Golden Circle Tour: Explore Icelandic Countryside on Horseback
Reykjavik
Experience the best of Iceland on a horseback riding tour combined with a Golden Circle tour. Explore the stunning countryside, visit iconic landmarks, and learn about the Icelandic horse from a knowledgeable local guide.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Reykjavik - Pick up from your hotel in Reykjavik. You can wait for pick up in the lobby. Your driver guide will come into the lobby holding a sign with your name on it.
Driving time to the first stop is 25 minutes. -
Laxnes - Horseback riding tour as a part of a bigger group through the beautiful countryside. Here is your chance to get to know the Icelandic horse and experience riding it.
Driving time from here to the next stop is approximately 25 minutes. -
Thingvellir National Park - Visit a place where the two tectonic plates of North America and Eurasia meet. Enjoy the view over the split between the two plates and learn about the historical sites in the park from your guide.
Driving time from here to the next stop is approximately 45 minutes. -
Gullfoss Waterfall - Beautiful waterfall that cascades in two steps into a canyon with spectacular rock formations. Walk the trails along the side of it to find the view you like.
Driving time from here to the next stop is approximately 5 minutes. -
Geysir - Walk around the hot spring area and find yourself a nice spot right next to the active Strokkur hot spring to watch it erupt every couple of minutes.
Driving time from here to the next stop is approximately 10 minutes. -
Faxi (Vatnsleysufoss) Waterfall - Beautiful waterfall in the countryside. View it from the observation platform or walk down to it with your guide to take a closer look.
Driving time from here to the next stop is approximately 25 minutes. -
Kerid Crater - Visit the beautiful Kerið crater. Take a walk around it with your guide. Walk down to the crater lake in the bottom if you feel like it. Colorful lava rocks and moss frame the crater and give you the chance to snap some nice pictures.
Driving time from here back to your hotel is approximately 45 minutes.
What's Included
- 1.5 to 2-hour group horseback riding tour
- Private transportation included
- On-board WiFi and air conditioning
- Bottled water provided
- Protective gear: boots and helmet provided
- All necessary raingear or winter overall supplied
- All fees and taxes covered
Additional Information
This excursion merges an equestrian adventure with a Golden Circle trip. Familiarise yourself with the Icelandic horse, and relish a ride through the stunning landscape. See all the highlights of the renowned Golden Circle tour including locations like Kerið volcanic crater, Gullfoss waterfall, Geysir geothermal area, Faxi waterfall and Þingvellir national park. A knowledgeable local guide, well-versed with Iceland, will escort you through these sites and respond to any queries you may have.
Location
Reykjavik
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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