Backroads
A Day in the Life with Backroads | Iceland

Iceland is unlike any other place on earth, and six days here with Backroads is unlike any other vacation. Hikes in otherworldly volcanic valleys, the sounds of thundering waterfalls, Super Jeep rides to ancient glaciers and basalt stone hot pools to soak in after thrilling active days. All that and more, topped off with relaxed luxury hotels, locally sourced cuisine and memorable connections with Icelandic friends – and your fellow travelers. Join Backroads in Iceland in 2023. 

Here’s a glimpse into what just one day can look like on their epic week-long Iceland’s Golden Circle & Volcanic Highlands Multi-Adventure Tour.  

9:00 am. Set table with window looking out to mountain and field range with barn in the distance.
Hot coffee and morning serenity await in the heart of Iceland’s Golden Circle at the eco-luxury Torfhús Retreat.  
10:30 am. Group horseback riding through lavender field.
Hike or saddle up on a beautiful Icelandic horse for a trail ride in lush Haukadalur forest, taking in views of geysers, glaciers and Bjarnafjall mountain.  
12:00 pm. Group sitting around a table. Two young adults at the end raising a wine glass.
Fresh local cuisine awaits at a favorite eatery tucked away in Iceland’s countryside – the perfect way to fuel up for more adventure. 
1:00 pm. Green mountains with waterfalls and a rainbow.
Experience Gullfoss Falls, one of Iceland’s most iconic sights, where the Hvítá river cascades through a glacially carved canyon. 
3:00 pm. Super Jeep driving through stream with mountains in the background.
Hop in a Super Jeep for an unforgettable ride through remote highland landscapes, passing ice-blue lakes, kaleidoscopic mountains and ancient volcanoes.  
6:00 pm. Two men raising a glass of wine and smiling.
Join your world-class Trip Leaders and raise a glass to a full day exploring one of the island nation’s most treasured areas.  
8:00 pm. Panoramic view of highland landscape.
Vacation like never before at the newly built Highland Base at Kerlingarfjöll, a stunning oasis with panoramic views of dramatic Highland landscapes.  

Backroads offers unforgettable biking, hiking and multi-adventure trips around the world, plus easygoing Dolce Tempo e-biking and walking tours, three varieties of family trips and more.