Volcano Contrasts - Winter Holiday

5.0 (9)
3 days 2 nights
Iceland
Photo Hróðmar B.
5.0
Hróðmar B.
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Difficulty
Moderate
Comfort
Upscale
Weight limit

Experience the variety of the farm area with a two-day horseback riding tour. Spend the night at our hotel and witness the stunning contrasts of Icelandic nature. The tour provides a glimpse of the beautiful landscape and excellent riding terrain. The riding tour is tailored to offer two half-day tours on each riding day. The riding route is subject to weather conditions.

from
$805
per tourist for 3 days
Departing from
BSÍ Bus Terminal Reykjavík, Vatnsmýrarvegur, Reykjavík, Iceland
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Number of individuals
Only in the Horse Tours Club
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Photo Hróðmar B.
Hróðmar B. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English, German
I am one of the founders and owners of our organisation. I am an economist, have worked with horses in Iceland and abroad and also enjoy guiding wilderness tours.

Tour highlights

Winter Wonderland
The unbelievable winter scenery
Volcanoes and Mountains
Admire the mighty mountains and old volcanoes
You Will Tölt!
Enjoy the invigorating and liberating tölt, a gait exclusive to the lively and compact Icelandic horses

Route details

Day 1
Arrival

Tour members arrive at Keflavík Airport, Iceland and take the Flybus from Keflavík to Reykjavík (BSÍ Bus terminal). You will be greeted by our team between 17:30 and 18:00, who will arrange further transportation to the farm in the neighbourhood of Hveragerði. After check-in, dinner will be served at the hotel.

Day 2
Below the Mountains
Day 3
Hot Springs and Heritage Trail
Difficulty
Moderate
Does not require physical training but involves moderate physical activity
Tour provider's comments

Riding distance: around 40 km over 2 days on horseback. The tour is for everyone, but requires very good physical condition ride a lot of tölt (about trot speed). Participants must be able to mount a horse with little assistance.

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Accommodation

Comfort
Upscale
Hotel / Guest House
2 nights

Total price if staying at the hotel is 785 USD

2 nights
Our Hotel

Our 3* hotel or a nearby hotel in double rooms with private facilities. All rooms are outfitted with the luxurious Hästens beds, unrivaled sleep comfort handcrafted from sustainable, natural materials, such as genuine hypoallergenic horsehair, cotton, wool, flax and Swedish pinewood. Each room has a door to the garden, allowing you to step outside and observe the northern lights, weather and season permitting. Each room has washbasins and soap. Bed linens, towels, Wi-Fi and parking are included free of charge.

Another option
2 nights
Our Guesthouse

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place
BSÍ Bus Terminal Reykjavík, Vatnsmýrarvegur, Reykjavík, Iceland
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Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route
You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on
  • the forecasts for this season
  • the statistics from previous years’ trips
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Tour conditions

Included

  • English speaking guide;
  • riding and safety equipment;
  • warm overalls;
  • transfer from/to Reykjavik;
  • accommodation at our guesthouse;
  • 11% VAT;
  • all meals (breakfast, light lunch, coffee & cake, 3-course dinner).

Extras

  • flights;
  • tips;
  • transfer from Keflavík to Reykjavik;
  • hotel accommodation at extra charge;
  • lodging tax per room per night (please inquire);
  • personal expenses.

Group size

up to 14 tourists

Duration

3 days
2 nights

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • good shoes;
  • comfortable pants (riding pants not necessary);
  • gloves; 
  • buff;
  • a small waist bag for a camera;
  • swimsuit;
  • towel.
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Reviews

5.0
Based on 9 reviews
  • M
    Meghan
    25 Sep, 2024
    about provider
    When 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.
    25 Sep, 2024
  • B
    Brit
    12 Mar, 2024
    about provider
    This 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!
    12 Mar, 2024
  • K
    Kathy
    2 Mar, 2024
    about provider
    The 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.
    2 Mar, 2024

Dates and Prices

  • Any dates on request during the season
    15 Sep, 2024 – 15 May, 2025
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