The 3 Workshops in Iceland Worth the Króna

1.Private Golden Circle tour in a premium class car.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 6 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $599Our pick

Travel from Reykjavik in a private, air-conditioned car with Wi-Fi and an English-speaking guide. The route can include Kerid Crater, Gullfoss, Geysir, Þingvellir, and quieter stops such as Faxafoss and Bruarfoss. Guides named in past tours include Sergey, George, Simon, and Lilya, though your guide may differ. Lunch is extra.

“Worth every penny. Eductional, fun. Great. I hope you get Simon. Enjoyed the entire day. We love viator”

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2.Borgarnes: Horseback Riding Tour with Prep Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 28 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $109Best value

At Hestaland, about 15 minutes from Borgarnes, you’ll meet your Icelandic horse, practise in a large indoor arena, then ride out with a guide for 1.5 hours total. The small-group outing suits beginners, and guides speak English, Icelandic, German, or Danish. Private rides are also available.

“Es war ein tolles Erlebnis, auch für meine Familie, die gar keine Erfahrung mit Pferden hat. Es wurde sehr darauf geachtet, dass auch Anfänger Spaß an dem Ausritt hatten. Ich hatte den Eindruck, dass mein Pferd lahmte. Ich würde es toll finden, wenn darauf mehr geachtet würde, dass es den Pferden gesundheitlich gut geht. Nur als Hinweis, kein Bewertungskriterium.”

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3.Icelandic Cooking Class in Downtown Reykjavik with Musical Hosts

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $314

Spend about four hours cooking with Iris and Nonni in their Reykjavik home. Prepare two Icelandic dishes, then sit down to eat with local drinks. Choose lunch or dinner, and add a market visit to learn about local produce. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available with advance notice.

“My adult sons and I participated in this cooking experience. We had a wonderful time - shopping locally, helping with the food prep, and then enjoying a great and diverse meal. Iris was a perfect hostess. She even purchased fermented shark for us to try. That was an experience. Iris provided a very relaxed as well as educational experience for us. I would definitely recommend!”

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