Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride
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Is Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride worth booking?
Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride is a 7-hour experience in San Gimignano, Italy, from $210 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 65 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (10)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $210 per person
Discover the beauties of Tuscany on horseback! Riding in this wild part of Maremma Toscana, you will cross native woods and small rivers, pass Medieval villages, canter along blooming meadows and have great views. Our ho
What you get
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Use of helmet
- Parking fees
About this experience
Discover the beauties of Tuscany on horseback! Riding in this wild part of Maremma Toscana, you will cross native woods and small rivers, pass Medieval villages, canter along blooming meadows and have great views. Our horses are very reliable and sure-footed and you will have lots of fun. Horseback riders with only advanced experience (walk, trot, canter, 2point/light seat) can participate in these full-day trail riding trips. The ride is about four to five hours in the saddle with a picnic lunch break at lunch time. The main path is walk, but there are several possibilities for trot and canter.
What's included
Included
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Use of helmet
- Parking fees
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bus/Trail pickup and drop-off
- Transportation to/from attractions
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
San Gimignano
You find the stables 1km far from the village of Montieri, close to the Hotel Prategiano
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
You find the stables 1km far from the village of Montieri, close to the Hotel Prategiano
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Fontus s.r.l.
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking. The weight limit is 85 kg (= 185 kb). We have also a few horses for heavy riders, but can confirm availability only on request.
- For a relaxing holiday we recommend to stay overnight in the Hotel Prategiano. You can have also lunch or dinner in our restaurant. Please contact us in advance.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Lovely ride
Beautiful day riding through the forests near Montieri. The horses were fantastic, and our guide shared great insights about the area and clearly loved horses. Perfect for experienced riders, with chances to canter beyond the usual slow trail ride pace.
via Viator
Karla was a fantastic...
Karla was a fantastic guide, she was super friendly and chatty - we thoroughly enjoyed our ride with her, she’s great. We rode Fiera and Valorosso, both great horses, forward going and obviously well cared for. The ride we went on (full day ride) was very rocky and consisted of lots of going up and down hills. We did get the opportunity to have multiple canters which was really enjoyable. Our only negative would be we stopped for our lunch picnic for an hour and a half/two hours which did drag and felt excessive - but understand this is more for the horses benefit than ours so not necessarily a criticism. All staff at the yard were extremely friendly and we would go back if we were ever in Tuscany again.
via Viator
Great ride in beautiful nature
Great horses (Oli, Taiga and Ramon) that really grow close to your heart throughout the day. Nice relaxed team. 4 course menu as picnic :-) Beautiful area We would love to come back
via Tripadvisor (translated)
All day ride in Tuscany
I arrived at 8:45 for an all day ride through the Tuscan mountains. The ride was to being at 9 am but we didn’t not leave until after 10am. The horses looked old and malnourished along with its tack. The two girls were friends from Germany and didn’t really make you feel welcome at all. When the other riders arrived they were all speaking German and were not very inclusive. Once we finally got going I was on a horse named Ollie, she seemed to hate the bit that was used and was constantly pulling her head in discomfort. As we were riding I noticed the horse in front of me was bleeding so they checked her and thank goodness took her back to the stables. Come to find out the horse was hurt a few days earlier but they decided to use her anyway, it doesn’t seem like they checked her before going out. Once we were out and riding there was complete silence unless I engaged the guide, I realize she’s young but she could have been more personable. Once we sat down for lunch another girl arrived who was very pleasant and actually made the whole trip worthwhile. The countryside was gorgeous with beautiful old towns and forests, but I would not recommend this experience on a whole. I would highly recommend they vet their guides a little better and make sure they can engage with the guests, tell them about the area, and answer any questions the rider may have. I have been in the Customer Service business my whole life, I have ridden horses my whole life, and I was a guide in my younger days. The only thing that saved this experience for me was the countryside and the young girl at lunch who was very personable. I hope the owners of the stable will take this into consideration and upgrade all of their tack, feed their horses better and maybe give them some vitamins as it seems they are used quite frequently during high season and are possibly malnourished and over worked.
Response from the operator: Hello Mrs. Bean, we are very sorry to hear that you didn't enjoy the ride as much as it seemed. It was great that you were on time. Our experience with other guests showed that it takes time to get ready to then leave on time. Sometimes they find some traffic and that's why we put the time a bit earlier. Our horse Oli is a sensitive very well-behaving horse that doesn't like a hard hand. We like our horses' reins a bit longer so they don't feel the pulling hands through the whole ride. The little cut on the horse's hoof in front of you was an older tiny wound from weeks ago that got dry and opened up a bit. He was totally fine for the whole time. Our horses do get nutritional supplements, have hay 24/7 and we feed them high quality food. We feel very sorry that the aging of horses is a negative thing about us as we keep them until the end of their days. On your ride there were only younger horses, your guide even had a rescue horse that has had a fantastic recovery story. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the countryside and one guide and hope you had a good time in Tuscany. Kind regards Caja Schaefer Hotel Prategiano
via Tripadvisor
Horse riding
When I mistakenly fell from the horse into the hot sand And was later served with chilled wine 🍷 and cookies
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 10+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 65
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Gimignano.
How much does Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride cost?
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Prices start at $210 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in San Gimignano usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in San Gimignano is not rushed.
Is Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 10 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in San Gimignano, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 10. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 7-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in San Gimignano can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in San Gimignano and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Horse Riding in Tuscany for Experienced Riders: Full-day Trail Ride start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central San Gimignano within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in San Gimignano?
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On Outty we rank every San Gimignano experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Wine and food tasting in an organic family winery, Tuscan Cooking Class, Tuscany Wine Tour: 2 Wineries & Chianti from San Gimignano. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit San Gimignano?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in San Gimignano?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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