Highlands Crossing via Kjölur Route

From Akureyri, journey through history at Glaumbær before venturing into the remote Kjölur highland road. Experience the raw beauty of Hveravellir and Kerlingarfjöll before reaching Borgarnes.

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4.5
09:00·1 hour 30 mins
Glaumbær Farm & Museum
Step back in time at this beautifully preserved turf farm, offering a glimpse into 18th and 19th-century Icelandic rural life and architectural traditions.
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1 hour 50 mins
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4.4
12:20·2 hours
Hveravellir
Discover a stunning geothermal oasis in the highlands, featuring vibrant hot springs, steaming fumaroles, and a natural bathing pool amidst a stark, beautiful landscape.
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1 hour 30 mins
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4.9
15:50·2 hours
Kerlingarfjöll
Explore the dramatic, colorful rhyolite mountains and steaming valleys of Kerlingarfjöll, a breathtaking geothermal area offering incredible panoramic views and unique landscapes.
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