Explore the highlights of Iceland's southwest in a unique way- on horseback! Ride a bridge over a mighty canyon en route to the dual-folding Gullfoss waterfall and its rainbow. See the explosive power of Geyser, Iceland's "Old Faithful", and enjoy amazing views you would never experience from a car.
Riding level: Intermediate - Comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length trots and short canters. Riding time is usually four to seven hours each day. Ideal tour for families with children ten and older.
Not recommended for: Pregnant women, people over 243 pounds in weight and children under 10 years old.
Duration: 6 Nights(4 days riding)
2008 Departures: (based on arrival day in Iceland) Aug 2, 9, 16, 23
Afternoon flights from North America depart on these days and arrive in Iceland the same night. Guests can usually check into their room right away at the hotel.
Riding level: Intermediate - Comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length trots and short canters. Riding time is usually four to seven hours each day. Ideal tour for families with children ten and older.
Not recommended for: Pregnant women, people over 243 pounds in weight and children under 10 years old.
Duration: 6 Nights(4 days riding)
2008 Departures: (based on arrival day in Iceland) Aug 2, 9, 16, 23
Afternoon flights from North America depart on these days and arrive in Iceland the same night. Guests can usually check into their room right away at the hotel.
Evening flights from America depart the evening before and arrive in Iceland early in the morning on the above dates. Please note that your room may not be ready for immediate check-in.
Accommodation: Hotels first and last night with private bathrooms, Holiday Farm (shared bathroom facilities) and hotel (private bathroom facilities). (2 to 4 people per room)
Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 4 Packed Lunches, 6 Dinners (4 during tour and 2 in-flight dinners)
Group Size: 10 - 18 max (min. of 10 passengers to guarantee tour)
Languages: English and often German and Scandinavian
This tour is also available in a longer format with two extra days of riding. Contact Icelandair Holidays at (800) 223 - 5500 for more information.
Includes
- Round-trip air transportation from New York (JFK), Boston (BOS), Orlando (SFB) & Minneapolis/St. Paul (MSP)
- Accommodations at guesthouses and farmhouses (shared rooms and bathrooms only)
- Full board during tour (breakfast, packed lunch and dinner)
- Use of 1-3 horses per person
- Expert guides
- Use of Saddle, bridle, rain coat
- Use of water bottle and saddlebag
- Use of riding safety helmet
- Package price includes Icelandair Holidays booking fee.
- Fuel surcharge of $158 per person
Not included
- Personal Travel Insurance. Insurance available through Access America.
- Meals other than those listed in itinerary
- Use of Riding Boots (please note all riding clothing and equipment brought into Iceland must be new or disinfected prior to arrival. More info can be found at the Icelandic Chief Veterinary Officer site
