UNICORN TRAILS ADVENTURE RIDES

Crossing the Andes from Chile to Argentina If you want a real riding adventure then we have many unbelievable horse riding holidays to choose from.

Europe • France, Armagnac Trail This trek offers a wonderful opportunity to see rural France at its best. For fit riders • France, Carcassonne Pyrenean Trail Explore the Pyrennean Mountains, a beautiful area redolent of history and a superb ride in the rugged countryside near the Spanish border, guided or unguided with comfortable lodgings and excellent dinners. • Greece, Lassithi Trail Unguided Only for intermediate or experienced riders, this adventurous trail of 100 miles takes you through the remote mountains and friendly villages of Crete. • Iceland, Autumn Sheep Round Up Autumn sheep herding is a tradition in Iceland and you feel really involved in the culture and history of this fascinating country by taking part in the round up of thousands of sheep. • Iceland, Glacier Trail Adventure riding trip with splendid views of the glacier Langjökull and riding alongside the glacier fed lake Hvítárvatn with its floating icebergs. • Iceland, Horse Round Up Autumn sheep herding is a tradition in Iceland and you feel really involved in the culture and history of this fascinating country by taking part in the round up of thousands of sheep. • Iceland, Volcano Trail Ride in the traditional way with a herd of Icelandic horses at all paces seeing volcanoes, beaches and geothermal pools. Adventure trip. • Ireland, Donegal Trail South - Unguided Unguided horse riding holiday. Follow directions at your own pace, comfortable B&B accomodation, luggage transported. • Ireland, Donegal Trail West - Unguided Ride along miles of glorious golden sands, cross rivers, through the forests and along the cliffs and admire the glorious countryside of mountains, lakes and green fields. Donegal is the wildest and most romantic of the Irish counties. • Spain, Compostella Route Pilgramage horse trail ride. Complete Compostella route on horseback from Pau in France to Santiago de Compostella in Spain. Fast riding. Single riders welcome. • Turkey, Cappadocia Trail A trail ride to explore and discover the natural, historical and cultural wealth of Cappadocia's unique landscape, a listed UNESCO World Heritage site. Suitable for fit, confident riders and accompanying non-riders.	Eastern Europe • Romania, Transylvania Trail A point to point trail on reliable Lippizaner horses with camping en route in unspoilt natural surroundings. • Russia, Snow Adventure Horse riding holiday with a difference in the magical Russian winter with troika sledding for non-riders, includes Moscow and St Petersburg.
Africa • Ethiopia, Abyssinian Explorer Highlights of Ethiopia including Lalibella and riding on the Ethiopian Highlands with the semi nomadic Oromo people. Amazing and unusual trip. • Madagascar, Madagascar Trail See lemurs in the rain forests, then embark on an 8 day safari to the remote center of this ecologically diverse country, a great adventure. • Morocco, Central Atlas Summer Explore the High Atlas on magnificent ArabX Barb horses in this vehicle supported camping trip for intermediate riders onwards. • Morocco, Essaouira Beach Trail Ride along the Atlantic coastline and beaches and visit Essaouira. Excellent horses, combination of small lodges and camping accommodation. • Morocco, Skoura to Tarbhalt Desert Trail Fantastic trail through the desert home of the Berber people on fit horses for intermediate riders onwards. • Namibia, Damara Elephant-Skeleton Trail This is a truly exceptional trail; where else can you expect to see elephant, giraffe and rhino in a desert habitat! Damaraland is a very spectacular part of the country, almost inaccessible, with amazing colours and vast open spaces, ancient craters and remnants from prehistoric times, not to mention the forbidding Skeleton Coast. • Namibia, Fish River Canyon to Orange River This horse riding safari holiday in Namibia has a combination of dramatic canyon landscapes, spacious desert planes and the mighty Orange River. This offers both inaccessible countryside and real wilderness areas as well as fast riding without limitations. • Namibia, Namib Desert Trail Challenging 400km trail across the Namib desert finishing on the white beaches of the Atlantic Ocean's Skeleton Coast. Suitable for fit intermediate or advanced riders. • Namibia, Private Game Lodge Luxurious private game lodge with fast riding on Arab and X horses with, ideal destination for groups of mixed riders and non riders. • Tanzania, Migration Safari Trail Ride with the annual migration of the wildebeest and zebra. Adventurous safari with luxurious camping for experienced riders. • Tunisia, Magic of the Desert Fast trail ride through the mountains and sand dunes of southern Tunisia. Camp with your horse and enjoy long canters along dry river beds. • Tunisia, Oasis to Oasis Trail ride at a faster than average pace travelling from oasis to oasis in the historically important region of south-western Tunisia. Camp out with your horse in a palm grove, and dine under eucalyptus trees.	North America • Canada, Wilderness Pack Trips Pack trips through the Canadian Rockies - the real deal with awe-inspiring scenery and remote camp sites. • Canada, Yukon Expedition Wild camping trip in the pristine nature of the Yukon • USA, Arizona, Grand Canyon Winter Pastures Vehicle supported camping trip in an emblematic part of the USA. Great riding for intermediate riders onwards. • USA, Arizona, Navajoland Trail Cross three distinct portions of the Navajo Indian Reservation on this authentic camping trail. This ride is for people who are willing to forego creature comforts to become immersed in the unique culture and dramatic landscape of Navajoland. • USA, Utah, Three Park Spectacular Camping trail through the Southwest's most amazing geological formations encompassing Bryce Canyon, Zion Canyon and the Grand Canyon. Challenging riding on quality quarter horses.
Latin America • Argentina, Andes Mountain Crossing Fast riding on a well supported camping trip, for fit and experienced riders. • Argentina, Ceiling of America Trail Ride through incredible Andes Mountain scenery at the highest part of the Andes near Mendoza. Highlights for those without the time to cross the full range. • Argentina, Inca Trails Expedition Explore the inca trails on horseback, including the tropical forests and crystal clear streams of the Lerma Valley, the Calchaquí desert with its multicoloured mountains and the Cafayate Creek with its red hills, a breathtaking contrast. • Brazil, Pantanal Wildlife Tour Experience 3 different fazendas on this fascinating holiday to gain an insight into the Pantanal culture. Wildlife, cultural and riding highlights. • Brazil, Santa Catarina Trail Trail from one fazenda to another in the cattle farming backcountry of Brazil. Superb riding at all paces 5.500 ft surrounded by outstanding ever-changing scenery. Why not treat yourself to the Christmas Ride? • Chile, Atacama Desert Trail Fantastic riding adventure in the driest desert in the world, the Atacama desert in Chile. Long hours, fast riding, excellent horses. • Chile, Chile to Argentina - Across the Andes The ultimate challenge - cross the High Andes along the remote historic route. For the adventurous, tough and reasonably fit only. • Chile, High Andes Cattle Drive Experience life as a true gaucho on this annual cattle drive in the High Andes. • Chile, Luxury Patagonia Lodge Retreat Luxury accommodation, remote Andean mountain region, home bred horses, natural horsemanship, all riding abilities, world class fly fishing on site • Ecuador, Avenue of Volcanoes Trail Point to point trail along the Avenue of Volcanoes in the Ecuadorean Andes. Accommodation in various haciendas and one refuge en route. • Ecuador, Cotopaxi Cattle Round Up Non-tourist cattle round up in the Avenue of Volcanoes, Ecuador. Join in with the local chagras (cowboys). Fabulous horse riding holiday. • Ecuador, Trail to Pinan Lake Join this trail ride as personal guests of the owners of a large working hacienda. They will accompany you on this adventurous trek and explore the Andes mountains on horseback following remote valleys and over high passes until you reach the isolated and pristine Lake Pinan. • Mexico, Copper Canyon Trail Adventurous trail through the remote Sierra Madre and canyons of Urique, Batopilas and Sinforosa, meeting the Tarahumara Indians en route.	And Beyond • India, Ladakh Trail Adventurous camping trail in Ladakh region of India at high altitiude in the foothills of the Himalayas, visiting remote monasteries. Suitable for adventurous beginners as the pace is slow. • Jordan, Wadi Rum Ride fast and responsive Arab horses through Wadi Rum and visit the ancient city of Petra. For experienced riders. • Kyrgyzstan, Great Silk Road An adventurous camping trip with incredible mountain views. • Mongolia, Mongolian Explorer Fantastic adventure in remote Mongolia from beginner onwards, vehicle suported camping trip with great guides. • Tajikistan, Pamir Mountain Explorer Adventurous trail through the wild, remote and beautiful Pamir mountains of Tajikistan. • Tibet, Tibetan Adventure - The Tagong Horse Festival Unique cultural experience of the Tagong Horse Race Festival and riding in the remote mountains wtih nomadic herders.

Adventure Horse Riding Holidays

Choosing rides from our huge range of horse riding holidays can be a challenge in itself and you may find yourself going into overload with all these fabulous holidays, but we can help you to narrow down your choice. You may already know which regions and countries you are interested in. However check out our ride category selector. Here you can look for rides by the following categories:

. beach riding holidays
. ranch riding holidays
. horse back safaris
. our premier selection
. family friendly horseback holidays
. singles riding holidays
. advanced riders
. horse holidays with tuition (dressage, polo, jumping)
. riding holidays for beginners
. fast riding
. desert riding
. mountain trekking
. centre based riding holidays
. trail rides
. unguided horse holidays
. holidays that can incorporate non-riders
. western style riding
. natural horsemanship holidays
. riding holidays with camping
. Christmas & New Year riding holidays
. winter sun horse holidays
. short riding breaks
. holidays suitable for the heavier rider
. cattle drives
. horseriding holidays in Eastern Europe
. adventure riding holidays
. health and lifestyle riding breaks

So as you can see there is something for everyone. WE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOU!

Don't forget we can always arrange an extension to the riding element of you holiday. You may like us to suggest something or perhaps you have your own ideas. Whether it's time to relax on a beautiful beach, go white water rafting, take a cruise around the magical Galapagos Islands or a see the sights in a city stopover we will be delighted to make the arrangements for you.

Unicorn Trails is very proud to have rides all over the world. Here is a list of the countries we ride in. To see the relevant web page and learn more the country and our rides there, just click on the link:

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