Þórsmörk Hike | Day Tour

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Get deep into the amazing Þórsmörk Mountain Reserve with a local expert. Four hours of hiking in a mind-blowing wilderness. Breathe in the fresh mountain air, enjoy the panoramic views and relish your personal “Wellness Day” in the valley of the Thunder God, mighty Thor.

Duration
8 hours
Difficulty
Moderate
Minimum age
13 years
Getting there
Walking
Book by
2490 minutes before
Cancellation
Free up to 72 h before

from

32.000 ISK

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The Grapevine's take

Þórsmörk

This tucked away valley is blocked to normal cars by the Krossá river, meaning it’s determined hikers who bus or jeep their way there. The mountains are purple and blue, there are hiking trails to suit all abilities, hot pools to soak in, and camping huts to rest beneath the fresh air. “It’s just one of the most beautiful spots on earth,” said the panel. With all kinds of peaks and nooks and crannies, the area is full of natural beauty and folkloric significance, with all kinds of historical landmarks and spiritual tales attached to the trails and region. It has a very special feeling.

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About this tour

Get deep into the amazing Þórsmörk Mountain Reserve with a local expert. Four hours of hiking in a mind-blowing wilderness. Breathe in the fresh mountain air, enjoy the panoramic views and relish your personal “Wellness Day” in the valley of the Thunder God, mighty Thor.

Þórsmörk will provide you with an experience of a lifetime, surrounded as it is by the volcanic glaciers of Mýrdalsjökull, Tindfjallajökull and Eyjafjallajökull (the one that erupted in 2010).

We, of course, stop by at some beautiful sceneries along the way too. Among them is Gígjökull, an outlet glacier from Eyjafjallajökull, and from where a major glacial flood came down during the 2010 eruption, changing the landscape dramatically.

We will drive between the sights in our specially adapted Super Jeeps which are capable of handling rough terrain and un-bridged rivers, thus experiencing the magnificent power and colours of nature, with canyons, hanging glaciers and glacial rivers all around, set amongst birch trees and vivid green moss clad rocks.




What's included

3 hours of super jeep driving

4 hour Thórsmörk hike

Un-bridged river crossings

Eyjafjallajökull flood scene

Waterfall; Seljalandsfoss

Mountain guide

What to bring

Good hiking boots and clothes good for hiking. We suggest wearing layers and carrying a small backpack where you can put your extra clothes.

Good to know

There is a minimum of 4 participants for this tour. In case of fewer bookings we will give you two choices: alternative trip or 100% refund.

Lunch is not included. However you can order lunchboxes in the booking process.

You can request for a private tour (most popular)

This tour can be combined with most of our other tours and activities

Where it starts

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 72 hours before the tour.

For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.

For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*

*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.

Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io

Questions

How long is Þórsmörk Hike?
About 8 hours.
Where does it start?
There is no pickup: you meet the operator at . Most people drive there themselves.
What is the minimum age?
13 years.
Can I cancel?
Yes. Cancellation is free up to 72 hours before the tour starts.
How hard is it?
The operator rates it moderate.

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