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Dates & Destination
Dates: July 8–15, 2026
Location: Reykjavik & Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland
Arrival Airport: Keflavík International Airport (KEF)
Arrival & Pre-Retreat (July 7)
We recommend arriving on the morning of July 7th to settle in.
Transportation: Take the FlyBus (~$39) from the airport to your hotel. You can book at www.re.is/flybus.
Evening Activity: Join the group at the Sky Lagoon at 4:00 PM (optional; entry fee not included).
Kick-off: Wednesday, July 8
Meeting Point: Reykjavik City Hall (Tjarnargata 11) at 9 AM
Morning: We’ll stop at a local café if you need breakfast and to pick up picnic lunches
- We will go right to our guesthouse to work with the horses and ride.
Departure: Wednesday, July 15
The retreat concludes with a visit to the world-famous Blue Lagoon. We have arranged for our driver, Oli, to take the group to the Lagoon and then directly to the airport.
We are either going to the Blue Lagoon or we are trying to secure THE FLOAT! Ask Colleen for details.
Transportation Fee: $50 per person (paid to Oli).
Flight Timing: Please book your departure for after 4:00 PM.
Note: International flights at KEF require a 3-hour check-in window.
Alternative: You may choose to stay an extra night in Reykjavik and fly out on July 16th.
Important Travel Notes
Airport Location: KEF (Keflavík) is located approximately 45 minutes south of Reykjavik city center.
Pick-up/Drop-off: Official pick-up is in Reykjavik City Hall only. The tour concludes at the airport/Blue Lagoon; please ensure your luggage is with you on the morning of the 15th.
Send us your travel information
Below are some hotel recommendations if you are coming in early or staying after the retreat. If you are interested in a room share for your extra nights, make sure to check that box on the travel form in the online retreat packet and we will help set you up with a fellow Quester who is also staying extra nights. Many people are also getting Air B&B’s!! You can find a hotel or Air BnB that is close to the Reykjavik City Hall. We pick up at the Reykjavik City Hall, https://reykjavik.is/radhus-reykjavikur
address: Tjarnargata 11, 101 Reykjavík
Options but it is best to find the closest hotel with the cheapest price:
- Kex Hostel
- Fosshotel Baron
- Skolabru Guesthouse
- Room With A View – Apartments
- Hotel Leifur Eiriksson
- Airbnb
Women’s Quest Cancellation & Travel Insurance Policy
Cancellation Policy
Because our vendors and partners require advance commitments we must adhere to the following cancellation terms. If you have to cance your retreat
• 91 or more days before the retreat start date
You will receive a refund of all payments minus your deposit which is non-refundable.
• 90 days or fewer before the retreat start date
All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Women’s Quest reserves the right to cancel a retreat due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, all retreat payments will be refunded. However, Women’s Quest is not responsible for any additional expenses you may have incurred, including (but not limited to) airfare, lodging, or other travel costs.
Travel Insurance
To protect your investment, Women’s Quest strongly recommneds all participants purchase travel insurance. This ensures you are covered if something unexpected arises before or during your retreat.
Travel insurance is especially important if you need to cancel or interrupt your trip due to:
• Illness or injury (including testing positive for COVID-19)
• Family or personal emergencies
• Travel delays or interruptions
• Medical treatment while traveling
• Emergency evacuation or trip interruption
We recommend a policy that includes coverage for:
• Trip cancellation and interruption
• Medical expenses
• Emergency evacuation
For maximum peace of mind, consider a “Cancel For Any Reason” (CFAR) policy. While more expensive, this option offers the greatest flexibility if your plans change.
For all trips to Iceland involving horses (riding or otherwise), it is mandatory you secure travel insurnce that includes coverage for emergency evacuation and return to your home country.
To compare policies, we suggest using Squaremouth, the travel insurance comparison platform:
https://www.squaremouth.com/
Before purchasing, please review your policy carefully and consult a travel insurance agent if you have any questions about coverage.