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05D – Riding and Hiking

05D – Riding and Hiking

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Minimum number of participants are 3 people. If we do not reach the minimum number of participants, a different tour will be offered instead. The tour starts at our farm Vellir. We ride for 1.5 to 2 hours in the charming countryside followed by a light lunch at Hótel Eldhestar. After lunch we drive into the… <a class="more-link" href="https://southoficeland.com/tour/05d-riding-and-hiking/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">05D – Riding and Hiking</span></a>

Tour type
Day Tour / Activity
Duration
9 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Pickup service
Yes
Booking in advance
2 days
Availability
October, November
Minimum age
8 years

The experience

About this tour

Minimum number of participants are 3 people. If we do not reach the minimum number of participants, a different tour will be offered instead.

The tour starts at our farm Vellir. We ride for 1.5 to 2 hours in the charming countryside followed by a light lunch at Hótel Eldhestar. After lunch we drive into the Hengill Volcano area, where we start our hiking tour down the magnificient geothermal valley of Reykjadalur. In the valley we will experience hot springs and also take a relaxing bath in a warm river. The tour ends with some refreshments at Eldhestar riding center. This is a unique opportunity to experience Icelandic nature in all its variety.

Please note: The tour is suitable for all levels of riding experience from beginners to advanced. During booking process, we ask our clients to inform us about their riding experience, which helps us to choose the right horse for everyone. Beginners and experienced riders ride together. We always try to tölt as much as possible, but do not gallop for safety reasons. 

Minimum number of participants are 3 people. If we do not reach the minimum number of participants, a different tour will be offered instead.

What the price covers

Included
Pick Up And Drop Off, Riding For 1,5-2 Hours, Light Lunch At Our Hotel, Guided Hiking Tour Through The Valley Of Reykjadalur, Bathing In Natural Hot Stream, Coffee And Cake After The Tour.Minimum Number Of Participants Are 3 people. If We Do Not Reach The Minimum Number Of Participants, A Different Tour Will Be Offered Instead.
Ticket types
  • Adults (15+)
  • Children (8 - 14)

Where it starts

Meeting
Meet on location or pick up
Pickup
Yes
Drop-off
1
Location code
Hveragerdi (HVE, IS)

Please be at our stable at 9:00 in the morning for the tour.

Good to know

  • This Tour Is Offered All Year Around. Note: To Be Able To Go On The Tour We Need To Be A Minimum Of 2 Participants. If Weather Conditions Prohibit Us From Hiking Up The Valley We Will Offer An Alternative. Pick-up In Reykjavik Every Day At 08:00. Return To Reykjavik Around 17:00 Note That Pick Up From Hotels In  hafnarfjörður, Kópavogur And Mosfellsbær Is At 7:30 And Pick Up From Hveragerði And Selfoss Is At 8:45. Please Double Check Your Booking A Day Or Two Before Arrival For The Pick Up Location, As They May Change Without Notice. Please Let Us Know If There Are Any Dietary Needs Like If There Are Allergies Or Vegetarians.
Type
Day Tour / Activity
Season
October, November
Cutoff (relative to start time)
12 hours before
Requests confirmed within
2 days
Details updated
12 Sep 2026