Horse Riding Excursions on Costa Blanca Holidays
Horses have been an integral part of Spain's history for centuries.
As Spain is such a diverse country with lots of different landscapes from sunny Mediterranean shores to the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees, a horse is ideal for negotiating the varied terrain.
Over the years, the Spanish have gained a reputation for breeding dependable horses.
In fact Spanish and especially Andalucían horses are respected the world over for their stamina and agility.
Enterprising tour operators now offer a range of horse riding excursions for tourists on Costa Blanca holidays who want to try something a bit different.
It is such an enjoyable and relaxing way to explore the Spanish countryside.
The Costa Blanca is ideal riding country as there is such a variety of landscapes here.
On your ride you will encounter pine forests, salt lakes, sandy beaches and citrus groves.
The Costa Blanca has a range of riding stables inland which provide schooling as well as excursions.
The stables are open all year round and there are facilities at most of them to stay overnight if you are going on longer excursions or riding holidays.
A typical trek costs around 20 euros an hour with discounts for group bookings and if you feel you'd like to brush up on your equestrian skills, then individual tuition starts at 15 euros an hour.
The excursions on offer are suitable for all the family including children from 6 years and upwards.
Horse riding is a popular past time on the Costa del Sol and the province of Malaga is fast becoming just as important an equestrian centre as Cadiz.
Horse loving tourists on Costa del Sol holidays make sure they visit the Costa del Sol Hippodrome horse racing circuit in Mijas for the many equestrian events.
There's a wealth of local riding stables in the Costa del Sol offering excursions which take you through forests and mountainous regions where there is incredibly beautiful scenery.
A 2 hour trek costs around 20-30 euros and riding hats and boots can be hired.
The Los Caballos del Mosquin riding stables at Malaga do a wide range of excursions for riders of every ability.
The hills and valleys around Malaga are ideal for riding and on the route you will be rewarded with spectacular views of the North African coastline with the Rif mountain range towering above.
Throughout the summer here the valleys are filled with colourful wild flowers.
The pine thickets provide cool shade and the oak forests are full of bird song.
All excursions are gentle and relaxing.
More and more families are discovering the joys of horse riding when on Benidorm holidays.
There are a variety of riding schools and stables available in the vicinity.
One to be recommended is the one to be found behind the Excalibur Medieval Castle in Albir.
There are excursions every day on a gentle route that takes you through pine forests up towards the Sierra Helada Mountains and then back to the stables.
This excursion lasts an hour and costs approximately 20 euros and riding hats are provided for every rider.
Another one hour excursion takes you along a riding trail with fantastic views of the Sierra d' Atlanta Mountains and glimpses of Benidorm's 'mini-Manhattan' skyline.
The route goes through the National Park of Sierra Helada and is led by English speaking riding instructors.
As Spain is such a diverse country with lots of different landscapes from sunny Mediterranean shores to the snow-capped peaks of the Pyrenees, a horse is ideal for negotiating the varied terrain.
Over the years, the Spanish have gained a reputation for breeding dependable horses.
In fact Spanish and especially Andalucían horses are respected the world over for their stamina and agility.
Enterprising tour operators now offer a range of horse riding excursions for tourists on Costa Blanca holidays who want to try something a bit different.
It is such an enjoyable and relaxing way to explore the Spanish countryside.
The Costa Blanca is ideal riding country as there is such a variety of landscapes here.
On your ride you will encounter pine forests, salt lakes, sandy beaches and citrus groves.
The Costa Blanca has a range of riding stables inland which provide schooling as well as excursions.
The stables are open all year round and there are facilities at most of them to stay overnight if you are going on longer excursions or riding holidays.
A typical trek costs around 20 euros an hour with discounts for group bookings and if you feel you'd like to brush up on your equestrian skills, then individual tuition starts at 15 euros an hour.
The excursions on offer are suitable for all the family including children from 6 years and upwards.
Horse riding is a popular past time on the Costa del Sol and the province of Malaga is fast becoming just as important an equestrian centre as Cadiz.
Horse loving tourists on Costa del Sol holidays make sure they visit the Costa del Sol Hippodrome horse racing circuit in Mijas for the many equestrian events.
There's a wealth of local riding stables in the Costa del Sol offering excursions which take you through forests and mountainous regions where there is incredibly beautiful scenery.
A 2 hour trek costs around 20-30 euros and riding hats and boots can be hired.
The Los Caballos del Mosquin riding stables at Malaga do a wide range of excursions for riders of every ability.
The hills and valleys around Malaga are ideal for riding and on the route you will be rewarded with spectacular views of the North African coastline with the Rif mountain range towering above.
Throughout the summer here the valleys are filled with colourful wild flowers.
The pine thickets provide cool shade and the oak forests are full of bird song.
All excursions are gentle and relaxing.
More and more families are discovering the joys of horse riding when on Benidorm holidays.
There are a variety of riding schools and stables available in the vicinity.
One to be recommended is the one to be found behind the Excalibur Medieval Castle in Albir.
There are excursions every day on a gentle route that takes you through pine forests up towards the Sierra Helada Mountains and then back to the stables.
This excursion lasts an hour and costs approximately 20 euros and riding hats are provided for every rider.
Another one hour excursion takes you along a riding trail with fantastic views of the Sierra d' Atlanta Mountains and glimpses of Benidorm's 'mini-Manhattan' skyline.
The route goes through the National Park of Sierra Helada and is led by English speaking riding instructors.
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