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Highland tours in Iceland

Iceland's highlands are the uninhabited interior: coloured mountains, hot springs and black desert reached only in summer. These tours use super jeeps or scheduled highland buses, run by a local travel agency in Iceland with drivers who know the F-roads and river crossings.

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31 tours · prices per person unless marked private
Landmannalaugar Super Jeep Tour From HellaDay tourSmall groupHighlands · South CoastLandmannalaugar Super Jeep Tour From Hella8–9 hoursMeet on locationAll yearFrom, per person44,990 ISKSee datesFjallabak Super Jeep TourDay tourSmall groupHighlandsFjallabak Super Jeep TourAbout 9 hoursMeet on locationJun–SepFrom, per person45,000 ISKSee datesLandmannalaugar Super Jeep Tour from ReykjavíkDay tourSmall groupHighlandsLandmannalaugar Super Jeep Tour from ReykjavíkAbout 11 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkJun–OctFrom, per person46,125 ISKSee datesLandmannalaugar Private Tour in IcelandPrivate tourHighlandsLandmannalaugar Private Tour in IcelandSuper JeepAbout 11 hoursPick-up or meet on locationJun–OctPrivate tour from207,000 ISKSee datesThorsmork Super Jeep Tour from HellaDay tourSmall groupHighlands · South CoastThorsmork Super Jeep Tour from HellaAbout 6 hoursMeet on locationAll yearFrom, per person39,990 ISKSee datesLandmannalaugar Tour from ReykjavikDay tourSmall groupHighlandsLandmannalaugar Tour from ReykjavikHiking, Hot Springs & HaifossAbout 13 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (May–Sep)From, per person27,990 ISKSee datesLaugavegur & Fimmvörðuháls Trek6-day tourSmall groupHighlandsLaugavegur & Fimmvörðuháls Trek6 Day Highlands Hiking Tour6 days, 5 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkMid-June to mid-SeptemberFrom, per person349,990 ISKSee dates4 Day Iceland Tour with Landmannalaugar4-day tourSmall groupHighlands · South Coast4 Day Iceland Tour with LandmannalaugarGolden Circle, South Coast & Landmannalaugar4 days, 3 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (May–Sep)From, per person169,990 ISKSee datesThorsmork Buggy TourDay tourSmall groupHighlandsThorsmork Buggy TourAbout 2.5 hoursMeet on locationSummer (May–Sep)From, per person34,990 ISKSee datesÞórsmörk Private TourPrivate tourHighlandsÞórsmörk Private TourSuper Jeep Tour from ReykjavikAbout 10 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (May–Sep)Private tour from225,000 ISKSee datesThorsmork Buggy TourDay tourSmall groupHighlandsThorsmork Buggy Tour5 HoursAbout 5 hoursMeet on locationAll yearFrom, per person89,990 ISKSee dates4 Day Laugavegur Trek in Mountain Huts4-day tourSmall groupHighlands4 Day Laugavegur Trek in Mountain HutsGuided hiking tour4 days, 3 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (Jun–Sep)From, per person289,990 ISKSee dates4 Day Laugavegur Trek with Camping4-day tourSmall groupHighlands4 Day Laugavegur Trek with CampingGuided hiking tour, nights in tents4 days, 3 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (Jul–Aug)From, per person249,990 ISKSee dates5 Day Laugavegur Trek, South Coast & Glacier Hike5-day tourSmall groupHighlands · South Coast5 Day Laugavegur Trek, South Coast & Glacier HikeMountain Huts5 days, 4 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (Jun–Sep)From, per person329,990 ISKSee dates7 Day Complete Laugavegur Trek, South Coast & Glacier Hike7-day tourSmall groupHighlands · South Coast7 Day Complete Laugavegur Trek, South Coast & Glacier HikeMountain Huts7 days, 6 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (Jun–Sep)From, per person389,990 ISKSee dates8 Day Grand Laugavegur Trek & Iceland’s Highlights8-day tourSmall groupHighlands · South Coast8 Day Grand Laugavegur Trek & Iceland’s HighlightsMountain Huts8 days, 7 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (Jun–Sep)From, per person429,990 ISKSee datesHusafell Canyon BathsEntry ticketSmall groupHighlands · Snæfellsnes & WestHusafell Canyon BathsHot Springs in the Highlands of IcelandAbout 1 hour 45 minutesMeet on locationSummer (May–Sep)From, per person10,900 ISKSee datesLaki Crater & Lakagígar Lava TourDay tourSmall groupGlacier Lagoon & Vatnajökull · HighlandsLaki Crater & Lakagígar Lava TourHighlands of Iceland8 to 9 hoursSummer (May–Sep)From, per person40,000 ISKSee datesPrivate Mælifell Super Jeep TourPrivate tourHighlandsPrivate Mælifell Super Jeep TourAbout 10 hoursPrivate tour from260,000 ISKSee datesThorsmork HikeDay tourSmall groupHighlandsThorsmork Hike7–8 hoursMeet on locationSummer (May–Sep)From, per person42,000 ISKSee datesLandmannalaugar Hiking Tour from ReykjavikDay tourLarge groupHighlandsLandmannalaugar Hiking Tour from ReykjavikHighlands Adventure14 hours (with Reykjavík pick-up)Pick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (May–Sep)From, per person25,990 ISKSee datesThorsmork Super Jeep Tour from ReykjavikDay tourSmall groupHighlandsThorsmork Super Jeep Tour from Reykjavik10 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkSummer (May–Sep)From, per person42,900 ISKSee datesThorsmork Super Jeep TourDay tourSmall groupHighlandsThorsmork Super Jeep TourIceland Highlands AdventureAbout 7 hoursMeet on locationSummer (May–Sep)From, per person39,000 ISKSee datesThorsmork Hike & Super JeepDay tourSmall groupHighlandsThorsmork Hike & Super JeepAbout 6 hoursSummer (May–Sep)From, per person39,990 ISKSee datesHighlands of East IcelandShore excursionSmall groupEast Iceland · HighlandsHighlands of East IcelandSeyðisfjörður Shore Excursion9–10 hoursFrom the cruise portSummer (May–Sep)From, per person61,000 ISKSee datesPrivate Kerlingarfjöll Jeep & Hiking Tour from ReykjavíkPrivate tourHighlandsPrivate Kerlingarfjöll Jeep & Hiking Tour from ReykjavíkAbout 12 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkJun–SepPrivate tour from225,000 ISKSee datesKerlingarfjöll Small-Group Jeep & Hiking TourDay tourSmall groupHighlandsKerlingarfjöll Small-Group Jeep & Hiking TourAbout 12 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkJun–SepFrom, per person184,500 ISKSee datesLandmannalaugar Hiking Tour in SpanishDay tourSmall groupHighlandsLandmannalaugar Hiking Tour in SpanishAbout 13 hoursPick-up in ReykjavíkJun–SepFrom, per person26,900 ISKSee dates3-Day Iceland's Highlands & Volcano Tour3-day tourSmall groupHighlands · South Coast3-Day Iceland's Highlands & Volcano Tour3 days, 2 nightsPick-up in ReykjavíkJun–SepFrom, per person134,990 ISKSee dates3-Day Landmannalaugar, Green Ridge & Háifoss Hike3-day tourSmall groupHighlands3-Day Landmannalaugar, Green Ridge & Háifoss Hike3 days, 2 nights in hutsPick-up in ReykjavíkJun–SepFrom, per person159,990 ISKSee datesÞórsmörk Super Jeep Tour, 2 Days2-day tourSmall groupHighlands · South CoastÞórsmörk Super Jeep Tour, 2 Days2 days, 1 nightPick-up or meet on locationAll yearFrom, per person250,000 ISKSee dates

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About Highland tours

The highlands are only open for a few months a year, usually from late June to early September, once snow melts and river levels drop enough for the F-roads to be passable. Outside that window the interior is closed to all traffic.

Landmannalaugar and Kerlingarfjöll are known for their coloured rhyolite mountains and geothermal areas, while Þórsmörk sits in a green valley between glaciers. Each has a different character, so it is worth asking what you want to see before picking a tour.

F-roads often involve river crossings that are not suitable for a normal rental car, which is why most visitors join a super jeep tour or highland bus rather than self-drive.

Weather in the highlands changes fast even in summer, so pack layers and waterproofs whatever the forecast says at sea level.

Questions people ask

When can I visit the highlands?

Typically late June to early September, depending on snow melt and road opening dates each year. The interior is closed the rest of the year.

Do I need a 4x4 for highland tours?

Yes, if you are self-driving. Most visitors instead join a super jeep tour or highland bus, which handles the river crossings and rough tracks for you.

Is Landmannalaugar or Þórsmörk better for a day trip?

Landmannalaugar has more colour and hot spring bathing, while Þórsmörk is greener with glacier views. Both work well as a day tour from the south coast in summer.

How long are highland day tours?

Most run 10 to 12 hours given the distances and F-road driving involved, so they suit visitors who are happy with a full day out.

Can I camp in the highlands?

Yes, there are basic campsites and huts at places like Landmannalaugar and Þórsmörk, though facilities are simple and some require advance booking in peak season.