Beginner Rides
If you are a total beginner when it comes to horse riding or you have a little experience and consider yourself a novice, it can often be quite daunting to find a horse riding holiday to suit your riding ability. There’s really no need to worry – there are many destinations which can offer tuition, hacking and even short trail rides for those who have spent little or no time in the saddle but who would like to take part. Although not many destinations will take a complete beginner on a lengthy trail ride, for reasons of safety and fairness to their horses, there are plenty of opportunities where you can get stuck in and even learn how to care for horses too. Several destinations even offer ‘beginner programmes’ where you can learn all the basics of riding in a short space of time, coming home with a sense of real accomplishment and some wonderful horseback memories.
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Beginner riders can often be nervous (understandably so!) but we work with many instructors who have the experience and patience to give you riding confidence. The main piece of advice we can give is to follow instruction and take note of the advice given to you. This will ensure that you have an enjoyable trip and improve your riding as much as possible. We are always delighted when beginners and novices book a riding holiday as it’s so satisfying to share our love of riding with others. When you have more experience then you can use your Far and Ride loyalty discount on another more adventurous riding experience!
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Alentejo RetreatPortugal3 matching itinerariesThis family-run farm is located approximately 150 km from Lisbon in the central Portuguese region of Alentejo and is owned by Laura and her family.View Ride -
Andalucia TrailsSpain4 matching itinerariesThis unique trekking centre based in the heart of Andalucia, offers 2-8 day trail rides for families, friends and singles, and for all abilities.View Ride -
Ant's Nest and Ant's HillSouth Africa1 matching itineraryThese unique bush homes, Ant's Nest and Ant's Hill, are located on their own private game reserve in the beautiful Waterberg region of South AfricaView Ride -
Arizona Hacienda RanchUSA1 matching itineraryThis 300 yr old ranch is one of the last great haciendas in America and its history has been lovingly preserved within the high Sonoran Desert.View Ride -
Arizona TombstoneUSA1 matching itineraryTake a step back in history and ride trails made famous by Wyatt Earp, Doc Holliday and the outlaw Curly Bill Brocius.View Ride -
A Taste of SicilySicily1 matching itineraryA package for riders who want to explore beautiful Sicily on horseback, combining their stay with some sightseeing and visits to local restaurants.View Ride -
Axarquia Mountain HideawaySpain1 matching itineraryAn all-inclusive, tailor made finca stay in the true wilderness of Andalucia, suitable for all levels of rider and their non-riding companions.View Ride -
Bitterroot Ranch (Wyoming)USA2 matching itinerariesA Wyoming ranch with some of the best and most diverse horse riding in North America.View Ride -
BoranaKenya1 matching itineraryBorana offers superb safari riding opportunities for all levels, in addition to mountain biking, bush walks and bird watching for non-riders.View Ride -
British Columbia RanchCanada1 matching itineraryThis guest and cattle ranch offers guests the ultimate outdoor adventure holiday in the Canadian Rocky Mountains of British Columbia.View Ride -
Canada Cattle RanchCanada1 matching itineraryThis authentic working guest cattle ranch in the heart of Saskatchewan country welcomes all riders to enjoy and share in their ranching culture.View Ride -
Canadian RockiesCanada2 matching itinerariesExplore the Canadian back country in true western style, off-grid and immersed in nature.View Ride -
Castle LeslieIreland2 matching itinerariesCastle Leslie and its world class Equestrian Centre offers expert tuition in flatwork, show jumping and cross country as well as beautiful hacking.View Ride -
Ceiriog ValleyWales1 matching itineraryThis beautiful new ride is situated on the border between England and Wales with plenty of off-road riding on bridleways, moorlands and ancient tracksView Ride -
Celtic TrailsIreland1 matching itineraryRiding trails through the rolling hills of the Slieve Aughty Mountains with views down to the River Shannon, with visits to Irish castles and ruins.View Ride -
Coffee HighlandsBrazil2 matching itinerariesDiscover the coffee-growing regions of Sao Paulo, visiting historical plantation homes and riding through well-preserved natural landscapes.View Ride -
Colorado Creek RanchUSA1 matching itineraryThis 600-acre family guest ranch, nestled in its own private mountain valley, has been offering authentic western holidays for more than 70 years.View Ride -
Colours of MexicoMexico1 matching itineraryThis ranch is a haven for all visitors, providing a taste of Mexican vibrancy, fantastic cuisine, superb facilities and responsive trail horses.View Ride -
Costa Rica Ranch & BeachCosta Rica1 matching itineraryCosta Rica is a haven for wildlife and this ranch offers riding in search of monkeys and tropical birds as well as along the white sandy beachesView Ride -
El Venado Polo SchoolArgentina1 matching itineraryThis beautiful working estancia is just 2 hours from Buenos Aires and the perfect place to learn or perfect your polo skills with real professionals.View Ride -
Epona Dressage and TrailsSpain2 matching itinerariesThis classical dressage centre nr Seville suits almost all riders, from those wanting to combine lessons with trails up to experienced dressage ridersView Ride -
EssaouiraMorocco1 matching itineraryDiscover the hills, valleys and coastal villages around the fishing port of Essaouira on horseback.View Ride -
Estancia Don JoaquinArgentina1 matching itineraryThis welcoming estancia in the Corrientes province of Argentina, famed for its wetlands and lagoons, is the perfect location to explore on horsebackView Ride -
Estancia Los PotrerosArgentina1 matching itineraryEstancia Los Potreros is a renowned riding holiday destination, set in the Cordoba hills in the middle of Argentina.View Ride -
Galiny PalacePoland2 matching itinerariesA welcoming country estate offering riding lessons, hacking, carriage driving and a host of non-riding activities too!View Ride -
Georgia RanchUSA1 matching itineraryA beautiful year-round guest ranch and horse farm conveniently nestled in Central Georgia's Historic Heartland.View Ride -
Geres Wolf and Wild Horse TrailsPortugal1 matching itineraryHorseback riding through the territory of the Iberian Wolf and the wild Garrano horse.View Ride -
Gobi and Grasslands RideMongolia1 matching itineraryExperience the desert of the Bayan Gobi and the lush grassland steppes of the Orkhon Valley on this horseback trail which combines bothView Ride -
Great South RanchMorocco1 matching itineraryA beautiful Moroccan ranch, set between the Anti-Atlas mountains and an 8km beach, offering riding trips on their fantastic Arab-Barbs.View Ride -
Greek Island EscapeGreece1 matching itineraryYou will ride out of a small, authentic, family run riding stables in the heart of the island town of Molyvos.View Ride -
Hacienda La AlegriaEcuador1 matching itineraryHacienda La Alegria specialises in horseback riding in the beautiful surroundings of the Ecuadorian Andes.View Ride -
Hacienda ZuletaEcuador1 matching itineraryThis exclusive stables in Ecuador is located only two hours north of Quito in the spectacular Andean mountain range.View Ride -
Horizon Horseback Adventures and SafarisSouth Africa1 matching itineraryHorizon Horseback offers a selection of fabulous based adventures and riding safaris in the Waterberg area of northern South Africa.View Ride -
Idaho Western Pleasure RanchUSA1 matching itineraryThis Idaho ranch offers surprisingly beautiful landscapes, Red Angus cattle and a host of riding and non-riding activities for all ages and abilities.View Ride -
Il ParetaioItaly1 matching itineraryA Tuscan country house offering a high standard of riding tuition, especially classical dressage, and hacking in the beautiful surrounding countrysideView Ride -
Kay El Bar RanchUSA1 matching itineraryThis authentic, intimate and friendly ranch offers a genuine dude ranch experience located in the Sonoran Desert, just 1.5 hours from Phoenix airportView Ride -
Kupres FarmBosnia and Herzegovina4 matching itinerariesA stunning destination set in the natural beauty of the Kupres Plateau.View Ride -
Lagoa do Peixe National ParkBrazil2 matching itinerariesLagoa do Peixe national park; a wetland mix of salt marshes, lagoons, sand dunes and ocean. A haven for migrating birds, best explored on horseback,View Ride -
Medieval DordogneFrance1 matching itineraryRide through this varied and beautiful region of the Dordogne and discover the history, chateau and bastides the area is known for.View Ride -
Montana Mountain RanchUSA1 matching itineraryTraverse the wide open prairies, along and through the Judith River and explore the mountains of the National Forest on this ranch holiday in Montana.View Ride -
Montes de Oro HaciendaCosta Rica1 matching itineraryBe enchanted by the golden beaches and tropical rainforests of Costa Rica from this new hacienda in the Punta Arenas area west of the capital San JoseView Ride -
Monte Velho Equo ResortPortugal4 matching itinerariesA Lusitano stud farm offering luxurious accommodation and wonderful riding opportunities in the Alentejo region of Portugal.View Ride -
Mozambique Horse SafarisMozambique1 matching itineraryA phenomenal Mozambique beach riding destination offering a stunning African setting, loved horses and fabulous beach resort accommodation.View Ride -
Pieniny Farm StayPoland1 matching itineraryA simple, homely riding holiday offering beautiful riding country, tasty Polish food and brave, sure-footed horses.View Ride -
Plitvice RanchCroatia1 matching itineraryA family ranch stay which allows guests to explore the beauty of the Croatian landscape.View Ride -
Portugal EquestrianPortugal2 matching itinerariesPortugal Equestrian is a professional equestrian set-up offering top quality training in show jumping, dressage and working equitation.View Ride -
Quinta dos PinheirosPortugal3 matching itinerariesClassical dressage and working equitation classes in rural Alentejo.View Ride -
Roop Niwas Kothi HotelIndia2 matching itinerariesThis hotel is home to one of the biggest stud farms for Marwari horses in India.View Ride -
Rushmore Estate RideEngland2 matching itinerariesThis exclusive riding destination in Wiltshire offers cosy accommodation and scenic hacks on their much-loved hunters and show ponies.View Ride -
Sea & Pine ForestSardinia1 matching itineraryThis is the leading riding centre in Sardinia with an indoor school and facilities for all the family including a Western village.View Ride -
Swazi Culture & SceneryEswatini1 matching itineraryThe Kingdom of Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) is an exciting destination for horse riders, with diverse terrain, accommodation and Swazi culture.View Ride -
Tuscany CastleItaly1 matching itineraryJust 1.5 hours from Rome, this splendid castle has restored facilities and an equestrian centre so you can enjoy this wonderful region on horsebackView Ride -
Unspoilt MallorcaMallorca1 matching itineraryExplore on horseback the wild and unspoilt secrets of Mallorca - the rustic paths, mountains and virgin beaches far from the tourist trail.View Ride -
Utah Backcountry TrailsUSA4 matching itinerariesDiscover the Colorado Plateau on these multi-day horseback trails through scenic southern Utah.View Ride -
Vale de FerreirosPortugal4 matching itinerariesThis is a small family owned equestrian centre with horses and instructors of the highest class.View Ride -
Western Adventures in TuscanyItaly1 matching itineraryThis welcoming, friendly establishment specialises in western riding, offering relaxed riding holidays as well as tuition and exciting trails.View Ride -
White Stallion RanchUSA2 matching itinerariesThis ranch, adjacent to the Saguaro National Park, has the timeless aura of a working western cattle ranch coupled with comfortable accommodationView Ride -
Wyoming Lodge and Working Guest RanchUSA1 matching itineraryThis authentic working dude ranch combines a touch of luxury with fantastic horse riding, horsemanship and cattle working opportunities.View Ride
