South Iceland · Nights 1–3
Hotel Rangá
A countryside base for Sólheimajökull, Þórsmörk, and Landmannalaugar, with three included hotel nights and dinner waiting after each day's journey.
A premium, all-inclusive six-day journey through glacier ice, South Coast waterfalls, volcanic beaches, colorful Highland mountains, geothermal valleys, and comfortable hotel nights.
Fire & Ice is built for active travelers who want substantial days outside without giving up a warm room, a shower, and a comfortable dinner at the end of the day. From the Reykjavík meeting point to the final return, Norse handles the hotels, every meal, dedicated group transport, guided activities, glacier equipment, and Highland Baths access.
Highlights
- Norse-led glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, with glacier equipment supplied
- Skógafoss, Reynisfjara, Seljalandsfoss, and the South Coast's volcanic edge
- Þórsmörk hike from Langidalur over Valahnúkur and around Tindfjallahringur
- Landmannalaugar's Bláhnúkur and Brennisteinsalda loop
- A hidden geothermal-pool walk and a full Hveradalir hiking day in Kerlingarfjöll
- Three nights at Hotel Rangá and two nights at Highland Base
- Every meal from lunch on Day 1 through lunch on Day 6
- Highland Baths access after the Hveradalir hike
- Gullfoss, Geysir, Efstidalur, and Þingvellir on the journey through the Golden Circle
- A maximum of 14 guests with the Norse guide team and dedicated group transport
Where you'll stay
Two distinctive bases, five comfortable nights.
Spend three nights at Hotel Rangá in South Iceland, followed by two nights at Highland Base inside Kerlingarfjöll. Both properties keep you close to the landscapes in the itinerary while giving you a warm room and time to recover between active days.
- Included room
- Shared twin or double
- Single occupancy
- From USD $2,450 supplement, subject to availability
Kerlingarfjöll · Nights 4–5
Highland Base
Stay inside Kerlingarfjöll, close to Hveradalir and its geothermal mountains. Two included hotel nights put the Highlands outside your door, with Highland Baths access included after the main hike.
What's included
Included
- 5 nights accommodation
- Shared twin or double room accommodation
- 3 nights at Hotel Rangá
- 2 nights at Highland Base
- All meals from lunch on Day 1 through lunch on Day 6
- 5 breakfasts, 3 packed trail lunches, 3 restaurant lunches, and 5 hotel dinners
- Norse hiking and glacier guide team
- Dedicated transport for the Norse group throughout
- Norse-led glacier hike on Sólheimajökull
- Glacier hiking equipment
- Highland Baths access
- The hikes and sightseeing described in the itinerary, subject to conditions
- Meet at BSI Bus Terminal; return to Reykjavík
Not included
- International flights
- Accommodation in Reykjavík before or after the trip
- Travel insurance
- Personal hiking clothing, boots, and daypack
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
- Single occupancy (from USD $2,450 supplement, subject to availability)
Fitness Level
A real hiking journey, with a comfortable room each night.
Fire & Ice includes a glacier experience and three substantial hiking days across the itinerary. Trails can be uneven, steep, muddy, or exposed, and Highland weather can change quickly. You should arrive comfortable walking for around six hours and gaining up to 600 metres on back-to-back active days.
- Þórsmörk: 12 km with about 600 m ascent
- Landmannalaugar: 10 km with about 600 m ascent
- Hveradalir: 12 km with about 600 m ascent
- A Norse-led glacier hike with specialist equipment supplied
- Uneven volcanic and Highland terrain in changeable weather
Fitness levelActive · sustained hiking
Why Travel With Norse Adventures?
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Itinerary
Day 1
South Coast and Sólheimajökull
Meet your Norse guide at BSI Bus Terminal and travel along the South Coast to Skógafoss and Reynisfjara. After an included restaurant lunch, prepare for a Norse-led glacier hike on Sólheimajökull, including equipment fitting, a safety briefing, time on the ice, and wide views across the glacier. Continue to Hotel Rangá for dinner and the first night.
Day 2
Þórsmörk - Valahnúkur and Tindfjallahringur
Travel into Þórsmörk and begin from Langidalur with a packed lunch. Climb Valahnúkur for views over braided rivers and glacier-shaped valleys, then continue around Tindfjallahringur through birch woodland and mountain terrain. Stop at Seljalandsfoss on the return to Hotel Rangá when road and river conditions allow.
Distance hiked12 km, 7.5 mi
Elevation gain600 m, 1,970 ft
Day 3
Landmannalaugar - The Rainbow Mountains
Journey deep into Iceland's Highlands with a packed lunch to hike the classic Bláhnúkur and Brennisteinsalda loop, with colorful rhyolite mountains, geothermal landscapes, and sweeping views across the Highlands.
Distance hiked10 km, 6.2 mi
Elevation gain600 m, 1,970 ft
Day 4
Gullfoss and Kerlingarfjöll
Leave Hotel Rangá at a gentler pace and travel to Gullfoss for the waterfall and an included restaurant lunch. Continue into the Highlands to Kerlingarfjöll, settle into Highland Base, and take an approximately two-hour walk toward a hidden geothermal pool before dinner.
Day 5
Hveradalir - The Hot Spring Valley
Hike from Highland Base toward Hveradalahnjúkur with a packed lunch and descend into Hveradalir. Steam vents, hot springs, mineral colors, geothermal rivers, and rhyolite mountains make this the journey's defining Highland day. Return for the Highland Baths or free time before dinner.
Distance hiked12 km, 7.5 mi
Elevation gain600 m, 1,970 ft
Day 6
Golden Circle & Return to Reykjavík
Leave Highland Base for the Geysir geothermal area, then enjoy an included lunch at Efstidalur farm before continuing to Þingvellir. Walk through the rift valley and connect the landscape to Iceland's geology and early parliament before returning to Reykjavík in the early evening.
Reviews
5.04 reviews
5-star 57hours review
In one word: Awesome!! Magnus prepared an amazing tour which just had the right mix of adventure, sightseeing and fantastic accommodation.
A wide variety of activities, including spectacular hikes, crampons on a glacier, waterfalls galore, hot springs, and the most gorgeous scenery.
The sites was saw were beautiful and the hiking just challenging enough to be effortful but enjoyable,
Frequently asked questions
What is Fire & Ice?
Fire & Ice is a six-day all-inclusive small-group journey combining a Norse-led glacier hike, three substantial Highland hiking days, South Coast landscapes, geothermal experiences, five comfortable hotel nights, all meals, and dedicated group transport.
When is the next departure and how much does it cost?
The confirmed departure runs September 3–8, 2026 and costs USD $4,490 per person, based on two guests sharing a twin or double room.
Live availability and the total for your party are shown in the booking panel. If no places are displayed, contact us before making travel arrangements.
What are the group size and age requirements?
The group is limited to 14 guests. The booking age for this departure is 16 years and older.
Guests should also meet the hiking requirements; age alone does not determine whether the trip is a good fit.
How active is the trip?
This is an active hiking journey rather than a sightseeing tour with short walks. The three principal hiking days cover 10–12 km, gain about 600 metres, and take around six hours each.
You should be comfortable hiking on back-to-back days over uneven volcanic and Highland terrain in changing weather. The itinerary also includes a guided glacier experience.
Good benchmarkYou can walk for around six hours, climb 600 metres, recover overnight, and enjoy doing it again the following day.
Is the glacier hike included?
Yes. The Sólheimajökull glacier hike is operated by the Norse guide team, and the specialist glacier equipment is included.
Glacier conditions are assessed continuously. The guide may change the exact route, time on the ice, or activity plan when safety or weather requires it.
Which accommodation is included?
The trip includes five hotel nights: three nights at Hotel Rangá and two nights at Highland Base in Kerlingarfjöll.
The advertised price is based on two guests sharing a twin or double room. Single occupancy is available from a USD $2,450 supplement, subject to room availability.
If you are booking alone or have a specific bedding requirement, contact us before booking so we can confirm the room arrangement and final supplement.
What is the meal plan?
All meals are included from lunch on Day 1 through lunch on Day 6: five breakfasts, three packed trail lunches, three restaurant lunches, and five hotel dinners. Alcoholic drinks are separate.
Dietary needsTell us about allergies and dietary requirements well before departure so the hotels and packed lunches can be planned properly.
How does payment work?
When the departure is more than 90 days away, a 30% booking deposit can secure your place and the balance is due 90 days before departure. You may also pay in full. Bookings made within 90 days require full payment.
Bookings made at least 30 days before departure have a 48-hour full-refund grace period. After that grace period, 30% of the total trip price is non-refundable whether you paid a deposit or paid in full; any additional refund follows the Norse Adventures cancellation policy.
Bookings made less than 30 days before departure do not have a booking grace period and are non-refundable. The secure booking panel shows the payment option currently available for your selected departure.
Where does the trip begin and end?
The September 3, 2026 departure meets at BSI Bus Terminal in Reykjavík at 09:00. Arrive approximately 15 minutes early with your hiking gear ready.
The planned return to Reykjavík on September 8 is approximately 17:45–18:15. Road, river, weather, and group conditions can affect the exact return time, so do not arrange a tight onward connection.
What should I bring?
Bring broken-in waterproof hiking boots, layered hiking clothing, a waterproof jacket and trousers, warm layers, hat, gloves, a daypack, reusable water bottle, swimwear, personal medication, and comfortable clothing for the hotels.
Norse supplies the specialist glacier equipment. A complete departure-specific packing list is sent before the trip.
Travel insuranceTravel insurance is not included and should cover hiking, medical treatment, evacuation, trip interruption, and your belongings.
Can the route change?
Yes. The guide may adjust hiking routes, timing, activity order, or individual stops for weather, glacier conditions, Highland roads, river crossings, daylight, and the group's pace.
The aim is to preserve the character of Fire & Ice while making the safest and strongest decision for the conditions on the day.
Fire & Ice: Iceland's All-Inclusive Hiking Adventure
