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Dates 2026
July: 17 - 20 Fully Booked July - August: 31 - 2 August: 21 - 24 Type: Multi day riding tour with hand horses Duration: 4 days / 3 nights/ 4 riding days. Friday - Monday Level of expertise: Experienced riders in good physical shape Area: South Iceland Accommodation: Hotel Lóa for 3 nights. Accommodation in Reykjavik not included but can be booked through us. Meals: Breakfast and lunch Max: 5 guests Price: 399.900.-ISK Single supplement: 80.100.-ISK |
This is our new charming horse riding tour with the locals – ideal for couples, families and small groups of friends. This lovely four day ride takes you to some of the most beautiful riding tracks in vicinity of Mt. Hekla in South Iceland.
Ride with us through breathtaking grassy trails that wind through the serene Icelandic countryside. As we venture deeper into nature, we enter the striking lava fields beneath the mighty Mt. Hekla, where the landscape shifts and the spirit of the Highlands comes alive. Along the way, we stop to explore the oldest turfhouse in Iceland—a rare and fascinating glimpse into the country’s cultural heritage. At the end of each adventure-filled day, unwind at the new hotel Lóa, located in the village of Hvolsvöllur.
Join us for an unforgettable riding experience where nature, history, and comfort come together.
Ride with us through breathtaking grassy trails that wind through the serene Icelandic countryside. As we venture deeper into nature, we enter the striking lava fields beneath the mighty Mt. Hekla, where the landscape shifts and the spirit of the Highlands comes alive. Along the way, we stop to explore the oldest turfhouse in Iceland—a rare and fascinating glimpse into the country’s cultural heritage. At the end of each adventure-filled day, unwind at the new hotel Lóa, located in the village of Hvolsvöllur.
Join us for an unforgettable riding experience where nature, history, and comfort come together.
Day by day itinerary
Day 1: Meet the locals and the horses
Pick up at 10 am at your hotel in Reykjavík. Please be ready in your riding clothes at pick up. We drive straight to our horses located in a beautiful field of South Iceland. Before we start riding we enjoy outdoor lunch on the premises. After an introduction to your two horses and into the safety issues, tack and gaits of the Icelandic horse we set off for a lovely gentle ride over good tölting tracks through the lush countryside. The horses go back to the field which is located only 15 min drive from the hotel.
Dinner on your own
Day 2: Tölt with Mt Hekla view
After heartful breakfast we meet the horses again and now we settle for a full day ride. We ride on Heklubraut with a wonderful view of Mt. Hekla, the most famous volcano in Iceland. (weather depending). We enjoy our picnic lunch at a beautiful spot and continue riding on ancient viking paths surrounded by old lava and purple lupin fields. We follow gravel roads and soft grass paths up to our mountain cottage at Foss where we leave the horses for the night and drive back to hotel.
Day 3: In the hoofsteps of the Vikings
Leaving Foss behind, we make our way back to the lowlands. The horses seem to sense they’re on the homeward trail—their pace quickens, their energy rises. Riding a tölting horse across the soft, open terrain, surrounded by mountains and glaciers, is pure exhilaration. It’s more than a ride; it’s a feeling of freedom and connection that stays with you.
Along the way, we pause at the historic farmhouse at Keldur—the oldest standing farmhouse in Iceland. This remarkable structure is the last of its kind, known as the old passageway type. With its wooden frame and Romanesque architectural details, Keldur stands as a quiet yet powerful
reminder of Iceland’s deep-rooted past. Stepping inside is like stepping back through the centuries. We enjoy a BBQ dinner by the field before driving back to the hotel.
Day 4: Farewell ride – Back to Reykjavik
On our final ride, we journey to the banks of the Rangá River, passing through lush countryside and enjoying the beautiful views and spirited horses. We then return to the field, say our goodbyes to the horses, and begin our drive back to Reykjavík. Arrival in Reykjavík is scheduled for the afternoon. Exploring Iceland reserves the right to alter routes, itineraries or timetables should the necessity arise. The estimated duration of tours as indicated by km or timing can change according to road or weather conditions.
Included:
Please note: Dinner is not included and only the riding tour is guided. Guide is not staying at the hotel.
Pick up at 10 am at your hotel in Reykjavík. Please be ready in your riding clothes at pick up. We drive straight to our horses located in a beautiful field of South Iceland. Before we start riding we enjoy outdoor lunch on the premises. After an introduction to your two horses and into the safety issues, tack and gaits of the Icelandic horse we set off for a lovely gentle ride over good tölting tracks through the lush countryside. The horses go back to the field which is located only 15 min drive from the hotel.
Dinner on your own
Day 2: Tölt with Mt Hekla view
After heartful breakfast we meet the horses again and now we settle for a full day ride. We ride on Heklubraut with a wonderful view of Mt. Hekla, the most famous volcano in Iceland. (weather depending). We enjoy our picnic lunch at a beautiful spot and continue riding on ancient viking paths surrounded by old lava and purple lupin fields. We follow gravel roads and soft grass paths up to our mountain cottage at Foss where we leave the horses for the night and drive back to hotel.
Day 3: In the hoofsteps of the Vikings
Leaving Foss behind, we make our way back to the lowlands. The horses seem to sense they’re on the homeward trail—their pace quickens, their energy rises. Riding a tölting horse across the soft, open terrain, surrounded by mountains and glaciers, is pure exhilaration. It’s more than a ride; it’s a feeling of freedom and connection that stays with you.
Along the way, we pause at the historic farmhouse at Keldur—the oldest standing farmhouse in Iceland. This remarkable structure is the last of its kind, known as the old passageway type. With its wooden frame and Romanesque architectural details, Keldur stands as a quiet yet powerful
reminder of Iceland’s deep-rooted past. Stepping inside is like stepping back through the centuries. We enjoy a BBQ dinner by the field before driving back to the hotel.
Day 4: Farewell ride – Back to Reykjavik
On our final ride, we journey to the banks of the Rangá River, passing through lush countryside and enjoying the beautiful views and spirited horses. We then return to the field, say our goodbyes to the horses, and begin our drive back to Reykjavík. Arrival in Reykjavík is scheduled for the afternoon. Exploring Iceland reserves the right to alter routes, itineraries or timetables should the necessity arise. The estimated duration of tours as indicated by km or timing can change according to road or weather conditions.
Included:
- Private transfers with horses and humans during the ride within the Reykjavík capital area
- 3x nights in double/twin or single rooms with private facilities at Hotel Kríunes
- 3x breakfast
- 4x lunch during the tour
- 4x riding days according to program,
- English speaking guide. Other languages upon request.
Please note: Dinner is not included and only the riding tour is guided. Guide is not staying at the hotel.
Hotel Lóa
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Located in Hvolsvöllur along Iceland’s scenic South Coast, Hótel Lóa offers free parking, complimentary Wi-Fi, and an in-house restaurant.
All rooms feature private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and modern Nordic décor. The LAVA Centre and local shops are within walking distance, while Seljalandsfoss Waterfall is just a short drive away. A work desk, wardrobe, and tea/coffee facilities are included in all rooms at Hótel Lóa. Superior rooms and suites offer additional space and seating areas, some with mountain views. Guests can relax in the hotel’s cozy lounge or enjoy a drink at the bar after a day of exploring Iceland’s natural wonders. Breakfast is served each morning, and the on-site restaurant offers fresh, locally inspired dishes prepared with seasonal ingredients. |
Steinunn GuðbjörnsdóttirTour Operator
Guide / Driver / photographer Steinunn or Steina bought her first horse at the age of 16 and has been smitten by the „horse bug“ ever since. By now she owns 14 horses and some of her younger horses come from her own breeding lines.. Steina decided to use the COVID time to go to the Icelandic guiding school so now she is a certificate driver/guide. She likes horses with a character, with good tölt and good temperament. Her horses are usually the easy ones. She has 3 grown up children and Lóa is her youngest and only one in the family who is riding with her. |
Margrét Lóa BjörnsdóttirHorse trainer Guide / Driver Instagram photographer
Lóa is Steinunn’s daughter. She started riding when she was 5 years old and has been riding ever since. She bought her own horse when she was only 11 years old, a 5 year old Palomino mare, Klassik, which is now her breeding mare. She is the competi- tion rider in the team but also loves to go on horseriding trips which she has been doing since the age of 10. |
Ari SigurðssonTour operator / guide / Driver
Ari started riding at a young age with his father. Horse riding is his favourite thing to do after work and he is the main guy to come to for a coffee in his riding club. He has 2 grown up children (no grand children yet) but they are not riding with him so one can say that Steina and Lóa are his “horse-family”. His favorite horses are those who are cooperative to run after the loose herd. |
