8 days, 7 nights, 6 days of horse riding / 5 days, 4 nights, 3 days of horse riding
The plan for the week is to have three half-day rides and three all day rides. The itinerary is subject to change according to weather conditions to ensure the best riding experience.
Highlights
- Riding the sweet and well trained Lusitano and Lusitano-cross horses
- Observation of wild Garrano horse herds during the rides
- Ride in the wild and beautiful nature of the Peneda-Gerês National Park
- Small groups of riders
- A mix of fast and calm rides according to the group
- Excellent food and wine
This tour will run near the northern border between Portugal and Spain, inside Peneda-Gerês National Park. As a UNESCO biosphere reserve, this region is distant from the usual tourist getaways. You still can find oxes pulling the plough and the local breed of Castro Laboreiro dogs guarding herds of cows.
The wild Garrano horses share the mountain with the Iberian wolf. Even though the wolf is a rare sight, the wild Garrano horses will often appear during the rides, to investigate who we are, and what we are doing in their territory.
Run by a family in love with horses, this tour will give you the chance to ride the friendly and beautiful Lusitano horses in mountain trails. Mainly in soft grass, these trails allow fast canters or simply a calm walking ride enjoying the stunning landscape. Not only for expert riders but a confident rider is required.
Our base will be a house in a hamlet from the 19th century, now restored for a modern holiday accomodation. Surrounded by the mountains and with the river flowing nearby, the house will allow that you enjoy your holidays like a retreat, within a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. The dinners, served in the house, will be 2 or 3-course meals of traditional Portuguese cuisine. You will have the chance to taste a wonderful local cheese and drink “Alvarinho” wine – considered by international experts as one of the best “Vinho Verdes” in the world. The lunches will be served in the house, at the stables or in nature, enjoying a delightful picnic. You will also be invited to one of the local restaurants.
For non-riders, different activities can be arranged. Walking, cycling or some cultural visits. Everything is guided by experienced and friendly local guides.
This tour run from Saturday to Saturday / Saturday to Wednesday. For different dates please contact our office.
The weight limit is 85 kg ready to ride.
Difficulty
For intermediare, strong intermediare and advanced riders.
What is included
- 7 or 4 nights with breakfast
- 6 or 3 days of riding according to the day-to-day schedule
- 7 or 4 dinners of Portuguese cuisine
- Wine included in the meals
- 6 or 3 lunches
What is not included
- Drinks and snacks outside the meals
- Plane tickets
- Transfer from and to Porto airport – to be paid locally
HORSE HOLIDAYS PORTUGAL 