Viking Horse Riding and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik

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9 hours (approx.)

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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

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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

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.

Meeting point

End 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

Known for their small yet robust statures, gentle temperments and unique fifth gait (tölt), the Icelandic horse as a breed has remained virtually the same since it was first brought to Iceland at the peak of the Viking Age in the 9th century. You’ll ride out into the picturesque Icelandic landscape of Laxnes just outside of the city of Reykjavik and experience the land in the manner similar to that of the early settlers. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider, this tour is wonderful way to enjoy roaming the Icelandic countryside

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Golden Circle Route

Iceland's most popular sightseeing route.

Admission Ticket Free

Thingvellir National Park

Visit Thingvellir National Park, a designated UNESCO world heritage site. This is where Icelandic democracy began more than 1,000 years ago on the fields of parliament (Thingvellir) and it’s also where two tectonic plates are gradually separating creating a gorgeous landscape of steep cliffs and broad fields featuring Thingvallavatn, the largest natural lake in Iceland.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Geysir

Visit Geysir geothermal area with its boiling mud pits, steam vents, Geysir, the namesake of all geysers.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Gullfoss Waterfall

Next up, you will see one of the most popular and powerful waterfalls in Iceland is Gullfoss (golden falls). The roar of the Hvita River falling over two tiers into the gorge below is exhilarating and on sunny days creates rainbow upon rainbow. With your camera and a good raincoat, you’ll be able to capture the beauty of the waterfall and its rainbows from several angels by way of the paths available around the waterfall, including one that leads to its bottom.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Strokkur

A geyser that erupts on a regular basis to the delight, and sometimes surprise, of onlookers.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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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