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Horseback riding tours
Rides in
Iceland
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Volcanoes, Geysers & Waterfalls - Southern Delight
East and South
Iceland
Riding in an area shaped by two majestic volcanoes is an experience beyond compare. Notorious volcano Mt. Eyjafjallajökull towers the region and volcano Mt. Hekla is close by. We will be reminded of eruptions through the ages and enjoy the smooth riding grounds created by ash and pumice eruptions. This tour also covers sights from the famous Njáls Saga so we can expect to hear from heroes and villains of the Saga ages.
We visit the Geysir hot springs and Gullfoss waterfall on our way to Eyvindarmúli Farm in the historical Fljótshlíð area. Our ride starts alongside Markarfljót River and we get a glimpse of Thórsmörk Natur Park as we ride into the mountains. Our horses stay behind and we return to the inhabited areas for our comfortable overnight stay. We continue on good riding tracks west of Tindfjallajökull Glacier and ride into lava fields created by volcano Mt. Hekla. We explore this amazing area and spend two nights in cozy summerhouses. During our last two riding days we follow the Hekla trail and ride back into the Fljótshlíð area where we finish our ride. Before returning to Reykjavík we take a detour along the south coast and enjoy a relaxing bath in the Blue Lagoon before we reach our hotel again.
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Camping Ride with vehicle support
Progressive Ride (no camping)
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Meeting:
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Reykjavik
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Airport:
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Keflavik
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Transfer:
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Keflavik Airport
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Riders:
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Min
8 riders
Max
14 riders
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Trip Brochure (PDF) 
Trip Rating
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Rates and Dates for 2013
Rates include:
Accommodation: Hotel accommodation in Reykjavík.
Guesthouse and holiday farm acco. during the ride in dbl. rooms with shared facilities. Single rooms available at an extra charge. Most meals, 5 riding days. Rain wear, saddle bag and riding helmet.
| A | 2013 | 8 day trip, AP Tour#4 | 8d / 7n | €1995 | $2600 |
Transfer and Other Options:
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2013
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Transfer from Keflavic airport on Day 1 included
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Upon arrival you will be met by a representative and transfered to a hotel for overnight.
Note that Transfer is only available on the first and last day of your ride. On any other day, you will have to provide your own transfer by "flybus" into the town of Reykjavik, from where you continue by taxi. Approximate driving distance is 30 minutes in total.
Rates do not include:
Meals at hotel in Reykjavik, except breakfast. Insurance
Saturday: Arrival in Iceland – Keflavík Airport – Reykjavík
Transfer from Keflavík Airport to a hotel in Reykjavík. We invite you to a Welcome Meeting including traditional Icelandic lamb stew. Receive details of your tour and get to know your fellow riders.
Sunday: Reykjavík – Geysir – Gullfoss – Eyvindarmúli - Einhyrningur
We visit the well known sights of Iceland, Geysir hot spring area and Gullfoss waterfall on our way to Eyvindarmúli Farm, where we meet staff and horses and have lunch. We then start our ride alongside the Markarfljót River into the mountains to Einhyrningur Mountain. During this ride we will enjoy great views of Eyjafjallajökull Glacier and Thórsmörk Nature Park. At Einhyrningur we leave the horses behind and drive to Goðaland Guesthouse for our comfortable overnight stay. (30 km)
Monday: Einhyrningur – Mosar – Hungurfit – Foss
This day takes us across the mighty Markarfljót River (on a bridge). We ride through the scenic Emstrur area to Mosar and on to the beautiful area Hungurfit. This sensitive grazing area in the highlands pleases our horses and we spend some time there before we head down to abandoned Foss Farm. Here we leave the horses and drive back to Goðaland for an overnight stay. This is our longest day but we are rewarded with great riding tracks and the view of Mýrdalsjökull Glacier where the notorious Katla crater is hidden. (45 km)
Tuesday: Foss – Galtalækur Holiday Farm
Today we ride towards Mt. Hekla volcano. We enjoy great riding tracks alongside huge lava fields, lush grassy hillsides and will cross many creeks and small rivers on our way. Overnight stay for the next two nights is at Galtalækur Farm in cosy summerhouses. The horses stay with us tonight as well. The farm is situated in beautiful surroundings underneath towering Mt. Hekla. (35 km)
Wednesday: Galtalækur – Gunnarsholt – Galtalækur
This is a comfortable day when we ride south of the volcano through fertile farmland and cross the rivers Ytri-Rangá and Eystri-Rangá on our way. For most of the day we follow the so-called Hekla Trail, an excellent riding route through lava fields that have emerged from Mt. Hekla volcano throughout the centuries. Our horses stay in Gunnarsholt and we return back to Galtalækur for another night. (25 km)
Thursday: Gunnarsholt – Tumastaðaskógur – Eyvindarmúli
This is our last riding day and the scenery changes once again. We will for sure enjoy a great ride through the bushy hills of Tumastaðaskógur, an area with extensive reforestation efforts, and into the beautiful Fljótshlíð area. We end our ride at Eyvindarmúli Farm where we say goodbye to our horses and drive to Goðaland for our farewell dinner and overnight stay. (30 km)
Friday: Fljótshlíð – Blue Lagoon – Reykjavík
We return back to Reykjavík, but follow the scenic road along the south coast all the way to the Blue Lagoon. Here we can relax in the warm water of this well known spa (entrance fee is included), before driving back to our hotel. Estimated arrival in Reykjavík at 15:00.
Saturday: Departure from Iceland - Reykjavík - Keflavík Airport
Transfer by bus to Keflavík Airport in time for the flight back home.
Meeting:
Reykjavik
Airport:
Keflavik
Transfer:
Keflavik Airport
Upon arrival you will be met by a representative and transfered to a hotel for overnight.
Note that Transfer is only available on the first and last day of your ride. On any other day, you will have to provide your own transfer by "flybus" into the town of Reykjavik, from where you continue by taxi. Approximate driving distance is 30 minutes in total.
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Tack:
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Icelandic
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Horses:
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Icelandic
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Pace:
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Riders should be comfortable and in control at all paces, firm seat, comfortable in the saddle for up to 7 hrs. per day. 165 km
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
Gallop |
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Level:
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(3.5
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4
out of 5) Good Intermediate
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Riders:
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Min
8 riders
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Max
14 riders
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Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all except:(a) 1. nationals of Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherland. more
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Double rooms in a
hotel in Reykjavík, in guesthouses and holiday farms during the ride.
Single rooms available at an extra charge.
Accommodation in Reykjavík before and after the riding tour, includes breakfast only, not lunch and dinner. Traditional Icelandic stew is served on the arrival day.
During the ride full board is provided. Our menu consists of a large breakfast and traditional Icelandic meals (fish or lamb). Vegetarian meals are available if requested in advance. All riders make their own packed lunch from the breakfast table.
This trip includes
and can accommodate special dietary requests.
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Tack:
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Icelandic
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Horses:
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Icelandic
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Pace:
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Riders should be comfortable and in control at all paces, firm seat, comfortable in the saddle for up to 7 hrs. per day. 165 km
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Walk |
Trot |
Canter |
Gallop |
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Level:
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(3.5
to
4
out of 5) Good Intermediate
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Riders:
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Min
8 riders
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Max
14 riders
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Passports
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all except:
(a) 1. nationals of Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain and Sweden who are only required to produce national identity cards issued by the competent authorities in their countries of origin.
Passport Note
Iceland is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement.
Visas
Not required by all nationals of referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days.
2. EU nationals staying longer than 90 days will need to apply for a residence permit from the directorate of immigration in Iceland.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Visa Note
A stay in another Schengen-Zone country counts as the same as a stay in Iceland.
| Passport Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
Yes/1 |
| Visa Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
No |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
No |
| Other EU |
No |
| Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
No |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
Yes |
| Other EU |
No |
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take any responsibility for the accuracy of the above information. Please, consult
the embassy or consulate for updated info.
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Volcanoes, Geysers & Waterfalls - Southern Delight
Tour Code:
IT-ICRT04S
8 days /
7 nights
~$2,600.00
Dates :
July&August
Difficulty :
Riding Level Explained | A | Beginner
 | Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter. | | B | Novice
 | Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of
applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting
trots, and short canters. | | C | Intermediate
 | Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces
(including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly. |
| D | Strong Intermediate
 | Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day. | | E | Advanced
 | All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country. |
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