Cyprus Farm Stay, Cyprus
Overview
Horses
Type of horses:
Arab, Thoroughbred & Appaloosa,
Nature of horses:
Horses to suit all abilities. Kind temperament and sure footed
Number of horses:
8
Height of horses:
14.2 - 16 hh
Weight limit:
85 kg
Tack type:
Western style is a speciality but English saddles are always available
Pricing
The Drapia Farm Package is based on a half board basis and includes 2 hours flexible riding daily for six days.
One rider (double occupancy) £468
One rider (single occupancy) £599
One non-rider (double occupancy) £262
One non-rider (single occupancy) £370
Third person rider on extra bed £345
Third person non rider on extra bed £150
Car Rental
April-October £150 per week
November-March £120 per week
Availability/Booking Form
Ride Description
Nestled in the eastern Mediterranean Sea Cyprus is the third largest island in the Mediterranean. This sun drenched island has been at the crossroads of world events for centuries, Roman, Byzantine, Greek and British influences have all had a bearing on life in Cyprus. The warm welcome here plus the unhurried pace of daily life makes Cyprus an instant favourite for everyone.
The island nation is a fascinating land of contrast. It has some of the most sophisticated cities in the region and yet a short distance away you can feel as if you have stepped back into a previous century as village life continues unspoilt by the hustle and bustle of modern life.
In these lovely surroundings we offer a based holiday suitable for all the family allowing riders and non riders to enjoy Cypriot culture and hospitality. For those wishing to discover this dream on horseback we can arrange a holiday specifically for you and your family. You can choose a two hour ride in the cooler hours of the day through the beautiful unspoilt countryside and discover all that Cyprus has to offer.
Alternatively you may wish to build on skills old and new with friendly and experienced tuition on well schooled horses who will be carefully chosen with your needs in mind.
See Programmes.
Food & Accommodation
Your accommodation is in one or two bedroom apartments with self catering facilities and air conditioning. The apartments have comfortable private bathrooms. The thick walls, small windows, stone and wooden staircases are typical of Cypriot traditional architecture. The restored apartments are elegantly furnished with antiques and local furnishings.
The accommodation is on either bed and breakfast or half board basis so you can choose to go to a taverna for lunch or picnic on the beach if you wish. There is an outside terrace for relaxing and a swimming pool with sun loungers.
Alternatively you may wish to choose a self catering villa option in strikingly attractive complexes of traditionaly restored houses. Each apartment is comfortably furnished and contains Cypriot antiques and most have four poster beds.
The houses are well equipped with air conditioning and central heating and modern kitchen facilities. There is also satellite TV, internet access and hairdryers.
All apartments have either a balcony or patio and some are also suitable for the disabled. Sun beds are set around an exclusively shared swimming pool next to the apartments.
Authentic traditional Cypriot cooking, English food available. Breakfast & dinner is included in the half board option but lunches are not leaving you free to explore the island and visit a local taverna or even enjoy a picnic on the beach.
You will savour authentic Cypriot food cooked with fresh local ingredients. Food lovers will delight in farm fresh halloumi cheese and delectable mezze - the local speciality appetisers which mix western ingredients with eastern zest. For those with more traditional tastes, English food is available.
Activities
Bike riding (guide optional), hiking (guide optional), olive picking (in season), olive pressing (in season). Orange picking (in season), Halloumi cheese making. The nearest beach is less than ten minutes drive away.
There are several activities that are fun including a day trip with local fishermen, Greek cookery classes, wine tasting, beach, swimming pool.
Car Rental is necessary to if you wish to take advantage of all the activities and explore this lovely island of Cyprus.
Further Details
Languages: Many people in Cyprus speak English and your guide will be fluent in English, German and French
Health requirements: No special vaccinations are required.
Age limit: None
Tuition: One hour per day intensive tuition
Included: Two hours flexible riding for six days. Transfers to and from Larnaka airport. Guide, Some optional activities. Special child care for up to two hours is available as a service to guests to ensure a completely relaxing and carefree horse riding experience. Your children will be supervised while they learn about life on a farm and how to care for horses, donkeys, cats and dogs
Not included: Car Hire Rental recommended and can be arranged. There is a small charge for daily transfer to the stables.
Travel Information
Flights from the UK to Larnaca can be booked with the following airlines:
London Gatwick - 1st Choice Airways, Cyprus Airways & Fly Thomas cook
London Luton - Monarch & 1st Choice Airways
London Heathrow - British Airways, Cyprus Airways and Larnaca Continental
London Stansted - 1st Choice Airways, Cyprus Airways and Fly Globespan
Birmingham - 1st Choice Airways, Cyprus Airways & Fly Thomas Cook.
Bristol - 1st Choice Airways
Cardiff - 1st Choice Airways
East Midlands - 1st Choice Airways
Glasgow - 1st Choice Airways & Fly Thomas Cook
Manchester - 1st Choice Airways, Cyprus Airways & Fly Globespan
Newcastle - 1st Choice Airways
Transfers to/from Larnaca airport are included but car hire is a great option for those wishing to explore the area. There will be a daily transfer cost for those needing transfer to the stables. Alternativley we can arrange car hire to be dropped off to you at the resort.
Airport: Larnaca (LCA)
Programme
Drapia Farm Stay
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This is a horse riding holiday for riders of all experience. Flexible riding is available daily and can be tailored to suit your individual needs. Intensive riding lessons by an English speaking instructor can be arranged. More experienced riders can enjoy a half or full day tour rambling through the peaceful landscape dominated by fields and hills. Your guide is fluent in English, German and French. There are several different trails to enjoy, the Drapia Village Ride, the Tochni Ride, the Choirokitia Ride,the Asgatha Ride and the River Bed Ride. These trails can be enjoyed by riders novice to intermediate. You will ride through different landscape like hills, fields, goat trails, olive orchards. These rides are available all the year around. |
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| Minimum group size: | 2 |
| Maximum group size: | 10 |
| Ability description: | This is a holiday for riders of all abilities. |
| Type of ride: | Based |
| Total riding time: | Flexible |
| Departure dates: | Any time |
| Pricing: | See Pricing |