Autumn Highlands Round-Up in Northwest Iceland

5.0 (6)
5 days 4 nights
Iceland
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5.0
Heiðdís S.
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Difficulty
Challenging
Comfort
Basic+
Weight limit

We are excited to introduce this enchanting autumn horseback riding experience in the North West of Iceland. This tour offers a diverse range of landscapes, from stunning mountain views overlooking the expansive Húnaflói Fjord to the captivating highlands with panoramic vistas of the Hofsjökull and Langjökull glaciers.

During the tour, you will encounter sheep farmers returning from their seasonal sojourn in the wilderness, guiding a large flock of sheep back to civilization. Witnessing 14,000 sheep making their way home alongside over 30 shepherds and 100 horses is a truly unique and joyful spectacle. You can even join in the festivities, singing and celebrating with the group.

Participating in this Round-Up provides an authentic and immersive experience, allowing you to actively participate in herding and sorting the animals alongside the local community.

$1,855
$2,131
per tourist for 5 days
Departing from
Capital Region, Reykjavík
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Only in the Horse Tours Club
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Heiðdís S. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English
Our Company is owned by local Icelandic farmers, and our tours are organized by them. Our farmers live in almost every part of Iceland so we offer riding tours in a diversified landscape.

The tour guides you'll probably meet as well

Photo Haukur
Haukur
Haukur and family live in a Farm in Vatnsdalur in North Iceland. Haukur along with his daughters operates several of our tours. Haukur has four children and many many horses. His wonderful family and staff helps him operate the tours. Haukur is always cheerful and it’s so much fun when he takes out his guitar starts playing and singing with our guests.

Tour highlights

Help Driving the Sheep Herd
Assist local farmers with herding their sheep
Horses in the river
History and the 5th Largest Lake
Visit historical places and ride along Hóp Lake
Iceland Horseriding
Tölt With Us!
Try the legendary four-beat smooth gait

Route details

Day 1
Vatnsdalsá and Kárdalstunga

Pick up from BSÍ bus station in Reykjavík at 08:30. Please be dressed already in riding clothes. 

You will arrive to Haukur's Farm around noon and have a nice local lunch. After we have met our horses we start our ride through the beautiful Vatnsdalur valley. The valley is the setting of the Vatnsdælir Saga and our guide, Haukur, knows this Saga well. It will be interesting to listen to him tell stories of the past and present. Our route runs along the banks of river Vatnsdalsá and we have to cross it several times. 

We end our ride deep in the valley where our horses rest but we go back to Haukur's Farm and enjoy a well-deserved meal and relax in the hot tub. (3 – 4 hours)

Day 2
Kárdalstunga – Auðkúluheiði -Sléttárdalur – Auðkúlurétt
Day 3
Auðkúlurétt – Reykir – Húnavatn – Þingeyrar – Sveinsstaðir
Day 4
Sveinsstaðir – Lake Hóp – Þingeyrar
Day 5
Return to the South – Reykjavík
Difficulty
Challenging
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health
Tour provider's comments

4 days of horse riding. This program is advanced riders who can ride long hours.

Tack: English with worn long stirrups. 

Horses: Icelandic. 

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Accommodation

Comfort
Basic+
Guest House
4 nights

Shared facilities with 2-4 beds. Beds with linen.

4 nights
Haukur's Farm

Made up beds in shared rooms. The farm is located in the picturesque Vatnsdalur Valley, known for its rich history from the old Sagas and the renowned salmon fishing river, Vatnsdalsá, flowing through it. The farmhouse was refurbished four years ago and features a garden hot tub overlooking the river.

- There are six rooms with two to four beds each, accommodating a maximum of 19 guests.
- An outdoor jacuzzi is available.
- Two showers and two WCs are provided.
- Guests can stay connected with GSM connection and Wi-Fi.
- Beds are made up for convenience.

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place
Capital Region, Reykjavík
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Tour conditions

Included

  • riding;
  • accommodation;
  • full board;
  • all transfers during the tour;
  • 3-4 horses pp and local guidance;
  • rainwear, saddle bag, water bottle and a safety helmet;
  • 11% VAT.

Extras

  • flights;
  • travel insurance;
  • tips and personal expenses;
  • alcoholic beverages.

Group size

up to 17 tourists

Duration

5 days
4 nights

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

We recommend bringing swimwear. 

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Reviews

5.0
Based on 6 reviews
  • L
    Lena
    15 Apr, 2024
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    Friendly horses, enjoyable guided tours and an authentic Icelandic experience that feels welcoming, like being at home. Thank you!
    15 Apr, 2024
  • W
    Wolfram
    10 Mar, 2024
    about provider
    Wir haben jetzt schon zum fünften Mal eine Tour gemacht. Alle Touren sind richtig gut organisiert. Die Pferde sind super und die Strecken sind echt schön anzusehen Wir übernachten auf isländischen Bauernhöfen und die Atmosphäre ist total familiär und toll. Diese Touren sind nur für erfahrene Reiter geeignet Das Team ist großartig und alles ist top organisiert
    10 Mar, 2024
  • A
    Annette
    5 Dec, 2023
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    I consider them to be the top horse riding company in Iceland. This was my fourth experience with them, and I am already making plans for a trip in 2024!
    5 Dec, 2023

Dates and Prices

  • $1,855
    $2,131
    4 – 8 Sep, 2025 5 days 4 nights
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