THIS TOUR TAKES PLACE IN SOME OF THE - DAY 1
- HENGILL VOLCANO
- THE LOCALS FAVORITE
You will be picked up from your hotel at 9 AM or we will meet at our office. Then we hit the road for about 1 hour to the Hellisheiði Mountain Range. We ride through one of Iceland’s most powerful and impressive geothermal regions on a fantastic trail. After the ride, we have a short drive along Iceland’s beautiful South Coast to our cottage where we will stay for four nigh
Ride: Distance 20 km
Elevation: Gain / loss 470 m
- DAY 2
- KRAKATINDUR
- THERE IS NOTHING THAT MATCH A MTB RIDE IN THIS AREA OF EVER CHANGING MYTHICAL LANDSCAPE
- The ride of the day is on one of the most remote mountain road of the highlands under the looming shadow of the infamous volcano Hekla. This route passes along the edge of a moss-covered lava field and a black volcanic wasteland evoking the sense of being “lost in the wilderness.”
Ride: Distance 50 km
Elevation: Gain / loss 970 m
- DAY 3
- DÓMADALUR
- BETWEEN LAKES AND MOUNTAINS
- Some awesome and rather challenging single-tracks, mixed with mountain roads, are waiting for us today via deep canyons, through a desert sand and lava fields.
Ride: Distance 45 km
Elevation: Gain / loss 1000 m
- DAY 4
- HEKLA
- STUNNING SCENERY FAMOUS FOR ITS BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS AND EPIC TRAILS
- There are few things that top a bike ride on an electric bike in Icelandic nature, breaking away from the routine and renewing your energy. On this day we will be at the southern edge of Hekla, where the natural beauty is amazing and the peace is total. Over the years, farmers and ranchers have left a dense network of trails in and around a lava field that are designed for electric bikes.
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Ride: Distance 30 km
Elevation: Gain / loss 690 m
- DAY 5
- MIÐDALSFJALL
- STUNNING SCENERY INCLUDING A CLOSE VIEW OF A GLACIER
- The last ride of the tour is on one a remote mountain road that is a pure masterpiece, both for the flow and the beauty of the landscape. We cycle up a pretty steep mountain road that leads towards Mt. Hlöðufell. In the afternoon, we will be rewarded with a fabulous downhill all the way down to our start.
Truly amazing day that will leave you with a life long memory of a fantastic adventure!
The perfect way to end the day is to visit the Fontana Lagoon and experience Iceland’s healing energy at the same time. A healthy swim and a soak in the hot Jacuzzi leave you feeling in tune with body and soul. About a two hours drive back to Reykjavík in the afternoon, early enough to enjoy our evening in one of the city’s restaurants.
Ride: Distance 50 km
Elevation: Gain / loss 1100 m
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There is always possibility of alterations to the itinerary, here above, as weather or terrain conditions dictate. This is for your own good to improve the trip quality and ensure that we choose the best ride that suits each day.
- PRICE:
- 395.000 ISK |Currency Converter
- DATES 2025:
- 25 - 29 June
- 06 - 10 July - FULLY BOOKED
- 27 - 31 July - FULLY BOOKED
- 17 - 21 August
- 07 - 11 September
- INCLUDED:
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- Expert local leadership
- All transports during the trip and assistance vehicle to carry the luggage
- A quality full-suspension eMTB and a helmet
- Four nights in a charming cottage (cozy sleeping loft with shared bathroom)
- All meals and snacks from lunch on day 1 to lunch on day 5
- NOT INCLUDED:
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- Accommodation and meals in Reykjavik before and after the trip
- Upgrade for a private room
- Trip insurance
- Your personal equipment needed to ride
- Personal items like drinks, snacks and energy supplements
- Optional tipping to guides
- INCLUDED:
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- Expert local leadership
- All transports during the trip and assistance vehicle to carry the luggage
- A quality full-suspension eMTB and a helmet
- Four nights in a charming cottage (cozy sleeping loft with shared bathroom)
- All meals and snacks from lunch on day 1 to lunch on day 5
- NOT INCLUDED:
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- Accommodation and meals in Reykjavik before and after the trip
- Upgrade for a private room
- Trip insurance
- Your personal equipment needed to ride
- Personal items like drinks, snacks and energy supplements
- Optional tipping to guides
- INCLUDED:
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- Expert local leadership
- All transports during the trip and assistance vehicle to carry the luggage
- A quality full-suspension eMTB and a helmet
- Four nights in a charming cottage (cozy sleeping loft with shared bathroom)
- All meals and snacks from lunch on day 1 to lunch on day 5
- NOT INCLUDED:
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- Accommodation and meals in Reykjavik before and after the trip
- Upgrade for a private room
- Trip insurance
- Your personal equipment needed to ride
- Personal items like drinks, snacks and energy supplements
- Optional tipping to guides
- GROUP SIZE:
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From 4 - 7 participants.
- BIKING DISTANCE:
- ~20 - 50 kilometers pr. day.
- BIKE AND EQUIPMENT:
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For this trip we provide a quality full suspension eMTB.
- LODGING & FOOD:
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In this tour, we will stay four nights in double rooms with shared bathroom a charming and comfortable cottage situated within a short distance from our favorite mountain roads in the highlands. The food is hearty and typical of the area. Bike Company supervises the preparation of all meals. However, group member participation is required. Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary considerations.
- PRIVATE
- WE CAN CUSTOM-MAKE THIS TOUR FOR YOU!
- FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE SEND US A REQUEST
- TECHNICAL LEVEL:
- The volcano ride is rated as challenging for intermediate and experienced bikers used to physically demanding routes.
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- You are on a mountain bike at least once a year
- Your mountain bike is less than 3 years old
- You used to bike a lot, not so much anymore
- You have some experience in biking off the beaten track
- You are comfortable climbing and descending down gravel roads and double tracks
- You are open minded, willing to make an effort on a singletrack
- You are capable of handling rolling drops and biking over small obstacles on the trail
- You know when to switch gears and how the breaks works
- You are fine with being on the saddle for 4+ hours
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- You are on a mountain bike at least once a year
- Your mountain bike is less than 3 years old
- You used to bike a lot, not so much anymore
- You have some experience in biking off the beaten track
- You are comfortable climbing and descending down gravel roads and double tracks
- You are open minded, willing to make an effort on a singletrack
- You are capable of handling rolling drops and biking over small obstacles on the trail
- You know when to switch gears and how the breaks works
- You are fine with being on the saddle for 4+ hours
- FITNESS LEVEL:
- The adventure level is high on this trip. As you know, the fitter you are the more fun you'll have.
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- You are physically strong even though you do not practice regularly
- You are capable of staying 4+ hours on the saddle in windy and rainy weather
- You can bike for several hours a day for at least three days in a row
- You are an open minded person, ready to be pushed outside of your comfort zone
- CLIMATE:
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Iceland can be chilly, even in summer. Expect nights to dip down to below 10°C ( 50°F) and days to warm up to 15-20°C (60-70°F) and warmer. In mountains, weather can change quickly and drastically and rain is common. Participants need to be prepared for a wide range of weather.
- YOUR SAFETY:
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Our trips take place in remote regions where limited evacuation options are available. Bear in mind, there are always risks and hazards on the trails that we ride. If you choose to participate in our trips, it is up to you to ride well within your limits, to ride conservatively and to be safe as mountain biking is a dangerous sport. Participants must keep their bikes in good working condition; they must be hydrated and rested and alcohol and drugs are not permitted while riding. Our guides have basic first aid training and if a serious injury is suspected they will call for a helicopter search and rescue at the cost of the participant. Personal medical travel insurance is mandatory.
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- You are physically strong even though you do not practice regularly
- You are capable of staying 4+ hours on the saddle in windy and rainy weather
- You can bike for several hours a day for at least three days in a row
- You are an open minded person, ready to be pushed outside of your comfort zone
- CLIMATE:
-
Iceland can be chilly, even in summer. Expect nights to dip down to below 10°C ( 50°F) and days to warm up to 15-20°C (60-70°F) and warmer. In mountains, weather can change quickly and drastically and rain is common. Participants need to be prepared for a wide range of weather.
- YOUR SAFETY:
-
Our trips take place in remote regions where limited evacuation options are available. Bear in mind, there are always risks and hazards on the trails that we ride. If you choose to participate in our trips, it is up to you to ride well within your limits, to ride conservatively and to be safe as mountain biking is a dangerous sport. Participants must keep their bikes in good working condition; they must be hydrated and rested and alcohol and drugs are not permitted while riding. Our guides have basic first aid training and if a serious injury is suspected they will call for a helicopter search and rescue at the cost of the participant. Personal medical travel insurance is mandatory.
- THE NEXT STEPS:
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Once your online registration form has been received we will send you a confirmation in form of a ticket for the trip.
Please make sure you have read and understand our Terms and Conditions and do not hesitate to get in touch if you still have questions.
Please make sure you have read and understand our Terms and Conditions and do not hesitate to get in touch if you still have questions.
- QUESTIONS?
- Feel free to send us an email at info@bikecompany.is if you have any questions.
MINNIVELLIR COTTAGE
Information about the charming and comfortable cottage of Minnivellir, situated within a very short distance from our favorite mountain roads in the highlands.
PHOTOS
We have been very fortunate to have awesome images from our riders as well from some professional photographers.
YOUR PRIVATE BIKE ADVENTURE!
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