Explore diverse horse riding adventures across Europe

Horse riding vacations offer unique experiences across Europe. Here are ten options for riders looking for adventure. In Spain's Sierra de Gredos, riders can enjoy trails along the Tormes River. Experienced riders can spend up to seven hours a day in the saddle. The trip includes support for meals and leisurely breaks. Packages start at £1,200 for four nights, with the next trip on April 16. For a slower pace, try camping in a Gypsy caravan in Cumbria. Guests can relax while riding two gentle mares through countryside lanes. The glamping experience includes a fire pit and off-grid camping. Prices start at £960 for four nights. Just outside Paris, Le Barn is a stylish retreat with horse riding and wellness activities. Guests can learn how to connect with horses through a unique masterclass. The cost is £165 a night for two, including breakfast and activities. In Crete, beginners can learn to ride through olive groves. The program offers daily riding lessons from a stone boutique hotel. Guests can unwind by the pool or at nearby beaches. Prices are £935 for a week, including meals and rides. Riders can bring their horses to Exmoor National Park. The self-catered barn offers stabling and access to scenic trails. Horse-friendly beaches are also nearby. Rates start at £135 a night, with extra costs for horses and guiding services. Transylvania offers a five-day riding adventure through secluded landscapes. The journey includes stays in cozy guesthouses and encounters with local culture. Prices start at £1,225, including meals and accommodations. In the Lake District, guests can stay at a farm and share space with a friendly friesian horse. The unique experience costs £360 for a night and can accommodate up to three people. Icelandic horses offer a special riding experience in an almost untouched landscape. Guests will ride daily and can relax in hot springs. The package costs £995 for three nights with meals and accommodation included. Volunteering in a therapy center near Porto allows visitors to experience the bond between humans and horses. The cost is £1,095 for six days of service, including food and basic lodging. Finally, Sicily offers horse riding trips with daily trails and family-style meals. Guests can experience local culture and traditions, starting at £930 for five nights with full board included.