5-Day Self Guided Trekking Tour Laugavegur to Thorsmork Valley

Explore Iceland’s legendary Laugavegur Trail on a self-guided hut-to-hut trekking adventure, ideal for hikers who prefer to explore independently while we handle the logistics. You’ll follow the same classic route as our guided trek, supported by a detailed information pack with route instructions, notes, and maps. Tour Departures: June 27, July 19, August 2, August 9, August 16, August 23 Enjoy hiking with just a daypack as your luggage is transferred between mountain huts. Public highland bus transportation from Reykjavík (BSI Terminal) takes you to Landmannalaugar, the starting point of the trek. Accommodation is in traditional mountain huts along the trail. This option does not include a guide or meals, giving you full flexibility to hike at your own pace and manage your own food.

Itinerary

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   Day 1 — Reykjavík City to Landmannalaugar

   • Tour Departures: June 27, July 19, August 2, August 9, August 16, August 23 Travel from Reykjavík by public highland bus from the BSI Bus Terminal to Landmannalaugar, the starting point of the Laugavegur Trail. Enjoy the scenic journey through Iceland’s rugged interior before arriving at the trailhead and your first mountain hut in the highlands.

   Landmannalaugar Mountain Hut

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   Day 2 — Landmannalaugar – Lake Álftavatn

   • Begin your trek through the colorful rhyolite mountains of Landmannalaugar, crossing steaming geothermal areas and the black obsidian slopes of Hrafntinnusker before descending into the green valleys and volcanic landscapes leading to the huts by Lake Álftavatn.

   Mountain Hut at Lake Álftavatn

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   Day 3 — Álftavatn – Emstrur

   • Hike across wide black sand plains and volcanic landscapes, crossing several glacial rivers as you continue south through the Icelandic highlands toward the mountain hut at Emstrur, with views of the Mýrdalsjökull glacier along the way.

   Emstrur Mountain Hut

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   Day 4 — Emstur – Thorsmörk

   • Continue south through dramatic highland landscapes, crossing volcanic sands and scenic river valleys before descending into the lush green oasis of Þórsmörk, surrounded by glaciers and rugged mountain ridges.

   Basar Cabin

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   Day 5 — Thorsmörk – Reykjavík city

   • Spend the morning exploring the beautiful Þórsmörk Valley, surrounded by glaciers, mountains, and birch forests, with the option to enjoy a short hike in the area. In the afternoon, return to Reykjavík by public highland bus from Þórsmörk to the BSI Bus Terminal, with arrival expected between 17:00 and 18:00.

What's included

• ✓Detailed self-guided trekking information pack including route description, notes, and maps
• ✓Public highland bus transportation from BSI Bus Terminal in Reykjavík to Landmannalaugar (trailhead)
• ✓Mountain hut accommodation along the Laugavegur Trail (shared dormitory style)
• ✓Luggage transfer between mountain huts during the trek

Not included

• ✗Professional guide services
• ✗Meals, food, and cooking supplies
• ✗Personal hiking equipment and clothing

What to expect

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

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