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A bit more demanding and going deeper into the countryside. Generally speaking the longer the tour the more demanding it is. Don't be confused by the term Cross Country. Icelanders don't do English style Cross Country riding over a course set up with jumps. The Icelandic tradition is to ride with your herd of horses from hut to hut - thus the cross country description. They're a great way to really experience how and why the Icelandic horse is as it is - they need that stamina, energy, temperment, and most of all, that tolt, to cover this rugged landscape! Some of these tours are set up as circle tours where one returns to the starting point. Some go more or less straight in one direction and then the outfitter brings the riders back to the starting point - while the horses get ready for the next ride. All Horses North prices include round-trip air fare with fuel surcharges and departure taxes from New York, Boston, Baltimore, Minneapolis and Orlando. Seattle is NOW also available -. (Toronto, Halifax and Europe travel is also available.) Also included are airport transfers, any accommodations needed before or after your ride. Many tours include pre and/or post tour nights in Reykjavik. Each itinerary spells out what is and isn't included. Fascination of the North Riding from a northern fjord and up through valleys formed by roaring rivers and ringed with snow topped mountains. One of the objectives is the Lake Myvatn, considered the lushest biological environment on or near the Arctic Circle. Trail of Hope The tidal lake Hóp in North Central Iceland is the focal point for this farm guest house tour combining a bit of comfort and a bit of the wild. Around the Lake Lake Thingvallavatn, the plains and geological wonders of Thingvellir and the deep history awash in these regions, combined with nice variations in the riding trails and scenery add up to great riding opportunities and experiences. Horse and Sheep Roundups Few traditions in the world of horses go back as far as the Icelandic traditions of rounding up the herds of sheep and horses in the fall. Well developed riding skills are called into play during these tours as participants search out and guide sheep or horses down from the rugged hills and valleys. Thorsmork: One of the best rides in the country, through one of Iceland's most spectacular parks, along and through glacial torrents, into deep green canyons and forests, under the watchful eye of three glaciers! Ride with a herd of horses, stay in mountain huts, farm guesthouses, some with hot pools. There's lots to be seen, and a chance to try many horses, during 120 km of riding. Golden Circle: Enjoy 8 days through southern Iceland's natural and historical highlights. It's the longer version of the Geysir - Gullfoss Special listed -you'll see a bit more of the land and get more riding! You'll travel at a relaxed pace, through some of Iceland's most well known sights. Accommodations are comfy too - made up beds in comfortable guesthouses, with hot pots for the end of the day. Tour starts in Iceland on Saturday, 8 days Elves and Trolls: Explore the beautiful northern fjords and valleys, with a glimpse into Iceland's history and culture. This is a fun, not-too-hard 8 day ride that starts from a lovely northern farm and ends with several days on a peninsula in the Arctic Circle full of sheep, elves and trolls.From Saturday to Saturday, 8 days Landmannalaugur: A uniquely colorful part of the southern highland, Landmannalaugar is a wild desert of stone, Rhyolite and lava. You'll ride past Mt. Einhyrningur, across the Markafljot river, know from Njals Saga, and then onto the long sandy plain and into the multi colored mountains of Landmannalaugar. This 9 day ride has mountains, black lava fields, mighty glacier fed rivers, and vast natural hot pools. Great trails, dramatic scenery and traditional hospitality! 9 days Golden Highlights of the South An 8 day ride through some of the the most beloved sights in Iceland - Thingvellir, Gullfoss and Geysir. Ride with the herd, through a lot of different kinds of scenery, a few long days, but great fun - real Iceland! for experienced riders. 8 days |
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