“If a man always insisted on being serious, and never allowed himself a bit of fun and relaxation, he would go mad or become unstable without knowing it”
Herodotus
2010 BROCHURE - if you would like one please complete the online form or get in touch - info@rideworldwide.com or telephone 01837 82544
Ride availability can change from day to day so please check with us for the very latest availability and for more details on the rides, horses, accommodation and general travel advice.
Gatcombe - Friday 6th to Sunday 8th August
Burghley - Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th September
Do come and say hello, pick our brains, or simply tell us of your last adventure, we get to re-live ours as well.
Memories, not dreams
Summer ideas…..
FRANCE, YOGA AND RIDING - Hugely invigorating, possibly even life changing - and easy to get to… Excellent for those experienced in the mysteries of yoga and also for those whose bodies and minds have not yet had the pleasure. A comfortable manor house, relaxing fun riding and excellent food. Enjoy French rural living at its best including cook, pool and tennis court.
18th to 25th September £1250 pp
GEORGIA - “With sublimely perched old churches, watchtowers and castles dotting its fantastic mountain scenery, Georgia has to be one of the most beautiful countries on earth.” Lonely Planet Guide on eastern Europe’s best kept secret. What more do you need to know? Locally bred Thoroughbreds, crossed with Arabs and the legendary Akhal Teke, 5 to 7 hours in the saddle each day and camping - Not for softies. Wild country, fresh honest food, liberal applications of local wine and warm hospitality.
27th August to 6th September £1370 pp
FRANCE - DORDOGNE Comfortable private hotels, Chateaux visits and depending on the ride, even Michelin star restaurants. Ride through forests at an easy pace to find your gourmet picnic awaiting. beautiful route in the Lot valley with plenty of opportunities for sightseeing including the stunning Megalithic cave paintings and spectacular stalactites of Cougnac, private vineyard tours, the old city of Sarlat and some seriously delicious cuisine. 15th to 21st August - a choice of accommodation either Haut de Baran, Euros 1975 pp, (approx £1717) or Chateau de Rouffiac Euros 1612 pp (approx £1402)
22nd to 28th August, Vineyards and Chateaux of Cahors - no explanation required - Euros 2000 pp (approx £1739)
4th to 10th September Perigord Ride - bastide towns, crystal caverns, chateaux, vineyards, forests… Euros 1750 pp (approx £1522)
BULGARIA - BALKAN MOUNTAINS - This warm and friendly culturally-rich nation is throwing its arms open to the tourists of the west - get there before the hoi polloi. Fine horses, stunning landscape in a country with 9 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The progressive Mountain Ride requires a little stoicism by night, while the one-base Elen Ride has more frills, though perhaps not in the best possible taste…
Elen Ride 14th to 21st August Euros 925 pp (approx £805)
Balkan Mountain Ride 28th August to 4th September Euros 880 pp (approx £765)
SPAIN - SIERRA NEVADA - Immaculately schooled and gentle horses, great for experienced rider to the confident novice. A progressive route high in the hills means plenty of saddle hours and occasional walking when the gradient kicks in so you need to be fit. Meeting in Malaga so plenty of different flight options.
11th to 18th September, Alpujarra Ride Euros 1240 pp (approx £1078)
25th September to 2nd October, Contraviesa Ride Euros 1240 pp (approx £1078)
ECUADOR - COLONIAL HACIENDA RIDE - A ride in two distinct areas of the Andean highlands. Tread ancient Inca highways and Spanish colonial routes, staying at haciendas which have hosted the likes of Simon Bolivar (the South American liberator) and scientist von Humboldt (who has an ocean current, a penguin, a skunk and a lunar sea named in his honour!) Fantastic riding on well schooled horses and comfortable accommodation in historical haciendas - perfecto!
21st to 28th August, US$2585 pp (approx £1783)
GREECE - PELION COAST - Surely we all know by now that the Pelion Peninsula was the land the gods of Greek mythology chose for their revelries and holidays? So it’s time to nurture to the divine within and make for the peaceful cobbled tracks, the ancient olive groves, the tranquil villages and azure Aegean sea. Relaxing riding with a charming knowledgeable guide.
10th to 17th September, Pelion Coast Ride - Euros 1115 pp (approx £970)
MOROCCO, ROYAL CITIES RIDE - Fabulous for fit riders who like to push on. Lithe Arab horses (stallions included), lengthy saddle hours - you need to be happy riding for 3 or 4 hour stretches, up to 6 or 7 hours a day. No-frills camping. A dash of the exotic and only a short haul flight.
26th September to 3rd October, Euros 940 pp (approx £817)
SPAIN - CAN JOU - fantastic value! A hands-on, no frills ride through unspoilt Catalonia, staying in local inns and hotels. Good local cuisine and wine. Discounted rate for the following:
Smugglers Ride - 26th September to 3rd October, Euros 1033 pp (approx £898)
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT PRICES: Indicative sterling prices given above are subject to change with changing exchange rates. Rates given assume £1=1.15 Euros and £1=US$1.45 but the ride rate when you book will be the Euro / Dollar rate converted to Sterling at the exchange rate in force when you pay, meaning you will benefit from any increases in the strength of Sterling over the next few months. It is not as complicated as it sounds - if you have any questions, just email or call us!
Ride World Wide, Staddon Farm, North Tawton, Devon EX20 2BX
Telephone: 01837 82544 or Fax: 01837 82179
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