The Heritage Tour from Reykjavík: 1.5 to 2-Hour Ride
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.
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The Heritage Tour from Reykjavík: 1.5 to 2-Hour Ride
Pickup included
What's included in The Heritage Tour from Reykjavík: 1.5 to 2-Hour Ride
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
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.
Inclusions
- Riding and safety equipment, rain gear, or insulated coveralls
- Home-baked cake
- English speaking guide and free pick-up & drop off
- Coffee and/or Tea
- 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: 120 kg
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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 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We are not allowed to pick up directly from some hotels in the Reykjavík capital area, please visit www.busstop.is & enter the address of your hotel or guesthouse to see if you should walk to a bus stop for pick up. Please contact us if you need assistance with a pick-up location. For morning departures: Please be ready at 08:00 at your chosen pick up location. Please note that pick up from Hótels in Hafnarfjörður and Kópavogur is at 7:30 and pick up from Hveragerði and Selfoss is at 8:45. For afternoon departures: Please be ready at 13:00 at your chosen pick up location (our driver may be there as late as 13:20). Note that pick up from Hveragerði and Selfoss is at 13:45. Please note: You will need to add an additional 1.5 hours to the duration time of this tour if you choose pick up and/or drop off.
Meeting / End Points
- 5 minutes south of Hveragerði directly on road 1.
