“Enjoy horseback riding in nature”
4 Day Mountain Trail Horse Riding Tour in Greece
Sami, Cephalonia, Ionian Islands, Greece
Horse Riding Tour Greece
Kefalonia's Horse Riding Stable's goal is to combine the tradition and culture of Kefalonia with tourism. For this purpose, they have developed a large number of routes accessible to all. During this tour, you will have the chance to see, smell, listen to, and learn about the past and present of Kefalonia.
Key information
- Rider weight limit: 198 pounds / 90 kilograms
- Horse height range: 12.8 to 14.76 hands
- Tack type: English and Western tack
- Horse breed: Greek breeds, ponies, and the farm's own horse breed
Highlights
- 3 days of horse riding
- Approximate daily riding time: 6 - 8 hours
- Guided culture tour of the regions you visit
- Exploring the beautiful island of Kefalonia on horseback
- 2 nights accommodation
- 1 barbecue meal at the farm
- Camping equipment
Skill level
- Beginner
Styles
3 days with instruction
Group size: Maximum of 4 participants
Airport transfer available:
Cephalonia International Airport (US$ 31 per person)
Cephalonia International Airport (US$ 31 per person)
Accommodation
Check-in Time:
07:00
Check-out Time:
07:45
During this vacation, you will have two overnights. The first night will be spent at a completely isolated location, in one of the villages of Sami Valley. The second night will be spent on a traditional farm, in the village of Demoutsandata.
Program
You will start at 6:00 p.m. and go for a swim on the beach of Sami with crystal-clear blue water. Then you go for a tour of the Lake of Melissani. Leaving there, you climb 300 meters higher to see the pre-earthquake villages and arrive at the location for our overnight stay. There is a good spot to grill there. The next morning you visit the Cave of Drogarati and return back at 10:00 a.m.
Daily itinerary
Day 1
Arrival and check in.
Day 2
- Riding time: 8 hours
At 7:00 a.m., you prepare the horses you start, heading for the caves of the area Drogarati and Melisani Lake cave. After a three-hour stop for a snack, you visit the pre-seismic villages of Sami Valley and end up overnight at a location completely isolated with dinner for yourself and the horses.
Day 3
- Riding time: 8 hours
You start heading west of Sami. Your destination is the village (Demoutsandata) where you will be overnight on a traditional farm. You ascend 550 meters altitude. On the way, you will pass by thaws with ebony olives from the canyon of Kelos of Sami Valley. The view from there is excellent. You see Ithaca, Central Greece east and west of the rest of the island (valley of Omala, Argostoli, and Lixori).
In the valley of Omala, you can visit the Robola cooperative for a guided tour and the monastery of St. Gerasimos. The path passes through the Robola vineyards. In the afternoon, you visit the ancient city of Krani next to Argostoli with great views of the lagoon Koutavos. You then retreat back to the farm for your dinner.
Day 4
- Riding time: 6 hours
You start again from the traditional farm in Demoutsandata to the castle of St. George and after a short tour, you begin your return to Sami on the same route. You arrive at the farm in the afternoon. During the trip, you will go through landscapes with olives, beeches, and oak trees. You will encounter flocks of goats and sheep. From villages with cafes which serve traditional delicacies.
Horses
Greek horse races have been in Greece for the past 10,000 years. They have an altitude of between 13.28 and 16.24 hands, depending on the breed. They are particularly friendly with humans, to the point where they are purposely looking for human contact.
Kefalonia's Horse Riding Stable has eight such horses, many of which are bred on the basis of the original characteristics of each breed. Kefalonia's Horse Riding Stable only organizes private tours. They believe the organization of equestrian routes with the participation of a group of people who do not know each other gives the activity a character of industrialization.
Equipment
For riders under 14 years old, Kefalonia's Horse Riding Stable provides helmets and safety jackets. All the riders under 18 years old must wear the provided helmets, or they can just use their own.
Location
The farm is located west of Kefalonia, in a region of unspoiled natural beauty. It is a perfect fit for horses. This route connects the easternmost point of the island with the west. The route brings you in touch with beauties of the island that you do not have access to as an ordinary visitor of Kefalonia.
Food
Except for a barbecue meal at the end of the trail, on day three, meals are not included during this tour. You will need the necessary for the two meals which will take place at the camp. Of course, you have the choice to dine at some of the traditional taverns you encounter on the trail.
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
If you have special dietary requirements it's a good idea to communicate it to the organiser when making a reservation
What's included
- 3 riding days
- Guided tour of the culture of the regions you visit
- 3 nights accommodation
- 1 meal barbecue at the farm at the end of the trail
- Camping equipment
What's not included
- Airfare
- Airport transfers
- Other meals
How to get there
Recommended Airports
EFL
Cephalonia International Airport
19 km
Transfer available for additional US$ 31 per person
Arrival by taxi
You can arrive at the farm, which will be your starting and ending point, by taxi, as well, or Kefalonia's Horse Riding Stable can undertake your transportation from your accommodation.
Airport: Cephalonia International Airport
Airport transfer available:
Cephalonia International Airport (US$ 31 per person)
Additional charges may apply. You can request this in the next step.
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 16.94% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.
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