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Where to Ride: the 15 Best Guided Rides Worldwide

33 rides  ·  from $10 a head

Good guided rides fill up ahead of time and the sunrise slots go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

NYC: Guided Central Park Horse Carriage Ride - What you see from Wollman Rink to the Carousel
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NYC: Guided Central Park Horse Carriage Ride

1.NYC: Guided Central Park Horse Carriage Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 877 reviews Our pick

Ride through Central Park in a private carriage for up to four people, with an English-speaking guide, winter blankets, horse treats, and optional photo stops. You’ll pass Bethesda Fountain, Cherry Hill, Wollman Rink, the Boat Pond, Literary Mall, and other park landmarks during a 40 or 55-minute outing.

“Yusuf was such a lovely guy, so so friendly as jimmy the horse was too, such a beautiful way to see Central Park.”

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NYC: Private Central Park Horse Carriage Ride with Guide - Moving from Central Park South into the park
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NYC: Private Central Park Horse Carriage Ride with Guide

2.NYC: Private Central Park Horse Carriage Ride with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 790 reviews · 40 minutes - 1 hour

Take a private 40-minute to one-hour horse carriage ride from Central Park South. Your English-speaking driver may show you Bethesda Fountain, Tavern on the Green, the carousel, and nearby Fifth Avenue sights. Guides such as Fred, Rony, Emre, and Kadir are known for history, photos, and friendly service.

“The guide’s knowledge of the area. Appreciated the information shared. Great insight. The only thing could be improved is weather. Next we will thing about the summer carriage”

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Akrotiri: Guided Horseback Riding Day Trip to a Beach - What the one-hour route is really like
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Akrotiri: Guided Horseback Riding Day Trip to a Beach

3.Akrotiri: Guided Horseback Riding Day Trip to a Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 477 reviews · 1 hour · from $88

Join Roloas Riding Horse Santorini for a one-hour guided ride from Akrotiri to Vlychada Beach. Guides including Thanasis, Minas, Giota, and Raffaela help beginners feel safe, lead horses along vineyard and lava-rock trails, and stop for beach photos. Hotel transfers cost extra.

“The most amazing crew of people working in this beautiful place. The horses were calm, well-taken care of and well-trained. They gave us fresh water, sweets and clear instructions beforehand. Afterwards, we were given home-made wine, which was amazing. 100% recommend this experience and would do it again. Was extraordinary, thank you! Also, The guides take AMAZING photos xD”

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Gettysburg: Licensed Guided Battlefield Horseback Tour - Starting at McMillan Woods Campground
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Gettysburg: Licensed Guided Battlefield Horseback Tour

4.Gettysburg: Licensed Guided Battlefield Horseback Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 419 reviews · 2 hours · from $144

Ride for two hours through Gettysburg National Military Park with a live English-speaking guide, outriders, and a headset. See the Virginia Monument, Spangler Farm, Little Round Top, and Trostle Farm’s cannonball hole. Calm horses make this suitable for beginners, but the route covers only part of the park.

“Jamie and Andie were excellent! Friendly and so knowledgeable! This is the ONLY way to see Gettysburg Battlefield!”

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Pompeii Guided Tour & Horse Riding on Vesuvius with Lunch - A farm lunch on the volcanic slopes
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Pompeii Guided Tour & Horse Riding on Vesuvius with Lunch

5.Pompeii Guided Tour & Horse Riding on Vesuvius with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 419 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $240Top rated

Spend seven hours combining Pompeii with a guided visit, a farm-to-table lunch, wine tasting, and a gentle horseback ride through vineyards on Mount Vesuvius at about 500 meters. Expect small groups, local guides, transfers between stops, and views toward the Bay of Naples.

“The tour, wine tasting & horseback riding made for a perfect day! Communication was excellent & we were able to arrange pick up from the train station and at the end of the day to our hotel! We would highly recommend!!”

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Horseback Riding Experience through Red Canyon with a Guide - Getting matched with the right horse
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Horseback Riding Experience through Red Canyon with a Guide

6.Horseback Riding Experience through Red Canyon with a Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 321 reviews · from $105

Ride for about two hours through Red Canyon from Bryce Canyon Pines Restaurant. Guides such as Austin, Gayleen, and Hap lead small groups, match you with a suitable horse, explain local history, and help first-time riders handle climbs and descents.

“Professional staff made the trip a warm memory. Countryside was beautiful. The route was not just a flat circle but included narrow trails at times and steep climbs and descents.”

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Agadir: Forest and Sand Dunes Guided Horse Riding - Eucalyptus trees and the first part of the ride
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Agadir: Forest and Sand Dunes Guided Horse Riding

7.Forest and Sand Dunes Guided Horse Riding

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 278 reviews · from $23

Ride from Agadir through eucalyptus forests toward the beach and sand dunes, with a guide matching horses to your ability. Beginners can request extra care, while experienced riders may trot or canter. Finish with Moroccan tea, then return to your hotel.

“Excellent guide and gentle horses, I highly recommend. Regards, Aurelie”

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Mallorca: Guided Horseback Ride in Randa Valley - Grooming and tacking up before the ride
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Mallorca: Guided Horseback Ride in Randa Valley

8.Guided Horseback Ride in Randa Valley

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 239 reviews · 2h 30m · from $116

Spend 150 minutes with Mallorca Horses, grooming and preparing an Andalusian horse before riding through Randa Valley meadows and holm oak forests. Guides including Sabrina, Laura, and Toni support beginners, while experienced riders may trot or canter on suitable sections.

“Absolutely loved this hack! Sabrina and Laura were amazing and made me feel confident even though I hadn’t trotted/cantered in years. I would love to return and will be recommending to friends/ family!”

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Tenerife: Guided Horseback Riding Tour to the Lomo Forest - What happens before you reach the trail
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Tenerife: Guided Horseback Riding Tour to the Lomo Forest

9.Guided Horseback Riding Tour to the Lomo Forest

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 233 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $57

Meet Nicole Werner and the horses at Finca Estrella, help prepare your mount, then follow a slow, guided trail through the Lomo Forest. The 1-hour-40-minute walk suits beginners and children from age five, with helmets and gloves included. Riders must weigh 85 kilos or less and speak English, German, or Spanish.

“It was a great first horse riding experience. The instructors were very professional and helpful, the walking route and atmosphere during the excursion were excellent. Thank you for emotions and professionalism.”

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Kerry: Guided Horse Riding Tour in Killarney National Park - Lough Leane, mountains, and open Kerry views
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Kerry: Guided Horse Riding Tour in Killarney National Park

10.Kerry: Guided Horse Riding Tour in Killarney National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 226 reviews · from $115

Ride from stables just outside Killarney into Knockreer Estate, with views of Lough Leane, mountains, forests, and wild deer. Guides fit your horse, helmet, and boots to your needs, and beginners receive calm instruction. The ride lasts 1 to 3 hours, depending on the option you book.

“At the start I was very nervous. But Natalie guided me and told me what to do. As time went on the nerves were fading away and I got to look at the scenery, we seen a lot of deers aswell. It was a lovely day”

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Alghero: Guided Horseback Ride at Lake Baratz & Porto Ferro - Meeting the horses and getting comfortable in the saddle
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Alghero: Guided Horseback Ride at Lake Baratz & Porto Ferro

11.Alghero: Guided Horseback Ride at Lake Baratz & Porto Ferro

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 201 reviews · 2 hours · from $98

Ride for two hours with Escursì from Lake Baratz through pine woods and seven kilometers of sandy paths to Porto Ferro Beach. Calm, well-trained horses and guides such as Michelle make this a strong choice for first-time riders. Bring water, long trousers, and closed shoes.

“The whole experience was great, if you have never ridden before this is the one for you, you get to see the beautiful scenery and the beach! Sadly I had ridden before so was a little slow for me but that was my mistake not the provider. All very lovely people and a must do activity.”

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Lofoten: Guided Horse Riding Tour Over Hov and Hovsund - Hov beach at a horse’s pace
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Lofoten: Guided Horse Riding Tour Over Hov and Hovsund

12.Lofoten: Guided Horse Riding Tour Over Hov and Hovsund

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 176 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $145

Join Hov Gård on Gimsøya for a gentle 1.5-hour ride on a calm Icelandic horse. Your guide teaches basic reins, supplies riding gear, and leads you past Hov beach, Viking remains, sea eagle habitat, Hovsund, and traditional fish-drying racks.

“Very nice and slow tour with a few explanations about the historic site.”

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Guided Horseback Tour only 30 mins from Sedona. - Riding through the vineyard and countryside
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Guided Horseback Tour only 30 mins from Sedona.

13.Guided Horseback Tour only 30 mins from Sedona.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 173 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $137

Ride for about an hour through Alcantara Vineyards near Cottonwood, crossing the Verde River at the Oak Creek confluence and visiting ancient Apache ruins. Guides such as Jim, Chaz, Brandon, and Kyle work well with first-time riders. Ages 10 and up. Wine and food are not included.

“It was snowing and raining at 45 degrees so we cancelled our ride. We were not given a refund of any kind.”

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Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua - What the horses and guides add
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Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua

14.Guided Horse Trekking from Rotorua

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · from $68

You’ll ride a calm, well-matched horse through working farmland and native bush on Mt. Ngongotaha, with a guide, helmet, and safety gear. The one-hour trek reaches a lookout over Lake Rotorua and suits riders aged 12 and up, including first-timers. Groups are limited to five.

“Awesome staff, beautiful horses and money well spent. Can’t wait to go back. I recommend this experience to anyone and everyone who is going to Rotorua.”

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Mount Vesuvius Guided Horse Riding Tour with Sample Wine - Meeting Roberto and Antonia near Naples’ center
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Mount Vesuvius Guided Horse Riding Tour with Sample Wine

15.Mount Vesuvius Guided Horse Riding Tour with Sample Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 143 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $107

Roberto and Antonia lead a small horseback ride through Vesuvius National Park, with pickup near Naples’ center, steep forest trails, sweeping Bay of Naples views, and homemade wine with snacks at the family ranch. Beginners and children can join, but the 110 kg weight limit and covered shoes matter.

“Great experience and a good challenge! The staff are amazing and very helpful with beginners. Horses are very well looked after!”

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★ 5.0Guided Horse Riding Along Flamingo River with TeaFrom $225 reviews
★ 5.0Guided Horse Riding in the Bay of Saint Paul ValleyFrom $8218 reviews
★ 4.8From Montpellier: Camargue and Salt Marshes Guided TourFrom $12925 reviews
★ 4.5Fazana: Sunset 1-hour Horse Riding in Nature with GuideFrom $5861 reviews
★ 3.5Negril 45-minute Guided Horseback Ride and SwimFrom $9570 reviews
★ 4.6Alghero: Lake Baratz Guided Horseback RideFrom $5667 reviews
★ 4.5Guided Horseback Ride through Flame Azalea and Fern Forest70 reviews
★ 4.0Malaga – 1-hour Horseback Riding Tour with a Local Guide through the Guadalhorce ValleyFrom $5972 reviews
★ 4.7Makadi Bay: Horse Riding in Desert & Sea w Guide + TransfersFrom $3572 reviews
★ 5.0Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 2 hours.From $21376 reviews
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