Where to Ride: the 15 Best Greece Horseback Riding Tours

1.Horse Riding Trip to Black Sandy Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,308 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $100Our pick

Ride with Manos, Barbara, Alex, or Emanuel from the Efippos center through the fields near Vlichada and along the volcanic black-sand beach. You’ll receive basic instruction, ride in a group of up to six, pause for photos, and enjoy a calm shoreline route suited to beginners. Bring sun protection and arrange your own taxi or car.

“Amazing experience! It’s a family owned business. Barbara and Manos were absolutely amazing!! They were so sweet and made you feel like part of the family. The horse riding was incredible. I would 10/10 recommend”

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2.Finikia Horse Riding Tour with Lunch or Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,231 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $94

Join Gregory, Irene, George, and their team at Finikia Horseriding for a relaxed two-hour mountain ride suited to beginners and experienced riders. After a safety lesson and a break above the olive groves, return to the farm for homemade Cretan food, fruit, and wine. Afternoon rides may finish under the moonlight.

“We had the best time! The horses are great, the hosts are so friendly and the food is amazing!”

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3.Santorini Horse Riding to Black Sandy Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,010 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102Top rated

Start at the Efippos stable near Vlychada Beach with a short riding lesson, safety gear, and a calm horse chosen for you. Barbara, Manos, Alex, or another guide leads your small group through volcanic terrain to black Eros Beach, where you ride beside and into the water and receive photos taken on your device.

“We had the best time during our horse riding experience along black beach. A family owned business, Barbara, Manuel, and Manuel's brother were So warm and welcoming! We were first time riders and the horses were so sweet! Manuel took some great pictures of us and it was àn overall great experience.”

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4.Akrotiri: Guided Horseback Riding Day Trip to a Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 477 reviews · 1 hour · from $88

Ride a well-trained horse from Akrotiri through vineyards, local trails, lava rock, and on to Vlychada Beach. Guides including Thanasis, Minas, Giota, and Raffaela help first-time riders feel safe, take beach photos, and share stories about Santorini. The small group is limited to five, with hotel pickup available for an extra fee.

“Fantastic. Second time I’ve done this on my trips to Santorini. Lovely way to spend the morning and thanks to Giota for all her help.”

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5.Horse Ride in the Cretan Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 385 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Meet Irene and the family team at Finikia Horse Riding Farm, learn the basics, then ride for about two hours through the Cretan hills. You’ll see Giouhtas mountain, Agios Silas village, vineyards, and wide valley views. Beginners ride at a calm pace, while advanced riders may canter briefly when weather allows.

“Wonderful tourguides and staff, they made us feel so confident riding with the horses. The views were incredible too! I cannot recommend this place enough, especially when the horses are looked after so well. Thoroughly impressed with the dogs too, they did a superb job! Extremely accommodating too, with a lot of knowledge to share. We'll definitely come back again.”

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6.Rhodes: Seaside Horseback Riding Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 300 reviews · 1 hour · from $94

Ride from NiVa Horse Ranch to the east-coast beach on a calm, guided one-hour route. English, Greek, and Italian-speaking guides such as Nena and Mykos help beginners feel at ease, while the small group, free photos, bottled water, and optional hotel transfer keep the outing simple.

“The horse ride was lovely, very romantic. Horses were very friendly as well as the guide, who was also very supportive, and we didn’t meet any obstacles as rookies. After the ride we received a ton of photos and videos made by the guide, so now we have some good memories :)”

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7.Kos: Horse Riding Experience on the Beach with Instructor

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 299 reviews · 1 hour · from $88

Ride through the Tigaki area of Kos with an English-speaking instructor, starting with a safety briefing and basic riding lesson. Follow the salt lake toward the sandy beach, pause for photos, and continue along the shoreline before returning to the stable. Small groups, calm horses, and hotel pickup make this a good choice for beginners.

“well what can I say, from the moment we were collected from our hotel everything was perfect, everyone was so friendly. the experience was totally amazing and worth every penny. the guide was amazing and made everyone feel comfortable. we loved every moment of this experience. you could see the horses were well looked after and loved by all”

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8.Horseriding Day Tour with Lunch and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 226 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $94

Join Irene, Gregory, and their family for a 4.5-hour horse-riding trip through the Finikia Mountains. You’ll receive beginner-friendly instruction, ride calm, well-cared-for horses, stop for mountain views and fruit, then share a generous Cretan lunch with house wine. Pickup is available across eastern Heraklion resorts.

“This was a really great experience! The guides were very entertaining and the meal at the end was excellent and plentiful. The horses were all very well behaved and easy to work. If you’re an experienced rider, let them know and they’ll let you gallop or cantor the horses. My only critique is that I wished it was an actual trail ride and not all hardball. But overall amazing experience. Definitely recommended!”

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9.Horseback Riding on the Black Sandy Eros Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 211 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $117

Ride from the family-run stables above Vlychada through dusty volcanic canyons to Eros Beach. A guide introduces you to your horse, explains the basics, and takes cell-phone photos along the shore. The route suits beginners, though experienced riders should book a separate advanced tour.

“Amazing Horseback Riding Experience in Santorini with Palva & Aregula I had such an amazing time horseback riding in Santorini with Palva and the beautiful horse, Aregula. The whole experience was incredibly relaxing, and catching the sunset on horseback was absolutely breathtaking, something I’ll never forget! The black sand beach was stunning and such a unique backdrop for the ride. Palva was a fantastic guide friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire journey feel personal and special. She also recommended visiting the Red Sand Beach and Caldera Beach. Unfortunately, we didn’t have time to see them this trip, but we’re already planning to come back just for that! I would 100%…”

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10.Horseback Riding Tour on the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 171 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $112

Ride for 1.5 hours from the Roloas Horses facility near Akrotiri, passing vineyards and volcanic scenery before reaching the beach. Guides such as Maria, Giota, Lea, and Thanasis help beginners feel safe, match horses to ability, and take photos along the shore. Transport from Fira is available for an extra fee.

“My family loved it. The guides were friendly and the horses were well trained. Would recommend!”

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11.Morning Island Horseback Riding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 124 reviews · 1 hour · from $102

Meet the team at Paros Horse Riding and Donkey Tours 20 minutes before the 9:00 a.m. start. Your English-speaking instructor introduces you to the horse, explains the basics, and leads a one-hour ride through Paroikia’s village roads, fields, valley, and rocky trails. Helmets and a snack are included. Natalia is one guide praised for making first-time riders feel at ease.

“so much fun! my friend and I were complete novices but the guides made it feel effortless. beautiful countryside area and a very chill ride, highly recommend!”

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12.Horse Riding to the Black Sandy Beach (Eros beach)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 115 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $120

Ride from the Megalochori stables through vineyards, volcanic ravines, and southern Santorini to Eros Beach. You’ll receive a helmet and saddlebag, ride beside the black shore, and pause for photos from the cliffs. Guides such as Mohammad and Ahmed have led rides praised for calm horses and patient instruction. The listed ride lasts about 90 minutes.

“Wow this was such a beautiful experience! We were riding on the horses down to the beach and it was a gorgeous scenery everywhere you turn. The trainers are also very kind and knowledgeable, I’m so glad I found their stables it’s a must do in Santorini!”

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13.Horse Riding: Explore Secret Thera

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $72

Ride a calm horse through Megalochori’s quiet lanes and countryside, then stop at a cliffside view of Santorini’s caldera. A local guide leads the horses, provides helmets and water, and may take photos. The ride suits beginners, but expect a gentle walking pace rather than trotting.

“I thought we would be taught how to ride the horses independently, but instead were led on the tour. It was a nice tour and the views of the caldera were stunning, though I think they led us dangerously close to the edge. There were several times we felt our horses might slip off.”

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14.Rhodes Island: Horseback Riding at the Beach During Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 48 reviews · 1 hour · from $94

Join the Troullis Emmanouil-Troullis Savvas O.E. team for a gentle one-hour beach ride timed for sunset. Calm horses, English or German guidance, helmets, drinks, and free photos and videos are included. The pace stays at a walk, making this a good fit for beginners, couples, and riders who want sea views rather than speed.

“Very nice tour. Would highly recommend it. The owners are passionate about their work and take good care of the horses. Very friendly people.”

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15.Horseback Riding Tour at Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 38 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $102

Meet your English-speaking instructor in Kakapetra for a 90-minute sunset ride through fields, rocky paths, and quiet countryside. You will receive a helmet and basic guidance before following scenic routes to a sunset viewpoint. Horses are calm and well cared for, making this a good choice for first-time riders, though closed shoes and long pants are required.

“Highlight of my holiday. Such a great experience. The horses were so calm, happy and obviously loved. The sunset was phenomenal and the guide was awesome. Perfect!!!!”

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