Iceland's rugged, remote terrain makes self-sufficiency essential: you need a reliable, well-equipped bike able to carry food and essential gear we spend most nights camping, at designated sites whenever possible we cook our meals together distances are not extreme and the terrain is not very technical, but the weather is unpredictable, so being prepared is key Dino and Willy help you through every step of the preparation, with personalised advice on equipment and bike set-up.

Iceland Bikepacking

10th edition, 2 to 11 July 2027

From Reykjavík across Landmannalaugar and the Highlands to the north: eight self-supported stages through a land of fire and ice.

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Dates

2–11 Jul 2027

Duration

10 days

Distance

680 km

Climbing

5,500 m

Difficulty

Hard

From

€2,440

A land shaped by fire and ice

Willy Mulonia joins forces with Dino Lanzaretti, of Bike Travel Experience, for a crossing of Iceland. In Dino’s words, the word awe echoed in his mind on his first trip here: what began as a scenic ride turned into one of the most extraordinary adventures of his life.

Just a short flight from Europe, we ride from Reykjavík through the green hills of Landmannalaugar and across the desert plateau of the Highlands, where glaciers and volcanoes rule the landscape, from the southern coast to the north of the island.

Ten days in which Iceland serves up the purest essence of adventure, and we reach it with our own strength.

At a glance

Start and finish: Reykjavík
Riding: 8 stages, from the Ring Road to Highland tracks and river crossings
Style: self-supported bikepacking
Nights: hotel in Reykjavík, campsites in between
Guides: Willy Mulonia and Dino Lanzaretti

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The group in front of the coloured hills of Landmannalaugar

Day by day

Eight riding stages and around 680 km, with camping most nights. Distances and climbing are approximate.

Private transfer from Keflavík to Reykjavík. We assemble the bikes while dinner is prepared. Night in a hotel.

95 km, +669 m

A relaxed start through the city’s cycle paths to Route 1, the famous Ring Road, flat and smooth, perfect to test loads and set-up. Campsite with a cabin to cook dinner.

103 km, +408 m

A smooth road past some of Iceland’s great sights: the waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss and the plane wreck on the beach of Sólheimasandur. A short climb to Vík, where we stock up for the next days.

81 km, +815 m

After an easy 50 km we leave Route 1 and enter the real Iceland: dirt roads, climbs and wonder all around, among the creeks and hills of the Landmannalaugar area.

40 km, +749 m

Short but not to be underestimated, with many streams to cross, each with its own character. Plenty of effort and plenty of laughter.

78 km, +834 m

Up onto the plateau, where green hills suddenly turn into a lunar landscape dotted with turquoise lakes, watched over by glaciers on the horizon.

56 km, +803 m

In the rugged heart of the island, at the highest point of the route, with views over everything around us. Campsite with a shelter.

112 km, +1,007 m

Down from the plateau, at the mercy of the wind, past the waterfalls of Hrafnabjargafoss and Ingvararfoss, on a track that improves with every kilometre.

24 km, +130 m

A last effort to rejoin the main road at the Goðafoss falls by Fosshóll, where the bus takes us back to Reykjavík. Night in a hotel.

We pack the bikes and transfer to Keflavík airport. End of the trip.

Included

Two experienced guides for the whole trip
Personalised advice on equipment and bike preparation
GPS track
Satellite inReach coverage with tracking throughout the trip
Private transfer from Keflavík airport to Reykjavík
Welcome dinner
Two nights in a hotel in Reykjavík in a shared room, with breakfast
Private transfer from Fosshóll back to Reykjavík
Private transfer to Keflavík airport
Personal travel insurance for each traveller, plus the travel agency’s general insurance
Group video call
Dedicated WhatsApp group

Not included

Return flights and bike box fees
Lunches and dinners not listed under Included
Food and campsites during the riding days
Additional costs from logistical changes, such as extra transfers or hotel nights
Cancellation insurance, available on request
Anything not listed under Included

Your guides

Willy Mulonia

Founder, president and guide

A cyclist and traveller for more than 30 years, best known for his 28,640 km ride from Ushuaia to Prudhoe Bay, in Alaska. He has raced the Iditarod Trail Invitational many times, winning the 2025 edition, founded Progetto Avventura in 2002, now Project Adventure Cycling, and created the Mongolia Bike Challenge in 2010.

Instagram: @willy_mulonia

Dino Lanzaretti

Guide and collaborator, Bike Travel Experience

One of the best-known cycle travellers: he has crossed the whole American continent, ridden through Africa and crossed Siberia in winter at minus 60 degrees. He founded Bike Travel Experience to take others cycling around the world, and has crossed Patagonia with us several times. Dino is one of the family.

Instagram: @dinolanzaretti

What riders say

5.0 67 reviews on Google

I did the Patagonia trip – my first time bikepacking! Nacho and Nicola were excellent light-touch guides: fun, respectful and empowering. The route design was awesome, with enough variety and unique highlights. Highly recommend!

Lien D.Patagonia · Google review

Patagonia 2023 is a dream come true, my 1st bikepacking experience ever so a bit of a challenge… but if you really want it you'll make it to Ushuaia. Willy is a great leader, very inspiring and energizing, the team was just great.

Paolo S.Patagonia · Google review

Before starting you are afraid 12 days riding could be too much… And quite soon, too soon, you realize it is over and you start dreaming of your next trip. Very well organized, while keeping the spirit of the adventure. A life changer.

Ernesto G.Google review

Good to know

Iceland’s rugged, remote terrain makes self-sufficiency essential:

you need a reliable, well-equipped bike able to carry food and essential gear
we spend most nights camping, at designated sites whenever possible
we cook our meals together
distances are not extreme and the terrain is not very technical, but the weather is unpredictable, so being prepared is key

Dino and Willy help you through every step of the preparation, with personalised advice on equipment and bike set-up.

Get in touch with us and we will send you the details and the booking form.

Cancellations must be sent in writing to Project Adventure Cycling. An administrative fee of €300 applies, plus a percentage of the total trip cost:

30% up to 45 days before departure
40% up to 30 days before departure
50% up to 21 days before departure
75% up to 14 days before departure

After that, no refund is given. There are no refunds for riders who do not show up at the start, leave during the trip, or cannot start or finish because of missing or incorrect travel documents. Project Adventure Cycling is not liable for delays or cancellations caused by force majeure events and is never responsible for airfare expenses. See the full refund and cancellation policy.

A specific personal insurance policy for each traveller and each trip, on top of the travel agency’s general insurance.

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