Horse Riding Tour in the Valley of Horses with Optional Pickup from Reykjavik

Ride an Icelandic horse through the countryside of South Iceland on this full-day tour to Marardalur Valley, the Valley of Horses. The tour is for experienced riders who want to get to know the Icelandic horse.

Your day begins with an optional hotel pickup in the morning. The driver takes you to a horse farm near the town of Hveragerdi, known for its geothermal activity.

At the farm, you meet your riding guide and the Icelandic horses joining you for the day. The breed is approachable and known for its calm temperament.

Icelandic horses are also well suited to difficult terrain and can thrive in harsh weather. They have two special gaits, the tolt and the flying pace, which your guide explains before the ride.

After a safety briefing, you set off. You ride to Marardalur Valley, the Valley of Horses, near the Hengill volcanic area. This hidden valley was once used to keep cattle and has flat, grassy riding trails with a backdrop of mountains.

You ride across the green grass below towering cliffs, with plenty of time to stop for photos.

Lunch is a packed lunch on the trail. At the lunch stop, you can spend time with the horses, learn from your guide about the nature and culture of the area, and take in the surroundings.

While riding, you can try the tolt, a smooth gait that's somewhat like a fast walk but can vary in speed.

After the ride, you return to the horse farm for hot drinks and a piece of homemade cake before the driver takes you back to your accommodation in Reykjavik.

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