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Where to Ride Next: the 15 Best Horseback Days Worldwide

226 rides  ·  from $6 a head

Beach, trail, desert or driving seat, on six continents. These 15 are the days that earn a whole morning, priced and timed, with a note on who each one suits.

Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour - The horses are more than transportation
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Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

1.Charleston’s Old South Carriage Historic Horse & Carriage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10,023 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $50Our pick

Board at 14 Anson Street for a one-hour carriage ride through 30 blocks of historic Charleston. A certified Palmetto Guild guide narrates the route, while a Belgian or Percheron draft horse carries you past mansions, gardens, iron gates, churches, and historic homes. The exact route is assigned by lottery.

“The guide was wonderful !! Very knowledgeable and great personality ! Love the horse she was 12 years old and beautiful !!”

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Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston - Boarding at Old South Carriage Company on Anson Street
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Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

2.Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,678 reviews · 40 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Settle into a covered carriage at Old South Carriage Company for a 40-minute evening ride through Charleston’s old walled city. A certified guide such as Holly or Miles shares ghost stories near the Provost Dungeon, graveyards, churches, and former pirate waters. The route is wheelchair accessible and returns to 14 Anson Street.

“Miles and Jameson were awesome. Freezing cold outside. But we thoroughly enjoyed them !! And the tour. We are basically locals. Born in Charleston just always wanted to do the tour. A must do if visiting !! Loved it all !! Merry Christmas !!!!!”

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Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston - Stories that give the buildings meaning
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Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

3.Charleston Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour: Explore Historic Charleston

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,561 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $49

Meet your certified guide at the Big Red Barn near City Market for a one-hour carriage ride through roughly 30 blocks of historic Charleston. Guides such as Jim, Jenny, Luke, and Jason mix local stories with humor, while the city assigns your route. Carriages seat up to 16 and return to the barn.

“Jenny and her horse Howard were terrific! The hours was filled with history about Charleston. She was funny and gave us so many great facts.. we were only in Charleston for the day and I think it was my favorite part of the day. So glad we did this.. we use via tour anytime we can whether it be the Brooklyn Bridge in New York or the Vatican in Italy. You guys get it right every time. Thank you!”

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Reykjavik: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour - Meeting the horses at Sólhestar
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Reykjavik: Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

4.Red Lava Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,383 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $142

Ride 5 to 7 kilometers through Iceland’s Redhills on a calm Icelandic horse. Sólhestar matches riders by experience, offers slower or faster routes, and may include tölt sessions near Rauðarvatn. Pickup from Reykjavik, warm gear, helmets, and hot drinks are available.

“The experience was lovely! I had never ridden a horse before and the guides were very kind and explained everything.”

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New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour - Leaving Jackson Square at a mule’s pace
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New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour

5.New Orleans Small-Group Haunted History Carriage Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,289 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $65

Join Royal Carriages at 700 Decatur Street for a one-hour evening ride with up to eight people. Guides such as Matt, Trish, Leman, and Charles share French Quarter history, ghost tales, disasters, and the true story behind LaLaurie Mansion from a covered mule-drawn carriage.

“Fun. Driver did his research. Knew his stuff. He really put himself into the story telling. Made me wanna go investigate the stories a little more”

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Hurghada: Red Sea & Desert Horse Riding Tour with Swimming - Meeting the Horses and Learning the Basics
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Hurghada: Red Sea & Desert Horse Riding Tour with Swimming

6.Red Sea & Desert Horse Riding Tour with Swimming

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,198 reviews · from $20

Ride for about two hours through Hurghada’s desert and along the Red Sea, then choose a one-hour horse swim. Guides such as Karim, Ameen, Keo, and Sasa help beginners feel safe. Hotel pickup, helmets, chaps, tea, coffee, and water are included.

“Very good excursion. Swimming with the horses in the sea was the highlight. Good fun and the tour guides were a good laugh”

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Half-Day Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour in Kentucky - Riding Through the Bluegrass Horse Country
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Half-Day Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour in Kentucky

7.Half-Day Thoroughbred Horse Farm Tour in Kentucky

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,924 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Spend about three and a half hours touring Lexington’s horse country in a 14-passenger van. Visit Keeneland and one or more working thoroughbred farms, learn about breeding, racing, training, and aftercare, and meet horses when farm schedules allow. Guides may include Tim, Vicky, Mark, Richard, or John.

“It was a great experience and our guide was very knowledgeable and I think our whole group loved it.”

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Cappadocia: Horseback Riding Adventure Tour - From hotel pickup to the ranch briefing
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Cappadocia: Horseback Riding Adventure Tour

8.Horseback Riding Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,881 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $18

Ride through Cappadocia’s valleys and fairy chimneys with a guide, choosing a daytime, sunset, or sunrise departure. Hotel pickup covers Göreme, Uçhisar, and Çavuşin. Expect safety instructions, gentle horses, photo stops, and no galloping unless you book the professional riders’ gallop option.

“it was awesome. They made us feel comfortable knowing we are riding horse first time. They are great and we will highly recommend.”

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Cappadocia: Horseback Tour with Sunrise and Sunset Options - Choosing between sunrise, sunset, and daytime
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Cappadocia: Horseback Tour with Sunrise and Sunset Options

9.Horseback Tour with Sunrise and Sunset Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,755 reviews · 1 - 2.5 hours · from $6Best value

You’ll ride a calm, trained horse through Rose, Red, Swords, and Meskendir Valleys, with views of Göreme and Uchisar Castle. Choose a one or two-hour daytime ride, or a sunrise or sunset outing. Guides including Hakan, Hadi, and Rasheed help beginners feel at ease, with pickup from select Cappadocia towns.

“It was a great experience having the tour with Hakan. Definitely worth the trip despite not having the sunset due to the clouds”

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Icelandic Horse Riding Tour & Pickup Option from Reykjavik - Gentle horses and a smart group split
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Icelandic Horse Riding Tour & Pickup Option from Reykjavik

10.Icelandic Horse Riding Tour & Pickup Option from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,662 reviews · 2 - 4 hours · from $135

You ride for 1.5 to 2 hours from Íshestar Stables in Hafnarfjörður, crossing lava fields and green hillsides on a calm Icelandic horse. Guides match horses to your ability, then split beginners and experienced riders so you can enjoy a gentle walk or try the smooth tölt.

“We had the best time! The group split into two, one for beginners and one for experienced riders. It was my partners first time riding and he enjoyed it int he beginners group. I went with the experienced group and it was fantastic, experiencing the Jolt! Cantering in this amazing country, with the beautiful landscape I felt very lucky! Our guide was brilliant! The horses are beautiful and I want one!!”

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Hurghada: Sea & Desert Horse Tour, Stargazing, Dinner & Show - What happens before you mount
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Hurghada: Sea & Desert Horse Tour, Stargazing, Dinner & Show

11.Sea & Desert Horse Tour, Stargazing, Dinner & Show

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,592 reviews · 2 - 5 hours · from $20

Ride across Hurghada’s desert and shoreline with guides such as Yusuf, Didi, Hassan, or Mahmoud. Choose a calm two-hour ride, sunrise breakfast, quad biking, sunset dinner and stargazing, or a four-hour swim with your horse. Hotel pickup, helmets, and level-based guidance are available.

“great experience, horse riding throught desert and then swimming in the sea , quite long trip, great guide, great organisation. Definitely recommend. Natalia”

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5 tours in 1 (Eco Farm/Horseback/City Tour/Buggy/Zipline) - Higuey, the basilica, and a quick look at local life
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5 tours in 1 (Eco Farm/Horseback/City Tour/Buggy/Zipline)

12.5 tours in 1 (Eco Farm/Horseback/City Tour/Buggy/Zipline)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,443 reviews · from $119

Spend a full day outside Punta Cana with Caribbean Tour Service, combining a family coffee and cocoa farm, horseback riding, Higuey’s Basilica, Dominican lunch, ziplining, and muddy buggy trails. Guides such as Javier, Chris, Juan, and Christian are praised for friendly service, though schedules and activity order can change.

“Chris was an awesome host. He was punctual. He communicated well with our group and he was very polite. He made sure we had everything we needed in order to enjoy the excursions. Thank you Chris!”

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Cappadocia: Horse Riding Tour with Sunrise or Sunset Options - From Your Hotel to the Stable
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Cappadocia: Horse Riding Tour with Sunrise or Sunset Options

13.Horse Riding Tour with Sunrise or Sunset Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,377 reviews · from $19

Ride for one or two hours through Love Valley and another Cappadocia valley at sunrise or sunset. Guides such as Mohammed and Saif help beginners, lead calm horses, and take photos. Hotel pickup from Göreme or Uçhisar is included, with small groups available.

“We had a great time with Saif! The journey was fun and pleasant. He also took amazing photos of us. I highly recommend this activity!”

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Cabo White Sand Horseback Riding Tour and Tequila Tasting - Meeting the Horses and Starting Safely
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Cabo White Sand Horseback Riding Tour and Tequila Tasting

14.Cabo White Sand Horseback Riding Tour and Tequila Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,355 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $85

Ride a well-trained horse from Baja’s cactus desert to a secluded Pacific beach with guides such as Reyes, Victor, or Esteban. The pace suits beginners, and winter rides may bring whale sightings. Hotel pickup, safety gear, water, and tequila tasting are included, but add $25 for park entry.

“The driver picked us right up from our hotel, even though it was quite a long drive to the ranch. Everybody was very friendly, the horses were well behaved, and the ride was beautiful. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. We even saw whales while riding on the beach. I did not read far enough down and realize there was a $25 fee on top of the cost to get into the park where we rode. Just be aware of that and take cash if possible.”

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Cappadocia: Sunset or Daytime Horse Riding Tour - Rose Valley’s red rock paths
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Cappadocia: Sunset or Daytime Horse Riding Tour

15.Sunset or Daytime Horse Riding Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,299 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $31

Ride for one to two hours through Cappadocia’s Rose Valley, Red Valley, and fairy chimneys with an English or Turkish-speaking guide. Hotel pickup, helmets, horses, and riding instruction are included. Sunset trips focus on golden-hour views, while photo packages and a classic car may be available as extras.

“It was one of my best memories of Cappadocia. The horses were quiet, so I was able to enjoy the tour in peace.”

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