I know it's hard on Sunday morning., Not to mention before the holiday and to-do list, Cleaning and shopping map to Jerusalem. Knowing you, You probably think of yourself “So where are we going for vacation this year.”? I wanted to take my mind of things of the Passover., And stimulate your pupils with the cold Iceland nondestructive, Her Tessa Jackie Super friend horseback trip that doesn't like any stay until today.. There is no doubt that if you want a different kind of experience and connection to nature., This is the place to do it., Especially if you're planning to escape the summer heat of Israeli. Expanded pupils and try.

Iceland, The Land of Ice and Fire as it is often referred to, It is a volcanic island located between Greenland, Norway and Scotland. Its first settlers were the Vikings in 870 BC, Until she came to Christianity. This amazing land is mostly covered in ice and is full of volcanic and geyser activity due to its relatively young geologic point of view. Its famous and largest geyser erupts to the height of 60 M.

So how do you even get to this remote place that seems to be desolate?, But it contains a different kind of life? Flights arriving in Reykjavik, The capital city of Iceland mostly passes through Europe (icelandair), And they cost about $1500 in the summer season, of course, preferably for a visit. In July-August the weather there is comfortable for hiking and it stands on 12-16 degrees during the day and reaches up to 3- Overnight.

The amazing horse rides are organized by an Icelandic company called ishestar, But the whole vacation itself can be booked (Overnight stays, Airport transfers and other excursions beyond the ride) With an English company called In the Saddle, Who will organize everything for you. Total this amazing trip to- 10 Days will cost you about $3,500 and one unforgettable experience for life. The local currency is Icelandic Kr (Icelandic Kroacute) And one shekel is worth 33.9 Cars like this or so. The language spoken is Icelandic, But most service providers also speak English.

After landing in the capital city of Reykjavik, You can actually choose to do anything you want, And from there go for walks in the area. Whale Watching (I have no idea how to say it in Hebrew), It is one of the popular attractions in the area. Atlantic Ocean Cruise Allowing Whale Watching and Their Lifestyle. Fascinating adventure! You can take the amazing Icelandic horse rides for a day, Two or six days, According to your wishes. The riding groups are about 20 people with basic knowledge of riding, They are accompanied by a whole herd of horses (100-120 Horses) You will ride them during the trip. During each day, you will alternate between 2-4 For horses and ride for about six hours in breathtaking landscapes. Stop on the way for meals and rest, And you will live in cabins on the grounds, Sometimes without a shower (!) An experience in itself.

The amazing thing about this trip is that during the entire trip, The whole herd of horses will join you naturally, And you will feel an inseparable part of it. A whole community that will keep you safe, Respect you and embrace you, If you let her. You will learn to feel what it means to be part of a supportive herd, How do horses live in nature and what strength and nobility is there in this mighty animal?. The Icelandic horse is characterized by a full mane of hair that covers it, It has a relatively short and solid body and its strength to carry heavy loads and survive in the harsh climatic conditions of the region.

During the trip, you will be accompanied by a truck with your equipment, Food and means of assistance in case of need. You will pass glacier ridges, Inside the two largest glaciers in Iceland, Next to gushing springs, Waterfalls and rivers. If you are flying in July, You will also be able to see white nights, In which there is daylight 24 hours due to the proximity to the North Pole.

What to eat there in Iceland? Don't rely too much on food. The dish in question there is a type of dried whale meat or lamb and salmon, of course., But if you join the horse rides, the food provided by the company is mostly continental and delicious. The heating in the cabins and houses in Iceland is geothermal and passes through pipes from the ground that exploit their natural resources. If you want more luxurious trips, You can of course book more luxurious hotels or cabins. It's all a matter of budget and preference. For the pampered among you, the most pampering Icelandic spa experience is recommended. Blue Lagoon Spa.

For the shopping addicts among you, The famous Icelandic sweaters will be your biggest attraction, Although in the big cities you can find all the stores you know in the shopping centers in Europe. Sheep and wool are actually abundant there, And the most important tradition for them is a special residents' meeting that takes place every year in September, In it, a select group sets out on horseback to collect and gather the sheep to the gas. The members of the group are carefully selected and it is a great honor to join this camp.

So if you're adventurous, Nature lovers, Mother Earth and Cold, You are invited to experience your life. I'm sure I'll get there sooner or later because I can't resist these pictures. But until summer, We will continue to dream and clean windows for Passover. Have a great week! And many thanks to Jackie for sharing and the amazing photos!

You can find more organized tours to Iceland here.