Day 1: Þingvellir National Park – Friðheimar Greenhouse Restaurant – tölting tracks
Pick up at 9 am at your hotel in Reykjavík. Please be ready in your riding clothes at pick up. Drive to Þingvellir National Park for a short walk “in between the continents” before enjoying a lovely lunch at Friðheimar Greenhouse Restaurant before visiting their stables where they will demonstrate all the 5 gaits of the Icelandic Horse and their history. From there transfer a short distance to a local horse farm for your first ride. After an introduction into the safety issues, tack and gaits of the Iceland horse set off for a lovely gentle ride over good tölting tracks through the lush countryside. Back on four wheels and a short drive to your Hotel Geysir for the next 2 nights. Riding time approx 2 hours
It was a wonderful ride in every way. Stefnir and Anita are the loveliest and hardest-working people I think I have ever met. They treat their beautiful horses with love and terrific care and attention. Their tack was in perfect condition. Stefnir answered endless questions about Iceland's history, culture and geography. Anita spent time with us each afternoon following our ride. She is a fabulous cook and baker. Their adorable children visited us too. The accommodations were comfortable, clean and warm. The weather was sunny every day! Despite the sun, it was quite cold when riding. I'm glad I followed your suggestions re: packing. I wore long underwear, winter riding gloves, layers of shirts - synthetic and wool - a puffy jacket and a rain/ wind shell each day on the trail. All in all, a perfect "10"!
Gruber, May 2019















