Europe

Horse riding holidays and trail rides in Europe

Riding holidays in Europe offer many different experiences: tolting across the lava fields of Iceland or learning high school dressage movements in Spain or Portugal; trail rides through vineyards in France or mountains in Spain; beach rides in Menorca or riding trails through snow in Finland. There are a multitude of horses to discover too - characterful Icelandics, athletic Lusitano's, expressive Andalucians and laid-back Haflingers to name just a few... Whether you want to relax in one place, move on every night or camp in remote locations, there is a riding holiday in Europe to suit everyone.
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From the horse’s mouth

  • The Krka Trail
    May 2026 FRANZISKA ALMA BERTA aged 34
    Such a great experience! Riding Castella was nothing short of an honour, she is simply one of the best horses I've ever had the pleasure of riding. The whole team was incredibly welcoming and friendly. Castella, gray mare, 20. Nothing short of incredible. Forward going, sensitive, lovely, fast, responsive. The only... Read all
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  • Culture and sights of Ireland
    May 2026 Yvonne aged 41
    We had a wonderful time on the farm with Nicola, her staff and all the animals. The horses are in excellent shape, both physically and mentally. The scenery is beautiful, with a new view on Lough Derg around every corner. Seannachai was a perfect match for me. Thanks to Nicola, who understood exactly what I needed!
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  • Culture and sights of Ireland
    May 2026 Stephen aged 60
    This trip exceeded our group's expectations. The location is stunning and the riding around the farm is gorgeous, with views of the countryside opening up between the forests and over the high ground. The horses are a mix of Irish types and beautifully looked after by Nicola, Bertie and their team. The riding is in... Read all
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  • Kingdom of the Lusitano
    May 2026 LYNN aged 71
    This was an excellent experience in every respect. The Lusitano horses are calm by nature, but forward going and responsive too. Miguel, our guide and owner of the company, was an accomplished rider, with a focus on the welfare of our mounts. I rode Diluvio, a 16 hand bay gelding. He looked after me on the trail, but... Read all
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  • Thrace Empire Trail
    May 2026 Karen aged 67
    An amazing riding holiday combining the best of fabulous horses, stunning scenery, historic sites and spa hotels, topped off with amazing food! All made possible by a truly wonderful team of people (both in Bulgaria and at Equus Journeys) who went way and beyond to ensure we all got the most from the experience. Would... Read all
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  • Horseback in Toscany
    Swim with horse in Toscany
  • Italy and horse dressage
    Dressage in Tuscany, Italy
  • Horseback trail in Sardania
    On horseback in the dunes in Sardania
  • Spain and hicgh school dressage riding
    High School dressage riding, Spain
  • Riders on spain beach
    Cantering on spain beach
  • island by horse
    Horse riding in Island
  • Pyrénées mountains and horses
    Counter in Pyrénées mountains
  • Horses and riders in Azores
    On the Azores Wild Coast