Medieval Horseback Vacation
“Good day my lady. Your horse awaits you.”
I can just picture a perfectly groomed horse with flowing mane and tail adorned with the finest leather tack waiting impatiently- ready to canter through the countryside with the statuesque stone towers fading behind.
The reins are handed over as you mount and head for the higher ground where grass hills offer the freedom to canter and enjoy the sights.
Sounds too good to be true, huh?
Thanks to HighPointe Equestrian Tours, this fantasy can become a reality. This agency provides some of the most fantastic equestrian-themed vacations I have come across, INCLUDING the Medieval Castle Horseback Vacation.
Italian Medieval Ride
There are a couple of places to choose from, each with different castles. One of the rides is in Italy, where riders can enjoy grass fields, wooded areas and the majestic 11th century Vitozza Castle ruins. Riders can tailor their visit to the number of days you will ride as well as how many hours you are comfortable with.
Enjoy the local wine, fantastic Italian food, and choose to sty in a private room or a quaint cottage near the base of the castle. Experience the Italian countryside by horseback and summon your medieval roots.
Spain Medieval Rides
Spain offers two locations for medieval castle rides. Explore the coastal plains and the towering Castle of Castellar on the Castle Plains Ride. Accommodations include a couple of nights in a mountain village hotel and a few nights within the castle walls.
Taste the best of Spain with picnics and home made cuisine along your route.
The other ride in Spain is called the Castles of Gredos Mountains Ride. Here, you will journey to the heart of what is known as “old Spain.”
Mountain trails leading to the City of Stones and Saints is part of the highlight reel, along with incredible views of the Castle of Valdecorneja.
Castles and horses conjure thoughts of the medieval times where Lords and Ladies and knights and squires lived in magnificent stone palaces. Horses were used to travel back and forth between villages and other castles. These tours are meant to offer equestrians (and non-equestrians!) a chance to canter through open fields in the country side and hike the mountain trails to the see and stay either in or near the stone fortresses.
These are truly some incredible horseback experiences to consider!
For more information you can email HighPointe Tours at info@highpointetours.com
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