Iceland: Summer Camping, Gorges, and Glaciers

Reykjavik - Seljalandsfoss - Kirkjubæjarklaustur - Skaftafell National Park - Hveragerdi

Adventure, Exploration, Hiking, Photography, Videography

With an abundance of ice caves and mountain vistas, this summer adventure will take you across the dramatic landscapes of Iceland! Hike across glaciers, feel small beneath jaw-dropping waterfalls and eat like a Viking on this 7-day journey. Channel your adventurous spirit, pack your camera and prepare for the trip of a lifetime! Please Note: This is a participatory camping trip, in which all travelers will be assisting in setting up camp and cooking meals. Guides will teach you the best methods for quick set up and take down of tents, and will lead the cooking, providing clear instructions and oversight. If you’ve never set up camp or cooked outdoors before, this is the perfect opportunity to learn under expert supervision!

  • 7 days

  • 8 - 15 spots

  • Double occupancy in tent campsites(single tents available)

  • 6 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners

  • TrovaTrip will provide 3 transfers from Reykjavík Airport (RKV) , between 9 AM and 5 PM

  • TrovaTrip will provide 2 transfers to Reykjavík Airport (RKV) on the last day

Activities Included

  • Thingvellir National Park Tour
  • Gullfoss Waterfall Visit
  • The Great Geysir Viewing
  • Soak in the Secret Lagoon
  • Seljalandsfoss Waterfall Walk
  • Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach Visit
  • Skogafoss Waterfall Walk
  • Jokulsarlon Iceberg Boat Ride
  • Breidamerkurjokull Glacier Hike
  • Svartifoss Waterfall Hike
  • Fjadrargljufur Canyon Visit
  • Hveradalir Hike

Other Inclusions

  • Double occupancy in tent campsites
  • Local Guide throughout trip
  • All city transfers
  • Arrival airport transfer (until 5 pm on first day)
  • Departure airport transfer (morning of last day)

Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Food and alcohol (except as noted)
  • Visas and travel insurance
  • Airport transfers outside of designated times
  • Tips for Guides

Itinerary

Day 1

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Day 1

Welcome to Iceland! Settle in and get ready for an incredible trip.

meal

dinner

Welcome dinner at a local restaurant is included.

transfer

1 HOUR

Airport Transfer

Day 2

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Day 2

Rise and shine to the first full day of your adventure in Iceland! Today you will go on an epic road trip through the Golden Circle, a route that passes through Icelandic countryside to see spouting geysers, crashing waterfalls and stunning views all around.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

activity

1 HOUR

Thingvellir National Park Tour

Your first stop will be in Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here you will be able to look down a volcanic rift and straddle two tectonic plates. Fun fact: This is the only place where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet and can be seen on dry land! Thingvellir is recognized as the place in which Iceland’s identity as a nation began as it was the site the Viking settlers chose as their parliament back in the 10th century.

activity

40 MIN

Gullfoss Waterfall Visit

Travel to where the milky Hvita river drops into a volcanic fissure, forming one of Iceland's most beautiful waterfalls, Gullfoss. You will have some time to walk around the area and take some epic photos.

activity

45 MIN

The Great Geysir Viewing

Visit the spouting hot springs of the Great Geysir and Strokkur where you’ll be able to walk around the geothermal area. The lively Strokkur spouts water 100 feet into the air every few minutes, so have your camera ready and enjoy the show!

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1 HOUR 30 MIN

Soak in the Secret Lagoon

Take advantage of the healing and rejuvenating waters of the Secret Lagoon. This man-made geothermal pool, built in 1891, is the oldest swimming pool in Iceland. You’ll be surrounded by walkways and small steamy hotspots as you soak and relax at the end of your tour.

accommodation

Seljalandsfoss Campsite

Overnight in Seljalandsfoss.

Day 3

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Day 3

The adventure continues with a road trip through Iceland’s spectacular South Coast, where the forces of nature continue to dramatically shape the island. Keep your camera ready to record the breathtaking scenery you’ll pass along the way.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the campsite is included.

activity

40 MIN

Seljalandsfoss Waterfall Walk

A short hike will take you to the magnificent Seljalandsfoss Waterfall, one of the most popular sites in Iceland. The 200 foot cascade is fed from a volcanic glacier and thunders over steep granite walls. A pathway behind the falls will allow you to experience the power of the falling water. You will get wet from the mist created by the waterfall, so plan to bring suitable clothing.

activity

45 MIN

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach Visit

You’ll be enchanted by the mystical Reynisfjara black sand beach. The panorama of basalt caves, black beach sand and giant stacks of basalt rock overlooking the Atlantic Ocean could be mistaken for a completely different planet.

activity

30 MIN

Skogafoss Waterfall Walk

Explore the Skogafoss Waterfall, where your hike will take you upstream for about 5 miles. Hiking over emerald green landscapes, beside rugged canyons and countless waterfalls, you’ll be surrounded by giant rainbows as you approach Skogafoss. Keep your camera handy, this is said to be the most breathtaking hike of your visit.

accommodation

Kirkjubæjarklaustur Campsite

Overnight in Kirkjubæjarklaustur.

Day 4

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Day 4

Start the day with a short drive to one of Iceland’s crown jewels, Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon where today's adventure begins.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the campsite is included.

activity

40 MIN

Jokulsarlon Iceberg Boat Ride

The lagoon is formed naturally from melted glacial water and is exponentially growing from blocks of ice that crack away from the glacier and crash into the waters. Your boat tour will take you around the lagoon to float alongside the icebergs and watch the seals at play.

activity

4 HOURS

Breidamerkurjokull Glacier Hike

Explore the Breidamerkurjokull section of the largest glacier in Iceland, Vatnajokull. You’ll snap on a pair of crampons to explore the endless terrain of snow and ice and photograph the magnificent Crystal Ice Caves.

accommodation

Skaftafell NP Campsite

Overnight in Skaftafell.

Day 5

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Day 5

Time for another fabulous day in Iceland! Hike to a canyon more than 2 million years old, photograph the most awe-inspiring landscapes and stand beneath one of Iceland's most spectacular waterfalls.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the campsite is included.

activity

2 HOURS 30 MIN

Svartifoss Waterfall Hike

A leisurely 2.5 mile hike through the Vatnajokull National Park will take you to the spectacular Svartifoss Waterfall. At a towering 66 feet high, the fall cascades down massive basalt columns that are nestled in the lush green landscape.

activity

1 HOUR

Fjadrargljufur Canyon Visit

Head to the Fjadrargljufur Canyon, one of the most beautiful gorges in Iceland. This massive canyon is millions of years old, and features the Fjarda River carving the way through its base to create a truly breathtaking landscape.

accommodation

Hveragerdi Campsite

Overnight in Hveragerdi.

Day 6

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Day 6

After breakfast, you will lace up your hiking boots for one of Iceland’s iconic hikes through the geothermal area of Hversdalir, one of the largest high-temperature geothermal sites in the country.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the campsite is included.

activity

2 HOURS

Hveradalir Hike

Between the mud pools, hissing vents, spouting geysers and extraordinary geothermal colors, the hike through Hveradalir is an unforgettable experience. The 4.5 mile hike will take roughly 2.5 to 3 hours and the weather can be temperamental so be sure to bring a jacket.

meal

dinner

Farewell dinner at a local restaurant is included.

accommodation

Hotel Klettur

Overnight in Reykjavik.

Day 7

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Day 7

All good things must come to an end! You'll transfer to the airport and bid farewell for now.

meal

breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel is included.

transfer

1 HOUR

Airport Transfer

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