Norway · HORSES
Good horse riding fill up weeks ahead in season; the great ones go first. Below: the 6 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Enjoy a relaxed 90-minute guided horseback ride in Lofoten from Hov to Hovsund, with Icelandic horses, Viking ruins, and dried-fish sights.
“absolutely magical! highly recommend to everyone regardless if you have any experience with riding a horse.”
Ride calm Norwegian horses on Kvaløya in the Arctic, learn breed and WWII farm stories, and watch for wildlife near the sea.
“Had a lovely time with the beautiful horses and really enjoyed the scenery! Our guide was super sweet and constantly checking in on my mom, asking if she was still okay since she has had a bad experience before and therefore she was a little anxious.. It all went well and we had a good time. We even got video's and pictures afterwards. So, thank you again :)”
Meet Lyngen horses at Tromsø Lyngshest and ride snowy arctic trails 60 minutes, with WWII stories, warm drink, and lefse.
“We booked 3 tours in Tromsø, & this one was by far the most authentic and memorable. Our host was a true Norwegian woman, deeply connected to her family farm and passionately devoted to breeding the rare Lyngen horses. She took care of every detail, patiently showed us how to interact with the horses, and walked alongside us on a long, stunning trail down to the sea and back. What made the experience truly special were the captivating stories she shared from the 1930s onwards, about the region, people, traditions and history. We loved every moment: the ride itself, her storytelling, the breathtaking scenery & the gentle, beautiful horses. She…”
A beginner-friendly 2-hour Alta horseback ride with grooming time, slow-or-fast pace control, helmets, and coffee plus a sweet bite.
“Great experience with the most outstanding scenery and gorgeous ponies. Johnny does a great job, the coffee and cinnamon bun in the little hut half way through was very perfect”
Slow fjord-horse ride near Alta, then a 3-course fire dinner and a chance at northern lights in 3 hours.
“La balade à cheval dans la forêt enneigée, dans la pénombre était une expérience incroyable ! Être au rythme des chevaux, en pleine foret enneigée et au son de la nature était vraiment fantastique ! Et que dire de cette halte sous la cabane où le repas est préparé devant nous, sur un brasero ! de plus Henrick, notre guide a été aux petits soins tout le long de l'activité, tout en nous contant sa région et l'histoire de la ferme! Franchement ce fut un moment suspendu, comme hors du temps!”
Visit Tromsø’s oldest Lyngen horse stud farm, meet mares and stallions, learn local history, and enjoy an optional ride if weather allows.
“Amazing experience and amazing people. It felt like being catapulted in another era, with the beautiful Norvegian landscape of snow and sea, and the wonderful horses (so gentle, patient and well behaved). My girlfriend and I spent a delightful morning, and we will come back here as soon as we return to Norvay.”
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