Iceland Horses, Hiking, Hot-springs

PLUS: Horse connection, Yoga, Waterfalls and more!!

“Experience the enchantment of Iceland with 5 days of incredible riding PLUS gentle horse connection and equine-assisted coaching, all while finding your inner zen with Yoga/Qigong alongside a herd of Icelandic horses. Two get the magic started we will start with 2 days of awe-inspiring adventures at the Snæfellsnes peninsula: hiking to waterfalls.

What to Expect:

5 days of riding for all abilities (some horse experience is preferred) and a unique opportunity to connect with yourself, nature and your horses on a deep level. Plus 2 days of hiking the Icelandic countryside. Led by Colleen Cannon.

Highlights:

• 5 nights lodging at  Breiðabólsstaður farm with healthy, organic food and 4 to 5 days of guided horseback rides
• 2 nights at Airbnb on Snæfellsnes peninsula
• 4 and a half days of HORSES~HORSES~HORSES! (We will ride for 2 to 4 hours each day depending on your ability), plus Guided Equine Awareness sessions, IFS Internal Family Systems coach, Yoga and Healing with the horses.
• July 15: going to Kirsuberjatréð Vesturgötu 4 www.kirs.is. Arndís Jóhannsdóttir, is the owner of this magnificent hidden jewel in Reykjavik. This is a co-op of 11 female artists which handmade amazing local arts and crafts
• Sky Lagoon on July 15th, (extra cost)
• Hike and explore the Snæfellsnes peninsula
• Daily relaxation practices including yoga for centered riding, meditation, and Qigong, designed to relax and empower each day for the horse riding and hiking
• Last morning magical soak experience with Unnar who invented the FLOAT experience.
• Krauma Hot Spring and Spa which is next to our guesthouse for soaking *extra fee
• Hvammsvik Hot Spring. Hvammsvik.com *extra fee
• Visit the highest-flow hot spring Europe: Deildartunguhver
• Tour of Reykholt where we will visit Borgarfjörður, which is a museum, rich in the culture and history of the sagas, music, geology, and the life story of Snorri Sturluson that lived in the valley near our farm
• An evening of sound meditation
• Honoring our fairy friends with Bjork who will guide us in a mystical experience with the other worldly beings.
• Amazing locally sourced meals and cooking class with Beta, our culinary expert for the week at Breiðabólsstaður farm. All food will be made with local Icelandic ingredients and medicinal herbs. Beta prepares delicious food at every meal with sack lunches for our horse rides. She will even teach us how to bake the BEST BREAD ON EARTH!
• Transportation during the week. Pick up in Reykjavik on July 16 and Drop off in Reykjavík on July 23rd 
• Lifelong friendships and unforgettable experiences
• Professional instruction and guidance

Included in the Price:

5 days at the at the charming Breiðabólsstaður farm guesthouse owned by Oli Flossa and his wife Betta, with breathtaking views, healthy food and horses right out our window.

2 days of hiking at the Snæfellsnes peninsula.  

What is not included in the price:

• 4 lunches, and 2 dinners.
• Entry in to the Pools and Hot Springs after every ride, and entry into Krauma Hot Spring and Hvammersvik hot spring 
• Entry into the Sky Lagoon on July 15 before the retreat starts
• lodging on July 15 in the town of Reykjavík, the night before the retreat starts
• Tips for guides and drivers
• Airfare
• Transportation to Reykjavik. There is the Flybus available. Transportation back to the airport on the 23rd

What are the accommodations?

5 nights at Breiðabólsstaður farm

Breiðabólsstaður farm will be our home near Snaefellsnes for our horseback riding adventures. Family owned and operated, this is a great place for us to experience the local culture! We are staying on this farm with Oli and Beta. We will overtake the whole place and we get to be immersed in Icelandic home culture. The best part is that Beta is an amazing chef and will lead us in a cooking class prepared with fresh medicinal herbs and veggies from her garden.

2 nights at 2 Airbnb’s on Snæfellsnes peninsula .  

What airport do I fly in to?

Reykjavik, Iceland (KEF), KEF stands for Keflavik which is about 30 minutes south of Reykjavik

July 16: 9:00 am: Pick up at the City Center in Reykjavik
July 23: We will enjoy the last soak on our way to Reykjavík and get back to the airport by 1:30 PM.

Travel Options:

 You will fly into Kelflavik International Airport KEF. Please arrange to arrive on July 15 in the morning, we will walk around that day and go to the Sky Lagoon at 5pm (price not included).  

The retreat will formally begin on July 16 at 9:00 am, we will leave at 9 am for our journey to the famous snæfellsnes peninsula for incredible hiking and waterfalls

Shuttle service to and from the airport:

There is a shuttle service that runs to and from the airport to most hotels and guesthouses at a cost of ~$39 one way. You can book online here: www.re.is/flybus. If you don’t see your hotel you will need to contact your hotel and ask them if they can assist you in finding the nearest drop location.

On our final day:
The retreat will conclude after breakfast on July 23

We will have a van to take us to Reykjavík, and we can arrange a last Hot Spring float and departure to the airport. Or other options:

• Stay an extra night in Reykjavik and fly out on the 24
• We we’ll get to the airport by 1:30 PM on July 23
• In Keflavik you need 3 hours before your flight departs.

Important to note that we pick up and drop off in Reykjavik.

Payment Policy

To secure your spot on a retreat, a non-refundable deposit is required:

• $500 for domestic retreats
• $1,000 for international retreats

Single room reservations may require an additional $200 deposit. Reservations cannot be held without a deposit.

Full payment is due 90 days prior to the retreat. If payment is not received by this deadline, you may lose your reservation. For bookings made within 90 days of the retreat, payment in full is required at the time of registration.

Payment Options:

• Avoid fees by paying via check or Zelle.  
• Payments via PayPal or Stripe incur a 4% processing fee.  

Cancellation Policy

• 91+ days before the retreat: Refund of payments (minus your deposit).
• 90 or fewer days before the retreat: Payments are non-refundable.

Women’s Quest reserves the right to cancel retreats with insufficient participant interest. In such cases, all payments will be refunded; however, Women’s Quest is not responsible for personal expenses, such as airline tickets, due to schedule changes or cancellations.

Travel Insurance

We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment in case unforeseen circumstances prevent you from attending or completing the retreat.

Travel insurance is particularly important in the event you:

• Need to cancel due to illness or injury (including testing positive for COVID-19).
• Require medical care during the retreat.
• Face trip interruptions, delays, or unexpected quarantine requirements.

We suggest a policy that covers:

• Trip cancellation and interruption
• Medical expenses
• Quarantine costs

For maximum flexibility, consider a “Cancel For Any Reason” (CFAR) policy, which provides additional peace of mind. While this type of coverage is more expensive, it offers the most protection for unforeseen changes.

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Before purchasing any policy, consult a travel insurance agent to ensure it meets your coverage expectations.Are you ready to join Women’s Quest on our Icelandic horseback riding retreat? Sign up today!