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Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour from Reykjavik

• 65 Reviews
• Get close to nature in the way of old Icelanders on your 2 or 4-hour horseback riding experience from Reykjavik, dependent on transfer option. Hop on a small, sturdy, Icelandic horse, a breed originally brought here by the Vikings, and enjoy a relaxing ride through lava-laden scenery past mountains, lakes, and moors. Your 1.5- to 2-hour ride will be matched to your ability and led by an instructor. Hot drinks, riding equipment and round-trip hotel transfers included.
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Golden Circle & Horseback Riding

• 3 Reviews
• Combine the highlights of Iceland's south coast with a horseback riding adventure on this combination tour from Reykjavik. The first part of your tour takes you to sites including Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss waterfall, and Geysir geothermal area. Afterward, you embark upon a scenic ride through the Icelandic countryside on a unique Icelandic horse, which lets you experience their special tölt gait. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off.
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Viking Horse Riding and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik

• 97 Reviews
• For a day out with horses and hot springs, look no further than this full-day tour from Reykjavik. After an hour-long horseback ride on an Icelandic horse, take an express tour of some key Golden Circle sights: Gullfoss waterfall, the Geysir hot spring area, UNESCO-listed Thingvellir, and the village of Hveragerdi. The ride is suitable for all levels of experience, and takes in the rugged countryside on the capital’s outskirts.
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1.5-Hour Icelandic Horse and Stables Experience in Reykjavik

• 7 Reviews
• This tour in Hafnarfjörður offers more than the typical horse-riding excursions. You first spend time with the horses at the stables, helping to groom them and learning about the unique breed from staff. Afterward, you can take a ride around the paddock while taking in the dramatic landscape. A maximum group size of 15 ensures personal attention and you can upgrade to include round-trip transportation from your Reykjavik hotel.
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Icelandic Horse Riding Experience from Reykjavik

• 69 Reviews
• Do more than just admire Iceland's beloved horses during your stay in the country—take one for a spin on this horseback riding tour with transportation from Reykjavik. Atop a sturdy, sure-footed Icelandic horse, you’ll take a beautiful ride in the countryside just outside the city. This tour is suitable for beginners and experts alike.
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Private Horse Riding Tour in Thoromodsdale from Reykjavik

• Enjoy a relaxing horseback riding tour just outside of the bustling city of Reykjavik during this half-day excursion. Learn the basics of horseback riding and get to know the unique Icelandic horses. The riding time is about three hours, which allows guests to get to know their horse and try out various gaits as they admire the beautiful Icelandic scenery.
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Horseback Riding Day Tour at Laxnes Farm from Reykjavik

• 8 Reviews
• Saddle up for a day of horseback riding, great scenery and fun during this 7.5-hour excursion from Reykjavik. Novice and expert riders alike are sure to enjoy this journey to Laxnes Farm, located in the idyllic Mosfellsdalur Valley, spending the day riding amidst the local terrain of mountains and lush green meadows. In between rides you’ll stop by the farmhouse for a light lunch accompanied by tea and coffee. A guide, riding helmet and round-trip hotel transport are also covered.
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Private Horse Riding Tour on Úlfarsfell Mountain with Pickup from Reykjavik

• 1 Review
• Mt. Úlfarsfell lies in the countryside outside Reykjavik, and its remote location makes it the perfect place for outdoor adventure in the Icelandic wilderness. On this tour, hop into the saddle and follow rugged trails around Mt. Úlfarsfell on horseback with your private guide. With refreshments and round-trip travel from central Reykjavik hotels included, escape the city and learn of Iceland’s rich horsemanship traditions.
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Private Horse Riding Tour of Lake Hafravatn from Reykjavik

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• Ride horses on a small farm in the countryside outside of Reykjavik on this private excursion. Learn the history and folklore of Icelandic horses before saddling up and riding out to Lake Hafravatn. Enjoy the views of unique Icelandic scenery and ride at your own pace with your guide leading the way.
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Tour 1A - Countryside Charm

• This tour in the Icelandic countryside takes 1 hour and is ideal for families, groups and guests travelling in their own car. Participants will get a small taste of the Icelandic horse’s qualities and experience the Icelandic countryside on horseback. We meet at our farm and ride on excellent riding paths and along the meadows around Eldhestars farm Vellir.
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