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Weekend Horse Riding Trip in Granada

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  • Trek for up to 8 hours in the stunning Sierra Nevada Mountains
  • Enjoy the picturesque village of Lanjaron
  • Set in a pretty spa town famous for its mineral water
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Spend 3 nights in the spa town of Lanjaron near Granada and enjoy 2 full days trekking on horseback through the stunning Sierra Nevada Mountains, to enjoy some of the best horse riding Spain has to offer!

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Spend 3 nights in the spa town of Lanjaron near Granada and enjoy 2 full days trekking on horseback through the stunning Sierra Nevada Mountains, to enjoy some of the best horse riding Spain has to offer!

Take advantage of the incredible surroundings of the Alpujarra hills and Sierra Nevada Mountains on this great  horse riding holiday  in Spain. Stay for 4 nights and enjoy 3 full days trekking in the area.

Your base either be a Spanish farmhouse near the spa town of Lanjaron or a friendly local Hotel with the town. People are drawn by the fresh air, the natural environment and the magnificent Sierra Nevada Mountains and indeed flock from afar to sample the water which is said to contain minerals for eternal youth and which is bottled and sold throughout Spain!

This fun horse riding holiday in Spain will take you out on treks to enjoy a wide choice of easy hacks right through to challenging trail rides in this spectacular area of ​​Southern Spain.

With the stables situated 1023 meters above the wonderful town of Lanjaron, during your treks you will see some of the most incredible views of the surrounding Andalusian countryside, with the coastline of Africa visible on very clear days.

You will follow old Moorish mule paths and valleys where the horse, mule or oxen still to this day pull the plough to harvest the earth’s crops. This horse riding holiday is more than just a horse riding holiday, but a chance to discover the remarkable Andalusian scenery and to immerse yourself in the culture where even today, tradition remains very much part of everyday life.

Please note, the itinerary and accommodation locations may vary and be altered according to the abilities of the group, the weather, and at the discretion of the guide.

Your accommodation will be a mix of a mountain cottage and a local guesthouse.

*From price based on two people sharing a twin room

Arrival

You may check-in any time after 3pm on the day you choose to arrive.

Relax by the pool during the afternoon or visit the local village of Lanjaron to explore.

Dinner prepared by your host and cook, Emily, at the simple and beautiful local guesthouse.

 

Forest Trek

After breakfast you will be driven to the stables to meet the horses and your guide.

High mountain trek with the chance of plenty of canters on the logging tracks.

Through scrubby oak forests to high mountain pastures of the Sierra Nevada. Trekking through the pine forests of Puente Palo (the bridge of the sticks) and through El Prado de las Liebres (the meadow of the hares).

A picnic lunch to be enjoyed in the pine forest before returning to the Ranch via the Mirador de Cañar to the west.

 

 

Full Day Trek

After breakfast you will follow the Lanjaron river gorge climbing high into the mountains on a 600 year old cobbled mule track through the Chestnut forests to the waterfalls of El Tello.

Lunch will be at high altitudes in walnut orchards and alpine meadows.

A faster pace ride after lunch to take you the Tello ridge road mountain track. Dropping back down to the Ranch in the afternoon.

 

Departure Day

Enjoy breakfast before checking out of your accommodation.

What's included

Included

  • 3 nights accommodation
  • *FB - Breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner included
  • 2 days of horse riding (4-8 hours per day)
  • All horse riding equipment (please bring suitable clothing and boots for riding)
  • Assistance of a horse riding instructor

Accommodation

Alpujarra Guesthouse (or similar)

Alpujarra Guest House has been modernised, more than 200 years old it was a traditional farmhouse (cortijo), situated on over 3 hectares, located on the southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada mountain range above the village of Lanjarón, between Granada and the Mediterranean Sea.

The property consists of three separate guestrooms, all en-suite and accessed from their private terraces. Communal living room and dining area.

There is a sun terrace, garden, bar and seasonal outdoor swimming pool all within privacy.

Cortijo de la Cueva del Pescado (or similar)

Located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains

The original cortijo was a staging post for the mules transporting fresh fish from the port of Motril on the coast to the provincial city of Granada.

During the summer months, the mules carrying the fish, travelled by night and during the hot days the fish was stored in the cool cave from which the Cortijo derived its name.

This cortijo has been comprehensively rebuilt by the present owners to provide a luxurious family home with 2 separate apartments located within the extensive landscaped grounds. These well-appointed apartments allow guests comfort and privacy while being situated close to the main family house.

Within the grounds there is a large, heated swimming pool with a pool bar providing an ideal area to relax with a cool drink at the end of a day in the saddle!

Some bedrooms have ensuite and there are two bedrooms which share a bathroom.

Your local host

Sarah Vesey

Sarah is originally from the New Forest and grew up around the wild ponies, with whom she fell head over heels in love. Any spare moment she could, she would spend with friends’ horses or in the forest and soon became the ‘go-to’ person for any horses with behavioural problems. When visiting friends in southern Spain, she decided it’d be even more fun riding in the warm! There’s no finer place to work with rescue horses, rehabilitating them in the mountains. The treks across the landscape are extraordinary, with views across to Africa, and getting up close with nature. The variety allows people to ensure that everyone from beginners to experienced equestrians have the ride of a lifetime. The riding centre is a few minutes from the pretty spa town of Lanjaron bursting with Moorish influences. People come here to drink the water which is said to contain minerals for eternal youth. Nearby is Orgiva, a busy market town with bustling tapas bars and small streets to discover.

Sarah is originally from the New Forest and grew up around the wild ponies, with whom she fell head over heels in love. Any spare moment she could, she would spend with friends’ horses or in the forest and soon became the ‘go-to’ person for any horses with behavioural problems. When visiting friends in southern Spain, she decided it’d be even more fun riding in the warm! There’s no finer place to work with rescue horses, rehabilitating them in the mountains. The treks across the landscape are extraordinary, with views across to Africa, and getting up close with nature. The variety allows people to ensure that everyone from beginners to experienced equestrians have the ride of a lifetime. The riding centre is a few minutes from the pretty spa town of Lanjaron bursting with Moorish influences. People come here to drink the water which is said to contain minerals for eternal youth. Nearby is Orgiva, a busy market town with bustling tapas bars and small streets to discover.

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Location

This horse riding holiday is locted in Lanjarón which is famous for its water springs which are dotted all over the hills. Many Spanish come here to drink the water which is said to contain minerals for eternal youth. The towns in the surrounding area are heavily influenced by Gothic and Moorish architecture. While out on the hills, you will be surrounded by almond, olive, and citrus groves which are still tended to by “man and his mule”. This area of Spain really is steeped in history and rich in culture.

The stables are situated on a small plateau at a height of 1,200 meters above the spa town of Lanjarón in the Las Alpujarras region of Andalucia, close to Granada, Spain. Wonderful views of the surrounding countryside, hills, and Sierra Nevada Mountains are evident in all directions. You can even see the coastline of Africa on a clear day. It is also near to the busy market town of Orgiva which is boasting many bustling tapas bars.

Nearest airports:  Granada (45 minutes) or Malaga (90 minutes)

Airport transfers can be arranged at an additional cost (paid locally):
Malaga: 110 euros transfers each way per car for up to four persons
Granada: 60 euros transfers each way per car for up to four persons

 

 

FAQs

Key information required with enquiry. Please make sure you add this information to your enquiry notes.

- Rider’s Age
- Height
- Weight*
- Riding experience
- Dietary requirements

Please note: Although the riding school have a wide range of horses to choose to ride, the horses on our Horse riding holidays unfortunately cannot take riders certain limits:

Weight limit:
90 kgs for experienced riders,
80kg for novice riders and
75kg for beginners

Who is this suitable for?

Hosts speak both English and Spanish

Riders should be fit enough to be able to walk downhill for at least 15 minutes, leading a horse in order to do some of the trails. The itinerary will be changed for riders that are not able to manage the walk.

This fun horse riding holiday will take you out on treks to enjoy the beautiful and extremely diverse surroundings of the Alpujarras mountains, as well as the wide choice of easy hacks right through to challenging trail rides in this spectacular area of Southern Spain. With the stables situated 1,200 meters above the wonderful town of Lanjarón, during your treks, you will see some of the most incredible views of the surrounding Andalusian countryside with the coastline of Africa visible on very clear days.

You will follow old Moorish mule paths and valleys where the horse, mule, or oxen still to this day, pull the plough to harvest crops. This is more than just a horse riding holiday but a chance to discover the remarkable Andalusian scenery and to witness the culture where tradition remains very much part of everyday life.

This horse riding holiday is suitable for all levels from complete beginners to advanced riders. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and must be supervised on a ratio of one adult to three children.

I'm travelling solo - can I join?

These horse riding holidays in Spain make perfect singles holidays, you’ll meet like-minded people

What will I learn?

You will spend your days trekking through the hills and mountains, your instructor will guide you in the basics of riding if you are a beginner to help you develop your balance and control over the horse to help to create a harmony between yourself and the horse

As an intermediate to advanced rider you will have the chance to develop your existing skills with plenty of opportunity to canter and gallop

Are meals included? What will the food be like?

All meals are included throughout your stay.

You’ll have a picnic lunch during your treks as well as a Spanish breakfast and full dinner each day.

Although all meals are provided, the horse riding company also offers a "stop to shop" service with transfers where you will be taken to a large city supermarket, if you would like to shop for one hour before arriving at your accommodation. The transfer service costs an additional 10 EUR.

The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for: regular (typically includes meat and fish), vegetarian, and other diets can be catered for upon request.

How can I get to the riding centre from Malaga or Granada?

Nearest airport:
Granada (45 minutes) or Malaga (90 minutes)

Airport transfers can be arranged at an additional cost (paid locally):
Malaga: 110 euros transfers each way per car for up to four persons
Granada: 60 euros transfers each way per car for up to four persons

Do I need to bring boots and helmet?

Helmet will be provided but you will need to bring your own boots.

Can you provide information regarding the horses?

The centre has 20+ well-trained and schooled horses varying in ages to suit the beginner and advanced rider. The horses range in height from the smallest horse at 12 hands to horses up to 17 hands and they are mainly Andalusians, PREs, Andalusian crosses with Arabs, and also Cobs and ponies. All horses are fully trained to be ridden either Western style or traditional style.

Please note that although the riding school has a wide range of horses to choose to ride, the horses on the working holiday, unfortunately, cannot take riders over 15 stone (95 kilograms). Moreover, the type of tack that is used is mainly English tack, although Caballo Blanco Horse Riding & Trekking Centre does have some Western saddles.

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