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Itinerary for Reykjavik's Secret Trails




Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

We reserve the right to alter routes, itineraries or timetables should the necessity arise. The estimated duration of tours as indicated by km can change according to road or weather conditions.

Day 1 (Thursday): Álftanes Peninsula & Heiðmörk Nature Reserve
Pick up from your accommodation in the Reykjavík capital area at 10 am. Please be ready in your riding clothes for pick up time. We transfer you to the beautiful Álftanes peninsula, only a short drive from downtown Reykjavík.
After an introduction into the safety issues, tack and gaits of the Icelandic horse we set off for a lovely gentle ride on good tölting tracks along the shoreline (and beach if tide allows) with magnificient views of Snæfellsnesjökull, Mt. Esja, the Reykjavík skyline and striking Bessastaðir, the residence of the Icelandic president. Wonderful birdlife and an amazing scenery accompany us for this first ride.
Afterwards, we enjoy a light lunch at a local café with views of grazing horses. After lunch we take a short drive to the stable area of Hafnafjörður´s riding club Sörli for a ride through narrow tracks, lava and birch forests! Beautiful and again complely different mountain views take us via the Nature Reserve Heiðmörk to Riding club Sprettur, the stable area of Kópavogur village, where we leave our horses before driving you to your accommdation in Reykjavík.
Dinner and evening on your own.
Riding approx. 4-5 hours.   
Meals included: Lunch
Overnight at Hotel in Reykjavík

 
Day 2 (Friday): Lake Rauðavatn & Leirvogur Beach
Pick up from your accommodation at 10 am. Today´s ride will have us exploring the backyards of Reykjavík.  We will start by riding through the breathtaking Heiðmörk Nature Reserve, passing the Reykjavík stables of Fákur Riding club and the grounds for the famous Landsmót competition. We then continue via Lake Rauðavatn and ride along the shore of Leirvogur beach towards Mosfellsbær underneath mighty Mt. Esja. During the day, we will serve you a luxury picnic lunch!
Leaving the horses at Vonarholt farm we enjoy some coffee and cakes Icelandic style before we take you back to your accommodation. 
Riding approx. 4-5 hours
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch
Overnight at Hotel in Reykjavík


Day 3 (Saturday): Around Mt. Mosfell on Saga trails!
Pick up from your accommodation in the capital area at 10 am.  Today we ride around Mt. Mosfell in the charming Mosfellsdalur valley. We are literally travelling on Saga Trails as we ride over the meadows where the famous medieval Viking Warrior Egill Skallgrímsson once live and buried his gold! While Mt. Esja towers over us we tölt through the beautiful area where Icelandic Nobel writer Halldór Laxnes grew up and found his inspiration for his famous novels.
Riding approx. 4-5 hours
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch
Overnight at Hotel in Reykjavík


Day 4 (Sunday): Lake Hafravatn and Elliðavatn
Pick up from your accommodation in the capital area at 10 am for your last ride with us. Riding along the shores of lakes Hafravatn and strikingly beautiful Elliðavatn we cross the spectacular Rauðhólar area. The 5.200 years old remnants of a cluster of firy red Pseudocraters make a wonderful backdrop for our last tölt through Reykjavík´s gorgeous backyard! Here our ride ends at the stables but we are happy to transfer you to your accommodation within the Reykjavík capital area or drop you at the BSÍ busterminal to catch the flybus to Keflavík airport.

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Reykjavik's Secret Trails
Tour Code: IT-ICEIL2
4 days / 3 nights
Dates : June & August

Difficulty : Riding Level
Riding Level Explained
ABeginner
Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter.
BNovice
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.
CIntermediate
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.
EAdvanced
All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country.
Lodging: Standard
Lodging Level Explained
   
= Facilities in lodges, estancias, haciendas, resorts, etc.
   
Basic lodging - some with shared bathroom facilities, usually no AC or room service.
Regular standard room - usually with private bath.
 Accommodations with superior comforts.
   
 = Trips with nights in tent camps. Sometimes the first and last night are in hotels.
   
Basic tent camping - everyone helps out with camp chores.
Regular standard with some camp amenities and camp cook.
Camping facilities with superior comforts like camp shower, bathroom facility..
   
 = Trips that combine nights in hotels and camping.
   
Basic accommodation and basic camping facilities can be expected.
Regular standard with some nicer amenities.
Only assigned to hotel and camping facilities with superior comforts.

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Season Tour Dates  Min / MaxReserve
A 2024 06/06 - 06/09 4d / 3n 4 day trip 2 /4 Reserve
A 2024 07/01 - 07/04 4d / 3n 4 day trip 2 /4 Reserve
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Tack: Icelandic tack with saddle bags
Horses: Icelandic Horses
Pace: Riding 15-25 km per day (3-6 hours in ...
Walk, Trot, Canter,
Airport: Keflavik Airport
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