3 Workshops & Classes in Scandinavia to Build a Day Around

1.The Wool Monster Workshop – make your own souvenir!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $91Our pick

At The Skrimsli Workshop in Álftanes, about 20 minutes from Reykjavik, you and your private group create a wool monster souvenir in roughly one hour. An English-speaking guide leads the hands-on session, making this a creative choice for families, couples, and solo visitors who want more than a shop-bought keepsake.

“Great fun for my wife and daughter. Such a unique experience and a super memory of Iceland. Highly recommended to all.”

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2.Borgarnes: Horseback Riding Tour with Prep Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 28 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $109

Meet your Icelandic horse at Hestaland, learn the basics in a large indoor arena, then ride beside a small river through open countryside. Guides such as Juna and Bára are patient with beginners and can adjust the outing for experienced riders. The 1.5-hour tour suits first-timers, while private rides offer more flexibility.

“Es war ein tolles Erlebnis, auch für meine Familie, die gar keine Erfahrung mit Pferden hat. Es wurde sehr darauf geachtet, dass auch Anfänger Spaß an dem Ausritt hatten. Ich hatte den Eindruck, dass mein Pferd lahmte. Ich würde es toll finden, wenn darauf mehr geachtet würde, dass es den Pferden gesundheitlich gut geht. Nur als Hinweis, kein Bewertungskriterium.”

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3.Cross-Country Ski Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $88Best value

Meet your English or Finnish instructor at Outdoor Expert Saariselkä, collect your skis and poles, then practice on the ski track for 90 minutes. Beginners are advised to choose classic skiing. Private and small-group lessons are available, with instructors such as Tiina offering patient help, technical advice, and tips for continued practice.

“The guide (Tiina, i think) i had was a lovely lady, she was patient and understanding of me being hard of hearing, also what I learned? braking is hard 😅”

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