6 Workshops in Iceland Worth the Daylight

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

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

Private Golden Circle tour from Reykjavik in an air-conditioned premium car, with Wi-Fi, included entrances, and quieter stops.

“Sergey, our guide, was very informative and had planned a great itinerary. The day included a combination of sightseeing, walking, and a short hike to the Gullfoss. We even made a short stop to pet some Icelandic horses. Highly recommend. This was way nicer than the typical cruise excursion.”

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2.The Wool Monster Workshop – make your own souvenir!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $91Best value

Make your own Wool Monster souvenir in a private 1-hour workshop near Reykjavik, taught in English for families and small groups.

“Great fun for my wife and daughter. Such a unique experience and a super memory of Iceland. Highly recommended to all.”

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3.Borgarnes: Horseback Riding Tour with Prep Lesson

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

Learn horse basics in a large indoor arena, then ride Icelandic countryside on a guided 1.5-hour tour from Borgarnes. Helmet included.

“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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4.Private Icelandic Horseback Ride: Matched to Skill Level

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $210

A private Icelandic horseback ride near Reykjavik, matched to your skill level, with lava-field scenery, friendly trained guides, and included gear.

“Our experience was absolutely amazing from the start till the end. We where filming for a reality TV and had a private tour and everybody was so lovely and professional. We got great horses which fitted well for each and one of us and the staff was amazing. Highly reccomend! 👌❤️”

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5.Blue Lagoon, Included Premium Admission and Private transfer in a new Mercedes Benz V-class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1 reviews · from $1,744

Private Blue Lagoon day trip from Reykjanes with premium entry, Mercedes V-class transfer, welcome drink, masks, and robe and slippers included.

“Five stars! Very convenient pick up from the cruise port with easy-to-spot signage. Our driver was friendly and informative, vehicle was comfortable and clean, and he took care of everything at the Blue Lagoon for us. He gave us the Read more”

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6.Into the Glacier, Hraunfossar & Barnafoss Waterfalls in a new Mercedes V-class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1 reviews · from $2,166

Private Mercedes V-class day trip from Reykjavik to Langjökull ice tunnels, plus Hraunfossar and Barnafoss waterfalls and Deildartunguhver.

“The whole journey was fabulous. Orn was our guide for the day and did an amazing job. He knew just where to take us and a wealth of knowledge. His vehicle was pure luxury, we were so comfortable the entire day.”

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