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05A - The Hot Springs Tour

9 hours South IcelandEldhestarFree cancellation on most tours

05A - The Hot Springs Tour

05A - The Hot Springs Tour is a 9 hours experience run by Eldhestar in South Iceland, from 32.700 ISK per person. Vistas and Volcanoes This day-long tour offers spectacular views featuring the variety of the magnificent Icelandic nature. In Reykjadalur Valley we will experience hot springs and also take a relaxing bath in a warm stream.

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32.700 ISKfrom, per person · free cancellation on most tours
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Duration
9 hours
Season
All year
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
8 years
Pickup
Available
Region
South Iceland
Travel by
Self-Drive
Operator
Eldhestar

About this tour

Vistas and Volcanoes This day-long tour offers spectacular views featuring the variety of the magnificent Icelandic nature. In Reykjadalur Valley we will experience hot springs and also take a relaxing bath in a warm stream. On our way back to the farm, you can enjoy spectacular panoramas over the surroundings and also the waterfall Djúpagilsfoss. Later on we will have a fantastic view over the village Hveragerði and the Ölfus area, and also all the way down to the coastline, where we might see the Westman Islands, weather permitting. This is a unique opportunity to experience Icelandic nature in all its variety.

Please note: The tour is suitable for all levels of riding experience from beginners to advanced. During booking process, we ask our clients to inform us about their riding experience, which helps us to choose the right horse for everyone. Beginners and experienced riders ride together. We always try to tölt as much as possible, but do not gallop for safety reasons.

What’s included

  • Pick up and drop off, 5-6 hours riding – 19 km, lunch box, coffee and home baked cake after the tour.
  • We provide helmets and rain gear/winter overalls.

What to bring

  • Please wear clothes according to weather and solid shoes. We recommend hiking boots.
  • Bring your swim suit and towel.

Good to know

  • Summer tour! Departures: May 15 – September 15. Pick-up in Reykjavik every day at 8:00 (Please be waiting at the designated pick up location at 8:00). Return to Reykjavík ca. 17:15 Note that pick up from hotels in Hafnarfjörður, Kópavogur and Mosfellsbær is at 7:30 and pick up from Hveragerði and Selfoss is at 8:45. Please double check your booking a day or two before arrival for the pick up location, as they may change without notice. Please note that there are no changing rooms in the valley. This tour is for everyone but participants should be in good physical condition. If the weather does not allow us to go into the mountains, the tour will be changed. Please let us know if there are any dietary needs like if there are allergies or vegetarians.

Photos & videos

05A - The Hot Springs TourPhoto: Eldhestar / map.tourdesk.is
05A - The Hot Springs Tour — photo 2Photo: Eldhestar / map.tourdesk.is
05A - The Hot Springs Tour — photo 3Photo: Eldhestar / map.tourdesk.is
05A - The Hot Springs Tour — photo 4Photo: Eldhestar / map.tourdesk.is
05A - The Hot Springs Tour — photo 5Photo: Eldhestar / map.tourdesk.is

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Where it starts

Vellir

Meeting point: Eldhestar, Vellir, Ölfus

Places on this tour

South Coast

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Frequently
asked
questions

How long is 05A - The Hot Springs Tour?
The tour runs about 9 hours , plus pickup time if you choose hotel pickup.
When does 05A - The Hot Springs Tour operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 32.700 ISK per person. Live pricing and options are on the booking page — no booking fee, and most tours have free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
What is the cancellation policy?
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — participants must be at least 8 years old.
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