Viking Tour

7 Hours
Difficulty - Demanding
Group Tour

Please note that the riding time is 4 ½ – 5 hours, total of 7 hours with transfer.

Are you an experienced rider who wants to see the capabilities of the Icelandic horse? Then the exciting Viking Tour day-trip is for you. From our stables we ride on excellent riding paths where we cross the Kaldá River and either go explore Heiðmörk Nature Park or ride around Mt. Helgafell.

The tour starts with a shorter introductory ride in the morning (Lava tour) before we make a stop for lunch. Upon completing lunch, we continue exploring the different gaits of the Icelandic horse – be prepared to ride trot, the unique tölt or short canter in beautiful scenery.

In the afternoon your group will be joined by fellow travelers on the Viking Express tour as we continue exploring both the Icelandic horse and dramatic landscape our surroundings have to offer.

Please note that this tour is for strong intermediate riders that are comfortable and in control of the horse at all paces.

The final choice of route is dependent on both season and weather and is subject to change to ensure a fun and adventurous experience for everyone.

At Íshestar we take pride in our personal service and limit group sizes to be 20 or below per riding group to ensure a safe and enjoyable tour for all of our guests. We look forward to showing you the Icelandic horse in its natural surroundings!

Our stables are located a short 20-minute drive outside of Reykjavik’s city center.

What’s included?

Riding helmets, rubber boots and rainwear / warm outfit during the ride
Trained guides who speak multiple languages (English, Scandinavian and German)

Please note that it is not allowed to ride with backpacks or bags but Íshestar provides complimentary safety boxes at the stables for valuables.

Please note

AGE LIMIT TO RIDE ON THIS TOUR IS 12 YEARS OLD AND MUST HAVE GOOD EXPERIENCE RIDING IN OPEN TERRAIN.
THE WEIGHT LIMIT FOR ALL OUR TOURS IS 110 KG/240 LBS
IF YOU ARE ARRIVING BY OWN CAR, PLEASE BE AT THE ÍSHESTAR STABLES 30 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE

Please note that you cannot take any backpacks or bags with you on the ride, but there are safety boxes at the stables where you can store your valuables. Riding gear (riding boots, riding trousers, jackets, hats, gloves, etc.) needs to be washed (40°C), dry cleaned or disinfected before arriving in Iceland. Used leather gear may not be brought into the country.

Cancellation policy

Bookings can be cancelled whenever without any fees.

Meeting Point

Those arriving by own car please be at the Stable half an hour before the tour starts Sörlaskeið 26, 220 Hafnarfjörður GPS coordinates: 64°02’35.8″N 21°54’51.2″W (ISN93: 357665.7101, 396626.1977)

Íshestar

26 Sörlaskeið, Hafnarfjörður, Iceland

Pick-up

Note: Pick-up starts 60 minute(s) before departure.

We offer pick-up to the following places for this experience:

#1. Bus Stop – Ráðhúsið / City Hall
#10. Bus Stop – Laugavegur 105
#11. Bus Stop – Austurbær
#12. Bus Stop – Höfðatorg
#13. Bus Stop – Rauðarárstígur
#14. Bus Stop – Skúlagata (Corner of Skúlagata and Klapparstígur)
#2. Bus Stop – Tjörnin/ThePond
#3. Bus Stop – Lækjargata
#4. Bus Stop – Miðbakki
#5. Bus Stop – Harpa Concert Hall
#6. Bus Stop – The Culture House / Safnhúsið
#7. Bus Stop – CLOSED (Use Bus Stop #14 – Skúlagata)
#8. Bus Stop – Hallgrímskirkja
#9. Bus Stop – Snorrabraut
..To Be Announced
101 Guesthouse, Laugavegur 101 (Pick up at Bus Stop #10 – Laugavegur 105)
101 Hotel, Hverfisgata 10 ( Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata*)
22 Hill Hotel, Brautarholt 22-24
41 A Townhouse Hotel, Laugavegur 41 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata*)
4th Floor Hotel, Laugavegur (Pick up at Bus Stop #10 – Laugavegur 105)
Alda Hotel, Laugavegur 66-68 (Pick up at Bus Stop #10 – Hemmur Square)
Alfred’s Apartment, Vitastígur 11 (Pick up at Bus Stop #10 – Laugavegur 105)
Alfred’s Studio Apartments, Frakkastígur 6a (Pick up at Bus Stop #10 – Laugavegur 105)
Ambassade Apartments, Þingholtsstræti 21 (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Annað/Other
Apartment K, Aðalstræti 12 (Pick up at Bus Stop #1 – City Hall)
Apartment K, Bergstaðastræti 3 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata*)
Apartment K, Hverfisgata 14 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata*)
Apartment K, Hverfisgata 37 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata*)
Apartment K, Ingólfsstræti 1a (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata*)
Apartment K, Laugavegur 46 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata*)
Apartment K, Laugavegur 85-86 (Pick up at Bus Stop #10 – Laugavegur 105)
Apartment K, Lindargata 60 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata*)
Apartment K, Skólastræti 1 (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Apartment K, Þingholtsstræti 2 (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Apotek Hotel, Austurstræti 16 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – The Pond)
AR Central Apartments, Austurstræti 3 (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
AR Guesthouse, Bræðraborgarstígur 3 (Pick up at Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Marina)
Arctic Comfort Hotel, Síðumúli 19
Atlantic Apartments & Rooms, Grensásvegur 14
Black Pearl Hotel, Tryggvagata 18-18c (Pick up at Bus Stop #1 – City Hall)
Bolholt Apartments, Bolholt 6
Brattagata Guesthouse, Brattagata 3b (Pick up at Bus Stop #1 – City Hall)
BSÍ Bus Terminal
Bus Hostel, Skógarhlíð 10
Cabin Hotel, Borgartún 32
Canopy by Hilton. Smiðjustígur 4 (Pick up at Bus Stop #6 – The Culture House)
Captain Reykjavík, Bergstaðastræti 60 (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Captain Reykjavík, Ránargata 11 (Pickup at Icelandair Hotel Reykjavik Marina)
Castle House Luxury Apartments, Skálholtsstígur 2a (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Centerhotel Arnarhvoll, Ingólfsstræti 1 (Pick up at Bus Stop #5 – Harpa Concert Hall*)
Centerhotel Klöpp, Klapparstígur 26 ( Pick up at Bus Stop #14 – Skúlagata*)
CenterHotel Laugavegur, Laugavegur 95-99 (Pick up at Bus Stop #9 – Snorrabraut)
Centerhotel Miðgarður, Laugavegur 120 (Pick up at Bus Stop #13 – Rauðarárstíg)
Centerhotel Plaza, Aðalstræti 4 (Pick up at Bus Stop #1 – City Hall)
Centerhotel Skjaldbreid, Laugavegur 16 (Pick up at Bus Stop #14 – Skúlagata*)
Centerhotel Thingholt, Þingholtstræti 3-5 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata*)
Centric Guesthouse, Lækjargata 6b (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata)
Circle Hostel, Hringbraut 121
City Center Hotel, Austurstræti 6 (Pick up at Bus Stop #1 – City Hall)
City Park Hotel, Ármuli 5
Downtown Reykjavík Apartments, Rauðarárstígur 31
Egilsborg Guesthouse, Þverholt 20
Einholt Apartments, Einholt 2
Elding Whale Watching, Aegisgardur 5
Embassy Luxury Apartments, Garðastræti 40
Eric The Red Guesthouse, Eiríksgata 6 (Pick up at Bus Stop #8 – Hallgrimskirkja)
Exter Hotel, Tryggvagata 12 (Pick up at Bus Stop #1 – City Hall)
Eyja Guldsmeden, Brautarholt 10
First Hotel Kópavogur, Hlíðasmári 5
Fosshotel Barón, Barónsstígur 2-4
Fosshotel Lind, Rauðarárstígur 18
Fosshótel Rauðará, Rauðarárstíg 37
Fosshotel Reykjavik, Þórunnartún 1 (Pick up at Bus stop #12)
Galaxy Pod Hostel, Laugavegur 172
Gestinn Guesthouse, Njarðargata 29 (Pick up at Bus Stop #8 – Hallgrimskirkja)
Grand Hotel Reykjavik, Sigtún 38
Grettisborg Apartments, Grettisgata 53b (Pick up at Bus Stop #11 – Austurbær)
Grettisgata Apartments, Grettisgata 43 (Pick up at Bus Stop #11 – Austurbær)
Guesthouse 101, Laugavegur 101 (Pick up at Bus Stop #10 – Laugavegur 105)
Guesthouse Alba, Eskihlíð 3
Guesthouse Anna, Smáragata 16 (Pick up at BSÍ Bus Terminal)
Guesthouse Aurora, Freyjugata 24 (Pick up at Bus Stop #8 – Hallgrimskirkja)
Guesthouse Baldursbrá, Laufásvegur 41 (Pick up at BSÍ Bus Terminal)
Guesthouse Borgartún, Borgartún 34
Guesthouse Galtafell, Laufásvegur 46 (Pick up at BSÍ Bus Terminal)
Guesthouse Odinn, Ódinsgata 9 (Pick up at Bus Stop #8 – Hallgrimskirkja)
Guesthouse Pávi, Brautarholt 4
Guesthouse Snorri, Snorrabraut 61
Guesthouse Sunna (Pick up at Bus Stop #8 – Hallgrimskirkja)
Hilton Reykjavik Nordica, Suðurlandsbraut 2
Hlemmur Square, Laugavegur 105
Hostel B47, Barónsstígur 47 (Pick up at Bus Stop #8 – Hallgrimskirkja)
Hotel Borg, Pósthússtræti 11 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata)
Hotel Frón, Laugavegur 22A (Pick up at Bus Stop #14 – Skúlagata*)
Hótel Hilda, Bárugata 11 (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Hotel Holt, Bergstaðastræti 37 (Pick up at BSÍ Bus Terminal)
Hótel Ísland, Ármúli 9
Hotel Klettur, Mjölnisholt 12-14
Hotel Leifur Eiríksson, Skólavörðustígur 45 (Pick up at Bus Stop #8 – Hallgrimskirkja)
Hótel Lótus, Álftamýri 7
Hotel Metropolitan, Ránargata 4A (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Hotel Örkin, Brautarholt 29
Hótel Óðinsvé, Þórsgata 1 (Pick up at Bus Stop #8 – Hallgrimskirkja)
Hótel Reykjavík Centrum, Adalstræti 16 (Pick up at Bus Stop #1 – City Hall)
Hótel Skuggi, Hverfisgata 103 (Pick up at Bus Stop #10 – Laugavegur 105)
Hótel Smári, Hlíðasmári 13
Hótel Vellir, Tjarnarvellir 3
Hotel Viking, Strandgata 55
House of the Spirits, Garðastræti 8 (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Iceland Comfort Apartment, Hamraborg 7
Icelandair Hotel Reykjavík Marina
Icelandair Hotel Reykjavík Natura
Igdlo Guesthouse, Gunnarsbraut 46
Ion City Hotel, Laugavegur 28 (Pick up at Bus Stop #14 – Skúlagata*)
Kex Hostel, Skúlagata 28
Kvosin Downtown Hotel (Pick up at Bus Stop #1 – City Hall)
Laugabjarg Guesthouse, Sundlaugavegur 37
Loft Hostel, Bankastræti 7 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 -Lækjargata*)
Loki 101 Guesthouse, Lokastígur 24a (Pick up at Bus Stop #8 – Hallgrimskirkja)
Luna Apartments, Amtmannsstígur 5 (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Luna Apartments, Baldursgata 36 (Pick up at Bus Stop #8 – Hallgrimskirkja)
Luna Apartments, Klapparstígur 1
Luna Apartments, Laufásvegur 6 (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Luna Apartments, Miðstræti 4 (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Luna Apartments, Skólavörðustígur 19 (Pick up at Bus Stop #8 – Hallgrimskirkja)
Luna Apartments, Spítalastígur 1 (Pick up at Bus Stop #2 – The Pond)
Lækur Hostel, Laugarnesvegur 74a
Mjódd – by Olis Gas Station
Norðurey – Reykjavik Road, Reykjavikurvegur 72
Norðurey Hotel – City Garden, Hrísateigur 14
Oddsson Hotel, Grensásvegur 16a
OK Hotel, Laugavegur 74 (Pick up at Bus Stop #10 – Laugavegur 105)
Own transfer
Radisson Blu 1919, Pósthússtræti 2 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – The Pond)
Radisson Blu Hotel Saga, Hagatorg
REY Apartments, Grettisgata 2A (Pick up at Bus Stop #14 – Skúlagata*)
Reykjavik City HI Hostel, Sundlaugavegur 34
Reykjavik Downtown Hostel, Vesturgata 17 (Pick up at Bus Stop #1 – City Hall)
Reykjavik Hostel Village, Flókagata 1
Reykjavík Konsulat Hotel, Hafnarstræti 17-19 (Pick up Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata)
Reykjavik Lights Hotel, Suðurlandsbraut 16
Reykjavik Residence Hotel, Hverfisgata 45 (Pick up at Bus Stop #14 – Skúlagata*)
Reykjavik Residence Suites, Hverfisgata 21 (Pick up at Bus Stop #14 – Skúlagata*)
Reykjavik Terminal (AirportDirect), Skógarhlíð 10
Reykjavik4you Apartments Hotel, Bergstaðastræti 12 (Pick up at Bus Stop #3 – Lækjargata*)
Reykjavik4you Apartments Hotel, Laugavegur 85 (Pickup at Bus Stop #9 – Snorrabraut)
Room with a View, Laugavegur 18 (Pick up at Bus Stop #14 – Skúlagata*)
Route 1 Guesthouse, Bæjarhraun 24
Salvation Army
Sandhotel, Laugavegur 34 (Pick up at Bus Stop #14 – Skúlagata*)
Skarfabakki Harbour
Smáragata Rooms, Smáragata 3
Stay Apartments Einholt, Einholt 2
Stay Apartments Laugavegur, Laugavegur 139 ( Pick up at Bus Stop #10 – Laugavegur 105)
Storm Hótel, Þórunnartún 4 (Pick up at Bus Stop #12 – Höfðatorg)
Swan House, Vatnsstígur 11 (Pick up at Bus Stop #14 – Skúlagata*)
The Capital Inn, Suðurhlíð 35d
Tower Suites Reykjavík, Katrínartún 2 (Pick up at Bus Stop #12 – Höfðatorg)
Travel Inn, Sóleyjargata 31 (Pick up at BSÍ Bus Terminal)
Trip ehf, Laugavegur 54 (Pick up at Bus Stop #10 – Laugavegur 105)