Europe

Horse riding holidays and trail rides in Europe

Riding holidays in Europe offer many different experiences: tolting across the lava fields of Iceland or learning high school dressage movements in Spain or Portugal; trail rides through vineyards in France or mountains in Spain; beach rides in Menorca or riding trails through snow in Finland. There are a multitude of horses to discover too - characterful Icelandics, athletic Lusitano's, expressive Andalucians and laid-back Haflingers to name just a few... Whether you want to relax in one place, move on every night or camp in remote locations, there is a riding holiday in Europe to suit everyone.
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From the horse’s mouth

  • The Benasque Valley trail
    June 2024 FRANCES ANN aged 71
    I cannot imagine having a better experience. This was my first equestrian trip abroad. No one could imagine the beauty of the Benasque Valley. I was in awe constantly. The owner, Alvar, was so accommodating and our guide Raúl, was excellent, knowledgeable and fun! They selected horses for each of us that were so... Read all
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  • The Benasque Valley trail
    June 2024 Josephine aged 79
    Thank you Equus for recommending the perfect trip for us. Our guides could not have done more - finding each rider the perfect horse - helping and encouraging us at all times. Perhaps the Benasque valley is one of the most beautiful places on earth 🤗 I rode Nemat - very experienced, sure footed 15hh (big pony)….happy,... Read all
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  • The Benasque Valley trail
    June 2024 ELIZABETH aged 71
    A truly breathtaking experience. The treks travel up both sides of the valley, where you're rewarded with spectacular views. The paths up, and down, are often steep and rocky, but the horses are sure-footed ( I had a five year old for my rides and she never seemed to tire) and the guides are excellent (and know every... Read all
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  • The Krka Trail
    June 2024 Amber aged 33
    I had an amazing time riding the Krka Trail! This was a fast and varied ride with wonderful forward going horses. All the horses were so well cared for and well behaved and made riding a dream no matter the terrain. Bosko and his team were fab and we were taken care of so well the whole week. We were met with a table... Read all
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  • Flexible riding programme at Galiny Palace
    June 2024 Judith aged 71
    Fabulous! Every moment a delight. Such a beautiful trip I loved all my horses (Carmela SL, Nazirow and Alabama). There is a special place in my heart for Alabama. A sweet accomplished mare. In jumping she was superb! I’m looking forward to seeing her again one day.!
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  • Horseback in Toscany
    Swim with horse in Toscany
  • Italy and horse dressage
    Dressage in Tuscany, Italy
  • Horseback trail in Sardania
    On horseback in the dunes in Sardania
  • Spain and hicgh school dressage riding
    High School dressage riding, Spain
  • Riders on spain beach
    Cantering on spain beach
  • island by horse
    Horse riding in Island
  • Pyrénées mountains and horses
    Counter in Pyrénées mountains
  • Horses and riders in Azores
    On the Azores Wild Coast