Viking Horse Riding and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik
Overview
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.
What's Included
- WiFi on board
- National Park fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup and drop-off from cruise ports, hotels and designated meeting points in the Reykjavik area
- Necessary gear for riding
- Professional English speaking guide
- Guided horse riding tour
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
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.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Laxnes Horse Farm
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Thingvellir National Park
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Geysir
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Gullfoss Waterfall
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Strokkur
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
Protecting you
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Viking Horse Riding and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025
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