RETREAT · ALL LEVELS

Relax & Ride
Retreat

A week where each day is yours to shape with lessons, trail rides, full-day adventures, and quiet moments in the West Iceland countryside. You set the pace.

FROM

$4,850 USD

DURATION

7 Days / 6 Nights

SKILL LEVEL

All levels welcome

PACE

Customizable schedule

GROUP SIZE

Max 14 guests

About this Retreat

Imagine a week where each day is yours to shape — whether you want to deepen your riding skills, tölt 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: In the last three 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 is this retreat for?

This retreat is perfect for both:

Serious students

Riders looking to enhance their skills with daily lessons from internationally experienced trainers.

Trail riders

Riders eager to experience the Icelandic horse and stunning landscapes — and unwind in the evenings.

Sample Itinerary

Subject to change due to weather & other contingencies. Remember: “Þetta reddast!” (It will all work out.)

Day 1: Arrival Day

10:30: Meet at BSI Bus Terminal for transfer to Hestaland, with a stop at the Ástund tack store on the way.

12:30: Arrive at Hestaland in time for lunch.

14:00: Afternoon kick-off lesson or trail ride.

18:00: Dinner at the guesthouse.

7:00–9:00: Breakfast buffet.

9:00–12:00: Morning lesson or trail ride.

12:00: Lunch.

14:00: Afternoon lesson or trail ride.

18:00: Dinner. You choose the blend of instruction and riding that suits you.

7:00–9:00: Breakfast buffet. 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.

18:00: Dinner.

7:00–9:00: Breakfast buffet.

10:30: Depart Hestaland for BSI Bus Terminal in Reykjavík.

What’s Included

  • Ground transportation in Iceland (pick-up/drop-off at BSI Terminal, Reykjavík)
  • Daily lessons, trail rides, and optional full-day rides
  • 6 nights in our countryside guesthouse (double occupancy, private bathrooms, hot tub access)
  • 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

What’s Not Included

  • International flights to/from Iceland
  • Travel & health insurance (strongly advised)

PRICE

$4,850 USD / person

Airfare and travel insurance not included.

Dates 2027

May 11–17AVAILABLE

June 1-7 SOLD OUT

 

Limited to 14 guests. A 50% deposit secures your spot once confirmed.

Have questions?

Not sure if this is the right retreat for you? Contact us directly.

info@hestaland.net