The best-known of all Iceland treks, this trail leads from the Landmannalaugar Valley in the southern highlands to the great Eyjafjallajökull Glacier.

On the way, hikers cross the world’s third-biggest geothermal zone, and pass through yellow-colored rhyolite mountains, black volcanic deserts and lush green valleys.

Iceland ProTravel offers five-day guided treks with overnights in comfy mountain huts with your luggage transported between overnight sites. Throughout the journey, groups of six to 12 trekkers are led by an experienced Icelandic trekking guide.

Day 1 Reykjavik – Landmannalaugar
Transfer early morning from accommodation in Reykjavik. The drive to Landmannalaugar via a beautiful rhyolite area is followed by a relaxing walk and a chance to soak in a natural hot pool. Enjoy a meal and overnight stay at a mountain hut in Landmannalaugar.

Day 2 Landmannalaugar – Hrafntinnusker – Alftavatn
Carry only things that are really needed (camera, water, etc), the group moves slowly uphill to the Storihver hot springs area. After crossing an obsidian outcrop called the Hrafntinnusker, hikers have a great view of the plateau followed by a descent to Lake Alftavatn and another overnight hut. Walking time: c. eight hours.

Day 3 Alftavatn – Emstrur
Today’s route crosses a couple of rivers and areas of sand and gravel as hikers enjoy the vast Icelandic countryside and its solitude. The region is rather flat, but all around are glaciers and mountains. The group stays in a hut at Emstrur, where a warm meal is waiting. Walking time: c. six hours.

Day 4 Emstrur – Thorsmork/Langidalur
The day starts with a hike through an impressive canyon to view Myrdalsjokull glacier. After crossing the Sydri-Emstruá River on a bridge, the trek continues along the Markarfljot River. Before reaching Thorsmork and tonight’s mountain hut, hikers need to wade through Thronga River. Walking time: c. six hours.

Day 5 Thorsmork – Reykjavik
On the final day, hikers climb Valahnjukur hike to catch a great view over Thorsmork’s wilderness landscape. After lunch, the bus departs at 2:30 to Reykjavik with arrival time around 6 pm. Walking time: c. three to four hours.