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If your schedule is tight and you want to
make the most of your time in Iceland, our
two day riding tour just outside Reykjavík
can be what you are looking for. On your
first riding day we introduce you to the
Icelandic horse and its special gaits. We
ride along great riding tracks through a
terrain that has been shaped by volcanic
activity through many centuries. After lunch
we circle the extinct volcano Mt. Helgafell
on various kinds of tracks where we can
enjoy the sure-footed horses. Next day you
head out provided with a packed lunch and
explore the nature park of Heiðmörk. Our
Riding Centre offers many different horses
to choose from and our friendly and
competent riding guides make this tour an
enjoyable experience.
The night is spent at the Viking Hotel in
Hafnarfjörður, a unique theme hotel
dedicated to Vikings and Nordic myths. All
rooms are equipped with private facilities
and dinner is served in one of the hotel’s
restaurants.
Day 1 Tuesday:
Arrival
Early morning arrival in Iceland at Keflavik
Airport, transfer to Reykjavik where the day
is open to explore.
Day 2 Wednesday:
Reykjavík – Íshestar Riding Centre –
Hafnarfjörður
Transfer to the Ishestar Riding Centre.
After a short introduction to the horses we
head off into the lovely countryside for a
relaxed morning ride. We ride along pleasant
riding tracks and discover the terrain
shaped by volcanic power centuries ago.
After lunch we circle the extinct volcano
Mt. Helgafell and enjoy the sure-footed
horses on a variety of tracks. Transfer to
the Viking Hotel in Hafnarfjörður for dinner
and overnight stay. (Rest of the evening at
your own disposal). (18 km)
Day 3 Thursday:
Hafnarfjörður – Íshestar Riding Centre –
Reykjavík
Return to the Riding Centre where we receive
our picnic lunch and off we go on great day
tour through Heiðmörk Nature Park. Visit
Maríuhellir lava cave and mighty Búrfellsgjá
fissure. Whether you join this tour in
spring, summer or fall, riding on good
riding tracks in this fascinating landscape
is a great experience. After the ride
transfer back to Reykjavík where you arrive
at approx. 17:00. (25 km)
Day 4 Friday:
Departure
An optional visit the Blue Lagoon can be
arranged en route the airport for your
return flight home. |
