Iceland: Hike, Bike & Kayak – 6 Days
A glacier trek, the Westman Islands, cycling and kayaking, in a group of up to twelve.
Tour overview
This 6-day active trip combines hiking, cycling and kayaking with Iceland's classic sights. A local leader travels with the group, which numbers no more than twelve, with a qualified guide for the glacier trek. You stay five nights in hotels and cabins, with breakfast daily.
After the Golden Circle you base yourself in cabins near Hvolsvöllur, taking the ferry to the Westman Islands for volcanic landscapes and seabird cliffs.
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You trek on the Sólheimajökull glacier with crampons and an ice axe, then return to Reykjavik for a guided cycling tour and a kayaking trip.
The physical rating is medium. This trip suits active travellers who want to experience Iceland, not just see it.
Trip highlights
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The Golden Circle (Day 2)
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The Westman Islands (Day 3)
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A Sólheimajökull glacier trek (Day 4)
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A Reykjavik cycling tour (Day 5)
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Kayaking (Day 5)
Your route
9 stops from Reykjavik to Reykjavik
- Reykjavik Day 1
- Thingvellir National Park Day 2
- Gullfoss Waterfall Day 2
- Hvolsvollur Days 2–4
- Heimaey Day 3
- Skógafoss Day 4
- Reykjadalur Day 5
- Stokkseyri Day 5
- Reykjavik Days 5–6
Why choose this tour
Hike, bike and kayak in one short trip. A guided glacier trek.
Best suited to
- Active travellers
- Adventure seekers
- Solo travellers
- Younger-at-heart travellers
Day-by-day itinerary
6 days from Reykjavik, Iceland to Reykjavik, Iceland
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Day 1 · Reykjavik Reykjavik
Welcome to Iceland.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 2 · Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Hvolsvöllur Golden Circle
The Golden Circle.
- Hotel
- Cabin
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 3 · Westman Islands Westman Islands
Volcanic islands.
- Hotel
- Cabin
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 4 · Sólheimajökull Glacier trek
Crampons on the ice.
- Hotel
- Cabin
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 5 · Reykjavik Reykjavik
Cycling and kayaking.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 6 · Reykjavik Reykjavik
The trip ends.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Reykjavik (1 night) Hotel
- Hvolsvöllur (3 nights) Cabin
- Reykjavik (1 night) Hotel
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 5 nights in hotels and cabins
- Meals 5 breakfasts
- Private minibus and Westman Islands ferry
- Sólheimajökull glacier trek with a qualified guide
- Guided cycling tour of Reykjavik
- Kayaking trip
- Local leader throughout
Not included
- Flights
- Meals not included 4 lunches and 5 dinners
- Optional activities
- Travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want a relaxing break
- You want private bathrooms every night
- You want most meals included
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
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Departures & prices
From £2,495 per person, twin share, tour only. 22 upcoming departures.
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Do I need a visa for Iceland?
No, UK citizens can visit Iceland visa-free for up to 90 days in any 180.
How hard is it?
Medium: a glacier trek, a city cycle ride and a gentle kayak, each a few hours.
Do I need experience?
No, guides and equipment are provided for each activity.
Which meals are included?
Breakfast daily.
Can I have my own room?
A single supplement may be available; otherwise solo travellers share with someone of the same gender.
How many people travel together?
No more than twelve travellers, with a local leader.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary