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Day 1 Sun REYKJAVIK - AKUREYRI - GODAFOSS -
SALTVIK (D)
Domestic morning flight to Akureyri followed by a
bus drive to the Saltvík Farm. On the way we stop at
the majestic Goðafoss waterfall. At Saltvík we meet
horses and guides. We learn about how to treat and
deal with the Icelandic horse before we head off for
Húsavík, a small fishing village, known for whale
watching cruises. Pass the village and ride along
the hill sides of Húsavíkurfjall. Here we witness an
astonishing view over Skjálfandaflói bay towards the
Kinnafjöll mountain range. On the horizon we spot
the island Grímsey which is actually situated on the
Arctic Circle. We finish the riding day at Saltvík
Farm where we enjoy the relaxing warm outdoor tub.
(25 km)
Day 2 Mon SALTVIK - SKOGAR FARM
(B, L, D)
We ascend onto Reykjaheiði
heath where we are overwhelmed by the serenity of
the mountains with no-one around except ourselves
and the horses. Again we enjoy the view of the
mountain range and
the countryside of
Thingeyjarsýsla County before heading for Skógar
Farm in Reykjahverfi. Here our horses rest for the
night and we return to Saltvík Farm. (20 km)
Optional (available at
an extra charge): Whale Watching
At Húsavík harbour a boat is waiting to take us on a
whale watching cruise.
(Price per person Approx. USD 70)
Day 3 Tue SKOGAR - NORDURHLID (B, L,
D)
We leave Skógar heading south over the heath of
Hvammsheiði on excellent mould paths until we reach
the valley Laxárdalur where the Laxá River cascades
through the awesome canyon. We continue descending
through the incredibly beautiful valley Laxárdalur,
with its fairytale gleam given by lava pillars and
beautiful vegetation. We cross Laxá River on a
bridge and ride to Norðurhlíð Farm. Accommodation
again at Saltvík (30 km)
Day 4 Wed NORDURHLID - SALTVIK (B, L,
D)
We cross Laxá River at a good ford and continue to
Hraunsrétt sheepfold. Further ascending to
Hvammsheiði heath we follow smooth riding paths of
mould. From here we descend again, following the
Laxá River to the shore – if we are lucky we will
see whales in the bay not too far from the beach. We
reach Saltvík Farm where we end the riding tour. (25
km)
Photo
credit: Ragnar Sigurdsson
Day 5 Thu DIAMOND CIRCLE _ LAKE MYVATN (B, L)
After breakfast we drive to the National Park in
the canyon of Jökulsárgljúfur. Our first stop is
Ásbyrgi, “The footprints of the eight-legged steed
Sleipnir” from the Norse mythology. On to famous
Dettifoss waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in
Europe. We continue to the Lake of Mývatn, known for
natural beauty, geological wonders and a rich
birdlife. Here we stop at Hverarönd, where mud pools
bubble at every footstep. A visit is made to
Dimmuborgir, a maze created by nature and made of
lava. Our bus takes us now to Akureyri for our
flight back to Reykjavík. We return to Reykjavík at
approx. 19.00 hrs.
Knee-high rubber boots are recommended for this
ride.
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