Iceland Motorcycle Tours
Everything you need to know before booking a guided motorcycle tour across Iceland's highlands, coastlines and volcanic backcountry.
What to expect
Iceland is one of the most rewarding places on Earth to ride a motorcycle — glacier valleys, black-sand coastlines and volcanic highlands packed into a single island, connected by gravel F-roads that are only open a few months a year.
A guided motorcycle tour takes the logistics off your plate: route planning, permits, accommodation, fuel and a professional guide who knows the terrain, the weather windows and the river crossings. You focus on riding.
Whether you're after a scenic highlands ride or a full coast-to-coast expedition, our guided tours are built for riders who want the adventure without the planning risk.
Land of fire & ice
Ride between active volcanic systems, glacier tongues and steaming geothermal fields on the same day.
Black sand & river crossings
From black-sand beaches on the coast to remote glacial river crossings deep in the highlands.
Highland F-roads
The mythical Icelandic F-roads — loose gravel, river fords and endless horizons.
Mountain lodges & hot springs
Nights in hotels and mountain lodges, with hot-spring access along the route.
What's included
Included
- Route planning and daily briefings
- Professional off-road guides
- Accommodation — hotels & mountain lodges
- Support vehicle and mechanical assistance
Not included
- International flights to/from Iceland
- Mandatory travel & riding insurance
- Riding gear and personal equipment
- Optional activities and excursions
Need to know
Riding level
Most guided tours expect medium to high off-road experience — comfortable standing on the pegs on loose gravel.
Best season
The highland F-roads are typically only open from June to September, weather permitting.
Insurance
Comprehensive travel and riding insurance is mandatory for every guided tour.
The bikes
Fully-maintained enduro/adventure bikes fitted for long-range highland riding.
Group size
Small groups, capped to keep the pace personal and the support close.
Booking
A deposit secures your place; balance due before departure.
Frequently asked
Yes — guided tours in the Icelandic highlands assume you're confident with off-road basics. If you're unsure of your level, get in touch and we'll talk it through honestly.
A guided tour includes route planning, a professional guide, accommodation and support vehicle. If you'd rather ride independently, see our motorcycle rental guide instead.
June through September, when the F-roads open and river levels are more predictable — though weather can still shift quickly.
No, international flights aren't included. Some tours include an internal domestic flight where the route starts/ends in a remote region — check the specific tour page for details.
ICELAND ON TWO WHEELS
