Horses Tours Worldwide: 12 to Book Next

1.Cardrona High Country Pub Trail Horse Trek (Intermediate level+)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 269 reviews · from $433Our pick

Ride high into the Cardrona Valley with a small group of up to seven, crossing rivers and working-farm country before stopping at the Cardrona Hotel for a drink. Guides including Summer, Emily, Kelly, Ally, and Marley match horses to riding ability and offer local gold rush stories. Trotting and cantering are part of the ride, so solid experience is required.

“I was surprised that we were going to ride in the drizzle and was a little nervous but Emily was great. She offered me some waterproof clothes, helmet and off we went. She was a great equestrian and excellent communicator. Took a real interest in us and I was very grateful because I hadn't been on a horse in years!”

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2.Rubicon Valley Horse Treks – 2 Hour River Trail Horse Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 196 reviews · from $91

Chris leads this two-hour ride from Rubicon Valley Horse Treks near Springfield. You’ll cross farmland, follow a musterers’ trail, reach Otarama lookout above the Waimakariri Canyon, and pause for photos. Beginners receive patient guidance, while experienced riders may get chances to trot or canter when conditions allow.

“It was only my second time on a horse and the tour guide was very patient. He was very helpful and knowledgable. The views are beautiful! Highly recommend if you want to see the incredible views in this part of Christchurch.”

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3.Queenstown: Walter Peak Horse Trek & Queenstown Lake Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 151 reviews · from $134

Cruise 45 minutes across Lake Whakatipu aboard the 1912 TSS Earnslaw or Spirit of Queenstown, then join an English-speaking guide for a gentle 40 to 45-minute horse trek at Walter Peak. The ride suits first-time and novice riders, with groups limited to six per guide. Tea, coffee, scones, and muffins follow at the Colonel’s Homestead Restaurant.

“Spectacular place, guide was awesome. All around a good time”

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4.Terelj National Park: Tour with horse riding and hiking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 46 reviews · 2 days · from $299

Join guides such as Batmaa, Togi, or Baataara for a two-day escape from Ulaanbaatar. You’ll visit Turtle Rock, Aryabala Meditation Temple, a nomadic family, and the Chinggis Khan Statue Complex, with a 40-minute horse ride, eagle photos, hiking, private transport, and an overnight stay at a farm guesthouse in a ger or room.

“We had the pleasure of having Baataara as our guide on the first day. He’s such a passionate person, so happy & positive, very thoughtful & so knowledgeable about the history & culture of the Mongolian nomadic communities. The visit to the nomadic family & the stay in the Farmhouse / Gert were absolutely wonderful. You can tell that the guides are curating carefully the families they are choosing to partner with. On the second day we had the pleasure of having Batma & her husband as our guides. Very lovely couple & overall great experience! I highly recommend this trip to anyone who is looking for a broad Mongolian…”

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5.Levi: Riding Trek with Icelandic Horses

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 39 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $111

Ride Icelandic horses through the snowy forests, plains, and roads around Levi on a one or two-hour trek. Lapin Saaga provides instruction, riding gear, and Finnish or English guiding for groups of two to six. No riding experience is needed, and you may get to try the Icelandic horse’s smooth tölt gait.

“Le personnel était très accueillant et ça correspondait totalement à la description”

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6.MONGOLIAN NOMADS: 2-Day Horse Trekking & Cow Milking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 23 reviews · 2 days · from $369

Leave Ulaanbaatar by private, air-conditioned jeep for a nomadic family’s home in Töv. You will herd sheep and goats on horseback, try cow milking, share meals, and sleep in a guest ger. English-speaking guides such as Koko and Toya help bridge the language gap and keep this flexible two-day visit running smoothly.

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7.Rotorua: Scenic Horse Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 23 reviews · 1 hour · from $74

Ride for one hour through rolling farmland near Mt Ngongotaha, with broad views of Lake Rotorua. Your guide matches you with a calm horse, gives a safety briefing, and keeps the pace easy. The group is limited to five, making this a good fit for riders who want scenery and a gentle outing rather than fast riding.

“Wonderful way to see views of the lake. I really enjoyed my time. The horses were great!”

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8.Year-Round Adventure: 3 Days Horse Trek to Song Kul Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $400

Ride from Bishkek to Song Kul Lake with an English-speaking horseman guide, including Ali when available, and a local Russian-speaking guide for luggage support. Cross mountain passes, stay in Kilemche and a lakeside yurt camp, eat home-cooked Kyrgyz meals, and return by way of Kyzart village.

“Incredible experience! Highly recommend for quality services, comfortable travel, and those seeking adventure. Ali was a great guide for me and my friend and all of our stays with local families were authentic and fun. Even for first time horse rRead more”

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9.3-Day Private Horseback Riding and Hiking Tour in Kolsay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · from $1,900

Ride and hike through the wild Kungey Alatau mountains with Powder Nomads, guided by Darya and her team. You’ll travel from Almaty to Kolsay, visit all three lakes, sleep in a mountain hut and tent, eat simple camp meals, and follow quiet trails by horse and on foot.

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10.Essaouira Beach Horse Rides &Treks for All Levels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $23Cheapest way up

Meet Hamza and your carefully matched horse near Diabat, then ride through dunes, argan forests, countryside, and along Essaouira’s Atlantic beaches. One-hour rides suit beginners and experienced riders, while longer treks are available. Guides can adjust the pace, take photos and videos, and finish with traditional tea on some sunset outings.

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11.Cappadocia: Sunset Horse Trek Through the Valleys

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · 2 hours · from $65

You’ll ride from Cavusin through Rose and Red Valleys, passing fairy chimneys on a calm two-hour route. English and Turkish-speaking guides provide a briefing, horses, equipment, hotel pickup, and a sunset stop on a grass platform. Beyza is noted for helpful support, while Murat handles tour arrangements.

“The most amazing magical experience! Felt like I was in the movies. The route was perfect and the sunset was amazing. BEYZA was sooo helpful and accommodating, truly such a special and beautiful experience, I could not fault it, amazing for beginners too was my first time ridding and was so easy and they explained so clearly and were quick to respond if you needed assistance, if you’re thinking of booking DO!”

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12.Cardrona Valley: Horse Trekking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 2 hours - 210 minutes · from $298

Ride through Cardrona Valley with a calm, well-matched horse and a small group of up to six. You begin with one-on-one instruction from guides such as Hannah, Phoebe, or Kelly, then head onto scenic mountain trails. Expect quiet views, stream crossings, slopes, and, on the High Country Pub Trail, trotting or cantering.

“Det är en jätterolig tur med Hanna som instruktör. Mycket galopp och fantastiska ridvägar . Hästarna kändes väldigt fina och välskötta.”

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