Viking Horse Riding Tour and Golden Circle

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Viking Horse Riding & Golden Circle

An Amazing Tour

Meet Iceland's charming horses and visit some of the country's most treasured landmarks such Þingvellir National Park, Geysir Geothermal area and Gullfoss Waterfall.

The Icelandic horse is a breed that has remained virtually unchanged since the Vikings brought it to Iceland in the 9th century. With the help of one of our beautiful horses, you can ride through the idyllic landscape of Laxnes, just out of Reykjavik city. The riding tour is suitable for all experience levels, from beginner to expert, It is a fantastic way to see the countryside.

After the riding experience there will be about an hour to relax and have a something to eat before joining our Golden Circle Express tour, which leaves Reykjavík at 13:00. From there, the tour heads to the National Park Þingvellir, with its remarkable geological features. The Icelandic Parliament – Alþingi – was founded on the site in 930 AD, making it the oldest still-functioning parliament in the world.

The tour will also visit the impressive glacial waterfall Gullfoss, the Geysir geothermal area and Strokkur hot spring. On the return journey, you will travel through beautiful agricultural areas before heading back to Reykjavík over the mountain heath Hellisheiði.

Pick-up and drop-off service for hotels and guest houses in Reykjavik
Round-trip transportation
Viking horse riding tour
Professional tour guide on riding tour
Necessary riding gear
Guided Golden Circle tour on 1st class coach or minibus
National park visit fee
Free WiFi on board Golden Circle tour bus

Visit beloved national landmarks and meet the charming Icelandic
horse.

Whatever your experience with horses, we make sure you’re
comfortable and this one hour tour is suitable for all ages and levels.

On the Golden Circle, stroll in Þingvellir National Park, where the
Icelandic parliament, Alþingi, was established in 930 AD. A place of
natural beauty and UNESCO World it’s also where Europe and North
America meet.

At Gullfoss waterfall, get up close or climb to the viewing platform.
Then explore the bubbling hot springs at Geysir.

Note: This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 7.

Weather appropriate clothing

If you will not be making use of the complimentary pick-up service, please check in at the Gray Line Bus Terminal in Klettagarðar 4 at least 15 minutes prior to departure.