Watching over the herd on our Thórsmörk tour - photo by Louisalilja advantage the Icelandic breed has over other breeds. The horses are very gracious when tölting, and it is so amazing to watch how the rider stays perfectly still when the horse is tölting. Our tours Because Íslandshestar provides a great range of tours, each with unique features about them, all riders should be able to find an ideal tour to go on, Gestur explains. 102
Herding along free running horses is the traditional way of travelling in Iceland. On many multi-day itineraries, you will find yourself riding alongside a herd of loose horses. It is a thrill to see such a spectacle, but it is also entirely practical. Riders can change mounts often, ensuring the horses are well-rested and therefore eager to get going. Each horse has a different personality, and it can be fun to get to know
