Relax and Ride Retreat
Tour features
Date
May 11–17, 2027
June 1-7, 2027
Highlights
Daily lessons, trail rides, and an optional full-day ride. Hestaland Guesthouse. Full board meals. Krauma Geothermal Spa. Customizable schedule.
Imagine a week where each day is yours to shape—whether you want to deepen your riding skills, tolt through West Iceland’s extensive, wide-open trails, or simply savor quiet moments in the countryside. At Hestaland, you set the pace.
- Learn & improve: Take lessons with expert trainers Guðmar or Vibeke.
- Explore & connect: Ride through the stunning landscapes of West Iceland, from peaceful and scenic trails to rugged, lava rock hills.
- Blend both worlds: Combine lessons and trail rides to create the balance that feels right for you.
- Go big: On one of the last two days, you’ll have the option of packing a lunch and setting off on full-day riding adventures.
After each day, return to our cozy accommodations, delicious home-cooked meals (with wine & beer included), and the warmth of a small group atmosphere.
Who it’s for
This retreat is perfect for both:
- Serious students looking to enhance their riding skills.
- Trail riders eager to experience the Icelandic horse and stunning landscapes — and unwind in the evenings.
- Perfect for mixed-ability groups: Each rider can customize their week around their riding level, goals, and preferred pace, with lessons and trail rides grouped by ability.
- Ground transportation in Iceland (pick-up/drop-off at BSI Bus Terminal, Reykjavik)
- Daily lessons, trail rides, and optional full-day rides
- 6 nights in our countryside guesthouse (double occupancy)
- All meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with wine & beer
- Visit to Krauma Geothermal Spa
- Expert guides & professional trainers
- Well-trained horses & high-quality tack
- Customizable schedule tailored to your pace
SAMPLE ITINERARY
(Subject to change due to weather & other contingencies. Remember, “Þetta reddast! (It will all work out.)
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10:30 Meet at BSI Bus Terminal for transfer to Hestaland, stop at Astund tack store on the way
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12:30 Arrive at Hestaland in time for lunch
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2:00 Afternoon kick-off lesson or trail ride
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6:00 Dinner
- 7:00-9:00 Breakfast buffet
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9:00-12:00 Lesson or trail ride
- 12:00 Lunch
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2:00 Lesson or trail ride
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6:00 Dinner
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7:00-9:00 Breakfast buffet
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Pack a lunch at breakfast for a full-day (4-5 hour) ride, with the goal of a beach ride on the final full day (we have to work with the tides here!) If you prefer to stay back on the farm and continue with lessons or trail rides, that’s more than ok!
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6:00 Dinner
- 7:00-9:00 Breakfast buffet
- 10:30 Depart Hestaland for BSI Bus Terminal
Price – $4,850 USD (airfare and travel insurance not included).
Retreat takes place on the following dates:
- May 11–17, 2027
- June 1-7, 2027
Limited to 14 guests. Spots fill quickly, email info@hestaland.net to place a 50% deposit and reserve your spot!
Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off
Ground transportation in Iceland, including pick-up and drop-off at BSI Bus Terminal in Reykjavik
Accomodation
Hestaland Guesthouse
Accommodation at Hestaland Guesthouse based on double occupancy with private bathrooms and hot tub access
Location
West Iceland Countryside
Hestaland is located in West Iceland where you will be riding in the beautiful countryside in the Borgarfjordur area.