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Iceland: in the wake of the northern lights

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Created: Thursday, May 15, 2025
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Keflavik, Iceland
Keflavik, Iceland Keflavik, Iceland
Reykjavik, Iceland
Reykjavik, Iceland Reykjavik, Iceland
Keflavik, Iceland
Keflavik, Iceland Keflavik, Iceland
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Created: Thursday, May 15, 2025
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Iceland: in the wake of the northern lights
Iceland: in the wake of the northern lights
Iceland: in the wake of the northern lights
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Day 1: Reykjavik

ITALY/REYKJAVIK/SKEIÐA (-/-/D)
Winter in Iceland is magical, the atmosphere is soft and the surrounding nature sparkles in the sunlight reflecting off the snow, creating endless rainbows of light. The Northern Lights dance across the night sky. The extreme darkness of the Arctic winter makes Iceland one of the best locations to observe this phenomenon: the name derives from the Roman goddess of dawn, Aurora, and the Greek name for the northern wind, Borea. The Northern Lights are created by particles from the sun released during solar explosions. When these particles interact with the atmosphere within the Earth's magnetic field, energy is released, lighting up the skies and creating a matrix of colors. The Northern Lights occur high above the Earth's surface, where the atmosphere becomes extremely thin, at altitudes of 100-250 km.
You will ride to the most famous places in Iceland, continuing the local tradition with the strong Icelandic horses and their special “tölt” gait. You will visit the Secret Lagoon where you can relax in the mineral-rich waters, then ride along the rivers Þjórsá and Hvítá, and visit the Golden Circle, the main tourist route.
Plan for an independent transfer from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to Reykjavik. The meeting with the guides will take place at 6:00 PM (at the BSI bus station). Transfer by bus to Kálfhóll Farm, where we will meet our guide and the horses. A welcoming dinner and overnight stay.


Day 2: Reykjavik

SKEIÐA (B/L/D)
After breakfast, we will assign the horses and our guides will explain the Icelandic horse and its special “tölt” gait. The day will be an immersion into Icelandic winter, as we ride in a relaxed atmosphere along the mighty Þjórsá river (the longest river in Iceland: 212 km). We will enjoy the southern countryside with impressive views of the mountain ranges, snow-covered pastures, and the distant Hekla volcano. After a magical day in this winter wonderland, we will visit the Secret Lagoon where you can relax in the mineral-rich waters. Dinner will be served at the Kálfhóll farm, followed by an evening walk with the guide in search of the Northern Lights.


Day 3: Reykjavik

SKEIÐA (B/L/D)
We begin the day with a walk through the winter fields at the Kálfhóll farm before lunch. Our journey then takes us to the Hvítá glacial river with its milky water flowing from the glaciers in the highlands. We will ride through lava-covered and mossy terrain and enjoy the surrounding views. After a short break near the river, we will mount our horses again and return through the beautiful countryside to Kálfhóll farm for a delicious dinner. There is nothing better after a wonderful day in the saddle than to relax in the warm hot tub, looking up at the clear sky and hoping the Northern Lights will appear.


Day 4:

SKEIÐA/REYKJAVIK/ITALY (B/L/-)
After breakfast, we will have one last half-day ride along the Þjórsá river. We will admire the breathtaking winter pastures for the final time. After a light lunch, we will say goodbye to the horses and take a bus to visit the Golden Circle: the three most impressive natural sites in southern Iceland. The Golden Circle consists of the Geysir geothermal area, Gullfoss waterfall, and Thingvellir National Park. Geysir is a geothermal area with boiling mud pits and the lively Strokkur geyser, which shoots water 30 meters into the air every few minutes. At Gullfoss, you will have the chance to admire the powerful waterfall and feel the strength of the water as it plunges into the canyon while standing near the cliffs. The final stop is Thingvellir National Park, known for its extraordinary geological phenomena. Since 2004, Thingvellir has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List for its geological uniqueness and historical significance. We will arrive in Reykjavik around 6:00 PM. Consider a flight in the evening or ask us to book a night’s accommodation for you.

Note: The above itinerary is indicative and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions or circumstances beyond our control.

Notes:
(B/L/D): B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner
Difficulty Level: From ° to °°°°°
DURATION: 4 Days / 3 Nights
DIFFICULTY: °°°° (INTERMEDIATE)
ACCOMMODATION: Traditional farm
EQUIPMENT: Icelandic saddle and tack with saddlebags
HORSES: Icelandic horses, the original “Viking” horse, known since the 19th century, whose cooperation allowed humans to settle this territory. This breed has unique characteristics, such as its medium size, long thick mane, and its special “tölt” gait, which is very fast. Despite its wild spirit, due to still living in the wild today, this horse is able to establish a unique friendship and bond with its rider.
RIDE TIME: 3-4 hours in the saddle. Moderate paces with long trots (tölt). We will cover about 15 km per day.
WHAT TO BRING: Consider warm, thermal, and waterproof clothing. Temperatures can be very cold. If you don’t have them, you can borrow a helmet and a thermal suit. It is important that your riding clothes are clean to avoid introducing diseases to the local endemic horses.
TYPE: Equestrian stay with overnight accommodation at a farm
ACCOMMODATION:
3 nights at Kálfhóll Farm, where the family is known for their great hospitality. The farm is located in the beautiful Skeiða and Hrunamannahreppi county. Surrounded by stunning countryside, it offers a hot water hot tub. Single rooms are not available; most accommodations have shared facilities.
Varied local cuisine, with the main dishes based on lamb or fish. A vegetarian menu can be prepared if notified in advance.

Guaranteed shared departure dates, minimum 1 person departing from Italy:
From 25/02 to 28/02
From 04/03 to 07/03
From 11/03 to 14/03
From 18/03 to 21/03
From 25/03 to 28/03
From 07/10 to 10/10
From 14/10 to 17/10
From 21/10 to 24/10
From 28/10 to 31/10
From 04/11 to 07/11
From 11/11 to 14/11
From 18/11 to 21/11
From 25/11 to 28/11
From 02/12 to 05/12
From 09/12 to 12/12

PARTICIPANTS: MIN 2 MAX 16

Additional Information:
Supplement for hotel upgrade for nights 1 and 2 in a double room > price per person 200€
Supplement for hotel upgrade for nights 1 and 2 in a single room > price per person 200€

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2 Adults
Nights 3
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Destinations 2
Accommodations 1
Tours 1
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Guide languages
English
Included
All meals as scheduled
Inland transfers to reach the place of overnight stay
Support means
3 overnight stays on the farm
3 days on horseback (3-4 hours per day)
Entrances to points of interest
Horses and equipment available
English-speaking expert guide of the area
Medical baggage insurance
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Intercontinental flights to/from Reykjavik
Transfers to/from the airport
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- Kálfhóll Farm
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