UNICORN TRAILS FAMILY HORSE RIDING HOLIDAYS.jpg) Horse riding holidays can provide a participatory experience for the whole family.
Some are suitable for children who are enthusiastic riders; some have children's programs while parents ride; some have many other activities for non riding family members and some provide tuition. Ranch holidays and safaris are firm favourites with families.
All the horse riding holidays we offer suitable for families are listed below:
• Cyprus, Drapia Farm
Explore the spectacular mountains and sunlit olive groves on horseback or learn to ride. Relax on the beach with non-riding companions.
• Finland, Lapland Adventure
Exprience life north of the arctic circle: from the midnight sun in summer to northern lights in winter. Many activities available.
• Finland, Winter Wonderland
Riding on Icelandic horses, husky sledding, reindeer sleigh rides, ice fishing and many more activities in the home of Santa Claus
• Greece, Beginners Riding Course, Crete
Learn to ride on the sunny island of Crete. Available all year, comfortable hotel, beautiful scenery
• Greece, Kephalonia Riding Week
Beautiful Kephalonia Island, riding for all abilities and the chance to swim with your horse.
• Greece, Sun and Riding, Crete
Perfect cheap family getaway on the beautiful island of Crete. Available in July and August.
• Greece, Village Rides, Crete
• Iceland, Canyon Trail
Visit the best known sights in Iceland, the Geysir Hot Spring area and the Golden Waterfall Gullfoss riding in the traditional way with a herd of horses. Comfortable made up beds each night.
• 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, Northern Exposure
Ride in the traditional way with a herd of Icelandic horses at all paces seeing volcanoes, beaches and geothermal pools. Adventure trip.
• 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.
• Ireland, Instruction in Ireland
Lessons for all riding abilities: general, show-jumping, dressage, cross country. Excellent on site facilities, organised and comfortable.
• Ireland, Yeats Trail - Unguided
Ride along miles of glorious golden sands, cross rivers, through the forests and along the cliffs and admire the glorious Sligo countryside of mountains, lakes and colourful meadows often full of wild flowers.
• Italy, Heart of Tuscany
Quality instruction for beginners and dressage riding. Instructors are very well qualified and work with calm, patience and real passion. Very nice accommodation.
• Italy, Saturnia Trek
Ride your horse through the varied and impressive natural environment of Tuscany on a point to point camping trail. For a nature loving rider this horse riding holiday is a good way to get started in western riding too.
• Italy, Umbrian Adventure
Set in unspoilt countryside, surrounded by woodland, overlooking mountains and valleys on all sides. This ride caters for everyone. The summer itinerary involves an optional nights camping by Roman Ruins.
• Italy, Western Tuition
Welcoming riding centre specialising in western riding and trekking including courses and instruction in Tuscany, Italy.
• Spain, Andalusian Mountain Retreat
Beautiful finca in National Park, riding on well schooled Andalusians from beginner to experienced riders, comfortable accommodation, swimming pool.
• Spain, Fiestas of Andalusia
Beautiful finca in National Park, riding on well schooled Andalusians from beginner to experienced riders, comfortable accommodation, swimming pool.
• Spain, Gourmet Wine Route
Horse riding holiday in Castilla Spain. Explore the vineyards of Ribera Del Duero on Pure Spanish horses. Excellent hotels with much character & comfort. Dine in fine restaurants. Singles, families & heavier riders welcome.
• Spain, Gredos Mountains
Excellent horse riding holiday in Spain. Will appeal to riders interested in scenery and culture with comfortable hotels, good company and beautiful horses. Singles, familiers and heavier riders welcome.
• Spain, Majorca, Beach and Forest
Horse riding holiday in Mallorca, Spain. Lovely finca dedicated to the world of horses. On-site Spa. Trail rides to explore the island. Families and singles welcome.
• Spain, Ride to Jatar
Week with mini trail to Jatar, horse riding trail to Jatar, Andalusian horses trail ride, trail riding in Andalucia
• Spain, Roots of Castilla
Horse riding holiday Spain. Explore spectacular scenery on magnificent horses, riding along routes taken by such Spanish heroes as El Cid in the times of the Moorish occupation. Families, singles & heavier riders welcome.
• Spain, The Green Mountain Trail
Ride Pure Spanish horses on this horse riding holiday in Castilla, Spain. This trail rides along the beautiful high peaks of Sierra de la Demanda. Spend a night in an ancient monastery. Families, singles, heavier riders & non riders welcome.
• Sweden, Forest and Lakes Trail
Ride through pristine natural forests and deserted lakes, real Swedish hospitality, includes some tuition in natural horsemanship.
• UK, South Downs Short Break
| • Czech Republic, Bohemian Ride and Ski Week
Four days of riding in the snow combined with two days of skiing. A must for active outdoor riders looking for a skiing holiday with a difference.
• Czech Republic, Bohemian Short Break
Short break on a traditional Czech farm with good riding and a relaxed atmosphere.
• Czech Republic, Bohemian Week
Explore Bohemia on horseback and meet its hospitable people. Relaxed week with other activities available.
• Czech Republic, Trail to Germany
Trail from Czech to Germany, non riders can travel in horse drawn wagons or cycle. Step back in time and see a fast disappearing culture.
• Poland, Baltic Coast Ride
Horse Riding for all levels on the beaches of the Baltic Coast, comfortable hotel accommodation, many non rider options including spa.
• Poland, Ride and Spa break
A short horse riding holiday break. Riding on Baltic Coast beaches, riding lessons, hotel with spa and wellness centre.
| • Kenya, Classic Amboseli Safari
Set near Mount Kilimanjaro, off the beaten tourist track & on the doorstep of Amboseli and Tsavo National Parks, this area is home to some of the biggest tusking elephant alive in Africa today. The first and last nights are spent in a luxurious eco lodge.
• Kenya, Game Safari in the Chyulus
Set near Mount Kilimanjaro, a specialist game tracking horseback safari led by very knowledgeable and fun guides. This is suited to riders interested in acquiring an indepth knowledge of African mammals, who are fit and adventurous.
• Kenya, Ol Donya Wuas & Borana Lodges
Two lodge based horseback safari in 2 very different parts of Kenya from the South to the North. See different African game and scenery. Stay in a luxurious eco lodge then fly via Nairobi and onto a second very luxurious lodge.
• Mozambique, Paradise Beach Week
Magical beach riding in Africa's hottest new destination. All levels.
• South Africa, Ants Reserve
• South Africa, Zululand Private Game Reserve
Situated in the rolling hills of KwaZuluNatal province this five star lodge offers beautiful Arab horses, magnificent accommodation and excellent food. Plentiful plains game on the reserve. Suitable for beginners.
• Tanzania, Coffee Farm with Hot Spring Mini Trail
Enjoy a riding holiday in a working coffee estate combined with a short horseback safari to the Hot Springs. Wildlife like kudus, gazelles, and crocodiles occupies the lush vegetation and indigenous palm trees surrounding the springs. Colourful bird life abounds.
• Tanzania, Kilimanjaro Safari Trail
Big 5 Safari in Tanzania for experienced riders at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro.
| • Canada, Quebec Gastronomy Week
A flexible, family orientated centre-based horse-riding holiday in the picturesque Appalachian mountains of eastern Canada.
• USA, Arizona, Tanque Verde Ranch
This is one of America's old time cattle and guest ranches, a 4 star quality luxurious outpost of the Old West. Close enoughto the Grand Canyon for a visit.
• USA, Arizona, Tucson Ranch
All round cattle ranch with good riding & facilities and warm welcome. Open September to June with great winter sun.
• USA, Colorado, Rocky Mountain Ranch
On the continental divide, 100 miles west of Denver, every ride from this ranch has a view to write home about. Excellent riding and lots of fun team penning the cattle each week.
• USA, Montana, Sunrise Ranch
Set at 7000 ft and surrounded by 2 million acres of wilderness. Family run & offers a great children's program for all ages as well as having adult only weeks. Close enough to visit Yellowstone & Old Faithful.
• USA, Wyoming, Moose Ranch
Beautiful setting, log cabins, barrel racing, quarter horses, fishing and wildlife. A first class ranch with something for all abilities.
| • Argentina, Bellstone Ride
Start & finish at an exclusive & very secluded 6,000-acre working cattle farm that has been in the same Anglo-Argentine family for 4 generations. The estancia is 3,000 ft up between Pampas and the Andes
• Argentina, Estancia Huechahue in Patagonia
A 15 000 acre self sufficient working ranch in northern Patagonia. Ride out each day where the mighty Andes rise up behind you, or ride into the neighbouring Indian reservation. Look out for wildlife of the area, especially condors.
• Argentina, Estancia Los Potreros
Working cattle estancia near Cordoba, Argentina. Ride with gauchos and experience Argentine hospitality, lovely accommodation and learn to play polo. All levels.
• Argentina, Polo week
A week dedicated to learning to play polo on a working cattle estancia.Ride with gauchos and experience Argentine hospitality, lovely accommodation.
• Chile, Chile to Argentina - Across the Andes
The ultimate challenge - cross the High Andes along the remote historic route. For the tough and fit only.
• Ecuador, Hacienda Stay
| • Indonesia, Bali
Relaxing hotel holiday with 2 hours riding daily for all abilities, sunset rides, rice field exploration, tuition and dressage.
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