Riding and relaxing in geothermal water, underneath the Icelandic winter sky ablaze with dazzling stars and the dancing Aurora Borealis.

HORSEBACK RIDING BY DAY AND NORTHERN LIGHTS BY NIGHT

For all those who want to travel with a bit more comfort we are pleased to offer for a fist time a four day autumn and winter tour with hotel accommodation during the whole tour. All rooms with shower/wc and the little bit of extra privacy requested by many of our guests. This tour is equally suited for riders and non-riders since there is always the option of taking part in non-riding activities. Riding, hiking and relaxing in geothermal water underneath the Icelandic winter sky ablaze with dazzling stars and the dancing Aurora Borealis. Bonfire, Traditional Stories and great Icelandic food combined with visits to the Secret Lagoon and a Northern Lights hunt in the saddle in the dark are fascinating features of this tour! On the way to Reykjavik we stop and visit Gullfoss and the Geysir Hot Spring Area.

DAY 1 Thursday: Arrival – Secret Lagoon – Kálfhóll farm

If you arrive before 12PM/12:00 you can either use the included flybus ticket to go to Reykjavík until we pick you up at the bus station BSÍ around 2:45pm/14:45 or wait at the airport for the pick-up.. After that the bus will go to the airport and pick up those who arrive around 3PM/15:00 – (please note there might be some waiting at the airport). Pick up in KEF (4PM/16:00 which is recommended arrival time ) and Reykjavík Bus Termninal (at 15:00) (late afternoon arrivals) and stoppover (2 hours) at Secret Lagoon on our way to Kálfhóll farm, meet the farmers for a “baðstofukvöld” with Icelandic tradional dinner, Icelandic songs, storys from the countryside and some “specialty treats” (dried fish, hákarl, brennivín). Late at night look out for the Northern Lights. Transfer and overnight at Fosshótel Hekla .

DAY 2 Friday: Riding in the morning – Þjórárdalur – Northern lights hunt from horse back!

After breakfast we drive to the farm Kálfhóll. After a short instruction we go for a ride along the banks of the mighty glacial river Þjórsá. (Alternative for non-riders: Individual walk along the river). After a good and warming Icelandic soup we take the bus for a trip to Þjórsárdalur valley where we visit the spectacular waterfall Hjálp and the Open Air Museumsfarm Þjóðveldisbær (Þjóðveldisbær not included in all departures). A short hike in the Skriðudalurforest takes us to the hidden grave of a Mountain King and his beloved horse Blesi. At the farm we feast on a typical Icelandic Buffet. While warming hands and souls at a bonfire outside we look for the Aurora Borealis – the Northern Lights! As soon as we spot them we take to the saddles and go for a short ride in the dark beneath the Northern Lights! (1 hour). Alternative for Non-riders: Northern Lights spotting from the HotPot at Kálfhóll. After the ride: Return to Fosshótel Hekla for the night.

DAY 3 Saturday: Kálfhóll farm – Riding – Gullfoss – Geysir – Reykjavik

After breakfast, transfer to Kálfhóll farm. We go for another 2-3 hours ride through the lovely countryside (Alternative for Non-riders: Visit to the small Countryside Samansafnið Museum at Sólheimar) before we have lunch at the farm and head back to Reykjavík. On the way back we stop at the Golden Waterfall Gullfoss and the famous Hotspring Geysir. Overnight stay at Hotel in Reykjavik.

DAY 4 Sunday: Transfer to Keflavik airport by fly-bus

Transfer by flybus to Keflavik Airport or any Add on tours.

– We reserve the right to alter the itinerary if necessary – 

ACCOMMODATION 

3 star hotel accommodation in rooms with private facilities

WHAT IS INCLUDED

Accommodation in Reykjavík after the riding tour, includes breakfast only,   not lunch and dinner.

Transfer to the farm and back to Reykjavík

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.

Rain wear, saddle bag and a riding helmet.

ATTENTION

• Individual travel insurance is not included in the tour price. We encourage clients to obtain relevant travel insurance before visiting Iceland. • Flight to and from Iceland is not included

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