The World’s 10 Best Private Horseback Riding Tours in Spain

1.Private Horse Ride in Madrid natural park reserve

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · from $112Our pick

Ride through Sierra de Guadarrama with an English-speaking guide, often led by Ignacio, on a private 2 to 3 hour trail ride from Los Molinos. Routes can be adjusted for beginners or stronger riders, with pine forests, open fields, mountain climbs, rocky descents, and snacks included. Madrid transfers are available on request.

“It was an amazing experience. I recommend! The view is absolutely wonderful. The staff is so sweet and kind.”

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2.PRIVATE Horseback Ride + Tapas + Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 9 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $347

Leave Barcelona by private air-conditioned car or minivan for Penedès, where a guide leads you on a scenic horseback ride through vineyards and hills. Then enjoy regional pica pica tapas in the countryside. The experience runs from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with English, Spanish, Catalan, or French guidance.

“This was by far the best tour we had in Barcelona! The booking process was easy and the provider was easy to communicate with and answered all our questions when booking. Our guide, Giacomo, was so knowledgeable about the region, the wine, the wine making process and everything about our tour. It was specially exceptional because we were the only ones on the whole tour, we had a private transfer to and from the tour, a private horse ride and a private lunch in the countryside of Penedes. The drive to and from was easy. Giacomo was a fantastic guide. Our horse riding experience started at a traditional Spanish horse…”

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3.Horseback riding and wine tour (private tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $180

Leave Valencia for Utiel-Requena, where Elise from Combina con Vino organizes a 45-minute guided horseback ride through the countryside, followed by a tasting of three wines chosen from a wider selection. The private tour lasts about six hours, runs in English, and is limited to three people.

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4.Horseback Ride, Penedes, Wine Tasting & Tapas Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $958

Leave Barcelona by private air-conditioned vehicle for a beginner-friendly horseback ride near Pacs del Penedès, followed by a guided Parés Baltà winery visit and wine-and-tapas tasting. Laia leads the winery portion, while the riding guide adapts to different ability levels. Hotel and rental-flat pickup is included.

“Horseback raising was amazing, beautiful and the guide was really helpful. Adapted to all levels of ability. Laia, the winery and tapas guide was the best! So kind, helpful and full of knowledge. We really enjoyed this visit!”

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5.Tenerife South: Private Horseback Ride to the Coast

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 6 reviews · 2 hours · from $265

Ride for two private hours from Xanadu Tenerife to Costa del Silencio with an English or Spanish-speaking instructor. You will spend about an hour reaching the black volcanic coast and another returning, with free photos and a possible chance to enter the sea if conditions allow. Honest riding experience matters, especially for first-timers.

“First time I have ridden a horse and what an experience the guide was brilliant and knew exactly what the horse was going to do before it did it. I would 100% recommend and would defiantly do it again”

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6.IBIZA: Private Horseback Ride with PICNIC + Hotel Pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4 reviews · 2 hours · from $410

Spend two hours exploring Ibiza’s countryside on horseback, with about one hour in the saddle followed by a picnic in nature. Your private group gets hotel pickup and drop-off, an English or Spanish-speaking guide, riding equipment, and a route matched to your experience. Riders must be at least 12.

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7.Private Horseback Riding in Pedriza NP & Transport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 5 hours · from $306

Leave Madrid for a private horseback ride near La Pedriza in Sierra de Guadarrama National Park. You’ll ride well-cared-for horses along forest paths, meadows, granite formations, and old livestock routes with an English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide. Marie may lead French-speaking groups. The package includes transport, equipment, insurance, and pickup.

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8.Horse Riding Madrid Natural Park Private trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Ride from Collado Mediano into Madrid’s mountain country on a private 2.5-hour outing. Guides and qualified equestrian tourism staff accompany you along dirt roads, rocky paths, grass, and uphill tracks. Mariano is praised for his care with horses and beginners. Helmets, water, and insurance are included.

“Everyone in the group was riding for the first time, but everyone really enjoyed it. We went at a comfortable pace for everyone. The route was very beautiful: mountains, valleys, lakes. Even though it was raining, the ride was romantic in its oRead more”

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9.Andalucia Bull and Horse Farm and Ronda Private Tour from Malaga

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $413

Travel by private air-conditioned minivan from Malaga to Reservatauro Ronda, where a guide introduces you to Andalusian horses and fighting bulls at pasture. After wine and tapas, continue to Ronda for its bull ring, gorge, and Puente Nuevo. The six-hour tour requires at least two people and is for ages 18 and older.

“Highly recommended. It was one of the highlights our time in Spain. Special thanks to our guide Thomas for a perfect day.”

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10.Horseback riding route through Doñana + visit to El Rocio-Private tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $266

Leave Seville at 10:00 a.m. in an air-conditioned vehicle for Doñana National Park, Matalascañas, and El Rocío. The day combines a guided horseback ride near the coast with the village and sanctuary of El Rocío. The group is limited to eight, and lunch is not included.

“Was a lovely experience.. couldn't give 5 stars as I was led to believe by photos and description that we would be riding the horses along the beach during sunset, which didn't happen.. regardless, it was a great experience..”

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