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Two people riding horses through a shallow stream. 5
By Eldhestar horse riding

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $143 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • This tour takes us through meadows, lava fields and a small river. On our way we enjoy the nice scenery of volcanic mountains and farmland, passing several farms which give us an idea of how agriculture has developed in the last decades. Nice riding trails give a good opportunity to experience the special gait of the Icelandic horse, the “tölt”. At the end of the tour you are invited for coffee and home-baked cake.

Activity location

  • Hótel Eldhestar
    • 816, Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, Iceland

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hótel Eldhestar
    • 816, Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, Iceland

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The Heritage Tour from Reykjavík: 1.5 to 2-Hour Ride

  • Earn $8.60
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h

Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00AM
Price details
$143.30 x 2 Adults$286.60
Total
Price is $286.60
Until Mon, Nov 16

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Home-baked cake
  • Inclusions
    English speaking guide and free pick-up & drop off
  • Inclusions
    Coffee and/or Tea
  • Inclusions
    Riding and safety equipment, rain gear, or insulated coveralls

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Service animals allowed
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Weight limit: 110 kg

Activity itinerary

Hótel Eldhestar

  • 3h
Experience a variety of scenery and impressions! We first ride up a hill on excellent riding trails, along the slopes of the mountain Reykjafjall and through a green forest, a rare sight in Iceland. We then pass many hot springs in the impressive, colorful geothermal area situated just above the village of Hveragerði, a small town also known as the “hot spring capital of the world”. This area expanded dramatically during an earthquake in 2008 and is constantly changing. The path continues along the volcanic hills above the village, which is also known for its beautiful location between the volcano Hengill and the wide plains of the southern lowlands. We have a nice view of Varmá river, called the “warm river” as geothermal water flows through it, and green valleys with rising steam in the distance. During the winter season, we stop to warm up with a cup of coffee, tea or hot chocolate and learn more about the Icelandic horse before riding back to our farm.

Location

Activity location

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    Hótel Eldhestar
    • 816, Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, Iceland

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Hótel Eldhestar
    • 816, Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, Sveitarfélagið Ölfus, Iceland

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