The tour takes us through the colorful landscape between Hekla volcano and Tindafjallajökull glacier, renowned for its stunning natural beauty shaped by volcanic and glacial forces. We ride on soft paths through black sandy ground covered with green grass and lava fields, surrounded by the mystical volcanic formations created by Hekla's eruptions over the centuries. The trail follows an old Viking path ridden by Gunnar from Hlíðarendi in Njál´s Saga during his battles. We explore hidden valleys, vast green pastures and mighty rivers, experiencing the natural force and mystique of Hekla, along with elements from the old Sagas. The combination of breathtaking scenery, magnificent horses and fantastic riding paths creates unforgettable memories. Riders can try different horses each day, enhancing their riding skills and experiencing the diversity of Icelandic horses in their natural habitat, far from civilization.
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Tour highlights
Route details
The tour starts in the evening. Tour members who arrive the same day in Iceland should take the “Flybus” from the airport to the final bus station BSÍ in Reykjavík. We will greet you at the bus station or at your hotel/guesthouse in Reykjavik between 17:30- 18:00 and drive you to our farm near Hveragerði. There you will be lodged at our Guesthouse. We will get to know each other during dinner at our Hotel. The day will end with a detailed description of the tour (might be in the morning).
The tour requires basic riding skills with a secure, balanced seat and a good physical condition. We ride up to 45 km per day mostly in the gait tölt and take a herd of free-running horses with us part of the tour, which requires a certain speed.
Riding distance: About 160 km. 20 – 45 km (4 – 8 hours) per day.
Accommodation
The Guesthouse has a capacity of 19 beds, with twin, triple and quad rooms available. It is strategically located on the property to offer convenience and excellent service to cater to your requirements. The guesthouse is warm and welcoming, with a dining area and communal bathrooms.
Although cooking facilities are not provided, the Guesthouse provides a cozy living area, communal bathrooms, a tea kettle that can be used for instant coffee and a small refrigerator. Guests are free to use all amenities and services of the Hotel, such as the restaurant and hot tub.
You will be accommodated in shared rooms.
Tickets to group meeting place
Weather during the tour
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- the statistics from previous years’ trips
Tour conditions
- English speaking guide;
- riding and safety equipment;
- transfer from/to Reykjavik;
- 1 night in Guesthouse in shared rooms, 4 nights sleeping bag accommodation in cottages and simple mountain huts (bunk beds, in shared rooms);
- 11% VAT;
- full board (traditional Icelandic home cooking).
- flights;
- tips;
- transfer from Keflavík to Reykjavik;
- lodging tax 666,-ISK per room per night;
- personal expenses.
It's important to know
- good shoes;
- comfortable pants (riding pants not necessary);
- gloves;
- buff;
- a small waist bag for a camera.
Reviews
- MMeghanabout provider25 Sep, 2024When we arrived we were placed in a room with two twin beds. However it was our honeymoon and we had requested a double bed through the booking agency. Reception said they have limited capacity for double rooms and I explained that we really wanted this, and they did a great job of accommodating to make it right. I would just say to contact the facility directly beforehand to confirm sleeping arrangements if you have a preference like this. Otherwise the facility was excellent. Nice location, close to Reykjavík. They pick up and drop off at the bus station. Rooms and beds were comfortable and clean. The outdoor hot tubs worked and were very hot. The horses were lovely and well cared for. Our guide was a girl from Germany who was very good with the people and horses. The food they served us for breakfast and dinner was good! If I went back I would do a longer point to point ride. But for this particular trip I’m glad we stayed at the hotel.
- BBritabout provider12 Mar, 2024This ride was my first activity in Iceland and turned out to be a great start! The staff is very well prepared and the horses are very easy to ride - especially the tölt which was fun to try! We got on the horses right away and spent almost the whole duration riding. That was great!
- KKathyabout provider2 Mar, 2024The establishment was well-structured and professional, with guides who were friendly, helpful, and very knowledgeable. The horses were charming and impeccably behaved. Among our group, three members possessed considerable riding expertise, while one had limited experience. Nonetheless, our guide adeptly matched our mounts to our respective skill levels and adjusted the difficulty of the ride accordingly, ensuring a delightful experience for all. Even our less experienced rider found the tolt technique comfortable and enjoyable. The excursion lasted 1.5 hours, meandering through picturesque countryside, encompassing a serene river crossing, and offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains and glaciers. We delighted in spotting whooper swans and ravens during our journey. Our guide also stopped for photos of us on horseback. Riding the Icelandic Horse was truly a pleasure, the team ensured it was so enjoyable. Thank you for a lovely equine experience on our trip to Iceland.
Dates and Prices
- 11 – 16 Jun6 days 5 nights
- 11 – 16 Jul6 days 5 nights
- 9 – 14 Aug6 days 5 nights
