Hotel Rangá - 3 Nights
One of Iceland's most renowned countryside retreats, Hotel Rangá combines luxury, exceptional dining, and warm Icelandic hospitality in a stunning riverside setting beneath South Iceland's glaciers and volcanoes.
A 6-day premium hiking journey through Iceland's glaciers, waterfalls, black sand beaches, colorful mountains, geothermal valleys, and remote Highlands.
Fire & Ice pairs strong hiking days with warm Icelandic hospitality, Hotel Rangá, Highland Base Hotel Deluxe Rooms, glacier ice, Highland color, geothermal valleys, and the South Coast's black sand edge.
Highlights
- Guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull Glacier
- South Coast waterfalls and Reynisfjara black sand beach
- Þórsmörk hike via Fimmvörðuháls, Magni & Móði, and Útigönguhöfði
- Landmannalaugar Bláhnúkur & Brennisteinsalda Loop
- Kerlingarfjöll and Hveradalir geothermal hiking
- 3 nights at Hotel Rangá
- 2 nights at Highland Base Hotel in Deluxe Rooms
- Highland Baths access
- Golden Circle: Gullfoss, Geysir, and Þingvellir
- Expert Icelandic hiking guide
What's included
Included
- 5 nights accommodation
- 3 nights at Hotel Rangá
- 2 nights at Highland Base Hotel in Deluxe Rooms
- Expert Icelandic hiking guide
- Private transportation throughout
- Guided glacier hike on Sólheimajökull
- Glacier hiking equipment
- Highland Baths access
- Scheduled hikes and sightseeing
- Pick-up and drop-off in Reykjavík
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal expenses
- Meals not specified in the final itinerary
Accommodation
Luxury stays close to the landscapes you came to hike.
Highland Base Hotel - Deluxe Rooms, 2 Nights
Located in the heart of Kerlingarfjöll, Highland Base Hotel serves as a remote mountain retreat in the Icelandic Highlands, offering a unique combination of comfort, wellness, and wilderness. Guests stay in spacious Deluxe Rooms with access to the Highland Baths.
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Itinerary
Day 1
South Coast & Glacier Adventure
Travel along Iceland's spectacular South Coast, visiting Skógafoss waterfall and Reynisfjara black sand beach. In the afternoon, step onto Sólheimajökull Glacier for a guided glacier hike among ice formations, crevasses, and wide glacier views.
Day 2
Þórsmörk - The Valley of Thor
Venture into Þórsmörk, a spectacular mountain valley nestled between glaciers. From Básar, hike sections of Fimmvörðuháls toward Magni and Móði, then continue across Útigönguhöfði before descending back into the valley.
Distance hiked16 km, 10 mi
Elevation gain800 m, 2,625 ft
Day 3
Landmannalaugar - The Rainbow Mountains
Journey deep into Iceland's Highlands 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
Into the Highlands - Kerlingarfjöll
After visiting Gullfoss waterfall, continue deep into Iceland's remote Highlands toward Kerlingarfjöll. This is a more relaxed transition day, with time for a scenic afternoon hike before unwinding in the Highland Baths.
Day 5
Hveradalir - The Hot Spring Valley
Leave Highland Base Hotel on foot, hike toward Hveradalahnúkur, and descend into Hveradalir. Steam vents, bubbling hot springs, mineral colors, geothermal rivers, and mountain scenery create one of Iceland's most extraordinary landscapes.
Distance hiked12 km, 7.5 mi
Elevation gain600 m, 1,970 ft
Day 6
Golden Circle & Return to Reykjavík
Visit the Geysir geothermal area and Þingvellir National Park before returning to Reykjavík. Walk through the rift valley where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates drift apart and learn about Iceland's geology and Viking history.
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,
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fire & Ice?
Fire & Ice is a scheduled hotel-based Iceland adventure built around glacier scenery, volcanic landscapes, waterfalls, geothermal recovery, active days outside, and story-rich guiding.
Is this hotel-based?
Fire & Ice is hotel-based, pairing guided adventure days with comfortable nights indoors rather than mountain huts.
How active is the trip?
Expect real days outside with scenic walks, optional glacier experiences, hot pools, photography stops, and changing terrain. It is active, but it is not designed as a hut trek.
Are hotels included?
Hotel inclusion depends on the confirmed departure package. The final trip notes will clearly state which hotels, meals, activities, and transfers are included before you book.
Can the route change?
Yes. The guide may adjust the route for road conditions, weather, daylight, or local opportunities while preserving the core Fire & Ice experience.
Fire & Ice: Iceland's Luxury Hiking Adventure
