DRESSAGE IN MAJORCA - SPAIN

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The finca is situated in the Mallorcan Levante hills, is especially dedicated to the world of horses. It has become a compelling visit for horse riders and lovers of the peaceful Majorcan countryside. Surrounded by idyllic natural beauty, here you can enjoy one of the best horse riding holidays ever. As well as the trail centre, the finca also houses a thriving Andalucian stud and you are welcome to walk around the paddocks of the mares and foals, the yearlings and two year olds. There is a comfortable and rustic-style country farmhouse (finca) which has all the necessary facilities for a relaxing and unforgettable stay including a pool, each room is fully equipped with a mini-bar, phone, satellite TV, a safe, a fan, air conditioning, central heating and is designed to reflect the local culture. A brand new spa opened in May 2006 and offers a jaccuzzi, a turkish room, a warm bench and a selection of different types of shower. A manicurist, pedicurist and masseuse will be working there too. Residents at the farm are able to use all the facilities for a small fee of 15 euros for the week (extra for a massage). The surrounding landscape and the quality of the horses allows pleasant and exciting excursions in this part of Majorca to be organised. The dressage lessons are interspersed with trail rides to explore the local hills and countryside. The instructors are very experienced and speak several languages

Trip length 8 days 7 nights including arrival day Ride only price 2008; £829 ; Non rider £519; Non riding child (aged 3-10 years) £425 Departure dates 2008; Every Sunday from February 3rd to November 16th. Approximate riding time per day 3 hours in the morning with the stallions and a 1 or 2 hour trail ride in the afternoons Riding ability required Intermediate with some knowledge of dressage.  More advanced knowledge is required if the lessons are to be on and with the Andalucian stallions. Min age 18. Group size 2 - 4 Meeting point Palma airport Transfer Collected from Palma airport by the hosts liveried mini-bus Flight guide approx £50 return - easyjet, see below for flight info. Single supplement 2008; £205

SAMPLE ITINERARY - DRESSAGE IN MAJORCA

Arrive at the finca. Relax in the your room and then have a welcome cocktail with the group to learn about the horse riding holiday.
Free time to explore the finca grounds or have a swim until 7.30pm when dinner is served and you meet your fellow riders.

Monday: Breakfast between 8.00 - 10.00 am. 10.00-12.00 noon go to the stables to meet Steffi and be introduced to the stallions; riding lesson with Steffi, the senior instructor 12.00 - 2pm free time 2.30 pm Lunch and then free time until 5.00pm 5.00pm Trail ride around the local area 7.30 Dinner

Tuesday: Breakfast as before 10.00 - 1.30 - Riding lesson with stallions and training the young horses 2.30 Lunch 5.00-6.00pm Trail ride 7.30pm Dinner

Wednesday: Breakfast as before 9.00am Meet at the stables and prepare you horse for a long trail ride to the Consolacion monastery, relax and have lunch at the monastery) 3.30 - return to the finca and free time until dinner 7.30 pm Dinner

Thursday: Breakfast as before 10.00 - 1.00 Riding lesson with your stallion and training young horses 2.30 Lunch 5.00-6.00pm Trail ride 7.30pm Dinner

Friday: Breakfast as before 10.00-12 noon Trail ride 2.30 Lunch at finca 4.30-7.00 free time to relax or book extra riding lesson 7.30 Dinner

Saturday: Breakfast as before 9.00-11.00am Riding lesson with your stallion and training young horses 2.30 Lunch free time until dinner 7.30 Barbeque farewell supper at finca

Sunday: Breakfast as before 10.00 free time until your transfer back to Palma airport

NOTES - DRESSAGE IN MAJORCA

GETTING TO Palma Airport

As a fully ATOL bonded and registered agency we would be delighted to book your flights for you. Should you wish to book your own flights please see our flights page for some options.

The weight limit for this ride is 15 st/209 lb/95 kg, please enquire if you are an experienced rider exceeding this weight.

WHAT IS INCLUDED
All accommodation, all meals on a full board basis, all riding, English speaking guide and return transfers from the meeting point.  For a small fee (15 euros) the use of most of the facilities within the finca's own spa

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Hire of cycles; drinks with meals; telephone calls; extra tuition - take the chance to have extra dressage lessons on a pure bred Andalucian stallion, or show-jumping lessons on one of the other horses

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