Tour starts
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Reykjavík
Duration
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4 h 45 min
Difficulty
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Easy
Languages
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English
Available
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Sep
Minimum age
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All ages

Description

Trade Reykjavík’s streets for one of Iceland’s most spectacular wilderness valleys. This one-way Highland Bus journey carries independent travellers deep into Þórsmörk, where green ridges, braided glacial rivers and three surrounding glaciers create an extraordinary natural amphitheatre.

The scenery grows wilder as the bus leaves the South Coast and turns inland. A specially equipped high-clearance vehicle handles the rugged track and the river crossings that make Þórsmörk so memorable—and difficult to reach in an ordinary rental car.

Arrive ready to explore at your own pace. Þórsmörk offers everything from short viewpoints such as Valahnúkur to the trailheads of the Laugavegur and Fimmvörðuháls routes, making this an excellent transport choice for day hikers and multi-day trekkers alike.

Reserve your seat and let the journey itself become the thrilling first chapter of your Þórsmörk adventure.

What is included

  • One-way Highland Bus fare on the selected route
  • Transport according to the seasonal timetable

What do I need to bring

  • Warm, weather-ready layers
  • Waterproof outer clothing
  • Sturdy hiking footwear
  • Food and water for your independent plans
  • Booking confirmation and charged phone

Good to know

  • This is a seasonal, scheduled one-way bus service rather than a guided sightseeing tour.
  • Choose the Þórsmörk arrival stop that best suits your hiking or accommodation plans when booking.
  • Bring everything needed for your independent time in the Highlands, including food, water and weather-ready clothing.

Meeting point: BSÍ Bus Terminal, Reykjavík

Meet at the confirmed Highland Bus departure point and arrive with enough time to load your luggage. Your voucher gives the exact check-in time and selected Þórsmörk stop.

Get directions

Highlights

  • Spectacular journey into Þórsmörk
  • Glacial river crossings in a high-clearance bus
  • Access to celebrated Highland hiking trails
  • Ideal for independent day hikes and multi-day treks

Highland Bus from Reykjavík to Þórsmörk – Frequently Asked Questions

No. This is a scheduled one-way Highland Bus service for independent travellers. There is no guide on board, so plan your walk, accommodation and onward journey before departure.

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