The 6 best Horse Riding Tours near Brescia

Horseback riding in the hills overlooking the west shore of Lake Garda from Toscolano Maderno, on trails surrounded by nature.

Hikes are suitable for beginners who are going horseback riding for the first time. You ride through the countryside and woods and reach high ground from where you can admire beautiful views, and you can stop for short breaks. 

To participate sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is necessary.

Minimum age: 14 years old. Maximum weight: 95 kg.

1-hour excursion

The’excursion includes a tour of about 5/6 km around Gaino passing through historical places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

2-hour hike 

Trip of about 12 km along the hill between Gargnano and Toscolano, crossing historic places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

1-hour excursion with lunch or dinner (Sunday evening dinner not possible due to closing shift)

The excursion includes a tour of about 5/6 km around Gaino passing through historical places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

In this experience a lunch or dinner with 3-course tasting menu are included, dessert and coffee, drinks included (dishes with seasonal and local ingredients).

Lunch is prepared for 12:30 / 13:00, is thus preceding the walk. Dinner, on the other hand, is prepared for 7:30 / 8:00 p.m. (Sunday evening excluded due to closing shift) and is held after the walk.

Lunch and dinner include:

•    3 courses
•    Dessert
•    Coffee
•    Drinks

This option is only available from March to September.

2-hour excursion with lunch

Trip of about 12 km along the hillside between Gargnano and Toscolano, passing through historic places and opening the heart to the views of Garda Bresciano.

In this experience lunch is included (available all year round). Lunch is prepared for 12:30 / 13:00, is then following the walk.

Lunch includes:

•    3 courses
•    Dessert
•    Coffee
•    Drinks

Horseback riding among the hills of Valpolicella, departing from San Pietro in Cariano, along routes immersed in nature. The experience allows you to immerse yourself, on horseback, among the vineyards of the renowned and picturesque area also known for the production of Valpolicella wine.

The excursion is also suitable for beginners who have never ridden a horse. Depending on the length of the ride, the route varies in length. You ride through the countryside among glimpses of typical villages and wineries. The views are always beautiful and the perspective certainly unusual.

Horseback riding in Gavardo near Lake Garda will allow you to experience a unique activity immersed in the tranquility of nature.

Available hikes are one-and-a-half hours and extend through local vineyards passing through villages and some trails with breathtaking views.

During the first half hour, the equestrian instructor will teach you how to approach the horse and the saddle-up procedure will take place, after which the walk will start.

The rides are suitable for all levels of experience, to participate in the activity; sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is recommended.

Live a unique experience in contact with nature and the magnificent landscapes of Lake Garda. The horseback ride will wind through picturesque vineyards, giving you breathtaking views and moments of pure relaxation.

The activity has a total duration of 1 hour of which, about 15 minutes, will be dedicated to a brief initial briefing with introduction to the activity and explanations on horse riding.

During the ride, you will admire the beauty of the surrounding area and have an unforgettable experience riding your horse.

Dogs are allowed at the stables as long as they are on a leash.

During the horseback ride starting from Cavedine, just north of Riva del Garda, we follow trails at the foot of Mount Bondone entering a nearby forest.

The walk è suitable for and enjoyable for everyone, beginners and non-beginners; even those who have never been on horseback can participate, and will be able to take their first steps with the help of an equestrian guide.

Horseback riding in the countryside between Lake Garda and Verona.

Once you arrive at the stables, after a brief introduction to the basics of horseback riding, you will set off on your walk. You will be able to choose from 2 different types of outings depending on the duration.

Accompanied by an equestrian guide, you will be able to walk on horseback and discover the wonderful natural landscapes of the Custoza Morainic Hills. Immersed in unspoiled nature, among hills and vineyards, you can relax and rediscover the beauty of the countryside.

Horseback riding among the vineyards in Franciacorta near Lake Iseo from Corte Franca will provide a unique activity immersed in the tranquility of nature.

Available rides are 1 or 2 hours and extend through local vineyards passing through villages and some of the most renowned wineries such as Berlucchi.

The walks are suitable for all levels of experience, and the instructor will teach you the basics of riding as well as accompany you throughout the itinerary.

Sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is required to participate in the activity.

This horseback ride on the shores of Lake Moro, north of Lake d'Iseo è an excursion that lasts about 1 hour, and there è the possibility of extending the route with a ride in the park (in addition to the lake ride) for a total of 1 hour and 45 minutes.

The horseback ride è is very easy and suitable even for beginners. You will also be provided with all the necessary equipment, including a helmet.  

During the ride, if you wish, you can stop at a facility very close to the starting point to enjoy a delicious lunch (not included in the price of the excursion). 

The exclusive horseback ride over Lake Iseo gives you an exciting experience at dusk.

This romantic horseback ride above Lake Moro, north of Lake Iseo is an excursion that lasts about 1 hour, and there is the option of extending the route with a ride in the park (in addition to the ride above the lake) for a total of 1 hr 45 min.

This experience is perfect to do in the company of your partner or a friend.

The horseback ride is very easy and suitable even for beginners. You will also be provided with all the necessary equipment, including a helmet.

During the ride, if you wish, you can stop at a facility very close to the starting point to enjoy a delicious dinner (not included in the price of the excursion).

Horsemanship lesson and horseback ride in the mountains of Val Seriana, in Onore in the province of Bergamo with the possibility of having an aperitif or lunch at a farmhouse.

Walk-only tour

30-minute lesson to familiarize yourself with the horse and 1-hour walk through the woods of Val Seriana.

Tour with aperitif

30-minute lesson, 1-hour walk and aperitif including:

•    cured meats and cheeses
•    a glass of prosecco or spritz
•    bread
•    water

Tour with lunch

30-minute lecture, 1-hour walk and lunch which includes:

•    3 courses of your choice
•    water
•    sweet
•    caffè

Wine and bitters are excluded.

In case of food allergies or intolerances è you can contact the facility following the reservation.

Discover Lake d’Iseo with a horseback ride in the Moro Lake Nature Park, followed by a tasting of local products and local wines.

During the hour-long horseback ride you can explore the park's trails, admiring the natural views of the lake and surrounding area.

On your return to the’farmhouse you will enjoy a tasting of jams, artisanal zero-mile sweet-and-sour vegetables, cheese and local salami, accompanied by a glass of local wine or mineral water, for a tasty, relaxing and perfect experience to share with your partner or friends.

The trail è simple and suitable even for beginners, if you wish, è you can stop at a facility near the starting point for lunch or dinner, not included in the price of the excursion.

Horseback riding in the countryside between Lake Garda and Verona.

Once you arrive at the stables, after a brief introduction to the basics of horseback riding, you will set off on your walk. You will be able to choose from 2 different types of outings depending on the duration.

Accompanied by an equestrian guide, you will be able to walk on horseback and discover the wonderful natural landscapes of the Custoza Morainic Hills. Immersed in unspoiled nature, among hills and vineyards, you can relax and rediscover the beauty of the countryside.

A horseback ride outside Mantua, in the Mincio Park and along the edges of the river before it enters the Po River.

The activity includes a first part of approaching the horse that includes cleaning and caring for the horse: brushing, combing, cleaning, making contact to get to know it better.

This first part of the activity concludes with saddling; you will be accompanied step by step by a qualified technician the entire way.

Next, you will be saddled inside the facility, where the basics of riding and leading the animal outside will be explained: what to pay most attention to, how to stop it, how to move forward, how to turn, etc.

Once this first part is finished, we will proceed with thehorseback riding excursion in the nature of the Mincio Park below Mantua.

Take a horseback ride along the banks of the Serio River, within the nature park of the same name on the border between the provinces of Bergamo and Cremona. Depart from Romano di Lombardia.

Relying on your guide you will have the opportunity to admire the protected natural area, rich in biodiversity and pristine habitats.

Before or after the horseback ride you can rest inside the center's characteristic clubhouse, enjoying an aperitif, or book lunches and dinners or stay in the comfortable B&B, all with a background of ambient music.

Enjoy this equestrian experience as a couple, with family, with friends, and ensure a moment of happiness and relaxation.

Choose horseback riding in the hills of Bergamo and ride along the trails and dirt roads in the area, surrounded by the green woods of the park.

The horseback riding tour routes are suitable for both beginners and experts. The rides are one to two hours in length and take place throughout the week.

You will be led by an experienced guide, who will be with you for the duration of the excursion, showing you the most beautiful places and leading you through the most striking landscapes of the Bergamo area.

(The walk will be at a walking pace and not a galloping pace).

Horsemanship lesson and horseback ride in the mountains of Val Seriana, in Onore in the province of Bergamo with the possibility of having an aperitif or lunch at a farmhouse.

Walk-only tour

30-minute lesson to familiarize yourself with the horse and 1-hour walk through the woods of Val Seriana.

Tour with aperitif

30-minute lesson, 1-hour walk and aperitif including:

•    cured meats and cheeses
•    a glass of prosecco or spritz
•    bread
•    water

Tour with lunch

30-minute lecture, 1-hour walk and lunch which includes:

•    3 courses of your choice
•    water
•    sweet
•    caffè

Wine and bitters are excluded.

In case of food allergies or intolerances è you can contact the facility following the reservation.

Starting from the stable, it will be possible to take a nature walk with an experienced guide who will accompany you on foot.

The route follows the ancient Via Mercatorum, a historic mule track that runs along the river through the woods, passing through Cornello dei Tasso, a very characteristic medieval village and one of the best preserved in all of Lombardy, until you reach Oneta, another small mountain village guarded by the Harlequin House Museum. Crossing the arched gateway on horseback and listening to the sound of hooves on the cobblestones will really feel like going back in time.

The walk will end by returning to the stable all together.

A small welcome breakfast (water and coffee) is included in the price.

Sports and weather-appropriate clothing is recommended.

Horseback riding among the vineyards in Franciacorta near Lake Iseo from Corte Franca will provide a unique activity immersed in the tranquility of nature.

Available rides are 1 or 2 hours and extend through local vineyards passing through villages and some of the most renowned wineries such as Berlucchi.

The walks are suitable for all levels of experience, and the instructor will teach you the basics of riding as well as accompany you throughout the itinerary.

Sportswear with long pants and closed shoes is required to participate in the activity.