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Walking and Hiking in South Iceland

Unique learning programs designed for travelers age 50+!

The world’s 18th-largest island is also one of the most fascinating, where eons of glaciation, combined with an active molten core, have resulted in a landscape like few others on the planet. Traverse the landscape and national parks on foot, studying Iceland’s natural and cultural history with local experts. Don’t miss a chance to revitalize in one of South Iceland’s many thermal pools.

South Iceland
Iceland

Each Iceland Adventure includes:

  • All lodgings & most meals
  • Expert-led lectures & field trips
  • Hands-on experiences & performances
  • All gratuities
  • Road Scholar Assurance Plan
Hike Iceland Experiences

Favorite Experiences hiking in South Iceland:

  • Learn about Iceland’s energy source at a geothermal power plant.
  • Explore Skaftafell National Park, which spans three glaciers on the southern edge of Vatnajökull, Europe’s largest icecap.
  • Soak in a naturally heated river in the colorful, volcanic Landmannalaugar region.

 

A university of the world, Road Scholar has been leading global educational adventures for adults for offer 40 years.

Road Scholar has been leading global adventures for 40 years. Our programs are all-inclusive educational adventures, not superficial tours. When you explore Iceland with us, you’ll have a deep, thought-provoking experience delivered by faculty experts on site.

Road Scholar educational adventures are created by Elderhostel, the not-for-profit world leader in educational travel since 1975.