Horse Riding Holidays in Spain
Spain is the perfect destination for a riding holiday – itโs easy and cheap to fly to, the food is superb and you are pretty much guaranteed decent weather. Whether you are looking for a relaxing based stay, an adventurous point-to-point trail or to brush up your skills with some tuition; we have the trip for you!
Andalusian Beach Trail
An exciting trail through the extraordinary natural park of Cabo de Gata. This unique ride takes you into the unspoilt landscapes of the Cabo de Gata Natural Park, with its open beaches and volcanic mountain paths. The ride will take you along the picturesque coastline, across beautiful beaches and into the fascinating inland valleys. The scenery you will encounter is unlike anything else in Andalusia. The region’s excellent climate, characterised by low rainfall and mild temperatures, allows you to enjoy this experience at any time of the year.
Galicia Short Break
Rushing rivers, epic Atlantic scenery and delicious meals combine to great effect on this short break based on Spain’s most beautiful coastline. Lush green valleys and rugged mountains, sheer cliffs and wild, frothing seas. Galicia, the north-west corner of Spain, is a diverse region, ideal for exploring on horseback. This short break offers 4 nights of Galician hospitality with shorter riding days of betwen 3-5 hours. Open to all riders happy in walk, trot and canter.
Conquistadorโs Trail
Ride in the beautiful Extremadura region of Spain over 5 days, starting in the lovely town of Trujillo, following the trail east to the Villuercas Geopark (UNESCO) and staying in picturesque villages on route. Travel through the Villuercas Mountains with itโs spectacular panoramic views and see a hidden side of Spain from horseback.
Forest and Beach Trail
Head to the Costa De La Luz in South Western Spain for superb horse-riding on golden beaches and sandy tracks through unspoilt forests. An ideal introduction to riding holidays, with morning rides followed by lengthy tapas lunches with time left to spend swimming or wandering around the local area, before going out for dinner in the evening. With a fantastic warm and sunny climate this stretch of Atlantic coast offers a real treat for horse riders. A warm welcome, fun atmosphere, well schooled horses and fabulous riding complete this fantastic week.
Looking for a shorter getaway? Take a look at the Cadiz Coastal Trail.
Cadiz Coastal Trail
Head to the Costa De La Luz in south western Spain for superb horse-riding on golden beaches and sandy tracks through unspoilt forests. An ideal introduction to riding holidays, with morning rides followed by tapas lunches with time left to spend swimming or wandering around the local area, before going out for dinner in the evening. With a fantastic warm and sunny climate this stretch of Atlantic coast offers a real treat for horse riders. A warm welcome, fun atmosphere, well schooled horses and fabulous riding complete this long weekend.
Andalusian Short Break
This unique hacienda is based in the heart of Andalucia. With a stable full of impressive horses, and enjoying over 300 days of sunshine a year, this hillside ranch offers the perfect short break for all levels of rider. Explore this glorious sun-dappled region of Spain, following secret trails through the olive groves with plenty of time to relax poolside in the afternoons. Shorter riding hours than some of our trails with a mixture of short hacks and lessons. Read a review of this destination in Elle magazine here.
Andalusian Hacienda
A based stay at a hillside ranch in the heart of Andalusia suitable for all levels. Riders can enjoy a mix of lessons and hacking out in the beautiful Andalusian hills. There are activities for non-riders in the local area and riding is available for children from 6 years onwards. Ride through picturesque olive groves and spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool before an early evening lesson at this 16th century hacienda.
Sierra de Gredos
Sit back and enjoy the incredible panoramic views
Ride the ancient paths of the Gredos Mountains on this true trail ride across central Spain. Travel west following the Tormes river valley, through breathtaking landscapes which differ each day โ from medieval villages full of history, to the tops of rocky mountains, to stunning valleys. An unmissable adventure!
Ride across the stunning mountain scenery
The Sierra de Gredos region in Central Spain offers a fantastic setting for a trail riding holiday. The trail follows Tormes river valley and will take you on narrow and rocky mountain paths, across stunning open valleys and through medieval villages full of history. There will be great opportunities for trots and canters each day where the terrain allows faster riding.
Your guide, Emilio, has been leading riding holidays in the Gredos Mountains for more than 20 years and knows every stone of each path like the back of his hand. His home-bred PRE and Hispano-Arab horses are much loved and extremely well looked after, living outside all year round in a natural herd. They know their job, are easy to ride and make sure you can thoroughly enjoy your holiday.
Taste the delicious Spanish specialities
An absolute highlight of the Sierra de Gredos riding holiday is the famous Spanish gastronomy. Prepare to be spoilt with surprise Tapas breaks with traditional local dishes such as Serrano ham, Manchego cheese, olives and, of course, excellent Spanish white and red wine. Lunch and dinner time will also give you an opportunity to taste different Spanish specialities such as paella and Spanish tortilla. Charming rural Inns and delightful 4* hotels make sure you wake up well-rested and refreshed each morning, ready for a new day on horseback.