ICELAND PHOTO TOUR
THE REMOTE HIGHLANDS OF ICELAND
DATES
July 12 - July 19, 2026
INVESTMENT
€ 8350
GROUP SIZE
3
A SUPER EXCLUSIVE 8-DAY PHOTOGRAPHY ADVENTURE IN THE HIGHLANDS OF ICELAND
Only 3 spots available - Join us for an experience few photographers will ever live.
A €2500 deposit is required to confirm your place. Fill out the form below to secure your spot!
WHY THIS WORKSHOP
The Icelandic Highlands, or the Highlands of Iceland, as they’re often called, are simply otherworldly. This vast, wild expanse of untamed wilderness is unlike anywhere else on Earth, sculpted by wind, ice, desert, lava fields, and volcanoes. It's truly a photographer's dream, offering endless opportunities to capture its dramatic beauty.
For this 8-day photography workshop, we've chosen July for a reason: it's the perfect time to explore the Highlands. Roads to these remote areas are open, landscapes are vibrant, and those long daylight hours give us ample time to shoot.
Our small-group Iceland photography workshop is designed for anyone passionate about photography, from beginners to semi-pros. With our specialized 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser 35”, we'll access the Highlands' most incredible and remote spots, all while enjoying comfortable accommodations. You'll gain the skills and knowledge to capture the majesty of this unique landscape.
“Andrea’s Iceland workshop felt more like an adventure with friends than a tour. We discovered breathtaking places off the tourist path, and I left with stunning photos and lifelong memories.”
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR EXPERIENCE
PACKAGE OVERVIEW
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Expert Guidance & Mentorship → Learn in the field with a professional photographer and experienced tour leader with extensive knowledge of landscape photography and over ten years of experience photographing Iceland, plus personalized feedback through 1-to-1 editing sessions and group reviews.
Accommodation → All accommodations from the night of July 12th to July 19th. We'll be staying for a total of 7 nights in three 4-star hotels and two 3-star hotels. All rooms are private with their own bathrooms, giving you a perfect place to relax and recharge after our days out in the field.
Seamless Logistics → Local transportation to and from the locations in a converted 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser 35”
Meals → All the breakfasts.
Community & Connection → A small group size ensures you’ll have plenty of personal attention, while also sharing inspiration and creative energy with fellow photographers.
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Travel costs to and from Iceland
Food and beverage
Travel insurance and equipment insurance (highly recommended)
Tips, extras, and anything else not mentioned in “The Workshop Includes” section
PRACTICAL DETAILS
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This workshop is limited to 3 participants, so I can give each of you personalized mentorship and guidance, tailored to your experience and goals. This isn’t a crowded tour; it’s an intimate, immersive photography experience.
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This workshop is open to beginners, professionals, and everything in between. The only criteria are that you have a passion for photography and have the motivation to be on the go every day and night.
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MODERATE
Some of the shooting locations we will be visiting will require some hiking from our vehicle. Hiking in Iceland is a rewarding and unforgettable experience, but it requires a moderate level of fitness.You should also have a bearing on what camera equipment you bring with you, as you’ll sometimes be carrying it for a couple of hours while we make these hikes, so heavy packs should be avoided as much as possible.
During our hikes in Landmannalaugar, for example, we'll get the best views at higher elevations. For example, the hike up Bláhnjúkur has an elevation of 400m and takes around an hour to walk up.
Most of the locations are filled with stunning scenery accessible with short walks, still providing fantastic photo opportunities without the need for strenuous hikes.
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The photo tour is partnered with a long-standing travel agency that has an exemplary record in Iceland. We use one of Iceland's most reputable travel agencies for bookings and transport, which ensures that in the highly unlikely event of things going wrong (vehicle breakdowns, unlikely emergencies, and such), there is a dedicated team to ensure that the workshop continues on track with minimal disruption.
JOIN US IN THE HIGHLANDS OF ICELAND - Limited to 3 Participants
Click below to secure your spot and begin your journey to photographing the Icelandic Highlands.
A €2500 deposit is required to confirm your place. Fill out the form below to secure your spot!
HOW WE PLAN OUR DAYS
Our Iceland photo tour starts and ends in Reykjavik, and during the trip, we base ourselves in four places during our Iceland photography tour. The dates that we'll be at each base are fixed; however, our time there is flexible.
This is because the weather in Iceland can change quickly. By staying flexible, we can choose the best spots to visit each day based on the light and the conditions. This helps us make sure you get the best photo opportunities possible. We always make sure to visit all the main spots.
Even with overcast skies, many landscapes in Iceland, including waterfalls and volcanic lakes, work well and can be shot at any time of day. In July, we can experience some of the longest Golden Hours on the planet, where the sunset blends seamlessly into the sunrise over the course of many hours. A pretty special opportunity for photographers. Because of that, as we often shoot at locations more than a few miles from our accommodations and with golden hour lasting for several hours, we won't have traditional sunrise and sunset sessions, but will always schedule the sessions for the best light at each location.
That’s why it doesn’t really make sense to share a strict day-by-day itinerary ahead of time. Flexibility is key in Iceland, and it’s what allows us to take full advantage of the conditions and be in the right place at the right time.
WHAT’S ON THE ITINERARY
DAY 1 // THE CENTRAL HIGHLANDS
CENTRAL HIGHLANDS | 1 NIGHT
All participants should arrive in Reykjavík one day before the tour begins, or earlier if preferred. It's also a great opportunity to explore the city center and capture some images of the capital. We'll provide the name of the hotel in the welcome document so you can easily book your stay for that night.
We’ll meet with the group in Reykjavík on July 12th at the meeting point specified in the welcome document you received upon registering for the workshop, and then make our way to the Highlands of Iceland.
We’ll head to Kerlingarfjöll, a stunning mountain range with a vast geothermal area. The colorful rhyolite hills, often veiled in swirling mist and steam, create a surreal backdrop for your shots.
Unlike many tours, we’ve designed this workshop to be something truly special. That’s why we’ve chosen a base located right in the heart of the Highlands, just a short 10-minute drive from our main shooting area. This means you’ll spend less time on the road and more time focusing on photography.
We selected this location not only for its convenience, but also to offer you a more relaxed and immersive Icelandic experience. After a full day outdoors, you’ll have the chance to unwind in natural geothermal baths, free to use and surrounded by the peaceful beauty of the landscape. It’s a perfect way to enjoy a local tradition and recharge for the next day’s adventure.
© Christopher Guess, participant in the 2025 edition.
DAY 2 - 4 // THE SOUTHERN CENTRAL HIGHLANDS
SOUTHERN CENTRAL HIGHLANDS | 3 NIGHTS
After breakfast, we’ll check out and head to our second base in the heart of the Southern Central Highland. This spot is the perfect base for exploring the rugged and breathtaking landscape that makes this region so epic.
Over the course of our workshop's second phase, we'll explore some of the most iconic photographic locations in the Icelandic Highlands.
One of the tallest waterfalls in Iceland, Háifoss
Rauðaskál, a stunning crater covered with red volcanic soil
Sigöldugljúfur Canyon with its wall of waterfalls
The lava fields in the Landmannalaugar area
The colorful mountains Bláhnjúkur and Brennisteinsalda
Ljótipollur and Hnausapollur crater lakes
Braided rivers
And that’s just a glimpse! There are plenty more hidden treasures we can’t wait to share with you. Iceland is full of beautiful places to photograph, but this part of the country is truly something special.
We’ll spend three nights here, which will give us plenty of time to explore and photograph this amazing area. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a completely different world.
DAY 5 - 6 // THE SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS
SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS | 2 NIGHTS
After an amazing three days exploring the southern central part of the Highlands, we head to the southern section where we base ourselves in a lovely place on the South coast for the next two nights.
It is from here that we can explore places such as:
The remote uninhabited black sand desert of Mælifellssandur
Bláfjallafoss and Axlafoss waterfalls
The remote Langisjór lake and its beautiful panoramas
The multi-tiered Ófærufoss waterfall
Rauðibotn, a spectacular red and green emerald crater
Laki with its striking volcanic craters and alien-like vistas
This whole area is a photographer’s paradise and very different from the landscapes we photographed in the northern area. While accessing some of these locations is more challenging with some big river crossings, our modified Toyota Land Cruiser will be able to get us wherever we need to go.
DAY 7 - 8 // REYKJAVÍK & DEPARTURE
REYKJAVÍK | 1 NIGHT
The trip back to Reykjavik is quite long, so we'll have breakfast at the hotel and check out. We'll pack up our gear and board the 4x4 to drive back to Reykjavik with a stop along the way for lunch.
Depending on where we’ve been on previous days and if we’ve got time we might be able to stop at a couple of locations on our way back.
We'll arrive back in Reykjavik in the late afternoon, where we'll check into our hotel and freshen up. We'll then have a group dinner together to celebrate the end of our photography workshop.
The following morning, we’ll enjoy our last breakfast together before saying our goodbyes.
JOIN US IN THE HIGHLANDS OF ICELAND - Limited to 3 Participants
Click below to secure your spot and begin your journey to photographing the Icelandic Highlands.
A €2500 deposit is required to confirm your place. Fill out the form below to secure your spot!
DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE HIGHLANDS OF ICELAND
© Malcolm Levinkind, participant in the 2025 edition.
EXPANDING YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY: CAMERAS & DRONES
There is no better place for drone photography than the Highlands of Iceland. Drone photography allows you to capture unique and creative perspectives from a height and angle that would be impossible to achieve with traditional photography approaches.
© Malcolm Levinkind, participant in the 2025 edition.
These vast areas of the untouched wilderness of the Highlands of Iceland are ideal for those who are just starting out with aerial photography, so you don't have to worry about crashing into anything. That means you can focus on getting fantastic shots without worrying about accidents. Plus, it's a chill place to hone your flying skills and perfect your craft.
We have many years of experience flying drones, so we'll give you all the assistance and knowledge on how to fly and create great compositions for beautiful aerial shots.
We know that drones can be a bit divisive, and while they’re not my primary choice when shooting in Iceland, they are a powerful tool for capturing the highlands from perspectives that would otherwise be impossible.
PERMITS & SAFETY
To ensure a smooth experience, we take care of all the necessary permits for every area we visit. We also strictly adhere to local regulations and safety guidelines, so you can have peace of mind knowing that we operate responsibly and with respect for the environment and fellow travelers.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
On our workshops, we don’t just give you information; we give you the tools and frameworks to put your camera to work. While endless theory can be found online, our approach is designed to help you make real progress in the field.
You'll get hands-on experience and clear methodologies in a small, dedicated group. This intimate setting ensures you receive personalized guidance and direct feedback to truly apply what you learn and master your craft.
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Work with light. Understand how different types of light can affect the mood and the essence of an image. You’ll discover how to recognize a distinctive quality of light and work with it.
Composition and how to frame a scene in order to balance and arrange visual elements effectively.
Lens choice. From the wide-angle vista to shooting landscape abstracts with a telephoto lens. With a different focal length, you can manipulate how the viewer perceives space and thus the relationship between objects.
Aerial photography
Shooting multiple image panoramas
Controlling light in scenes with a wide dynamic range using graduated filters and/or multiple exposures
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Using Lightroom or Capture One for RAW conversion, and how to transform your raw files straight out of the camera to finished images ready to be shared.
Using Photoshop layers to build up image adjustments
Using luminosity masks in Photoshop
Different techniques for blending multiple exposures of the same image
Using Nik Color Efex Pro, Silver Efex, and Adobe Camera RAW on Photoshop layers
Stitching multiple panoramas together
Sharpening images
Light sculpturing with advanced Dodge & Burn techniques
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Over the course of the workshop, we will take you to beautiful locations and give you every chance to get great shots while improving your technique. We limit the number of participants on our workshop to just three, which gives us plenty of time with everyone in the field, and from the beginning of your time with us, we’ll aim to identify your photographic level and what you’d like to focus on.
We'll tailor the workshop to meet your exact needs and provide plenty of one-to-one tuition both in the field and post-processing sessions, and having two shooting sessions a day means that you’ll get plenty of time in the field, so you can quickly get into a shooting rhythm where you can put new skills into practice.
With over 10 years of experience exploring the incredible landscapes of Iceland, we have developed a strong understanding of the region’s weather patterns and light conditions. This expertise allows us to time our visits perfectly for amazing photography opportunities. Our knowledge of local conditions guarantees we can explore safely, even in unpredictable weather.
Finally, we want to share with you our passion for nature and landscape photography in this incredible place. Traveling in such small groups means we can quickly build a great learning environment where people feel comfortable together and at ease with asking questions and making the absolute most of the trip. We aim to make your experience here in the beautiful landscape of Iceland a memorable one and a trip from which, as well as getting some great images from amazing locations, you’ll also go home having had a true adventure with great company in a very special place.
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You can expect the atmosphere to be a perfect blend of excitement, camaraderie, and tranquility. There will be plenty of cheerful chats and belly laughs, balanced with quiet moments of awe as we connect deeply with the natural landscape around us.
You'll be sharing all of this with a group of people who are just as passionate about photography as you are, and who will quickly become your friends.
I've seen it happen every single time. Every workshop I've led has created bonds that last way beyond our time together. People arrive as strangers and leave as buddies. There's something magical about how a shared love for nature and photography brings us all together.
WHAT THE PARTICIPANTS SAY…
ACCOMMODATIONS & FOOD
While summer brings milder weather, after long days of exploring the Highlands, we want to ensure you’re as comfortable as possible when we return to our accommodations. For our Iceland photo tour, we’ve carefully selected accommodations that combine comfort and convenience to make your workshop experience truly special.
Speaking of meals, one of Iceland’s best-kept secrets is how great the food is. Since I first visited the country more than 10 years ago, the quality and variety of Icelandic cuisine have improved massively, and we’ve found in previous workshops that meals are always a highlight and a memorable part of the trip. There’s nothing better than a great meal after a day spent shooting.
Every accommodation we’ll be staying at has its own restaurant, offering a wide variety of delicious food options, so you’ll always have something to look forward to. We love the food in Iceland, and we’re sure you will, too.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
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All visitors, regardless of visa requirements, must have a valid passport. Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months after your travel date and obtain any necessary visas.
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If you are a citizen of an EU or Schengen Area country, you do not need a visa to enter Iceland. You can stay for up to 90 days within a 180-day period for tourism, business, or family visits without a visa.
Visa-Exempt Countries: Citizens of several countries, such as the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, the United Kingdom, and many others, can enter Iceland for up to 90 days within a 180-day period without a visa for tourism, business, or family visits.
To find out if you need a visa, you can check the official website of the Directorate of Immigration of Iceland or the embassy/consulate of Iceland in your country. The requirements are regularly updated, so it is best to check the latest information.
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You will fly into the Keflavík International Airport (KEF), located about 50 kilometers (31 miles) southwest of Reykjavik, the capital city.
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To get from Keflavik Airport to your Reykjavik hotel, the best option is to book a FlyBus+ ticket (flybus.is). This service provides a convenient bus ride from the airport to a central terminal in Reykjavik. From there, you’ll transfer to a smaller bus that will take you directly to your hotel. When booking your FlyBus+ ticket, you can select your hotel from a list of options to ensure a smooth and hassle-free journey.
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Travel insurance is not mandatory for travel to Iceland, but we highly recommend it. So, consider it for unexpected medical emergencies, flight cancellations, or lost luggage.
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On our workshop, all accommodations are provided on a single-room occupancy basis to ensure your comfort and privacy throughout the trip.
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This workshop is open to beginners, professionals, and everything in between. The only criteria are that you have a passion for photography and have the motivation to be on the go every day and night.
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Iceland has famously changeable weather, with temperatures and conditions often varying throughout the day. The average daily temperature in Reykjavik in July is 13°C, while in the Highlands the average is a little lower. Bear in mind though that winds from the surrounding glaciers can make the temperate feel cooler than that, so bring cool weather clothing. There’s an average of 10 days rain in July. Despite its rainy tendencies, though, July is one of the sunniest periods in Iceland, with comparatively little rainfall versus other times of the year. So be prepared. The best place to get forecasts and weather information for Iceland is through the Iceland Meteorological Office site http://en.vedur.is
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One of the challenging aspects of traveling to Icelandic Highland is the fact that it is a pretty big area, often times with good distances between major destinations. While we will try to limit the amount of time we see in a vehicle, we might find ourselves driving for up to 1.5 hours to get from location to location. That being said, we will provide enough breaks for everyone to stretch their legs and go to the bathroom as needed.
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You can find all the details about cancellations in our Terms and Conditions. This includes deadlines, fees, and everything you need to know if your plans change.
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More details on the meeting point, gear, weather conditions, and more will be included in the welcome document we send upon registration. If you have any questions or anything you’re unsure about, don’t hesitate to contact us at info@andrealivieriphoto.com.
JOIN US IN THE HIGHLANDS OF ICELAND - Limited to 3 Participants
Click below to secure your spot and begin your journey to photographing the Icelandic Highlands.
A €2500 deposit is required to confirm your place. Fill out the form below to secure your spot!
THE TEAM
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ANDREA LIVIERI
Photographer and Workshop Leader
Andrea is a Venice-based, professional photographer, educator, musician, and spirited adventurer. He started exploring the photography medium by capturing images of fellow musicians, their families, and other friends and acquaintances in the music industry. As he continued honing his craft, he merged his love for photography and exploring the outdoors, amassing a body of photographic work featuring exhilarating landscapes and rugged mountain capes from around the globe.
He also leads photography courses, and workshops to teach other photographers his method and help them to bring out their own vision. His work has been published in Landscape Photography Magazine, Outdoor Photographer, Photo Plus Magazine, Digital Camera, Popular Photography and Fuji X Passion Magazine, among others. He also partners with brands like Capture One, NiSi Filters, BenQ, Vallerret Gloves, and Sustainable Travel International.
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SABRINA TOSATO
Photographer, Operations and Content Manager
Sabrina is a photographer and travel writer based in Padua, Italy. Her average day is a mix of weird combinations and her greatest ambition is to make people dream, inspiring them through words and photographs. She manages a travel blog named The Tomato Soup where she offers advice on travel destinations and wild but high-end hospitality.
She has 10 years of experience in travel organization, focused on exclusive and tailor-made itineraries but eventually ended up as a digital marketing specialist. Passionate about the intersection of adventure travels, sustainability, and design, with inspiration and creativity at heart, she has a knack for capturing memorable moments of everyday life. Her work has been published via Afar Media, SuitCase Magazine, Inspired by Iceland, and Feel Slovenia.
OUR PARTNERS
We partner with FLM Tripods, Maven Filters, f-stop Camera Bags and Vallerret Photography Gloves & Clothing, leaders in their respective fields, and they can offer discounts on their products to attendees of our workshops.
