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Viking Horse Riding and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik

Worry-Free Shore Excursion
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540 minutes
English

Want to meet the small but mighty Icelandic horse and get in the most popular tour in Iceland all in one day? If so, you won’t want to miss the Viking Horse and Golden Circle Tour. You’ll ride through the gorgeous Icelandic landscape on a horse descended from the first horses to set hoof on the island in the Viking-Age and then visit the most iconic sites in Iceland: Thingvellir, Gullfoss and Geysir geothermal area.

It's a nature-lover's dream, and the best way to make the most of your visit to Reykjavik.

Options

Tour - pickup 09:00

Pickup included

From$220.86Per Person

What's included in Viking Horse Riding and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik

(Subject to Option Inclusions)

Itinerary

Laxnes Horse Farm

Known for their small yet robust statures, gentle temperments and unique fifth gait (tölt), the Icelandic horse as a breed has remained virtually the same since it was first brought to Iceland at the peak of the Viking Age in the 9th century. You’ll ride out into the picturesque Icelandic landscape of Laxnes just outside of the city of Reykjavik and experience the land in the manner similar to that of the early settlers. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, this tour is wonderful way to enjoy roaming the Icelandic countryside

Admission Ticket Included

Golden Circle Route
Pass-by Only

Iceland's most popular sightseeing route.

Thingvellir National Park

Visit Thingvellir National Park, a designated UNESCO world heritage site. This is where Icelandic democracy began more than 1,000 years ago on the fields of parliament (Thingvellir) and it’s also where two tectonic plates are gradually separating creating a gorgeous landscape of steep cliffs and broad fields featuring Thingvallavatn, the largest natural lake in Iceland.

Admission Ticket Included

Inclusions

  • WiFi on board
  • National Park fees
  • Guided horse riding tour
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from cruise ports, hotels and designated meeting points in the Reykjavik area
  • Necessary gear for riding
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum age for horse riding is 8 years
  • No previous horse-riding experience is required
  • Necessary gear will be provided for the horse riding
  • Meals are not included, but stops will be made at local restaurants or shops where meals and snacks can be purchased.

Meet

Pickup and Dropoff

You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points

Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.

Additional Information

Pick-up from all hotels, bus stops and other meeting points is 30 minutes before the scheduled departure of the tour. You must contact the local operator after booking to confirm your pick-up location or meeting point.

Redeem

Ticket Redemption

Direct access

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Warm and waterproof clothing is recommended • Pickup from hotels, ports and bus stops starts at 09:00 am. • The pick-up for the tour is operated by Laxnes Horse Farm

Operator

Gray Line Iceland