Crete · HORSES
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 10 horse riding worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Ride through Crete’s Finikia mountains, enjoy Zeus views, and share a homemade Cretan meal and wine at a friendly family farm.
“Hosts were great. Great energy and generosity. 10/10 recommend for anyone visiting the area.”
Ride through Crete’s Finikia mountains for Giouhtas views, a village panorama, calm horses, orange juice, and friendly local guides.
“The staff was very friendly and even offered us a ride to the farm and back to the hotel due to the rain. Once we were there, the inexperienced people got a small lesson to learn about the horses and how to ride them. Everyone can ride here, professional or beginner. Afterwards we were offered a nice drink at the farm and also food. All in all, a very nice experience and deffinetly worth the money!”
Ride Crete’s Finikia and Giouchtas mountains, enjoy wide views, and share a generous Cretan lunch with wine at a welcoming family stable.
“Fantastic horse ridding experience in the mountains with a freshly home cooked meal and wine after. The trip was very well organised. I am a beginner and I was on this trip with a mixture of beginner and experienced riders, which accommodated both. This is a family business and you can see clearly that this family love and take very good care if their animals, they treat their hoses and dogs as part of their family. I would highly recommend this experience.”
Ride through Crete’s olive groves to Plakias Beach, then canter beside the Libyan Sea with trained horses and an experienced guide.
“Expérience inoubliable 🥰 Dès le départ, nous nous sommes sentis en sécurité grâce aux explications claires et à la bienveillance du moniteur. Il a tout de suite compris que j’étais un peu inquiète, et il a su me rassurer avec beaucoup de patience et de gentillesse. Mon copain, qui n’était jamais monté à cheval auparavant, a lui aussi été parfaitement accompagné et a pu profiter pleinement de la balade. Les chevaux sont calmes, bien dressés et adaptés au niveau de chacun, ce qui nous a permis de profiter du paysage incroyable sans stress. Malgré le prix un peu élevé, je recommande !”
Ride through Crete’s olive groves at sunset with calm horses, friendly guides, and a small group limited to six riders.
“It was superb all round. Very calm horses, great guide and absolutely breathtaking sceneries. The route we took was amazing!”
Ride from Hersonissos through Crete’s olive groves and mountain paths to sea views, with a small group, English guide, and hotel pickup.
“the experience was amazing. Nico was the best host, very lovely and chatty, giving us lots of information before we started the ride. And the route was lovely with many viewpoints. Well worth what we paid. An experience we won’t forget.”
Ride from Crete’s olive groves to Damnoni, Ammoudaki, Klissidi, and Ammoudi beaches on a small-group coastal horse ride.
“It was so amazing. We was late and the guide was waiting. So nice.”
Ride horses by the sea, watch Falassarna sunset with wine, enjoy Cretan food, and receive drone photos on this six-hour trip from Chania.
“Wow what an amazing way to end a vacation! I went with my girlfriend on this activity and we both were extremely happy with it. We were picked up from hotel in time by the friendliest driver we have ever met. The driver had excellent customer skills and was very friendly towards all the people attending the activity. He made sure everything went smoothly. The riding was amazing experience. This was my first time ever riding and I loved it! I felt like a cowboy in western movies. Definitely can recommend for first timers as well! I felt safe riding as there was a friendly instructor helping everyone. After riding…”
Ride horses by the sea, watch Falasarna’s famous sunset, receive a drone video, and enjoy a Cretan tavern dinner from Chania.
“Yannis was a fabulous guide. His knowledge about Crete is exceptional. He delivers a personalized experience based upon your needs. We went horseback riding with a private guide, had a romantic beach sunset picnic with wine and fruit and then Yannis took us to a local tavern on the beach for an amazing dinner. Yannis made us feel like family and we were very appreciative of his hospitality. I would make this tour a must do when visiting Crete.”
Ride through South Crete’s olive groves on a calm, guided one-hour horseback trip for beginners and experienced riders.
“It was fantastic. The guide was professional and very friendly. It was my first time riding and my English is poor, but the guide still managed to organize a wonderful riding trip for me and my daughter. The horses are very well trained and the stables are very clean. Everyone was very friendly to us, and I immediately felt at ease. I am grateful for this wonderful experience.”
Pick a coast, a gorge or a kitchen.
