This tour provides the chance to witness spectacular sceneries and a variety of Icelandic nature. We will start our journey by riding along the Reykjafjall mountain and then through a peaceful forest to the vibrant geothermal valley with steamy hot springs, an area that expanded after an earthquake in 2008. As we head to the Hengill volcano, we can try the "tölt," a gait exclusive to the Icelandic horse. We make our way across the Djúpagilsfoss waterfall and some hot springs until we get to the Reykjadalur valley, where we can take a refreshing dip in a warm stream. The ride down the valley offers stunning views of Hveragerdi, the countryside, and the Westman Islands if the weather permits. Lastly, we head back to the farm and enjoy coffee and homemade cake. Don't forget to bring your swimsuit and towel!

The tour requires that all participants are in good physical shape and able to mount a horse on their own. We will be riding at a "tölt" speed (the speed of trot) for most of the journey. We will also need to hike for approximately 15 minutes, up to 45 minutes depending on weather conditions and trail maintenance. If the weather does not permit us to go into the mountains, we will adjust the tour accordingly. Please note that there are no changing rooms in the valley.

The tour will last 5-6 hours, with various stops and a chance to dip in the warm geothermal river. We will cover around 19 km of riding and provide a lunchbox consisting of a sandwich, cookies, and a water bottle.

Embark on an adventure in the great outdoors with our horse riding and hot springs tour. Start at our farm Vellir for a 1.5 to 2-hour ride through meadows and lava fields, followed by a light lunch at Hótel Eldhestar. After lunch, take a 5-minute drive to hike the beautiful geothermal valley of Reykjadalur, passing the waterfall Djúpagilsfoss and hot springs, and have the opportunity to take a relaxing bath in a warm river. Enjoy panoramic views of volcanic mountains, Hveragerði village, and the coastline, with a chance to see the Westman Islands. The tour concludes with a coffee and cake at Eldhestar riding center.

On this tour, we will take a journey through meadows, lava fields, and a small river, admiring the volcanic mountains and farmland. Along the way, we will get a glimpse into the evolution of agriculture by visiting various farms. On top of that, we will be able to experience the unique gait of the Icelandic horse, the "tölt," on the lovely riding trails. We invite you to have coffee and home-baked cake to finish the tour.

Elves are important creatures in Iceland. They get to decide where roads can go, and houses can be built. On this tour we see some places populated by these special creatures, the “hidden people”, but as they are hidden, we will not actually meet them! So, depending on where the horses felt their presence last time, you will ride on one of two paths.

We will either pass the small cleft Alfakví and the old sheep’s house that cannot be removed without serious consequences. Some elves are musical; Skjólklettur is the place of the elves’ church, where singing has been heard. On our way to the elfin hill, Einbui, populated by friendly and sometimes singing elves, we also experience excellent riding trails for trying the special, smooth gait of the Icelandic horse, “tölt”.

Or ride through hummocks meadows and lava fields where they believe to live. If your horse reacts when passing by, then an elf might be close by.

When crossing the small warm river Varmá, look out for Nykur, the Icelandic version of a water spirit.

After returning to our hotel, a light lunch will be served.

On this day tour, we explore the stunning scenery between the volcanic mountains and the Atlantic Ocean in southern Iceland. We start by riding on pleasant trails across our meadows, perfect for trying the unique gait of the Icelandic horse, "tölt." We follow the river Gljúfurá to an old cemetery near the mighty glacial river Ölusá, where we can take in the spectacular view of the river delta and the famous volcanoes Hekla and Eyjafjallajökull, depending on the weather. We then travel along a grassy path to the soft, black lava sand on the river banks and through shallow water to the lush island of Lambey. Along the way, we have the chance to spot various types of birds living in the wetlands of the nearby bird sanctuary. We stop for a lunch break outdoors before continuing through farmland to Mount Ingólfsfjall, a table mountain named after the first settler of Iceland, Ingólfur Arnarson. We take an old Viking path along the mountain Reykjafjall, where sheep and horses graze in the summer. On our way back to our farm Vellir, we have a great view of the surrounding area and the village of Hveragerði. When we return to our farm, coffee and home-baked cake await us.

We may slightly alter the tour during the winter season. We ride down to the river banks and then return to our hotel for steaming bowls of traditional Icelandic meat soup before continuing our ride toward the mountains.

On the horse riding tour by hot springs, you'll have the opportunity to take in a range of landscapes. The ride begins on well-maintained trails that take you up a hill, through a green forest (a rare sight in Iceland), and along the mountain Reykjafjall. You'll pass many hot springs in the impressive and colorful geothermal area above the village of Hveragerði, also known as the "hot spring capital of the world." This region underwent significant expansion following an earthquake in 2008 and is constantly changing. The route also goes through volcanic hills above the village, which boasts a beautiful location between the volcano Hengill and the vast plains of the southern lowlands. You'll have a nice view of the Varmá river (called the "warm river" because geothermal water flows through it) and green valleys with rising steam in the distance.