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PORTUGAL

A land of great horses and timeless trails

In Portugal, horses are part of the national soul. You might spend the morning practising elegant movements on a well-trained Lusitano, then head out through quiet villages, rolling farmland, or down to the ocean for fast canters on golden sand. The riding is both refined and adventurous, deeply tied to centuries of equestrian culture.


From the volcanic trails of the Azores to the historic Ribatejo region, every day brings a new rhythm. You could visit the legendary Veiga stud, take in the buzz of the Golegã horse fair, or simply enjoy warm hospitality at a family-run quinta. Portugal is a place where classical riding and raw, natural beauty come together—and you feel it in every stride.

7 nights

FROM €1,783

Intermediate to advanced

A beautiful trail ride around Faial island in the Azores, on fantastic Lusitano horses, returning each night to a great lodge for a delicious dinner and drinks.

Azores Falal Island Trails

6 nights

FROM €2,780

Intermediate to advanced

A stunning trail ride around the Ribatejo region of Portugal on beautiful Lusitano horses, including a visit to Golega and to the Veiga Stud farm, Quinta da Brôa, you might even catch a glimpse of Manuel Veiga training his Lusitano stallions!

The Lusitano Trail

Flexible

FROM €990

Intermediate to advanced

Visit a fabulous luxury dressage and wine estate in Portugal, just 45 minutes from Lisbon and experience Classical Dressage Training on high class Lusitanos in beautiful surroundings.

Quinta do Rol Classical Dressage

5 nights

FROM €2,590

Intermediate to advanced

A beautiful trail ride from the Ribatejo region of Portugal to the Atlantic sea on beautiful Lusitano horses. Expect amazing views, varied terrain, typical Portuguese villages and hidden places, this is the real Portugal!

The Atlantic Trail

Flexible

FROM €630

All levels

Come and enjoy classical dressage and working equitation training in small groups on pure and part bred Lusitanos. Dressage lessons catered for all levels, and working equitation appeals to people with some dressage experience already.

Alcainça Classical Dressage & Working Equitation

Flexible

FROM €725

All levels

Quinta do Falcão offers a truly special horse riding holiday in the heart of Portugal, where the focus is on classical dressage, traditional Portuguese equitation, and the unique bond between horse and rider.

Quinta do Falcão Classical Dressage & Working Equitation

5 nights

FROM €1,505

Intermediate to advanced

Every November, the small town of Golegã becomes the epicentre of Lusitano horse culture during the legendary Golegã National Horse Fair. Enjoy guided trips to the fair, entertainment and participate in the parade riding through the town of Golegã.

Quinta do Falcão Golegã Fair & Classical Dressage
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