ICELAND
29 Tours Reviewed
Tölt without the guesswork. This is a 2-hour guided Iceland horse ride in the countryside around Hveragerði, with routes chosen on the day for weather and wind. You’ll move through meadows, lava-field terrain, and along a small river area, all…
Ready for Reykjadalur on horseback. This 1-hour tour in Hveragerði takes you into the Reykjadalur area with friendly Icelandic horses, plus a guide who helps you feel comfortable even if you have zero riding experience. I love that the tour…
Two icons of Iceland, in one day: horses and whales. You’ll start with a guided ride on tough, gentle Icelandic horses in the lava country near Hveragerði, then shift gears to a 3-hour Elding whale cruise out of Reykjavík. I…
Tölt in the open Iceland air. If you want Iceland that is quiet, hands-on, and moving, this ride around Þorlákshöfn delivers. I really like the chance to experience an Icelandic horse’s tölt gait up close, with guides who shape the…
Three hours on Iceland’s horses can feel like a whole day. This private Akureyri ride is built around wide-open rural scenery and a real guide on hand, so you’re not just following a slow line. I especially like the chance…
A ride on Icelandic horses can turn dry scenery into motion. This family-friendly tour takes you from Þorlákshöfn toward the Krýsuvík geothermal-lava area, then pauses at a 12th-century church with big ocean views. I especially like the small-group size (max…
A short ride can change your Reykjavik day. This calm afternoon Reykjavik horse riding tour takes you out of town to volcanic terrain, with friendly Icelandic horses and time to soak up wide views. I especially loved the small-group vibe,…
Reykjavík at dusk turns into a horse story. This small-group ride pairs evening sun with trail time through Hólmsheiði hills and the red volcanic drama of Rauðhólar. It is a simple, hands-on way to experience Icelandic horses close to town.…
On a horse in Iceland, one hour goes fast. This short ride is designed to give you a real feel for Icelandic horses and the countryside around Eldhestars farm, without needing a full day plan. You start at Hótel Eldhestar…
Horseback riding in Iceland hits different. This Reykjadalur ride (just about 45 minutes from Reykjavik) gets you out fast into the countryside on a classic 5-gaited Icelandic horse, with a small group so you actually get help. I especially like…
One hour on a horse resets you. This Skagafjörður ride is one of those Iceland experiences that changes your tempo fast. You’ll follow trails where the land drops toward rivers and rises again into ridges, with your guide sharing what…
Short rides, serious joy. This 1-hour Iceland horse tour is a quick way to see Iceland’s countryside from the back of a real Icelandic horse, guided by staff who keep things simple and calm. I especially like that it’s built…
A private horse ride near Reykjavík hits different. You escape the city, meet the horses first, then spend quality time on trails with Icelandic horses and views over Lake Hafravatn. What makes this one especially appealing is the way the…
Snow, horses, and Akureyri in 90 minutes. This is a Viking-style horse riding outing in North Iceland where you move through snow-covered trails with Icelandic horses—and get a real shot at the tölt gait with a guide close by. If…
Two wild Iceland days, one tight plan. This combo tour pairs Icelandic horse riding outside Reykjavik with a fast boat ride to whale country in Faxaflói Bay. You get guided time on both sides, plus the right gear so you…
