Where the magic of Iceland unfolds beneath your feet
One of the most intriguing aspects of Iceland is the laid back friendliness of the people, especially in the countryside. Polar Hestar Riding Tours is one of those places, where the warmth and unpretentious hospitality of owners Stefán and Juliane are part and parcel of this ideal farm and country experience of North Iceland.
Grýtubakki Farm
Stefán has been providing friendly and informal riding tours since 1985 right from his home at Grýtubakki Farm, where he has lived for most of his life. You will get a chance to take a look at the more than 100 horses on the farm as well as the 250 sheep that also graze peacefully on the nearby slopes of Kalbakur. More recently in 1994, Stefán was joined by his wife Juliane, who helps him in all aspects of the business – as does their son, Símon, 11, who is an avid horse-lover and up-and-coming farm hand. 
High Season Tours for 2011
Exciting longer tours are the main feature of what Polar Hestar offers, lasting anywhere from 5 to 8 days. Captivating names such as the ‘Ride of the Elves Tour’ where you will learn about elf folklore of the region; ‘Fascinating Northern Iceland Tour’, ‘Autumn Colours and Northern Lights Tour’ and ‘Gods and Saga Tours’ are all popular choices and keep many customers returning again and again.
A Spring and Autumn Tour for families
The perfect solution for the whole family, the ‘Farm Holidays Tour’ caters to those with little riding experience and also gives you a behind the scenes look at life on a typical Northern Icelandic farm. A wonderful and exciting ‘kid friendly’ experience for children of all ages! 
Polar Hestar Riding Tours – where the magic of Iceland unfolds beneath your feet
Pólar Hestar
Stefan and Juliane Grytubakki II 601 Akureyri, Iceland
Tel +354 463 3179 [email protected]
www.polarhestar.is
