Greece · HORSES
The 15 best horse riding you can book today, with what each costs, how long it takes and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason.
Ride calm horses through Santorini’s Vlychada fields and black sand beaches with Manos and Barbara from Efippos. 1.5 hours, small group.
“The owners/guides were fantastic! Knowledgeable, helpful, eager to make it a positive and special experience. Appreciated the mini photoshoot (using our phone).”
Ride through Crete’s Finikia mountains and refuel with a homemade Cretan lunch or dinner plus wine, on a farm run by horse lovers.
“the horse riding was 10/10. it was our first time riding and everything was well explained. but what made our expirance so good where the amazing people that organized the trip. kind, funny and made a group of strangers feel like a family. The food was all homemade delicious and there was more than enaugh. all around we had a perfect day.”
Ride calm horses along Santorini’s volcanic paths and into the black sand of Eros, capped at 6 riders and photo-ready on your device.
“It’s more of a leisurely stroll down to the black beach and back. The hosts were very nice. Was nice that they helped make pick up/drop off accommodations.”
Guided horseback ride from Akrotiri area to a volcanic beach near Vlychada, with small-group guides, photo stops, and easy instructions.
“Beautiful ride to the beach and a warm treatment from the team. Thanks to the host to Angelina and her guidage and description through the trip and to Maya aa q cool horse”
Guided horse ride from Finikia in Crete with Giouhtas views and Agios Silas village, 3 hours for $70, beginners welcome.
“The horse riding was brilliant and we really enjoyed ourselves. The hosts were more than friendly and their English was excellent. We would recommend to anyone! So far favourite activity whilst on holiday”
Slow horseback ride on Rhodes east coast with sea views, helmets and water included, plus free digital photos in a small group.
“We were picked up promptly and taken to the ranch by Nik. The morning walk to the beach was lovely and Zoe & Raven our horses were really calm and easy to ride. We had some lovely photos taken at the waters edge. Would definitely recommend”
Ride calm horses along Kos’ sandy shoreline with a guide, plus a salt-lake stop and photos, in about 1 hour.
“our sunset ride was postponed so we couldn’t see the sunset on the horses but the experience made up for that! super lovely and friendly guide; he always made sure that everyone was fine and that nobody had to do anything they didn't want to; galloping on the beach felt like a film scene”
Ride Santorini’s volcanic canyons and Black Sandy Eros Beach on a guided 1.5-hour horseback tour from Vlychada, with a mini lesson.
“Excellent, patient guide and scenery that made you feel a part of Santorini”
A 1.5-hour Santorini horseback ride through vineyards and down to the beach. Small group, trained horses, and photo stops.
“It was a dream coming true, one of the most beautiful experiences. The guide was very kind and helped us. Totally recommend it!”
Ride through Paroikia’s hidden trails at 9:00 a.m., learn horseback basics, and enjoy an easy 1-hour scenic loop with a snack.
“We had the absolute best time. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The family turned business made us feel like family. We had a chance to interact with the horses beforehand as well meet their lovely dog Diego who even followed up on our horseback ride. The guides took the time to take pictures of us, provide drinks before/after the ride and made sure we were doing okay. Highly recommend to anyone visiting this area!”
Extreme horseback safari in Santorini: gallop on black sand at Eros Beach, canyon trails, and cliff-top caldera views. Small group, 2 hours.
“Excellent ride, only for the skilled rider. Several photo ops and covered a lot of ground. Suprise at the end….trotted through the cobblestone streets in the historic section of the town where the ride is based. Guide was patient, a good photographer, and more than able.”
Rhodes sunset horseback ride on a quiet beach, small group of 6, calm horses, and free photos and videos in 1 hour.
“Such an amazing and fun tour Horses very looked after you can genuinely see and feel the love for the horses by the guides Guides friendly warm and inviting There was a little hiccup with the transfer to the tour bur very quickly rectified The only thing I’d say- the pictures felt a bit rushed - more than one person should be taking them and they should be taken on a professional camera - not a phone Other than that cannot complain !”
Sunset horseback ride through Paros countryside in Kakapetra, guided in English. Calm horses, small group, 1.5 hours, great photo views.
“It was so beautiful riding off the roads up the rocks and through the fields while watching the son go down! And an added bonus was that the adorable doggie mascot of theirs followed along side us the whole way! If we ever come back to Paros we would love to try the beach walk they offer in the AM!”
Ride into Meteora's sunset on gentle horses from Kastraki. Small group, helmet included, 1.5 hours with stories of monks.
“It was great to see Meterora from the ground looking up in the countryside. It was relaxing, fun and the guides were brilliant, they put a nervous novice at ease whilst telling us about the area and what life is like”
Morning horseback ride through Meteora to Monastery of Ipapanti, small groups, gentle horses, and big views from the trail.
“Amazing experience where you could ride a horse through the mountains. The horses were beautiful and kind so it was easy to ride with the horse. The guide is also a very friendly person who provided me with water and thought me how to ride a horse. Definitely recommend it to everyone who wants to have an adventure in Greece.”
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