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15 Horse Riding Day Trips Worth Flying For

192 rides  ·  from $6 a rider

Full days rather than an hour at a beach. The 15 below take you far enough to see country you could not otherwise reach, with what each costs and how long you are in the saddle.

Reykjavik: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour - Getting to the stable and preparing for the ride
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Reykjavik: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

1.Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,383 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $142Our pick

Ride 5 to 7 kilometers through the Redhills with Sólhestar Horse Riding, choosing a calm beginner route or a longer ride by Rauðarvatn. Guides pair you with a suitable Icelandic horse, provide helmets and weather gear, and may offer faster riding or tölt sessions for confident riders. Hotel pickup from Reykjavik is optional.

“Waited outside to get picked up. The driver made sure it was all of us. Then drove to the area and it was great. Got suited and changed into boots. Then got on the horses and started on the trip. Would definitely recommend this to anyone. It was great. The view was amazing and the horses were great. Well trained. Easy to guide. The tour people were helpful.”

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Hurghada: Red Sea & Desert Horse Riding Tour with Swimming - Starting at the stable with a calm introduction
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Hurghada: Red Sea & Desert Horse Riding Tour with Swimming

2.Red Sea & Desert Horse Riding Tour with Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,198 reviews · from $20

You’ll ride for about two hours through Hurghada’s desert and along the Red Sea, then choose an optional one-hour swim with your horse. Guides including Karim, Keo, Ameen, and Abdul help beginners, provide helmets and chaps, and take photos. Hotel pickup, refreshments, and a freshly cooked meal are included.

“Very good excursion. Swimming with the horses in the sea was the highlight. Good fun and the tour guides were a good laugh”

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Half-Day Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour in Kentucky - At the horse farms: the most rewarding part
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Half-Day Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour in Kentucky

3.Half-Day Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour in Kentucky

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,924 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45Top rated

Spend about three and a half hours touring Lexington’s Bluegrass horse country in a 14-passenger van. Guides such as Tim, Vicky, Mark, Richard, and John share practical insight into breeding, training, racing, and aftercare. You may visit one or more working farms, meet horses when available, and see Keeneland, though the exact stops can change.

“It was wonderful tour But being an animal lover I wish there was more hands on with the filly n colts ( there was none) And there was a little corner store that’s has been run by family for years wished we could stop there. More stops”

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Cappadocia: Horseback Riding Adventure Tour - Hotel pickup makes the short tour easier
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Cappadocia: Horseback Riding Adventure Tour

4.Horseback Riding Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,881 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $18

Ride through Cappadocia’s valleys on a calm, guided horseback tour with hotel pickup from Göreme, Uçhisar, or Çavuşin. You’ll receive a helmet and safety briefing before following historic rock formations and fairy chimneys. Choose a one or two-hour ride, with daytime, sunset, or sunrise options. First-time riders are welcome, but galloping is not included.

“It was nice experience and people who work there there are funny.”

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Cappadocia: Horseback Tour with Sunrise and Sunset Options - Meeting the horses and getting started
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Cappadocia: Horseback Tour with Sunrise and Sunset Options

5.Horseback Tour with Sunrise and Sunset Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,755 reviews · 1 - 2.5 hours · from $6Best value

You’ll ride a calm, well-trained horse through Cappadocia’s Rose, Red, Meskendir, Swords, and Red Valleys, with views of Göreme and Uchisar Castle. Choose a one-hour daytime ride or a longer sunrise or sunset outing. Guides including Hakan, Hadi, and Rasheed help beginners feel at ease, and pickup is available from selected towns.

“Amazing Hakan was great! 10/10 would recommend super scenic and peaceful sunset.”

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Icelandic Horse Riding Tour & Pickup Option from Reykjavik - What happens at Íshestar Stables
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Icelandic Horse Riding Tour & Pickup Option from Reykjavik

6.Icelandic Horse Riding Tour & Pickup Option from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,662 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $135

Ride for 1.5 to 2 hours through lava fields and green hills near Hafnarfjörður, about 20 minutes from Reykjavik. Íshestar matches you with a horse based on your riding ability, then divides the group so beginners can ride calmly while experienced riders may trot or try the tölt. Pickup, helmets, boots, rainwear, and warm overalls are available.

“Hands down the most fun riding tours Iv ever done, I'm an experienced rider and have done many rides across the world but this one was the most enjoyable! I was perfectly matched with a sweet horse called Dena. Views were amazing and great guides.”

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Hurghada: Sea & Desert Horse Tour, Stargazing, Dinner & Show - Why the horses and guides matter
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Hurghada: Sea & Desert Horse Tour, Stargazing, Dinner & Show

7.Sea & Desert Horse Tour, Stargazing, Dinner & Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,592 reviews · 2 - 5 hours · from $20

Ride a calm, trained horse through Hurghada’s desert and along the Red Sea with guides such as Yusuf, Didi, Mahmoud, and Hassan. Choose a sunrise ride with Oriental breakfast, a four-hour private ride with horse swimming, or a sunset program with dinner, dancing, and telescopes. Transfers are optional.

“The guide of the horse activity was amazing ! He takes time to take pictures with your phone! Such a lovely guy. He gives you advices on how to train your horse so he can listen to you. Definitely recommend this activity !!”

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Cappadocia: Horse Riding Tour with Sunrise or Sunset Options - Meeting the Horses and Starting the Ride
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Cappadocia: Horse Riding Tour with Sunrise or Sunset Options

8.Horse Riding Tour with Sunrise or Sunset Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,377 reviews · from $19

Ride through Cappadocia’s Love Valley and a second valley, often Rose Valley, at sunrise or sunset. Guides such as Muhammad and Saif lead calm horses, help first-time riders, and take photos along the way. Hotel pickup from Göreme or Uçhisar, a small-group option, and a $19 price make this an easy add-on.

“Very lovely tour! With Mohammad. Took us through the valley watching all of the balloons come up. We went at sunrise. So beautiful and beautiful photos, very professional!”

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Cabo White Sand Horseback Riding Tour and Tequila Tasting - What guides such as Reyes and Victor add
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Cabo White Sand Horseback Riding Tour and Tequila Tasting

9.Cabo White Sand Horseback Riding Tour and Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,355 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $85

Ride a well-trained horse through cactus country and along a secluded Cabo beach with guides such as Reyes, Victor, or Esteban. The pace suits beginners, and winter riders may spot whales offshore. Hotel pickup, safety gear, water, and a tequila tasting are included, but add $25 for park entry and budget for optional photos and tips.

“Reyes was a great guide, the ride was beautiful! Through the desert, along the ocean, we were well taken care of. The pictures were top notch and we bought those too! Highly recommend!”

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Cappadocia: Sunset or Daytime Horse Riding Tour - Hotel pickup, transfer, and the start of the ride
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Cappadocia: Sunset or Daytime Horse Riding Tour

10.Sunset or Daytime Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,299 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $31

Ride through Rose Valley, Red Valley, and Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys with an English or Turkish-speaking guide. You’ll receive riding help, hotel pickup, and photo opportunities, with optional edited images, reels, drone footage, or a classic car session available depending on the package.

“The horseback ride through the Rose Valley was beyond amazing! 🐎✨ The route took us higher and higher into the mountains, and with every turn the views became even more stunning. Riding through the unique landscapes of Cappadocia felt surreal, like stepping into another world 🎀 When we finally reached the top and watched the sunset, it was pure magic — the colors of the sky, the rock formations glowing in golden light, and the quiet beauty all around. The experience was perfectly organized, the horses were calm and easy to ride, and we felt completely safe the entire time. Truly an unforgettable adventure and one of the most beautiful…”

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Heraklion: Finikia Horse Riding Tour with Lunch or Dinner - Arriving at Finikia Horseriding
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Heraklion: Finikia Horse Riding Tour with Lunch or Dinner

11.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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Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms - KatieRich Farms and the peppermint welcome
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Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms

12.Unique Horse Farm Tours with Insider Access to Private Farms

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,192 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59

Spend about three hours visiting three Lexington-area horse attractions by air-conditioned bus. Guides such as Sean Washington, Jeff, Dan, Jess, and Shaun share local horse-industry insight while you meet broodmares, foals, yearlings, and other horses. The route changes with farm availability and current activities.

“We had the best Tour with Jeff. He was so knowledgeable and funny and a great host! Loved everything about this tour.”

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Horseback Ride Tour to Natural Pool in Arikok National Park - Into Arikok National Park on horseback
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Horseback Ride Tour to Natural Pool in Arikok National Park

13.Horseback Ride Tour to Natural Pool in Arikok National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,147 reviews · from $155

Rancho Loco Aruba takes you on a three-hour horseback ride through Arikok National Park to Conchi Natural Pool. You receive a horse matched to your ability, riding instruction, park access, bottled water, and hotel or port transport. Guides including Patrick and Jackson help beginners feel at ease, while the rugged route, ocean views, and optional swim add real adventure.

“This was an amazing way to experience Arikok National Park without renting a 4x4! We loved getting to swim in the natural pool and see the beautiful landscape. Even though we had minimal prior experience with riding horses, they made us feel very comfortable the entire time, and the horses seemed very well taken care of. Highly recommend!”

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Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour with Pickup Option from Reykjavik - Getting ready for the saddle
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Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour with Pickup Option from Reykjavik

14.Icelandic Horseback Riding Tour with Pickup Option from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,145 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $133

Ride gentle Icelandic horses from Ishestar’s stables in Hafnarfjörður, about 15 to 20 minutes from Reykjavik. After a safety video and gear fitting, you’ll ride through lava fields and moorland, learning about the breed and its smooth tölt gait. Groups split by ability, with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate afterward.

“Great way to connect with nature and enjoy the best scenery. Make sure you don’t take your nice expensive shoes as they will get ruined.”

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Marrakech: Private Horseback Tour in the Palm Grove with Tea - Meeting the horses and choosing your pace
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Marrakech: Private Horseback Tour in the Palm Grove with Tea

15.Private Horseback Tour in the Palm Grove with Tea

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,092 reviews · 3 hours · from $33

Ride for about an hour through Marrakech’s Palmeraie, olive groves, and local paths with a guide who matches the pace to your ability. Beginners receive close help, while experienced riders may trot or gallop. Guides such as Anas, Farid, Adam, and Othman are praised for patience and photos. Mint tea and hotel transfers are included.

“Fantastic experience! I haven’t ridden in years and my husband and children were novices .The whole experience ran smoothly and we felt safe throughout. My 10 year old has never ridden before and our group leader helped to teach him the basics as we were riding to help him feel comfortable. Pick up ran smoothly and the horses were beautiful and well cared for. Only wish I had taken more photos.”

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