Discover Iceland with us! Early spring is the best time for ski touring and we aim for the northern parts of the island, more precisely “Troll Peninsula”; an area of a whopping 3400 square meters filled to the brim with majestic mountains, mostly all with a height of over 1200 meters above sea level. During this time the days near the Arctic Circle are bright and the snow stays cold; great for skiing with long, steep runs from peak to fjord! Of course, we also take the opportunity to tick off other must-dos such as bathing in hot springs and getting to know the pride of the island; The Icelandic horses.
Magical nature as the nearest neighbor
Our home for the trip is Sóti Lodge, located in the heart of "Tröllaskagi" with the beautiful nature of northern Iceland, high mountain peaks and fjords as our nearest neighbors. Here we sleep well, relax in the lodge's spa area and enjoy delicious food. Each day starts with an energizing breakfast buffet and in the evening a 3-course dinner is served, prepared from local ingredients and according to what the season offers.
Program for the week
The following is a tentative schedule for the trip. Adjustments may occur and of course the tours and skiing are adapted to prevailing conditions and weather & wind for the day.
Day 1 - Arrival/travel day:
Road trip in private minibus from Keflavík airport (Reykjavik) to Fljót with a couple of leg stretches along the way. Once there, we will hang out at the spa, have dinner and planning the weeks ski tours.
Day 2-6:
Ski days! Afternoons with après ski, spa and 3-course dinners at the lodge.
We will also visit the farm with Icelandic horses which is located next door to the lodge. We will get a tour, meet the horses, have coffee & learn everything you need to know about Iceland and the island's history. For those who wish, it is also possible to go on a 1.5-hour private horse-riding tour with a guide.
Day 7:
Road trip in private minibus to Reykjavik with a stop at Krauma; a magical spa facility with, among other things, Iceland's largest hot springs. Overnight and dinner at a hotel in Reykjavik.
Day 8:
Travel day from Keflavík airport.
What is included?
• 6 nights in a double room @ Sóti Lodge (single room + SEK 950/night).
• 1 night in a double room in Reykjavik (single room + SEK 500/night).
• All meals: Breakfast buffet, lunches, après-ski snacks & 3-course dinners.
• Access to the lodge's spa: Outdoor pool, sauna & hot tub.
• 5 skiing days with a guide.
• 1 road trip day with entrance to Krauma, spa with hot springs.
• All transport incl. t & r to the airport and private minibus every day.
• Safety equipment for top tours (transceiver, probe & shovel).
• Visit & private tour on a farm with Icelandic horses.
What is not included?
• Flights to & from Iceland.
• Skiing & personal equipment (see below).
• Beverage.
• Dinner at the hotel on the last evening.
• Optional: ride tour on Icelandic horses with a private guide.
Personal equipment:
• Skiing equipment: skis & boots for touring, skins and telescopic poles.
• Ski crampons.
• Ski backpack, approximately 30-35 L.
• Clothing for skiing.
• Ski & sunglasses.
• Sun protection.
Private guide
All guides who work for Mountain Guide Travel are trained and examined by UIAGM/IFMGA. The guide is not only responsible for safety, but always looks for the best snow conditions for the day.
Travel to Iceland
The trip starts and ends in the capital Reykjavik, more specifically at Keflavík Airport. From there we go together to the northern parts of the island in a private minibus.
Booking
To the right you see planned dates and available spots. If you are a group of 5-6 people who want to book a private trip with their own mountain guide, contact us at info@mountainguide.se for more information.
