REYKJAVIK · ICELAND
Reykjavik’s best days out.
The 15 horses tours travellers book the most, and what each one is actually like on the day. Run times, prices and the operator behind every trip, in one place.
Ride Icelandic horses across red lava terrain from Reykjavik with optional pickup, helmets, rain gear, and a guide-led photo stop.
Most Popular“The girls were amazing! so friendly and informative. They made the experience so fun and even though the weather conditions weren’t the best, they made sure that we could find an area we could trot with the horses.”
Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavík at Íshestar Stables. Expect warm gear, a smooth tölt gait, and great guides.
“The day was brilliant. picked up by mini bus local to our hotel. took 30mins to get to riding centre. all waterproof clothing and helmets provided. very informative guides and great photo opportunities. horses were very tame and lovely to ride, me and my family stayed in the slow riding group as had never rode…”
Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields from Reykjavik, with optional pickup, beginner-friendly tölt training, and warm drinks after.
“Awesome horse tour with friendly guides. Would definitely come back! Many picturesque stops and cute horses.”
Icelandic horseback riding near Reykjavik with hotel pickup, all gear, beginner-friendly horses, and warm cocoa at Laxnes Horse Farm.
“The horse farm is a short ride from the city. We had an amazing time. The scenery on the way to the farm was beautiful, the farm owners and all staff were super friendly and welcoming, and the horses were beautiful and so fun to be around. We rode the horses across the countryside, and…”
Ride Icelandic horses on Vík black sand at Víkurfjara. Helmet included, small groups, calm animals, and photo stops, weather permitting.
“We were scheduled for the tour on a day with a storm/high winds warning. We received an email the day before about possible cancellation of the tour and the company gave us options - call or visit them when the tour was scheduled to happen, or cancel outright. They even said we could still visit…”
Ride Icelandic horses through red lava hills near Reykjavik, with easy guidance, tölt chances, and optional door-to-door pickup.
“Magical experience with the hoses and being able to see Iceland’s scenery from a different point of view. Absolutely would recommend and will definitely return to this activity when I come back to Iceland”
Reykjavik’s Golden Circle with a real detour to Friðheimar farm: Icelandic horses, greenhouse tomatoes, and major geothermal sights, small-group style.
“The trip was fantastic and the guide was great. Really enjoyed out time and the trip was packed with information and Greta spots”
Small-group horseback ride from Reykjavik to Rauðhólar lava fields and Hólsmheiði forest, with Tölt lesson, pickup, and tea/coffee.
“We were a group of 4 people, Viggo, the owner and our guide, prepared the horses for us and explained before the ride very thoroughly how to interact with the horses and took a lot of time to properly adjust everyone's saddle. The provided helmets were of high quality, we didn't need any other equipment,…”
Silver Circle small-group day from Reykjavik: waterfalls, Deildartunguhver spring, Sturlureykir horses, and the Viðgelmir lava cave.
“Thorri was an amazing guide. He brought a unique thoughtful Western Icelandic vibe to our tour. The area which we covered felt like a piece of Iceland that was quiet, natural, and very easy to get your full heart and mind around. I would never have imagined that visiting the hot pool of a long…”
Viking Icelandic horse riding at Laxnes Farm plus an express Golden Circle loop to Thingvellir, Geysir, Strokkur, and Gullfoss.
“Riding the Icelandic horses was a stellar experience. The bus trip around the Golden Circle was also wonderful. Our guide was knowledgeable and lovely.”
Two hours on Icelandic horses near Reykjavík, with a tölt gait, volcanic terrain, Redhill views, and gear provided in small groups.
“Great history lesson along with the tolt. Thanks O and L. Thanks Pila”
Icelandic horseback riding in Hafnarfjörður near Reykjavík, with tölt and canter over Reykjanes lava fields and mountains.
“I have both knees replaced and in the cold they get very stiff. Andrea was so helpful and kind to assist me in mounting and dismounting. We thoroughly enjoyed the ride and felt it was the highlight of our stay in Iceland”
Iceland in one day: ride Icelandic horses near Reykjavik, then hit Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss on the Golden Circle.
“horse riding part of the trip was amazing, loved all the staff involved and loved the route for the horse riding. the golden trip part was cancelled but should receive a partial refund”
Hop on an Icelandic horse near Reykjavík for a 50-minute ride through mossy lava fields and Bláfjöll views, with gear and guidance.
“I had the most amazing time! I was lucky enough to ride 1-2-1 with a guide (pot luck) who was fabulous in talking me through how to ride the Tölt correctly as well as teaching me so much about the origins of the Icelandic horse, their union, shoeing style and the land in which they…”
Private Icelandic horse ride from Reykjavík on Mt. Úlfarsfell: smooth tolt, horse bonding, and refreshments in English.
“Second horse tour with same farm. Each time gets better. Although weather can be unpredictable, still a wonderful experience. If in Iceland, you must ride and Icelandic horse. It’s a definite must.”
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