Best Florence Horseback Riding Tours — Our Top 15

1.Horseback Ride in S.Gimignano with Tuscan Lunch Chianti Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 453 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $229Our pick

Leave Florence for a relaxed day in the Tuscan countryside. You’ll ride a calm horse for about an hour, explore medieval San Gimignano, then sit down to local food, olive oil, and several Chianti wines. Guides such as Daniele, Giacomo, Lorenzo, and Medhi are known for adding history, humor, and helpful photo stops. The group is limited to eight.

“Giacomo was an amazing guide! The whole experience was incredible for our family of 7. We cannot recommend this enough!”

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2.Horseback Riding with Wine Tour from Florence

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $229

Spend about eight hours in Tuscany with guides such as Stefano, Daniel, Giacomo, or Christian. Ride gentle horses through the countryside, explore San Gimignano and its 1300 Museum, then enjoy a generous Tuscan lunch and local wine at a family-run winery. Small groups, transport between stops, and no riding experience required.

“My sister and I loved this tour! Our guide Michele was so fun and knowledgeable. The food and wine at the vineyard was fantastic. This is the perfect was to spend a day in Tuscany from Florence. Highly recommend!!!”

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3.Horseback riding & Wine Tasting and snack Lunch at noble Estate

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $356

This private Florence outing pairs a one-hour guided horseback ride with a two-hour visit to a historic Chianti estate. Simona and Marco handle the transfers, while riding guides such as Stefano tailor the pace to your ability. At the winery, you tour medieval cellars and Renaissance rooms before tasting Chianti wines with a Tuscan lunch.

“This trip was so much fun! A lovely break from the city to ride horses and see the best views of the countryside. Simone was the best host & was able to help all of us since we had different skills riding horses. The winery tour with Constance was amazing - she really loves her work & it comes through in everything she talks about - she gave my kids a great wine education, which they loved! Highly recommend this tour!”

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4.From Florence: Horse Ride and Wine Tour at Estate with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 42 reviews · 5 hours · from $377

Leave Florence with Simona or another English-speaking guide for a 1.5-hour ride through southern Chianti. Calm horses suit beginners, while expert riders can request a longer ride. Afterward, tour an old estate, cellars, and vinsantaia, then enjoy pecorino, cured meats, bruschetta, olive oil, and four Chianti and Super Tuscan wines.

“Our tour of the Tuscany vineyards on horseback was an experience I will never forget. The views were breathtaking, absolutely book this tour if you are considering it. Transportation to and from Florence was seamless, and our guides were extremely helpful. None of us had much experience riding horses, but felt extremely comfortable the entire ride. You can book a longer tour if you are more comfortable with riding upon request. The tours are private, which was much appreciated. Our tour was an hour and we finished the day at a vineyard overlooking yet another spectacular view of the region, sipping on incredible wines and indulging on delicious charcuterie. Book…”

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5.Horse ride, Olive Oil and local foods tasting in a Tuscan farm

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $355

Leave Florence by private air-conditioned car for Reggello, where an expert tutor matches you with a suitable horse and leads a one-hour ride through vineyards and olive groves. Then visit a medieval country manor and historic olive presses before an olive-oil tasting, Tuscan lunch, and Chianti wine with your private group.

“One of the highlights of our trip. Beautiful scenic and worthwhile trail ride and tjen on to an excellent amd informative tour with thomas at the olive oil estate in the countryside. We bought olive oil after the tasting and also enjoyed a delicious lunch on the porch overlooking the orchard.”

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6.Florence: Private Horseback Ride with Wine Aperitivo

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 17 reviews · 4 hours · from $328

Meet your English-speaking guide and calm horse at a Tuscan farm after pickup near Florence’s National Library. Ride quiet country trails for one hour, then enjoy local wine, cheeses, cured meats, and seasonal farm fare. The private format suits beginners, with guides such as David and Seif offering hands-on support.

“Frank and Luka were great. Route was wonderful and horses were well-cared!”

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7.Florence: Private Horseback Ride with Tuscan Lunch or Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 5 hours · from $317

Leave Florence with a private driver for Pontassieve, where a calm horse, an English-speaking guide, and a one-hour ride lead through vineyards, olive groves, woods, and open Tuscan country. Afterward, sit down to a farm lunch or dinner. Guides have included David and Luca, with drivers such as Zac and Francisco.

“The location is beautiful and everyone was so welcoming. The experience was wonderful and we absolutely got our money’s worth! We were so impressed at the value of this activity. Our driver was so lovely and our guide (Luca) was great! He took photos for us and even helped us shoot some video with our camera! I am an experienced rider, but my husband is not. He could have used some more clear instructions on basic riding because he was a bit confused and nervous. However, he still really enjoyed himself once he got out on the trail and we saw the countryside on horseback. The horses were calm and…”

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8.Horseback Riding in the Vineyards

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $96

Leave Florence for a 90-minute ride through Torre a Cona’s vineyards, olive groves, woods, and cypress-lined paths. At Crazy Horse Ranch, you get a helmet, safety briefing, about 25 minutes of practice, and a guided hour on horseback. No riding experience is needed. The group is limited to eight, with horses such as Athos and Codu available.

“This was truly incredible. Everyone at the ranch was so kind and helpful, and the views are so beautiful and peaceful. My horse, Athos, was absolutely delightful. I would recommend this for anyone who wants to experience Italy in a different way, and I’ll definitely be back!”

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9.Horseback ride and gourmet cuisine in a historic food shop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $355

Leave Florence with a private car and driver, ride for about an hour through Chianti with guide Luca, then sit down to Tuscan lunch and Chianti wine. Simona and Marco handle the transfers, while the quiet countryside ride passes cypress trees, vineyards, olive groves, and old country estates.

“Words can not describe this experience from the outset you are treated like royalty. The wonderful Simone picked us up from town we rendezvoused with the awesome Marco who drove us to the picturesque farm where we met Luca our guide. He led us on an hour-long ride where we saw things that had previously only been in our minds. As if this wasn't enough they then took us to the most wonderful restaurant with amazing views, after all this, they returned us back to town. This is a must-do experience with wonderful people, food, and views that will knock your socks off.”

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10.3 Hour Horse Ride to a Castle for Wine Tasting and snack Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $830

Ride 3 to 4 hours through the vineyards and olive groves of the Florentine hills with a horse guide, then visit a medieval wine estate for a Tuscan lunch and tasting of three to four wines. Simona and her team handle the private Florence transfers, while guides help riders of different skill levels.

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11.From Florence: Horseback Ride and Olive Oil and food tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 8 reviews · 5 hours · from $377

Leave Florence for a one-hour guided ride through Chianti vineyards and olive groves, then visit a historic olive oil estate. You’ll taste organic extra virgin olive oil, cheeses, bruschetta, cold cuts, and Chianti wine. Private groups, English instruction, and guides such as Simona make this a personal countryside outing.

“Exceptional activity. Very pleasant hosts, lovely surroundings, enjoyable horse ride. Lunch and touring an olive oil processing facility were icing on the cake. I would definitely recommend this activity for anyone with riding experience who wants to venture outside of Florence and do something a bit out of the ordinary. The Chianti hills were beautiful.”

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12.Horseback ride and Poolside Day chillout with Tuscan Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $504

Leave Florence at 9:30am for a private day in the Chianti hills. Simona and a private driver take you to a country resort for a guided horseback ride with Ester, pool time, and a homemade Tuscan lunch with Chianti wine. Novice riders are welcome, and an optional wine and olive oil stop may be arranged before you return.

“This tour was the highlight of our trip. Simona and her driver were amazing. Very knowledgeable of the area. The home we went to was beautiful, the views were unbelievable. We had a thorough lesson with Ester who was very patient and knowledgeable. The horses were beautiful and well kept. The homemade family style meal was so good. The owners of the house were very welcoming. The pool was refreshing and clean with an amazing view. We very much recommend this tour.”

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13.Horse ride in the Mugello (transfer from / to Florence) and Tuscan aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $319

Travel from Florence to Mugello in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, then ride for 90 minutes with a qualified equestrian guide through rolling Tuscan countryside. Afterward, enjoy an aperitif of cold cuts, cheeses, bread, sun-dried tomatoes, and a glass of wine. Groups are limited to four.

“Highlight of our Italy trip. Beautiful way to see the countryside in Tuscany: rolling hills, sunflower fields, quaint stone farms, and a lake. We even rode through the village to a bar and had a drink and delicious meats, cheeses, bread and sun dried tomatoes. Really appreciated that they accommodated our request to move the ride earlier due to the extreme heat.”

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14.Horseback Riding with Wine Tour from Florence

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5 reviews · 7 hours · from $235

Leave Florence in an air-conditioned eight-seat minivan for a one-hour horseback ride through Chianti vineyards and olive groves. Visit San Gimignano, then enjoy a light Tuscan lunch with Chianti wine, balsamic vinegar, and extra-virgin olive oil tastings. English, Italian, and Spanish guides lead the day, with Lorenzo among the praised guides.

“Wycieczka cudowna, same atrakcje i lokalizacja jak z bajki ale przewodnik zrobił z tego tak świetne wspomnienie, którego na pewno nie zapomnę do końca życia!!!! Koszt wycieczki jest w 1000% adekwatny i nawet powiedziałabym że za niski jak na to co otrzymałyśmy. Polecam z całego serca”

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15.Florence: Tuscan Countryside Horseback Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 1 hour · from $68Best value

Ride for one hour through the rolling hills of Pelago, a few kilometers from Florence, with an Italian or English-speaking instructor. Gentle horses, supplied riding gear, and small groups of up to eight make this a friendly choice for first-time riders and children aged 10 and up. Add an aperitif after your ride.

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