Vineyards · HORSES
Good horse rides through the vines fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Ride through Mendoza vineyards and olive groves, then enjoy a multi-course barbecue lunch with paired wines at historic Club Tapiz.
“Ricky was a great host from Trout and Wine, and Cesar and Elío were fantastic and very patient with us, as we hadn't ridden in 20 years. The lunch following was out of this world. I highly recommend this tour.”
Ride through Franschhoek vineyards at Vrede en Lust with calm horses, mountain views, expert guides, and useful tips for beginners.
“This was such a special experience and one of the highlights of our time in Franschhoek. I had never ridden a horse before, and the rest of our group were beginners too, but from the very start the guides made us feel completely at ease. The briefing was thorough and reassuring, and it was immediately clear how experienced they were and how well they knew their horses. The horses themselves were absolutely lovely; calm, gentle, and clearly very well cared for which made such a difference for first-time riders. Riding through the vineyards was breathtakingly beautiful, and the pace was perfectly suited to our confidence levels, allowing us to relax…”
Ride through Montepulciano vineyards, visit a working farm, and taste Tuscan wine, cheese, olive oil, and cured meats in a small group.
“Posto veramente suggestivo, guida competente e molto socievole! Sembrava di essere a casa! Esperienza sicuramente da rifare!”
Ride through Tuscan vineyards and olive groves near Florence with a friendly guide, calm horses, and a beginner-friendly 90-minute outing.
“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!”
Ride horseback through Langhe vineyards near Asti, with beginner-friendly guides, Alpine views, unpaved paths, and a local agriturismo stop.
“passeggiata di un'ora nelle colline piemontesi. i cavalli sono bravi e lo staff ti segue abbastanza”
Review of a 90-minute Hunter Valley horse ride with vineyard, farmland, bushland, and Brokenback Range views, plus practical booking tips.
“We were a group of both experienced and novice riders. We wanted an enjoyable ride with dead broke horses and that was what we got in these Standard Breds. The ride scenery was a pleasant view of parts of Hunter Valley. The trail doesRead more”
Ride through Franschhoek vineyards and fynbos on a guided two-hour horse trail at Vrede en Lust, with mountain views and wine afterward.
“We had a fantastic experience. Our guide, Michelle, has been riding for over 20 years and is lovely. If you haven't ridden before, you are in very safe hands, as she knows all the routes. Her horses are excellently trained and very obedient. The scenery is breathtaking. Do not hesitate to book this. It is the best way to see the beautiful countryside and very relaxing. We plan to do it again; we loved it so much.”
Ride through Penedès vineyards, tour an authentic winery, and enjoy wine with tapas or lunch on a private day trip from Barcelona.
“Our day was amazing! From the second we were picked up from the hotel by Mehdi he was so friendly. It was such a beautiful ride into the countryside and it was great to see all the horses and the farm. The horse went so smooth and the horses were beautiful. We enjoyed a nice picnic and then were taken back to our hotel. Definitely recommend!”
Review of a 10-hour Khao Yai wine and horse farm tour from Bangkok, with vineyard views, Thai wine tasting, lunch, and family activities.
“Really enjoyed it. Our guide was very welcoming and friendly”
Ride through Grimaud vineyards and the Maures forest, then enjoy a local wine tasting at a small family estate.
“Visite trés agréable avec super modération par Sonia. L’équipe se souci très bien aussi pour les novices. Merci. Markus et Claudia”
Ride through Lake Garda vineyards, then taste three regional wines with local cold cuts and cheeses on this small-group Verona tour.
“The countryside was incredibly beautiful, the horses extremely good and the guide really nice and of course there were also good wines. Can only be recommended 😊Auto-translated”
Review of a one-hour horseback ride through Chianti vineyards, olive groves, woods, and riverside paths, with expert staff and small groups.
Ride through Sonoma wilderness with lake and valley views, a six-person group, included gear, and a souvenir photo for $136.
Ride horseback through Piedmont’s Langhe vineyards from San Marzano Oliveto, with Alpine views, beginner-friendly guides, and flexible timing.
“I took part in the one-hour horseback tour and although the typically foggy autumn day limited visibility a bit, the experience was really enjoyable.”
Review of Scottsdale’s private horse estate and vineyard tour, with Mercedes van transport, wine tasting, snacks, pricing, and booking advice.
“Such a unique and fun experience. Laura was a great host, was very accommodating...and wanted to make sure we had an exceptional time! She was very flexible, offered to stop anywhere along the way we wanted and communicated along Read more”
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