WORLDWIDE · HORSES
Good lava-field horse riding fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Ride Icelandic horses across Redhills lava fields near Reykjavik, with friendly guides, flexible riding levels, gear, and optional hotel pickup.
“Wonderful trip would recommend it to everyone. Staff was excellent.!!!”
Ride Icelandic horses through lava fields near Reykjavík, with warm gear, friendly guides, optional pickup, and the smooth tölt gait.
“what an absolutely amazing day . horses are well looked after and staff are amazing!!”
Explore Pompeii with an archaeologist, enjoy a Vesuvius vineyard lunch and wine tasting, then ride horseback through volcanic-country trails.
“The brothers that run this tour, Gennaro and Giuseppe are simply the best and i onlynwish i could go back every monti for dinner. They went above and beyond to help me with an issue and they are so vet kind and warm. The Wine tasting and food were wonderful, and horseback riding was a treat! I originali bookshop this because of Pompei tour for my friend, which Teresa Made so interesting, but the true highlight was a wonderful afternoon at their farm on Vesuvius.”
Ride Icelandic horses through 5,000-year-old lava fields near Reykjavik with friendly guides, flexible times, pickup, and gear for all levels.
“Great experience. Very helpful and friendly staff. Excellent opportunity to see the wonderful landscape of Iceland on the majestic Icelandic horse”
Ride Icelandic horses through Rauðhólar and Hólsmheiði near Reykjavik, with hotel pickup, small groups, hot drinks, and expert guides.
“our tour consistent of 4 tourists and one specific guide, while two other employees of the stables also joined. They took care of us at any level of experience. The owner of the horses has won countless awards and the horses are very well trained.”
Review of Iceland’s Silver Circle tour from Reykjavik, with waterfalls, hot springs, horses, Reykholt, and a guided lava cave visit.
“Great way to start a trip in Iceland. Thor was fantastic with a great sense of humor and made us laugh. Good balance between commentary and just letting people relax. Lots of fun facts and beautiful scenery. There is a younger blonde girl from Ireland and Nial (I think was his name) that were a real treat at the cave. They really made the experience so it didn't feel like you were just looking at a hole in the ground. Would recommend.”
Review of Vesuvius horseback riding near Pompeii, with vineyard trails, bay views, beginner-friendly horses, pricing, logistics, and practical tips.
“Giuseppe and his family took good care of us. I am an inexperienced horse rider. But, the horses are gentle and know the trail which made me feel safe and less nervous. And, Giuseppe was there to instruct us along the way.”
Ride horseback through Vesuvius National Park, enjoy Naples Bay views, and taste family-made wine on this small-group adventure.
“Absolutely cannot highly recommend this activity enough!! Just incredible, worth every cent!! Guide was amazing, very patient and ensured we were all ok at all times. DO NOT MISS THIS IF IN NAPLES”
Explore West Iceland on a 10-hour tour with lava caves, waterfalls, hot springs, horses, Reykholt, and a small group of up to 19.
“It was a great day. David was informative and kind and super funny.”
Review of a private Etna horseback riding tour from Taormina, with countryside views, local wine, Sicilian lunch, transport, and practical tips.
“We could not recommend this tour more! Everything about our experience--from the tour guide, Marco, to the food at the farmhouse--was wonderful. Our guide was knowledgeable and accommodating, pointing out notable attractions in the area and even sharing fresh oranges with us from his own garden! The horseback riding tour was beautiful and the food was INCREDIBLE! The owner of the farmhouse and restaurant was so welcoming and everyone we encountered was so kind!”
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