Viking Adventure 2010
2 days /1 night, Reykjavik - Mt. Helgafell - Lake Húnavatn - Laxárdalur - Skrapatungurétt - Hvammur -Reykjavik | If your schedule it tight and you want to make the most of your time in Iceland, our two day riding tour just outside of Reykjavík can be what you are looking for. Discover great riding tracks through lava fields in the vicinity of our Riding Centre. Your first riding day introduces you to the Icelandic horse and its special gaits. Riding along pleasant riding tracks you discover the terrain shaped by volcanic power centuries ago. After lunch you circle the extinct volcano Mt. Helgafell and enjoy the sure-footed horses on a variety of tracks. The next day you head out provided with a packed lunch and explore Heiðmörk Nature Park. Our Riding Centre offers many different horses to choose from and our friendly and competent riding guides make this tour an enjoyable experience. One night is spent at the Viking Hotel in Hafnarfjörður, a unique theme hotel dedicated to Vikings and Nordic myths. All rooms are equipped with private facilities and dinner is served in one of the hotel's restaurants. This tour is ideal for those who want to train for our longer rides.
| Departure | Wednesdays from March 3rd - October 27th |
| Price | $675 per person in double room |
| Included | 1 night accommodation in shared rooms Scandinavian breakfast buffet daily Hotel taxes and service fees During the ride full board is included, along with water and coffee/tea Dinners, from day 1 Lunch packs (riders make their own from breakfast table) Full guidance, English and Scandinavian speaking Use of saddle bags, rain wear, riding helmet and sleeping bag (when necessary) |
| Not Included | Airfare & airport taxes Airport transfers Gratuities Personal insurance / personal items Alcoholic beverages $25 Service fee |
| Please Note | Accommodation: Hotel rooms with private facilities. Group size: Max. 12 guests Ideal for those who want to train for our longer rides. Meeting place: Reykjavík. Accommodation before and after the ride to be arranged individually. Our partners in Iceland have been a leading, fully licensed tour operator for almost 25 years. The tours introduce the traditional way of traveling in Iceland and support nature, culture and the economy of each district we cover. They were rewarded with the Environmental Award by the Icelandic Tourist Board in 2001 and is a Green Globe Affiliate. |
| Tour Options | Additional nights in Reykjavik Additional sightseeing Blue Lagoon with transfer to Keflavik Airport East Greenland Excursion, 1 - 3 days Extending your stay in Reykjavik We offer an extensive range for 2, 3 and 4 star accommodation in Iceland's capital city and a wide range of Iceland excursions throughout the country. |
Day 1 Wed REYKJAVIK - HAFNARFJORDUR (D) Transfer to the Ishestar Riding Centre. After a short introduction to the horses we head off into the lovely countryside for a relaxed morning ride. We ride along pleasant riding tracks and discover the terrain shaped by volcanic power centuries ago. After lunch we circle the extinct volcano Mt. Helgafell and enjoy the sure-footed horses on a variety of tracks. Transfer to the Viking Hotel in Hafnarfjörður for dinner and overnight stay. (Rest of the evening at your own disposal). (18 km)
Day 2 Thu HEIDMORK NATURE PARK (B, L) Return to the Riding Centre where we receive our picnic lunch and off we go on great day tour through Heiðmörk Nature Park. Visit Maríuhellir Lava Cave and mighty Búrfellsgjá fissure. Whether you join this tour in spring, summer or fall, riding on good riding tracks in this fascinating landscape is a great experience. After the ride transfer back to Reykjavík where you arrive at approx. 17:00. (25 km)