Where to Ride Quiet Country: the 15 Best Countryside Horse Rides

1.Siena: Horseback Riding Tour in the Tuscany Countryside

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 321 reviews · 1 hour · from $82Our pick

Ride gentle, well-trained horses through the Tuscan countryside from Colle Pinzuto near Siena. Beginner instruction, helmets, and a small group of up to seven make this a relaxed introduction to riding. Guides such as Julio and Giulio lead you past vineyards, olive groves, rivers, and cypress-lined roads, with optional picnic and winery add-ons.

“My daughter and I had a great time riding even I've only done it once before. Julio was friendly. Only quivvle is that Google maps location may nee dto be updated as it didn't lead me close enough to the meeting location.”

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2.Aruba Countryside: Horseback Adventure to Urirama Cove

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 249 reviews · from $115

Ride from Rancho Notorious through Aruba’s rocky cactus country to Urirama Cove, a secluded northeast-coast beach. Guides such as Nelson, Max, and Saya stay with the group, help beginners, and take photos. Hotel or cruise-port pickup, helmets, instruction, and a 90-minute ride are included.

“The tour guide took many pictures of us on our horses. The scenery was beautiful and the ride was fun.”

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3.Cruseilles: Horseback Riding in the Countryside

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 88 reviews · 1 hour · from $46

Ride for one hour through the Savoyard countryside with a small group of up to eight. Guides such as Amandine and Alex adapt the pace for beginners and experienced riders, sharing local stories as you pass hills, farms, forests, and mountain views. Finish by brushing and feeding your horse if you wish.

“We had a wonderful time horseback riding in Cruseilles! The route was beautiful and really enjoyable. Alex was very friendly, patient, and instructive — he explained everything clearly and made sure we felt safe and comfortable throughout the entire hour. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fun and relaxing riding experience!”

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4.Beach & countryside horse riding outside Westport. Guided. 1 hour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $102Top rated

Ride for one hour from Carrowholly Stables outside Westport to the shores of Clew Bay. Guides such as Helena, Emily, Alex, and others provide patient instruction for beginners, while experienced riders may trot or canter when conditions allow. Look for seals at Seal Rock, see Dorinish Island, and ride through shallow water when the tide permits.

“This was a lovely, scenic ride through the countryside outside Westport. I was pleasantly surprised that they encouraged even the novices to get up into a trot for some portions and that we got to traverse a shallow bay.”

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5.Catania: Guided Horseback Ride in Misterbianco Countryside

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 51 reviews · 1 hour · from $49

Spend one hour on horseback in Misterbianco’s countryside with an English or Italian-speaking ENGEA guide. Learn basic riding and safety skills, then follow rural trails through citrus orchards and old olive groves, with views toward Mount Etna, the Ionian Sea, and nearby Etnean villages. Helmets, insurance, and smartphone photos are included.

“Thanks for your review! We're so glad the experience went well and you had such a pleasant time. Knowing that everything met your expectations is our greatest satisfaction. Thanks again for your feedback and hopefully see you soon for a new experience!”

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6.Hveragerdi: Countryside Charm Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 34 reviews · 1 hour · from $96

Meet friendly Icelandic horses at Eldhestar’s Vellir farm, learn the riding basics, then follow good paths through Ölfus meadows and farmland. English-speaking guides, helmets, rain gear, and winter overalls are included. No riding experience is needed, but children must be at least 7 and backpacks cannot go on horseback.

“We had a wonderful experience. The staff and horses were a delight. They”

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7.Algarve Horseriding tour in the countryside of Aljezur Rogil

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $82

Join Alina at her small farm near Perdigão, Rogil, for a 1.5-hour ride through the Costa Vicentina countryside. Gentle horses, helmets, safety gear, and insurance are included. You may arrive early to help groom and saddle your horse. Groups are limited to three, with rides led in German, English, or Portuguese.

“Het was super! Super leuke paarden en lieve paarden, ze hebben daar een goed leven en worden goed verzorgd!”

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8.One-Hour Horseback Riding Tour in the Icelandic Countryside

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · from $94

Meet at Hótel Eldhestar near Ölfus for a one-hour ride around the farm’s meadows and riding paths. You’ll get a brief introduction to Icelandic horses, gentle countryside riding, and a small-group outing capped at 15 people. The 120-kilogram weight limit and weather policy are worth checking before booking.

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9.Lake Garda: 2 hours Horseback Ride in the Countryside

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 2 hours · from $93

Meet your horse at A.S.D. CS Ranch Eventi, then ride with an English or Italian-speaking guide through the countryside around Lazise, Colà di Lazise, and Castelnuovo del Garda. Calm horses suit beginners, while experienced riders may get a light gallop. Guide Charlie has earned praise for his patient, reassuring approach.

“The ride was beautiful! We were riding amongst vineyards in the sunset, the views were amazing :) The animals on the ranch are adorable, the horse Lady is very calm and therapeutic and there is a very cuddly dog Bianca”

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10.Horse Riding in the Countryside

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $54

Ride 6 km through a rural property dating from around 1700 on a calm, well-trained horse. Gonçalo may guide you, offering clear help to beginners while pointing out local flora, fauna, and birdwatching spots. The one-hour ride returns to the stable and suits most participants.

“Had the best time horseback riding in the countryside! My friend and I booked it easily and when we got there the staff was so helpful and the horses were amazing! We also got to take a little tour of the stables and saw some other animals as well. Great experience, highly recommend!”

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11.Experience Countryside of Iceland by Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 16 reviews · from $207

Ride an Icelandic horse through the countryside near Þorlákshöfn, about 45 minutes from Reykjavik. Guides Magnus, often called Maggi, and Sigrún adjust the pace for beginners and experienced riders. Expect beaches, lava fields, grass banks, mountain views, helmets, snacks, and possible coffee afterward.

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12.Horseback Riding with Pic Nic in Lazise Countryside

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $156

Ride calm horses for about three hours through the Lazise and Colà countryside, then stop at Apicoltura Morati for wine, honey, and local food under the vines. The group is limited to three people. The riding guide speaks limited English, while the tasting host explains the farm and its produce in English.

“great experience, so calm and cool horses and the hosts are the best. Welcoming and funny, great wine and a really nice atmosphere. The wine lady are so friendly and it felt so comfortable, she showed us around the farm. We drank 2 bottles of wine just me and my friend, and got some nice homebaked appetizers. really recommend!!!! only negative thing is that you didn’t get a helmet. Even if the horses are the coolest everything can happen. But overall, so grateful for this!!! 👌🏼👌🏼”

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13.Horse Back Riding With Danitours Montain Rural Areas And Sand Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 12 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet Danitours at your hotel lobby, airport, or port for a roughly two-hour horseback ride through Manzanillo’s rural mountain areas, farms, jungle, lagoon country, and beach. Guides such as Pipe and Luis lead the ride, while Dani handles local transport and arrangements. English is offered, and groups can reach 15 people.

“Riding around the ranches and seeing the local farms plus Luis’s dogs following along. Great horses trained very well!”

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14.Crete Horse Riding: Cretan Countryside Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 1 hour · from $68

Meet your horse and English, German, or Greek-speaking guide at Plakias Horse Riding Center. After a short safety briefing, you’ll ride gentle paths through ancient olive groves in a group of up to six. The horses are well trained, and the pace suits beginners, though the one-hour ride can feel slow if you want a faster equestrian outing.

“It was fantastic. The guide was professional and very friendly. It was my first time riding and my English is poor, but the guide still managed to organize a wonderful riding trip for me and my daughter. The horses are very well trained and the stables are very clean. Everyone was very friendly to us, and I immediately felt at ease. I am grateful for this wonderful experience.”

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15.Beach Horse Ride with countryside amber cove & Taino Bay

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · from $90

Meet your saddled horse at a ranch outside Puerto Plata, then ride with experienced guides through tropical countryside and along the beach. Port pickup and drop-off come in an air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi. The staff, including Mara and a photographer, help make this a friendly choice for animal lovers. The group is limited to 20 people.

“The guides were great and so was the photographer along with the rest of the staff especially Mara. The horses were well trained and we had dogs with us on the whole trip. Being an animal lover I was in heaven.”

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