Reykjavik · ICELANDIC HORSE RIDING TOURS
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Out of 24 icelandic horse riding tours on this site, these 15 are the ones to book. Prices, durations and standout details sit below, so you can pick in five minutes and get back to watching the forecast.
Ride Icelandic horses through red lava fields from Reykjavik. 2.5 hours, beginner-friendly with pickup, helmets, rainwear, and tea/coffee.
“Everything about the tour was amazing. The horses were pleasant and followed directions. only thing is I wish there was more time to take pictures of the landscape. They did stop once and took a group picture which was nice.”
Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavik with warm gear, helmet and boots, optional pickup, and the smooth tölt gait.
“First time riding today on the horses- I had Sammy and my partner had Freya. The staff were very nice and made me feel calm on the horse. I really enjoyed the morning and felt it was an appropriate tour to do in Iceland. Would recommend.”
Icelandic horseback riding with Reykjavik pickup, smooth tölt gait, ability-based groups, and warm drinks after a scenic 2-hour ride.
“The ride was quite nice and we were able to ride fast as well! The family loved the opportunity to get back on a horse. It was fun for me as well as I haven’t been on a horse in 50 years. Everything comes back quickly though!”
Reykjavik hotel pickup and 3.5-hour horseback ride with Icelandic horses at Laxnes Horse Farm. Gear included, warm drinks after.
“Great guides, amazing views, friendly horses! You won't be disappointed. The place has a long history, lots to see and hear about.”
Ride calm Icelandic horses through red lava near Reykjavík, with rain/winter gear, route options, and a tolt gait taste—beginner-friendly.
“The tour guides were knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. We had a range from tipping adults to old and the ride was well suited for all ages. Beautiful view. Would love to come back and do it again in the summer.”
Calm horseback ride near Reykjavik, small-group and beginner-friendly, with Tölt training, lava scenery at Rauðhólar, and hot tea after.
“We had only one other couple in our group, so it was almost a private tour! Though the weather was foul (hey, March in Iceland!) we still had a super fun time with Viking Horses. Sweet horses, friendly staff, highly recommend!”
Viking-style Icelandic horse ride plus Golden Circle stops from Reykjavik: Thingvellir, Geysir, Gullfoss, Strokkur with pickup included.
“Of course the horseback ride. The farm was professional and well managed. Horses were well broken and not “soured”. The bus trip took my sister and me to beautiful and interesting places. Would love to go on this tour again”
Ride Iceland’s purebred horses through Reykjadalur’s hot-spring valley, learn the tölt gait, and stay comfy with gear and tea.
“Great experience we really enjoyed ourselves lovely horses and beautiful scenery and the guides were really friendly and knowledgeable. If winter put lots of layers on when you think k you have enough add a few more as soooo cold.”
Ride Icelandic horses near Reykjavik for 2 hours, practice tölt, and see Redhill’s glacier- and volcano-carved terrain in a small group.
“Very professional, they really know their stuff and the horses are well looked after.”
Morning Icelandic horse ride plus Golden Circle stops at Þingvellir, Gullfoss and Geysir. Lunch, guide, and comfort bus.
“It was raining all day but everything went perfect! Scenery was fantastic. Rain didn’t bother at all when I wore goretex. Loved the horseback riding. Very nice stable. Got to eat soup there before the golden circle tour. The guide Darren was fantastic. Recommended food and what to see. It was only an express tour but got to see everything with Darren’s excellent tips.”
Ride Icelandic horses through mossy lava fields near Reykjavik. 50 minutes of beginner-friendly views, gear included, English guide.
“The ride was a trip highlight for me! It was so amazing. The staff were so great and accommodating! If I could give more stars I would. A lovely experience that I would definitely recommend!”
Private Icelandic horse ride on Mt. Úlfarsfell near Reykjavík: smooth tolt, private guide, views, and light refreshments in English.
“The guide was nothing short of spectacular. Me, my husband and 12 year old daughter were first time riders however within minutes she had us at ease. The countryside was beautiful and the foliage was breathtaking. I would highly recommend this tour”
Ride an Icelandic horse near Reykjavík, then head out on a bus Golden Circle day to Thingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss.
“Love it and I will definitely come back again 😊”
Small-group Icelandic horse ride plus high-speed whale cruise from Reykjavik. Gear, warm suits, Wi‑Fi, and a free return if no sightings.
“We actually saw 2 Humpback whales breach - so that was awesome. Riding the Icelandic Horses was a unique experience and I’m glad we went.”
Private horseback riding to Lake Hafravatn from Mos near Reykjavík, with beginner-friendly coaching, tolt practice, and well-cared-for Icelandic horses.
“This was an amazing experience, the guide is very cool and very interesting : she answered all our questions about icelandic horses. We booked this riding for 2, we tölt a lot in beautiful landscape. The horses look very happy, they live on big fields. She really take care of them. If come again in Iceland, I will do it again for sure!!”
