ICELAND
Classic
Scenic adventure through the Icelandic highlands. Experience raw nature with breathtaking views.
What to expect
Journey through Iceland's legendary highlands. The Icelandic terrain offers some of the most dramatic and diverse off-road experiences on Earth.
This 7-day expedition takes you through volcanic landscapes, glacier views and hot springs. Experience the raw power of nature in the land of fire and ice, where every turn reveals a new wonder.
This adventure is perfectly crafted for riders from medium to high skill levels seeking an unforgettable Nordic experience.
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 and endless horizons.
Mountain lodges & hot springs
Nights in hotels and mountain lodges, with spa and natural hot-spring access along the route.
The itinerary
Arrival — Reykjavík
Welcome to Iceland. Bike pickup, gear check and welcome briefing, followed by a group dinner in the capital to meet your guides and fellow riders.
Kings Road
The group splits by choice: Challenging terrain with cinematic glacier views for experienced riders, or mixed tar and dirt with a closer look at the island's young geology for a smoother start. All groups meet up at the famous Geysir, erupting every 5-10 minutes, with the hotel just around the corner.
Outback
A short hike to Gullfoss waterfall kicks off the day, then the group splits: an advanced river-crossing route or a smoother gravel ride past the black lava fields of Mt. Hekla. Tonight's stay is a shared hut, off-grid for the next two days — Dry your gear by the fire, and settle into simple life in nature.
Fjallabak National Park
Ride into the Fjallabak National Park. Lunch stop in wild hotsprings are the highlight of the day so prepare your swimming shorts. Day ends in the same off-grid cabins as day-2.
Hotspring Ride Back
The day starts at one of Iceland's tallest waterfalls, with a river crossing above the drop. Riders choose between a challenging route or a smoother mix of gravel and tar, both ending with a soak at Iceland's oldest swimming pool, built over 100 years ago. Dinner is served at the hotel.
Back To The City
A mixed-terrain ride back toward Reykjavík, with flowy, sandy trails leading to a unique lunchtime stop at Lake Laugarvatn, where the ground itself is boiling. From there it's a short ride back to base for a cold drink in the hot tub. The last dinner together covers flight details and departure, plus a souvenir to remember the trip by.
Return to Reykjavík
Highland-to-city return with reflection stops along the way, then a farewell celebration dinner in Reykjavík to close the expedition.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation — Hotels & Mountain Lodges
- Meals — Breakfast & Dinner
- Spa and Hot Springs access
- Motorbike rental (fuel included)
- Support vehicle throughout
- Mechanical assistance
- Professional guides
Not included
- International flights to/from Iceland
- Mandatory travel & riding insurance
- Riding gear and personal equipment
- Lunches and alcoholic beverages
- Optional activities and excursions
- Anything not listed under “Included”
Need to know
Riding level - Medium
Some off-road experience required. You should be comfortable standing on the pegs on loose gravel and willing to tackle river crossings.
Weather
August is the optimal window. Expect anything from sun to horizontal rain in a single day — waterproof gear is non-negotiable.
Insurance
Comprehensive travel and riding insurance is mandatory, covering off-road riding, remote rescue and medical evacuation.
The bikes
Triumph FE-450. Fully-maintained, fitted with long range tanks. Fuel included.
Group size
Maximum 10 riders per group plus professional guides and a support vehicle.
Deposit & payment
A deposit secures your place; the balance is due before departure. Full cancellation policy in our Terms & Conditions.
Frequently asked
Yes — if you are confident with off-road basics Iceland - CLASSIC is your tour. Iceland - CLASSIC is the perfect introduction to Iceland on two wheels, always keeping the possibility to make shorcuts for the most unexperienced riders. If you are unsure, get in touch and we'll talk it through honestly.
No. Logistically speaking it is complicated for us and for you to bring your own bike to Iceland. But no worries, our fleet is fully serviced by professional mechanics and fuel is included.
Every crossing gets a briefing first to avoid this situations. But in any case, our guides carry tools to solve issues related with drowned bikes.
No. Flights are not included in the tour fare.
A deliberate mix: hotels with full facilities on some nights and basic mountain lodges deep in the highlands on others. Full expectations are shared before departure.
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