EquitrekkingTravel.com features riding vacations for all skill levels and interests that can include your non-horsey companion. Below are many of the equestrian vacations we’ve experienced as we’ve traveled to film the Emmy winning Equitrekking TV show on PBS. Equitrekking Travel’s featured riding holidays include trail riding, cross country, dressage training and show jumping, inn to inn horse vacations, castle stays in Ireland, dude and guest ranches, horse safaris for families, groups or singles and more. This video preview gives you a taste of your options and let’s you meet some of the local guides, whom you may have seen on the Equitrekking TV series.
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- Botswana Makgadikgadi Pans Safari
- Botswana Private Game Reserve Safari
- Catalonia Spain Horseback Riding Vacation
- England Horseback Riding Vacation
- France Manor House Equestrian Vacation
- Namibia Horseback Riding Vacation
- Horseback Riding in Tuscany - Equestrian Vacation
- Australia Coast Arabian Horse Vacation
- Spain Historic Villages & Mountains Riding Vacation
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Botswana Makgadikgadi Pans Safari
Botswana, Africa
Ride the magical Makgadikgadi Pans, which looks like the surface of the moon and has amazing wildlife migrations. This is a great riding safari tour to combine with the Okavango Delta. In the wet season, ride with herds of zebra and wildebeest and interact with meerkats year round. A fantastic five-night horse-riding safari.
Botswana Private Game Reserve Safari
Maun, Botswana
The only Botswana riding safari for beginning riders and a great option for families. Flexible stays at an upscale lodge with riding on a private game reserve. Two to three nights is recommended. Excursions available into the Okavango Delta.
Catalonia Spain Horseback Riding Vacation
Catalonia, Spain
Inn to inn and stationary horse riding holidays in Spain through stunning mountains, medieval villages and pristine beaches on Andalusian horses in the heart of Catalonia, less than two hours from Barcelona. Lots to do for non-riding companions.
England Horseback Riding Vacation
Devon, England
Horse riding holidays UK. Enjoy riding horses to local pubs, the gallops, historic estates, Exmoor National Park and the beautiful beaches of Devon's Coast-- all from your base on an English farm. Equestrian vacation for beginners and more experienced riders.
France Manor House Equestrian Vacation
Dordogne, France
Horseback riding in France through the glorious private estates of the Dordogne in the Southwest. Stay in an 18th century manor house and enjoy local cuisine, colorful markets, wine tastings, truffle farms and medieval towns.
Namibia Horseback Riding Vacation
Namibia, Africa
A Namibia horse riding journey in the dramatic desert and wilderness. 5-10 nights rides across the deserts and mountains - fast pace African horse safaris for experienced fit riders only.
Horseback Riding in Tuscany - Equestrian Vacation
Tuscany, Italy
Tuscany horseback riding in the romantic Chianti Hills of from a 400-year-old farmhouse. Good food and wine, abbeys, castles, Romanesque churches and medieval villages. Single travelers welcome.
Australia Coast Arabian Horse Vacation
New South Wales, Australia
Horse riding Australia and trail riding vacations for experienced riders on Arabian and Arabian Cross horses through diverse Eucalyptus forests, rolling hills and fantastic galloping along a deserted Pacific Ocean beach. Farmstays or progressive rides.
Spain Historic Villages & Mountains Riding Vacation
Avila, Spain
The Spain Historic Villages & Mountains Riding Vacation is one of the best kept secrets in Spain! A superb opportunity for intermediate and experienced riders to explore the valleys and the mountains of the Sierra de Gredos in the heart of Castile.
Connemara Trail, Ireland
Ireland
Connemara Trail Ride with legendary Irish horseman Willie Leahy in dramatic Western Ireland. Choose mountains and beaches with the Connemara and Coastal Trails from April to October OR October to April to enjoy fox hunting in Ireland with the Galway Blazers and a superb cross country course.
Australia Bush & Beach
Southeast Queensland, Australia
Horse riding vacations in Australia cantering along the beach, through tropical rainforest trails and into the wonderful Australian bush to muster cattle with your guide, Olympian Alex Watson. Pulitzer Prize winning author Jane Smiley called this riding vacation a “rip-snorter." You will be amazed at the scenery and wildlife. Open to beginning and experienced riders.
Botswana Limpopo Valley Horse Safari
Botswana
Botswana Limpopo Valley Horse Safari in the Tuli Block, an area of great diversity, magnificent vistas, ancient civilizations and dramatic rock formations bordered by the great Limpopo River in the south. If you want to view elephants, lions, or leopards, then these horseback safaris are for you!
Kenya Horse Safari
Kenya
Kenya Horse Safari with one of Africa's top mobile riding safari companies. Stay at luxury tented camps for 7 night to 10 night trips or design a custom tour.
Gleneagles Equestrian Training Holiday
Perthshire, Scotland
Luxury riding holiday and equestrian training in the heart of Scotland at Gleneagles. Lessons for adults and children in dressage training, show jumping, cross country and polo and trail riding. Learn to horseback ride! Golf, tennis, the spa, falconry, fine dining, fishing and more for non-riding companions.
Ecuador Horseback Riding - Volcanoes and Haciendas
Ecuador
Horseback riding Ecuador! Visit colonial haciendas, ride the "Avenue of the Volcanoes", round up horses and cattle and get to know the culture and people of Ecuador with your third generation hosts. A trip not to be missed!
Spain Coast Equestrian Training & Trail Riding
Andalucia, Spain
Experience the ultimate Andalucian riding experience in a part of Spain untouched by much of the modern world. If you love to ride through beautiful scenery, gallop along miles of deserted, golden sandy beaches, and explore the sweet smelling natural pine forests that run along the Costa de la Luz (coast of light), then this is the holiday for you.
Bulgaria Riding Holidays - Balkan Mountain Adventure
Bulgaria
Horse riding holidays Europe! Enjoy classic mountain trails, Bulgarian food and culture. Start in the charming mountain town of Apriltsi and horse ride along ancient trails and over impressive mountains, through mountain passes to waterfalls and villages. Spend nights in simple mountain chalets, the newly built guesthouse and historic monasteries.
Peru Trek - Machu Picchu Lodge to Lodge
Peru
The only Machu Picchu Lodge to Lodge Horse Trek! Experience high comfort, cuisine and adventure on the Salkantay Route, one of the 25 Best Treks in the World by National Geographic Adventure Travel Magazine.
Provence Inn to Inn Riding Holidays in France
Provence, France
Inn to inn and progressive rides through the heart of Provence and week-long training and trail vacations. Ride in classic French countryside made famous by best-selling author Peter Mayle and painted by Cezanne. Horse ride amid vineyards, beaches and to hill towns, savoring Provencal food, wine and history.
South Africa Horse Safaris
South Africa & Botswana, Africa
South Africa Horse Safaris based on a fifth generation ranch that's great for families, along the beach or a Big Five Safari in Botswana. Varied horse riding experiences for all levels of rider, allowing for game viewing, cattle mustering, swimming with your horse, polocrosse, western games and jumping.
Chile: Estancia to Estancia & Patagonia Horse Treks
Torres del Paine National Park, Chile
Horse riding Patagonia tour with quality guides and diverse itineraries. Ride from estancia to estancia or camp in Torres del Paine with unforgettable landscapes. Featured in the IMAX movie Ride around the World, The Sunday Times, GQ Magazine, Trail Magazine, Le Figaro and Endurance Magazine.
Argentina Horse Riding Estancia
Neuquén, Argentina
Argentina estancia vacation- Ride alongside gauchos with opportunities to work cattle at a family owned Argentina ranch or experience a wild and rugged ride across the Andes, one of the world's largest mountain chains.
Botswana Okavango Horse Safari
Botswana, Africa
Voted Best Horse Safari in Africa 2009 and 2010! Ride with a herd of giraffe or zebra across the plains, track elephant or buffalo from island to island, cantering and splashing through lagoons of Botswana's Okavango Delta.
Costa Rica Horse Riding Vacations
Costa Rica
Horseback riding in Costa Rica! Combine horse riding through misty cloud forests, rainforests teeming with wildlife, tropical mangrove swamps and beaches with ocean kayaking, snorkelling, a canopy tour, and nature hikes.
Mexico Horse Vacation - Ranch Holidays
Valle de Bravo, Mexico
Enjoy a week horseback riding vacation from a hacienda in the colonial town of Valle de Bravo, Mexico. Take advantage of amazing weather, authentic Mexican cuisine and beverages and relaxation during this all inclusive equestrian vacation.
Uruguay Beach & Coastal Trail
Montevideo, Uruguay
Beach and coastal trail riding vacations in Uruguay. Start in Montevideo and ride pristine beaches, emerald shores and a network of lagoons to coastal hills, sand dunes and pine forests.
Clonshire Equestrian Training & Fox Hunting in Ireland
Adare, Ireland
Cross country, dressage training, show jumping, flatwork, summer horse camp for kids and fox hunting in Ireland at Clonshire in Adare Village, voted Ireland's prettiest village.
Castle Leslie Ireland Equestrian Vacations
Glaslough, Ireland
Stay at one of Ireland’s great castles still inhabited by its eccentric founding family and enjoy a dream equestrian vacation: Cross country course, indoor jumping arena, gentle countryside hacks, riding lessons for beginners and advanced riders, fine cuisine, cooking classes, the spa and fishing.
Maui Horseback Riding Vacation
Kaanapali Beach, Maui
Experience disvers horseback riding in Maui at a working ranch, into the crater of a volcano, and a West Maui Mountains Sunset Ride, along with four nights hotel and breakfast daily at the Kaanapali Beach Hotel, a car rental for entire stay, and all taxes except on the car.
Vermont Icelandic Inn Ride
Mad River Valley, Vermont
Spend two to six days riding strong Icelandic horses in the Mad River Valley of Vermont, crossing beautiful meadows, sparkling streams, country lanes, and quiet forests and spending nights at a quaint, country inn.
Big Island Horseback Riding Vacation
Hawaii
Experience three different horseback riding adventures along with four nights hotel and breakfast daily at the Hilton Waikoloa resort on the stunning Kohala Coast, a car rental for entire stay, and all taxes except on the car on this Hawaii’s Big Island Self Drive Equestrian Vacation.
Kerry Ireland Horse Vacation - Mountains & Beach
Killarney, Ireland
Explore Ireland's famous Ring of Kerry with its lakes, mountains and golden sandy beaches on a six night or two night riding vacation, staying in B&B's and small hotels to experience life in this stunning area of Ireland.
Jordan Bedouin Trek & Classic Tour
Amman, Jordan
Combine horse riding in Jordan's Wadi Rum Desert with magical Petra and a float in the Dead Sea with this eco-friendly outfitter. Learn about the Bedouins and Jordanian culture and food.
Uruguay Estancia Tour All Inclusive
Various Locations, Uruguay
This all inclusive 9 day, 8 night tour takes riders to two different family-owned estancias, as well as sightseeing in the capital city of Montevideo, to Uruguay’s oldest town Colonia de Sacramento and to the beach area of Punta del Este on the vibrant coast.
Mount Juliet Ireland Equestrian Vacations
Thomastown, Ireland
Experience horse riding, golf, the spa and more at one of Ireland’s oldest standing sporting estates. Special lessons in flatwork, jumping and cross-country, fox hunting in Ireland and more.
Utah Canyonlands - Horseback Riding Utah
Southern Utah, United States
Horse riding vacations in Capitol Reef National Park, San Rafael Swell or combine riding with whitewater rafting with awesome backcountry outfitters in Utah Canyonlands.
Turkey - Cappadocia Horse Riding & Istanbul
Various Locations, Turkey
Combine horseback riding to ancient villages and through the exotic fairy chimneys of Cappadocia with a city break to see the top sights of bustling Istanbul. Camp or stay in boutique hotels or pensions.
Wyoming Dude Ranch Vacation
Dubois, Wyoming, United States
Ride horses at an authentic dude ranch in the beautiful Shoshone National Forest two hours east of Jackson Hole with horseback riding, fly fishing, relaxation in the great outdoors and short horse pack trips.
Ireland Training, Trails & Medieval Village Ride
Cooley Peninsula, Ireland
Combine lessons in dressage, cross country jumping, show jumping or flatwork with a two day overnight trek to the medieval town of Carlingford with its charming pubs and restaurants.
Vermont Mountain Top Inn Riding Vacation
Chittenden, Vermont, United States
Stay in a classic mountain lodge and take lessons and enjoy horseback riding in Vermont at the Mountain Top Inn’s 350-acre resort, nestled amid the Green Mountains in Vermont.
Iceland Horse Riding Vacations
Various Locations, Iceland
Ride strong Viking horses throughout Iceland on short or long equestrian vacations that mix horse riding with Iceland’s top sights including the Golden Circle and cultural immersion adventures like horse round-ups and horse drives.
Galway Riding Holidays in Ireland
County Clare, Ireland
Experience Ireland’s castles, pubs and history from a 300-year-old farmhouse near the River Shannon or take a progressive trail riding vacation through the Burren to the Cliffs of Moher and the Atlantic Coast.
Spain Dressage Training & Trail Riding
Andalucia, Spain
A longtime British Horse Society approved center in the heart of Andalucia that specializes in dressage training, riding on the beach and the Seville countryside, and special trips to see performances of the dancing horses at the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art in Jerez.
Colorado Ranch Vacation
Durango, Colorado, United States
Just 35 miles northeast of the western town of Durango, experience the best of southwest Colorado with a six or three night all-inclusive family ranch vacation, special cowgirl camps and adult only ranch vacations.
Wales Countryside Ride
Carmarthenshire, Wales
Ride strong Welsh Cobs through the rural countryside, beautiful Cambrian Mountains and to a local pub with a family owned and run British Horse Society approved riding center. Special Welsh Cob Stud Farm visit and Carreg Cennen Castle.
Canadian Rockies Horse Pack Trips
Alberta, Canada
Explore the high and rugged Canadian Rockies in authentic pioneer style and spirit camping out under the stars or in a luxury log cabin with this longtime outfitter. Trips range from 4 to 7 days and beginning to advanced abilities.
The Best of Costa Rica Horse Riding
San Carlos, Costa Rica
This Costa Rica horse riding vacation encompasses the best of Costa Rica including Arenal Volcano, Cloud Forests, wildlife, Cabalgatas and hot springs on your own private tour.
Alaska Horse Riding Vacation
Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, United States
A short horse pack trip to historic cabins in the mountains of the Chugach Forest on the Kenai Peninsula. Designed for small private groups of two to six people. Beginning to Advanced riders. Great for pairing with a cruise or other Alaska adventures.
Banff Pack & Lodge Trips
Alberta, Canada
Pack and lodge trips suitable for all riding abilities into the wilderness of Banff National Park, the oldest national park in Canada.
New Mexico Working Ranch Vacation
GIla, New Mexico, United States
Working ranch vacation by the Gila National Forest. Women only Cowgirl Camps, Cattle Roundups, and Regular Ranch Weeks to improve riding skills and try barrel racing, team penning, branding and cattle work.