Red Hot in Iceland
- Volcanic mountain bike tour in the Southern Highlands of Iceland
- Wilderness biking in the Fjallabak
- Icecaps, waterfalls and hot springs of Landmannalaugar
- Ride in the Midnight Sun
- Fantastic mountain biking holiday in Iceland
Our Iceland mountain bike holiday is a wild roller-coaster journey in a land unlike any other. With surprises round every corner, it's a guaranteed sensory overload for mountain bikers. From the incredible series of waterfalls at Haifoss, the riding follows a mix of jeep track and singletrack through the remote Tolkienesque landscape of the Fjallabak. Venturing into an area that rarely sees bikes, we cross lava fields and enjoy views of the active volcano, Hekla. After a relaxing soak in the Landmannalaugar hot springs and overnight there, we continue this classic ride by way of a series of river crossings and via the stunning Eldgja Gorge to the foot of the Vatnajokull Icecap. Heading southwards, our cross-country bike route leads through a surreal black volcanic desert, with jagged mountains on one side and the Myrdalsjokull Icecap on the other. We end up at Porsmork, close to the southern coast, after 6 full and unforgettable days of mountain biking across the interior of Iceland. One thing to bear in mind is that we will enjoy near-constant daylight, so it will never be too dark to ride! Remember, too, that the weather is notoriously unpredictable and can have a big influence on the difficulty of the ride. Not for the faint hearted, this is a memorable journey and a real wilderness adventure.
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Is this holiday for you?
Ride Guide: FAT TYRE ADVENTURE. This is real wilderness mountain biking, with the landscape changing dramatically each day. We average between 40 and 70 kilometres daily. These distances are not extreme, but the changeable weather and tricky route conditions will make some sections feel tough. Part of the route is on dirt and gravel tracks, but we will try to get away from these as much as possible. Off-road experience and a good level of fitness are essential. This is a trip for regular weekend bikers, looking for an adventure and a chance to ride in a unique environment. The support vehicle will be available for many sections.
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