Thórsmörk private excursion

DURATION

8-10 hours

AVAILABILITY

Apr-Oct

DIFFICULTY

Medium

PERSONS

1 to 6

BOOK

OVERVIEW

General information

The Thorsmork guided trip offers an expert-led adventure through the Thorsmork, a picturesque valley located in the south of Iceland, known for its unique combination of glaciers, rivers, and lush vegetation, providing visitors with an opportunity to discover the natural beauty and unique geological features of the area.

Thorsmork, also known as “Valley of Thor,” is a beautiful and unique wilderness area located in the south of Iceland. The valley is known for its stunning landscapes, including glaciers, mountains, and rivers, as well as the abundance of hiking and outdoor activities available.

One of the best ways to experience Thorsmork is by taking a guided tour. These tours are led by experienced guides who know the area well and can show you all the best spots.
On a guided tour of Thorsmork, you will get to explore the valley’s diverse landscapes and see its unique features up close. You will hike through the valley’s lush green hills, cross glacial rivers and get the chance to see the glaciers, such as Eyjafjallajökull and Tindfjallajökull. You will also see the beautiful waterfalls, hot springs, and geothermal areas that are located in the valley.

You will have breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. You will see glaciers, rivers, and valleys, as well as other mountain ranges in the distance.
In addition to the natural beauty, a guided tour of Thorsmork will also give you a glimpse into the history and culture of the area. The guides will tell you about the legends and stories that surround the valley, as well as the history of the people who have lived here over the centuries.

Overall, a guided tour of Thorsmork is an unforgettable experience that should not be missed by any nature lover or outdoor enthusiast visiting Iceland. It offers a unique blend of natural beauty, geological wonders, and cultural heritage. So, If you’re planning a trip to Iceland, make sure to include a visit to Thorsmork in your itinerary.

Highlights

Seljalandfoss waterfall
Gígjökull glacier
Stakkholtsgjá canyon
Nauthúsagil canyon
Secret Black Beach

Price

240,000 ISK per tour

What's included

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

What to bring

Warm clothes
Hat and gloves
Good hiking shoes
Waterproof clothing

ITINERARY

					  Can't recommend enough - TL;DR: BOOK THEM!!

If you’re planning a trip to Iceland, I have two bits of advice: book a private tour, and book Arctic Exped for that tour.

Planning... read more a trip to Iceland can be overwhelming—at least for us. Every place we wanted to visit seemed to have an 18-letter name that was impossible to pronounce. We found Julian and spoke with him about what we wanted to see and the overall vibe of the trip we were looking for.

He worked with us on the itinerary we had planned and made thoughtful recommendations on what we were missing or what could be swapped for even better options. He also included several off-the-beaten-path stops, which ended up being some of the most memorable moments of our entire trip. That’s the kind of experience you simply can’t get any other way.

Julian is cool, funny, knowledgeable, and extremely experienced, which allowed us to feel completely safe and at ease—whether we were out on outdoor excursions or spending long hours driving across the country.

As if the trip itself wasn’t incredible enough, we also ended up with gorgeous photos.

I can’t speak highly enough about our experience, and I can’t recommend Julian and Arctic Exped enough.				
David A
January 8, 2026 

					  Amazing trip to see Katla and South Coast  - What a treat! Julian picked us up promptly from our hotel. With the weather predicted to take a turn for the worse, he made sure to review our itinerary with... read more us to hit our priorities first while we still had good light. As memories of our experience were (are) important to us, we appreciated his attention to detail both in planning our route and in helping plan shots of the family. We also appreciated his help in picking a good restaurant during our day as our son can be a bit of a picky eater at times. An unexpected treat was, ironically, skipping the black sand beach (Reynisfjara) and the associated busloads of tourists. As we discussed on the ride, we had been before when the weather was nicer and didn't need to take a repeat trip if he had a better option for our time. Instead, he took us to another black sand beach that we were able to have all to ourselves!

We will definitely do another tour with Arctic Exped the next time we're back in Iceland.				
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January 4, 2026 

					  Julian an amazing tour guide!  - Julian was an incredible tour guide and an absolute pleasure to spend time with. We spent three days with him exploring the south of Iceland, and from the very beginning... read more he was warm, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable. He planned an awesome itinerary for us and thoughtfully customized the trip around specific things we wanted to see and do. Julian was easygoing, enthusiastic, and genuinely passionate about Iceland, which made long drives and busy days extra enjoyable! This was my second time in Iceland but my first time booking a private tour guide, and I would 100% recommend a private tour over a group tour. It takes the experience to another level. If we hadn’t booked a tour with Julian, I don’t think we would have had nearly as amazing of an experience in Iceland as we did.				
Linda S
January 4, 2026