Horseback riding in the Casentino valley
Highlights
- Discover the fairytale charm of the Casentino on a 1-hour horseback ride
- Learn basic riding techniques from an experienced riding guide
- Ride peacefully through chestnut forests and majestic silver firs
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Full description
Saddle up and set off from Pratovecchio for a one-hour horseback ride among the majestic white fir trees of the Casentino Valley. These centuries-old trees, which live to be up to 500 years old and reach extraordinary heights, will make you feel like you are in a fairy tale!
Let yourself be enchanted by the tranquillity and timeless beauty of these giants as you ride peacefully in the company of an equestrian guide.
What we will do
The appointment is at the riding school in Pratovecchio, in the province of Arezzo. On arrival, the equestrian guide will welcome us and take us to meet the splendid horses of the riding school, already saddled and ready to go out for a ride.
Before setting off, the guide will introduce us to the basic techniques for handling the horse with a 15-20 minute briefing inside the riding school on how to brake and start off safely.
Afterwards, we will leave the stables for a walk of about 45 minutes in the Casentino Valley landscape. We will be surrounded by chestnut forests and the imposing white firs, majestic trees typical of the Casentino that can live up to 500 years and reach heights of 50 metres. These firs not only contribute to a rich and varied ecosystem, but also create analmost fairytale-like atmosphere.
We will ride along easy trails at a leisurelypace, allowing us to fully enjoy the surrounding landscape, and with a bit of luck we may spot local fauna such as roe deer, red deer, fallow deer and hares.
Finally, we calmly return to the stables. Between briefing and horseback riding, the experience lasts a total of about 1 hour.
Who it is aimed at
The activity is suitable for everyone over the age of 14. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult in the riding hall.
A maximum weight of 95 kg is required to participate in this activity. No horse riding experience is necessary.
Other information
The activity can be booked all year round and is confirmed with a minimum of 2 participants.
The riding is English-style.
The meeting place cannot be reached by public transport.
Dogs are allowed and can be left in the riding stables in special enclosures.
Recommended clothing
- Long trousers (mandatory)
- Closed shoes
What is included
How it works
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Send a booking request
We will only pre-authorise the payment
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Receive confirmation within 48 hours
In case of confirmation, you will be charged the cost of the activity
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Buy a gift voucher
Valid for 12 months from the date of issue. You will receive it by email, in pdf format.
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Choose your preferred date
Contact the guide at the contact details on the voucher and arrange a day for the activity.
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Live your experience
Enjoy the activity and let us know how it was!
Meeting point
Pratovecchio, Arezzo
Frequently asked questions
What happens in case of bad weather?
If you have made a fixed-date booking and the weather conditions are not suitable for safely carrying out the activity (according to the expert opinion of the guide), you will be fully refunded. The guide may offer you an alternative date or time for the activity. You are free to accept or decline these proposals. If you cannot reschedule, we will proceed with a full refund!
If I cancel the reservation, can I get a full refund?
For this activity, the cancellation policy is last minute. You get a full refund if you cancel within 24 hours from the activity start. You can find the full policies in the Cancellation Policy section.
What payment methods do you accept?
On Freedome, you can pay with any rechargeable credit card or prepaid card (including Postepay) from Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB networks. We also accept debit cards enabled for online payments. You can also use the digital wallets Apple Pay and Google Pay.
