Located in central Reykjavik on Ingólfstorg square, Center Hotels Plaza overlooks the city’s oldest square and is one of the best-located hotels in Reykjavik. Surrounded by shops, restaurants, and cultural venues, it’s a great choice for guests who want to stay right in the heart of the city, within walking distance of the Old Harbor, Laugavegur, and Reykjavik’s main attractions.

Located in the Ásgarður Valley at the edge of Kerlingarfjöll, Highland Base is a sanctuary of warm comfort, hearty cooking, and geothermal bathing—a place to relax and recharge in the heart of a forbidding environment. Highland Base was conceived as a welcoming oasis for both the simple traveler and the lavish explorer.

Located at the edge of Iceland’s highlands, Hótel Hrauneyjar is the perfect base for exploring Landmannalaugar and Þjórsárdalur. Enjoy comfortable rooms, hearty Icelandic cuisine, and modern amenities in a remote yet accessible location.

Stracta Hotel is strategically located in the South of Iceland, on the outskirts of the town of Hella. The hotel is just about an hour and a half drive from Reykjavík. The hotel includes the use of saunas and hot tubs.

Kerlingarfjöll is a stunning mountain range in Iceland, known for its vibrant geothermal activity. This area offers a unique blend of hot springs, steaming vents, and colorful rhyolite mountains. Hiking through Kerlingarfjöll provides an unforgettable experience as you explore the diverse terrain and witness the natural beauty of the highlands. The trails cater to all levels, and you'll be captivated by the views of glaciers and surrounding valleys.

Today we head into the Fjallabak Nature Reserve, a paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Known for its vibrant colors and unique geological formations, this reserve offers unforgettable hiking trails that wind through valleys, past hot springs, and alongside glacial rivers.

Hrauneyjar serves as a gateway to some of Iceland's most picturesque landscapes. Known for its unique volcanic surroundings, Hrauneyjar offers stunning views and access to hiking trails.

We will also visit Hnausapollur - also known as Bláhylur - a stunning blue lake nestled in a crater that formed some 1100 years ago in a short explosive eruption.

Haifoss, one of Iceland's tallest waterfalls, captivates visitors with its height of 122 meters. Nestled in the Þjórsárdalur valley, this cascade tumbles into a gorge, surrounded by dramatic cliffs and lush greenery.

Landmannalaugar is a natural wonder located in the heart of the highlands. Known for its vibrant rhyolite mountains, this geothermal paradise offers endless compositions, colorful hills, and hot springs.

Mælifell is a pointy mountain and volcano that is difficult to visit due to its location deep in the highlands. It is 791 meters tall. It was once concealed under Mýrdalsjökull glacier, the third largest glacier in the country, but became exposed when the glacier retreated at the end of the last Ice Age. Vibrant green hills contrast against the stark, black volcanic terrain. It is often surrounded by braided rivers.

Hólmsá is a remote, glacier-fed river, and famous for its untouched, lunar-like volcanic landscapes, We will explore this area along with hidden canyons!

This hidden gem of a waterfall cascades powerfully over rugged cliffs. As you approach, the sound of rushing water fills the air. If we're lucky, we might see a rainbow!

Visit Markarfljótsgljúfur Canyon - a deep canyon and could be described as one of Iceland's most beautiful. Few people ever get to see it, due to it's location deep in the highlands, and required 4x4 vehicle to get there.

It is a short hike to this location, a 2.5 mile total loop. The vistas are worth it.

Last sights along the South Coast while en route back to Reykjavik. We should have an opportunity to create more braided river shots for those with drones.

Please plan to make your flight reservations for after 4 PM. We plan to be back in Reykjavik for around 1 PM.

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Hope Pashos has embraced the digital medium after shooting on film since she was a child. Her specialties are nature, landscapes, and astrophotography. She loves to photograph the world around her, but focuses on New England and its shores and abundant waterfalls and travels frequently to Iceland as well as many US National Parks.

Hope’s passion is to share her knowledge with others. A former Pro and Genius with Apple, Hope has been able to teach iPhoneography and develop techniques with the iPhone for both taking and editing photographs. She developed one of the first iPhone photography workshops, teaching her signature macro technique on an iPhone 4. As the iPhone camera developed, so too did her techniques. With the built-in capabilities of the newest iPhones and additional attachment lenses, Hope can now photograph any type of subject, under any conditions. And using a combination of the latest mobile editing apps, she is able to digitally process her images - both from her phone and from her full-sized Sony camera - while on the go.

Hope has had her collection ‘Boston After Dark’ displayed in a collective exhibition. She has also been exhibited in locations around the US, including an exhibit at the Griffin Museum of Photography, and printed in various publications.

Chris Lund was born and raised in Iceland; he's been immersed in photography from a young age. He learned the craft through hands-on experience, working closely with his father, Mats Wibe Lund, a renowned figure in Icelandic aerial photography. Chris further honed his skills at Fotografskolen/Medieskolerne in Viborg, Denmark, graduating in 2003. A passionate landscape photographer and certified guide, Chris specializes in a wide range of photography, including landscapes, portraits, corporate events, and architecture. He also offers fine art printing for artists and galleries, as well as prepress work and color separation for publishing companies. With over 20 years of experience working across Iceland, Norway, and Denmark, Chris has cultivated a deep understanding of diverse landscapes and cultures. Fluent in four languages, he enjoys connecting with new people and sharing his love for photography.