For countless centuries, herds are moved to and from steep high summer grazing pastures below the snow-capped French and Italian alps. Join this tradition of transhumance, moving horses to their seasonal grazing on this memorable ride. Suitable for fit intermediate riders onwards with long riding days and guesthouse accommodation.
An exciting trail with varied terrain on fit Anglo-Arab horses offering an insight into the culture of the Pays Basque region as well as beach riding.
Discover the wild Ligurian mountains and coastline on this 8-day, point-to-point trail crossing from France into Italy on willing, sure-footed horses. Ride through mountain passes and pine forests before visiting ancient, medieval villages. This trail is for adventurous riders who want to get away from it all. Accommodation is in hotels and B&Bs in small villages along the trail. there is also the option to undertake a shorter version of this ride, completing a 6 day ride rather than the full 8 days.
A point to point trail, riding through the Tusheti mountains. Enjoy the stunning scenery and old village ruins. Staying in family run guest houses along the route. Designed for confident novice riders and above, with a good head for heights.
Badland-like areas of desert are interspersed with vast steppes dotted with pistachio trees, deciduous forests, dry river beds and narrow canyons with jagged peaks against the background of the snowy Caucasus Mountains. The riding is at all paces on very good horses, with overnight in tents/homestays or camping huts. Can be tailored to suit confident, fit, novice riders on request.
10% Discount on 3 - 10 August and 10 - 17 August Departures!
Traveling from South to North or vice versa right across the heart of Iceland, on sandy deserts close to the mighty Langjökull and Hofsjökull Glaciers. Sheltered green valleys come as a surprise in this rugged terrain. If you want to see as much as possible of the unspoiled Icelandic highlands, this trail, which has been in operation since 1983, is a perfect choice.
Autumn herding is a tradition in Iceland and riders feel really involved in the culture and history of this fascinating country by taking part in the round up of hundreds of horses.
This trail ride in Southern Iceland features the spectacular volcanic landscape of Mount Hekla, the so called Queen of Iceland, an active fissure vent and strata-volcano. Stay in remote mountain cabins, riding along the valley of the glacial river Bjorsa, get close to the glacier and experience the geothermal wonderland of Landmannalaugar.
The North of Iceland is known for its spectacular natural sights and diverse landscapes. Ride along soft riding tracks ideal for “tölting”, the unique extra gait of the Icelandic Horse on this ride for advanced riders, seeing volcanoes, beaches and geothermal pools along the way. This tour was nominated by the Sunday Times as one of the 10 best trails in the world.
Autumn sheep herding is a tradition in Iceland. This is the perfect ride for total involvement in the culture and history of this fascinating country. Taking part in the round up of thousands of sheep is an experience you won't forget.
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