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This is the shortlist you would send a friend flying out next week: 11 horses tours worth the money, with the price, the verdict and the one thing to know before booking.
Ride Crete’s Finikia mountains, enjoy Zeus views, and share a homemade Cretan meal with wine at this friendly family-run farm.
“It was great from the beginning till the end. Next time on crete again. 👌”
Ride through Santorini’s volcanic terrain to Eros Black Beach with gentle horses, small groups, expert guides, and digital photos.
“I would definitely recommend this experience! Not only was it absolutely beautiful and incredibly fun, but the guides were stellar as well. So kind and nice, and they took amazing photos!”
Ride from Akrotiri through vineyards and volcanic trails to Vlychada Beach on a safe, small-group Santorini horseback tour.
“This ride was truly amazing! We enjoyed the views and explanition of our guide. The horses were nice and we did some running and galop! Loved it!!”
Ride horseback along Kos’ Tigaki beach, salt lake, and dunes with an instructor, hotel transfers, calm horses, and a small group.
“This was a bucket list experience and would highly recommend to anyone. The horses were well looked after and the route to the beach was beautiful 😍 guides were great and I wouldn't change a thing about it!”
Ride through Crete’s Finikia Mountains with calm horses, mountain views, fresh juice, and friendly guides near Heraklion.
“Great adventure, definitely a must do while visiting Heraklion. Me and my girlfriend were a bit scared at first but the horses are very well trained and people friendly. The hosts are absolutely beautiful people with beautiful souls. 10/10 would recommend and do again.”
Review of Santorini’s 1.5-hour horseback ride through vineyards to the beach, with trained horses, small groups, guides, tips, and honest value advice.
“Highly recommend this tour. Unreal experience with the best guides. Do the 1.5 hour tour as you get to ride along the beach and you don’t want to miss that”
Review of Rhodes horseback riding with NivaRanch, including beach sunsets, countryside rides, photos, safety, pricing, and practical tips.
“Fantastic experience from start to finish. Everything was perfectly organised including transfers. The horses were beautiful, and the guides were super helpful and friendly, ensuring everyone was ok through the duration. The route was stunning, watching the sunset on the beach was magical. I’d recommend anyone visiting Rhodes to experience that, no matter what your experience of riding - the fantastic guides make sure that all levels can enjoy it, including beginners. A magical experience as a whole, that I’d recommend to anyone. Thank you so much to the team for making this an experience we’ll never forget.Read more”
Ride from Santorini’s vineyards to black-sand Eros Beach with a small group, scenic volcanic trails, helmets, saddlebags, and photos.
“The horse riding tour was really fun and interesting. It was my first time riding a horse and the staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. The time spent on the beach was brief but the horse ride down to the beach was still very picturesque.”
Ride through Megalochori to Santorini’s caldera views with a friendly guide, calm horses, helmets, water, and small groups.
“First time riding a horse and he made me feel ok to be comfortable. The view was nice. It was great!”
Ride Santorini’s black-sand beach, volcanic ravines, and vineyards in a small group, with photos, local wine, and practical safety tips.
“What an INCREDIBLE time! We booked this last minute and we are so glad we did. The ranch is beautiful, horses are well cared for, it’s incredibly quiet unlike the hustle and bustle of the city, and the cost is just so kind. Our biggest regret is scheduling our taxi to pick us up too soon after the excursion, so we didn’t get to sit and drink wine with the owner (that he makes himself and was SO GOOD). Be sure to give yourself at least 2 hours — and, yes you definitely want to taxi here. Ladies: don’t spend the time getting all done up, wear practical clothing/closed toed…”
Gallop Santorini’s black-sand beach and volcanic hills on a two-hour ride for experienced equestrians, with caldera views and small groups.
“What an amazing experience! The sunset ride was amazing, plenty opportunities to take pictures and just enjoy the ride. Absolutely worth it!”
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