The wonder of Southern Iceland! This journey takes you through the beautiful countryside of southern Iceland and the central highlands. See colorful mountains and take a dip in a natural hot spring, before continuing west towards the country's most famous active volcano, Hekla.
Highlights
- Reykjavik day trip to Landmannalauger
- See southern Iceland's natural beauty
- Visit Hjalparfoss waterfall and admire Landmannalauger's colorful mountains
- Relax in a natural pool
- See the Hekla volcano
Recent Photos of this Tour
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LandmannalaugarWalking in the colorful volcanic landscape of LandmannalaugarPhoto by: Anonymous12 2011 -
Multicolored rhyolite ...Multicolored rhyolite mountains in Landmannalaugar region near Hekla volcano, ReykjavikPhoto by: Anonymous11 2011 -
iceland 4Our hke at Lanmannalauger National Park.....doesn't it look like we are on the moon?Photo by: eldeedee09 2012 -
Useful Information
Landmannalaugar, Iceland
Leaving Reykjavik you will head to the geothermal area of Landmannalauger, famous for its incredible natural beauty and often called "The Pearl of the Central Highlands".
Travel into the highlands through Pjorsardalur valley and visit Hjalparfoss waterfall. Landmannalauger's colorful mountains are due to centuries of volcanic activity in the area. The picturesque natural landscape in this raw climate is simply breathtaking. While there, you'll enjoy a relaxing bath in a natural warm pool which is created where many hot and cold springs mix together.
Your tour continues toward the west and past Iceland's most infamous and active volcano, Hekla, which during the Middle Ages was believed to be the gateway to Hell. The volcano has had frequent eruptions in the past years and has left thick layers of ash and pumice over the landscape. Return to Reykjavik over Hellisheidi Mountain Heath.
This product is seasonal and operates from June to September only
Reviewed by Donna M, September 2012
We loved this tour. The landscape and scenery were outstanding. It is well worth the long day. Go well prepared with clothing for all weather and pack a lunch as well as snacks. Great tour !
Reviewed by eldeedee, September 2012
We loved this day trip........got to go hiking a little and have picnic lunch. You would swear you were on the moon. Then to top it off we hit the natural hot springs before our trip home. Be sure to bring bathing suit and hiking boots for this day trip. We thoroughly enjoyed this trip even though it was a long day! Our guide, Linda, was the best! She explained everything about what we were seeing and the history behind it. Only thing you should know is the bus goes over really rough roads (if you can even call them that).......so be prepared for very very bumpy ride for quite some time.
