmork, nestled amidst Iceland’s breathtaking landscapes. Traverse through rugged terrain and lush valleys, soaking in the natural beauty along the way. As the day draws to a close, find solace in the charming coastal town of Vik, where the soothing sounds of the ocean invite you to unwind.

Highlights

Scenic drive from Reykjavik to Thorsmork
Hiking Thórsmörk
Seljalandsfoss

Accommodation

Skálakot Manor or similar

Day 2

Thakgil

Hike to Huldojökull, Katla ice cave in the evening

Continue your adventure from Vik to Thakgil, where towering cliffs and winding rivers await exploration. Today we hike to Huldojökull, one of the largest Icefalls in Iceland breaking off of Myrdálsjökull.

Later, delve into the mystical depths of the Katla Ice Cave late in the evening to be the only people there.

Highlights

Huldujökull ice cap
Exploration of the Katla ice cave

Accommodation

Skálakot Manor or similar

Day 3

Maelifell to Landmannalaugar

Today is a big day of driving through true Icelandic Wilderness. Set out from Vik towards Maelifell, where the iconic green peak rises majestically from the stark black sands. Then we continue our journey to Landmannalaugar, where vibrant rhyolite mountains and natural hot springs await us. Arrive at the tranquil Hrauneyri Highland Center, surrounded by the untamed beauty of the Highlands.

Highlights

Maelifell
Landmannalaugar
Driving through deep Highlands

Accommodation

Sleep in Hrauneyjar Highland centre

Day 4

Langjökull and Kerlingarfjoll

Embark on an exhilarating journey from Hrauneyri Highland Center to Langjokull, Iceland’s second largest ice cap. Afterwards we head further along the Kjolur route to the rugged terrain of Kerlingafjoll where we will we descend into Hveradalir, an otherworldly geothermal area surrounded by frozen glaciers. In the evening we arrive at the Highland Base Camp Kerlingafjoll, the only year round Luxury hotel nestled deep within the Highlands.

Hiking Falljokull glacier in Iceland with Arctic Exped

Highlights

Langjokull glacier
Kerlingarfjöll
Kjolur route
Cozy accommodation at the unique Highland base camp Kerlingafjoll

Accommodation

Sleep in Highland Basecamp

Day 5

Kerlingarfjöll to Reykjavik

We have another option of a small hike around Kerlingarfjöll or even attempt to summit Snækollur, the highest peak of central Highlands. Return to Reykjavik and the end of the day where memories of your Icelandic adventure will linger for years to come.

Highlights

Kerlingarfjöll and Hveradalir
Reflection on the highlights of your Highland journey
Return to Reykjavik, concluding your unforgettable expedition

  The BEST way to experience Iceland! - We had a 3-day private tour with Julian and our time with him was outstanding.  He customized the trip to fit our interests and shared his historical knowledge and... read more experiences with us to enhance our trip.  The private transportation was very comfortable. He was professional yet personable.  As a special treat for our 30th anniversary, he surprised us with champagne in a private ice cave tour. I highly recommend Arctic Exped and we will definitely use them again for future trips.
T K
May 16, 2026 

  Once in a lifetime experience with phenomenal guide - Our family of four (two young teens and two adults) loved every minute of our time with Julian. He was quite responsive from the moment we booked, helping us customize... read more our tour to exactly what we wanted to see, was perfectly on time for our pickup, and went out of his way to tailor each activity to the physical limitations of our group. Julian was so friendly and knowledgeable about the landscape and ecology of Iceland, pointing out details we never would have noticed on our own. The small details are really what set him apart from other guides or group tours - reliable private transport, adaptability, experience and knowledge of Iceland, and he even stopped for snacks for my aways hungry teen! This was by far one of the best tours we have ever taken. We had such an amazing time with Julian that we booked a second tour days later with him as well!
Kate R
April 13, 2026 

  Amazing tour of Iceland with stunning photos! - We had the most amazing experience with Julian and Arctic Exped! Such a knowledgeable group of people and Julian’s expertise make this trip so fun and adventurous! They think of... read more every detail and I cannot them and thank them enough!!
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April 8, 2026 