Immerse yourself in Iceland's raw beauty, majestic valleys, and rugged terrain.
The spectacular Þórsmörk (Thor’s Forest) area offers landscapes ranging from towering mountains to scores of glacial streams and kilometers of black sand. It is a favorite among nature-loving Icelanders and travelers from around the world. Book the Highland Bus for your hiking adventure!
Þórsmörk is a lush oasis in the summer surrounded by glaciers, mountains, and vast highlands. Located in the country's interior, this is the least traveled part of Iceland, making it feel special and somewhat untouched. You won’t find crowds here.
Þórsmörk isn’t just known for its unique beauty; it’s also the start or finish of two of Iceland’s most popular hiking trails, Laugavegur (to Landmannalaugar) and Fimmvörðuháls (to Skógar). Laugavegur is a 3-4 day hike, while Fimmvörðuháls is a day trip, two days if you want to take your time to appreciate the surroundings. If you prefer shorter hikes or leisurely strolls in the rugged wilderness, Þórsmörk has numerous well-marked trails.
This is not an accessible region to get to, as there are river crossings, and you need a vehicle with a high enough clearance to cross. Making it here is no easy feat, and taking the Highland Bus is safe and convenient.
Icelandic highland roads are often dirt tracks or gravel roads and can be pretty tricky to navigate. The road to Þórsmörk is challenging due to the mighty glacial river that needs to be crossed and challenging road conditions and is not accessible to regular vehicles.
Reykjavik Excursions operates specialized highland buses with professional drivers that navigate these roads with ease and comfort. The Highland Bus runs daily* between Reykjavik and Skógar/Þórsmörk/Landmannalaugar to serve the nature-loving hikers and travelers that frequent these parts.
- Availability
- Spring, Summer & Fall
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Minimum age
- 1
- Meeting Point
- BSÍ Bus Terminal - City center
TourID: HB01
Activity provider: Reykjavik Excursions by Icelandia
BSÍ Bus Terminal - City center
Need to know
One way and return tickets are available. See the Highland Bus Schedule - Summer 2024.
Tour itinerary
What’s included and what to bring on this tour
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Included
- Bus fare
Not included
- Pick up and Drop off are not included
Tour highlights
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For travellers that end their hiking trail in Þórsmörk or Landmannalaugar, we offer baggage transfer for a small fee. You can choose between three different areas within Þórsmörk: Húsadalur (Volcano Huts), Langidalur or Básar. You don´t need to make a reservation for baggage delivery, you just pay at BSÍ bus terminal or Hvolsvöllur or Hella before departure
The baggage transfer is limited to a backpack, box, or a cabin size bag plus a sleeping bag (Maximum luggage size excluding the sleeping bag: 55x40x20 cm, maximum weight: 10 kg). Please make sure that items are in a waterproof bag and are properly labeled.
Please note that depending on the delivery location the baggage might be placed in an unattended room or a trailer until picked up. Reykjavik Excursions assumes no responsibility for baggage after it is dropped off, but in the Icelandic highlands, this shouldn’t really be a problem.
You do not need to book and pay for baggage transfer for the bags that you bring with on the hike, only if you are sending bags to a different location than you are travelling to.
No guides are on our scheduled busses.
We offer baggage transfer to Þórsmörk. You can choose between three different areas within Þórsmörk: Húsadalur (Volcano Huts), Langidalur or Básar.
The price per item is 2000 ISK. The payment will be processed on-site at the BSI bus terminal or with your bus driver if you depart from Hvolsvöllur, Hella, or any other location on our route. The baggage transfer is limited to a backpack, box, or a cabin size bag plus a sleeping bag (Maximum luggage size excluding the sleeping bag: 55x40x20 cm, maximum weight: 10 kg). Please make sure that items are in a waterproof bag and are properly labeled. Please note that depending on the delivery location the baggage might be placed in an unattended room or a trailer until picked up. Reykjavik Excursions assumes no responsibility for baggage after it is dropped off, but in the Icelandic highlands, this shouldn’t really be a problem. You do not need to book and pay for baggage transfer for the bags that you bring with on the hike, only if you are sending bags to a different location than you are travelling to.
Pick-up and drop-off are not included. Most of our departures from Reykjavík stop at Reykjavík City Hostel/Campsite and BSÍ Bus Terminal.
Highland Bus (previously "Iceland On Your Own") is the name for Reykjavik Excursions' scheduled bus operation. During the summer, Highland Bus is the perfect way for the independent traveller to experience Iceland's most popular hiking routes.
Highland Bus - Thórsmörk - 2025 Summer Timetable
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