Iceland travel guide and tour reviews
Feel the tölt under you. This small-group horseback ride near Þorlákshöfn turns the South Coast into a living, moving lesson in Icelandic horse culture, and the highlight is experiencing the tölt gait. You’ll also get to roll through beaches, lava stretches, and grassy banks without feeling like you’re racing anyone. Two things I like a … Read more
A good horse ride in Iceland comes down to two things: the horses and the guide. This private 3-hour tour is built around both, with sweeping rural scenery and supervision that actually helps you enjoy the ride. You’ll get Icelandic-horse magic too, including the gait tourists talk about once they feel it. I love that … Read more
There’s something special about watching Iceland roll by at horse pace. This family-focused horse riding tour pairs an easygoing day out with real Iceland scenery: lava fields near Krýsuvík, geothermal steam in the distance, and salty views from a centuries-old church. I especially like that you get everything handled for you. Helmets and riding equipment … Read more
Hooves meet history on the Golden Circle. This full day strings together Þingvellir National Park, geysers, and Gullfoss, then slows down for a countryside ride on Icelandic horses. I love the bus comfort and practical add-ons like free Wi‑Fi and USB charging, and I also like how the included audio guide helps you make sense … Read more
Horseback riding near Reykjavik feels surprisingly close to magic. This Mjölnir afternoon tour takes you out of the city for a small-group ride on friendly Icelandic horses, with big views of volcanic mountains, lakes, and Reykjavik. I especially love how you get to ride in different terrain—Hólsmheiði forest trails and the dramatic red lava rock … Read more
You get a dose of Iceland outdoors, but with the comfort of a small group and a real warm welcome at the barn. This Sleipnir evening ride is built around the light of Nordic summer, when you head out in the golden hours and come back ready to warm up. You’re on well-trained Icelandic horses, … Read more
Iceland by saddle is pure wind-in-your-face. This Borgarnes horseback riding tour starts with a hands-on warm-up in a large indoor arena, then moves you out into the open countryside for a guided trail ride. Guides like Bára and Juna are known for patient instruction, which matters a lot when you’re figuring out steering, balance, and … Read more
If you want horses in Iceland without a full-day commitment, this works. This one-hour ride is based out of Eldhestar horse riding in South Iceland and gives you a simple introduction to the Icelandic horse, plus a slow wander along riding paths and meadows around Eldhestars farm Vellir. It is short enough to fit into … Read more
Tölt on Icelandic horses feels unreal. This Reykjadalur (Smoky Valley) ride is a classic way to see the countryside close to Reykjavik, with five-gaited Icelandic horses and hands-on coaching for all levels. You’re out on a trail session that’s short enough to fit any day, but long enough to feel like you actually did something … Read more
A horse ride in Iceland can feel like a shortcut to real country. This one-hour tour in Skagafjörður gives you a small-group ride at an easy pace, with guide support and Icelandic-horse handling that works for a range of comfort levels. You’ll be moving along ridges, rivers, and rolling trails while a guide explains what … Read more
One hour on Icelandic horses changes the mood. In Hveragerdi, this countryside ride gives you a friendly introduction to the Icelandic horse plus real mountain-and-farmland scenery on proven paths. You meet at Vellir and head out with a guide, so even first-timers get moving fast. Two things I like a lot: the short, beginner-friendly format … Read more
If you want Iceland without the crowd noise, this private horse ride to Lake Hafravatn is a smart pick. You start at a working stable in Mosfellsbær, meet your guide, and then head out for about 2 hours of riding through open countryside with views toward the lake, nearby fields, and mountains. I love that … Read more
A 90-minute ride can still feel big. This Viking-style horse riding experience in North Iceland takes you out near Akureyri through snowy country where you get to experience the Icelandic horses’ signature tölt gait. It’s interesting because the timing is short enough to fit into a busy itinerary, yet the coaching is hands-on enough that … Read more
Horse and whales, timed perfectly. This Reykjavik combo sends you out of town for a small-group ride on Icelandic horses, then follows with a high-speed boat cruise into Faxaflói Bay for a serious shot at whales and dolphins. You’ll get local guidance all day, so it feels less like ticking boxes and more like getting … Read more
Ride through Iceland in two hours. What makes this North Iceland ride fun is the mix of ground under you: birch forest at one end, black sand plain in the middle, and volcanic rocks plus moss when you want your boots tested. You’ll also see grazing animals depending on the season, with cows in summer … Read more