Ride World Wide

Ride World Wide

Riding holidays and horse safaris

Spain - Gredos Mountains

…the best riding holiday I have done. Maria Elena is a wonderful hostess and guide at all times. The scenery was stunning – no need to go half way round the world! I think she feel some people are put off coming to Spain in the summer as too hot, but the Gredos are always pleasant due to their altitude - with lots of rivers to swim in at lunch!
SP (London) Ride date 24/05/09

A lovely holiday. Superb scenery to ride through – hillsides and meadows covered in wild flowers. Excellent horses, willing, sure footed and responsive. Not only a riding holiday – a gastronomic one as well. Food and wine was varied regional and excellent! All helped by Maria Elena – She is a superb host, extremely engaging but also very hardworking and attentive to detail.
AL (London) Ride date 24/05/09

Overall the ride was excellent. One of the hotels – on the second to last night – could have been improved. I would have enjoyed the chance to canter and gallop a bit more, but this didn’t happen due to various circumstances, eg weather.
TP (London) Ride date 05/10/08

Maria Elena was an excellent host and did everything to ensure our needs. The horses were in excellent condition, well schooled and responsive. The holiday was thoroughly enjoyable.
LB (Bath) Ride date 13/07/08

List of clothing v. useful. It was a very relaxing holiday with a good balance of riding and leisure time. The organisers are concerned that holidaymakers may think Central Spain is too hot in the summer, but this is not so as you are high enough to be cooler.
VS (Buckinghamshire) Ride date13/07/09

Maria Elena and assistants were great. We all really enjoyed the ride and the hospitality.
DS (Moscow) Ride date 22/06/08

"Really excellent…. Maria Elena and Emilio were great, really friendly and warm. Scenery was fantastic. Great variety ...lovely horses with tons of personality and spirit"
RG (Warwickshire)

"Maria Elena and Emilio are excellent guides and their attention to detail in every aspect of the holiday was amazing - one of the best holidays I’ve been on... The hotels were excellent and the picnics absolutely wonderful. I don’t think I could fault this holiday and the efficiency of your company in Devon in any way."
LM (London)

"Having been before, one could imagine that the standards could have dropped, but they most definitely haven't..."
JL & EK (London)

"A couple of the hotels could be improved upon however all were clean and hospitable. Overall it was an excellent holiday. Maria Elena and Emilio are perfect hosts and the care of their horses was exceptional. The scenery was stunning and the memory of riding through some of the remote villages will always remain with me. I would definitely ride with them again. Thank you for your professionalism at Ride World Wide - and the advice to take a rain coat was a good one!"
JW (Suffolk)

"We had an excellent holiday which certainly lived up to our high hopes. The main reason for its success - despite variable weather which included snow - was the brilliantly efficient, friendly and interesting way Maria Elena and Emilio looked after us and the thought and planning that had gone into the itinerary. The three of us who fished for trout were very grateful for the trouble Maria Elena took to make this possible. Very many thanks to the efficient and friendly help of the Ride World Wide team"
NA (Devon)

"The lunches were excellent and fresh fruit for aperitivos was very welcome. The dinners depended on the accommodation and I would have preferred some plainer food options. The ride was well paced in view of the terrain. My horse was as fresh and forward going on the last day as the first. Also very well schooled and light to handle, as I believe the other horses were. Overall nothing was too much trouble for Maria Elena or Emilio and the two girls were very helpful in taking care of the horses when we slid off!"
MS (Kent)

"This was a lovely riding holiday and Maria Elena and her husband were v good hosts. The trip was very well organized. Would definitely recommend to friends, we were very well looked after."
KB (London)

Spain - Sierra Nevada

Another absolutely brilliant Ride World Wide experience!
EH (London) Ride Date 26/04/09

The trip was a huge amount of fun and Dallas could not have been more helpful. The most perfect riding holiday.
SA (Gibraltar) Ride date 19/04/09

Loved every minute, can’t think of anything that would possibly improve it.
LW (London) Ride date 29/03/09

We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday – it was better than imagined. Dallas Love was a great hostess, her horses appeared well and happy! Her picnics were a particular favourite - delicious!
SM (West Sussex) Ride date 21/09/08

This was a wonderful holiday - it suited myself and my daughter as newcomers to trekking holidays perfectly. Dallas managed to get the balance right and made it a unique experience. It might not suit some more experienced riders who wanted more opportunity to ride more expansively. This ride is very much trekking along steep rocky tracks in rugged terrain. Opportunities to canter are limited by the very hard surfaces. I loved it and the horses were so good, well mannered and responsive. It was a pleasure to be with someone who really cares for her animals and as an indicator, the tack was beautifully kept.
JA (Devon) 28/07/09

Dallas Love is a real professional and it shows! The horses are immaculate and her long experience means that they are matched to the abilities (or lack of ability!) of clients. The environment in which this holiday is conducted is deceptive. While on a sunny day it looks inviting, but it is clear that it could quickly become highly demanding. To be in the company of someone like Dallas was highly reassuring. We had a lovely and very memorable week. Attention to detail was evident at every turn.
MM-S (Hampshire) 17/05/08

The trip was perfect for me and very challenging terrain – but unfortunately the other 3 ladies that travelled with me did not read the notes re fitness and they could not get on or off without help which made the ride stressful for the leader and all others. Please could you emphasise a fitness level/vertigo fears and flexibility level as non-horse owners, unfortunately, do not have a realistic view of their riding skills or no idea of what physically challenging means!! I loved this ride and was amazed at what Dallas’ horses can do. Fantastic! (shame about the screaming at the back!)
JM (Monmouth)

"Had yet another brilliant holiday in Spain. Dallas and her brother are excellent hosts – very organized. Stunning mountain riding – last day was the best – we rode up to 7,800 feet and it felt like the top of the world. It literally took your breath away. Excellent horses – Adra was very well schooled and forward going. She climbed mountains like a steam train. Would like to return one day and rate it as good as the Gredos which I thought could not be beaten"
HV (E Yorkshire)

"’Let people know there will be a fair amount of walking down steep rocky tracks... It is stated that the level of rider is one who can ride and control a horse out in the open at walk, trot and canter... Dallas’s horses are so fit and forward going that you should add gallop...!"
DB (Lincolnshire)

"As I’ve done this ride before I knew how much walking there would be, but I don’t think everyone else realized that there would be so much getting on and off... however I think it's worth the effort – fantastic scenery, horses etc..."
JE (Dorset)

"Where shall we go next? The horses were so well schooled and good-natured and Dallas such a great guide that we’re stumped. Will anything else be as much fun?"
PS and family (W Sussex)

"Fantastic holiday – Dallas Love was excellent. I will definitely go on this kind of holiday again and now that I know the set-up would be happy to go alone."
JB (Sussex)

"Dallas was an excellent guide & the holiday was very enjoyable. The ride is strenuous and challenging – we were the only "competent novices" and several of the others had a lot more experience. We managed, with support from Dallas & others & did not hinder the ride at all. The number of hours in the saddle needs to be v. clear - it must be one of the more 'serious' rides for novices... A great holiday - will be booking more (excellent picnics by the way)"
AB (Devon)

"This was a wonderfully, professionally run adventure. Great care was taken to match riders with suitable mounts which were all excellent, the rides breathtaking. I would honestly recommend this ride run by Dallas.
A fantastic time was had by my daughter and I. Congratulations."
RMG (Belgium)

"I had a fantastic time – Dallas put me on a brilliant horse – Polly. She has an uncanny knack of matching horses and people which is almost spooky! I think we were surprised to be cantering on such hard ground but that is just an English thing. The horses are used to it and so are their legs. Some comments have been made about the amount of getting on and off – not our group though! I know you mention it in the itinerary and any fit and competent rider should be able to cope. I didn’t have a problem at all – in fact it did me good. The correct footwear is therefore essential as not all riding boots are comfortable to walk in for long periods. I would dearly love to do it again perhaps in the spring for variety"
DG (Norfolk)

"A questionnaire cannot do justice to the amazing time we had. Dallas was an absolute inspiration - kind professional and incredible patience and attention to detail. Thank you very much indeed"
EW (London)

Spain - Can Jou

Can Jou (Mountains to the Sea Ride)
This was the best ride I have been on in Europe. It was particularly good as the 7 other riders were of the same standard as Lesley and I…..Nigel described the management as a ‘well oiled machine’ which was absolutely correct. One thing we did not consider was that the evenings were dark as we went in November so we missed out on evenings outside. Instead we relaxed at the bar and thoroughly enjoyed open fires at one venue. I would recommend this holiday. GS (Bucks) 02/11/09

This was a brilliant holiday and I can’t really fault anything. I’d definitely recommend it for singles (like me) as everyone mixed and mingled really well. Everyone who worked at Can Jou was brilliant - nothing was too much trouble and you get the feeling they actually enjoy their guests. I did the Mountains to Sea Ride, which is pretty strenuous - even for the riders.
EY (London) 16/06/09

Perhaps a bit more of a back up team would give riders more energy to enjoy the Mountains to Sea Ride. I have been on many trails over the years and more help was at hand. Only being 5’4” and having a very large and heavy saddle and tack to lift was hard work. That is my only negative comment. The guide, hotels, etc were marvellous and I would consider another less strenuous trail in the future.
PR (Cheshire) Ride date 19/04/09

Excellent holiday in all respects.
SB (Suffolk) Ride date 30/11/08

"We had already done two trail rides and comparatively this was a 'hard core' trail ride. Fast and long over different terrain; not much time to recuperate between days. We thoroughly enjoyed everything. It was a real adrenalin rush and the horses were high quality and v. well schooled. Mick and his team were like a well-oiled machine. It was nice to have to do the horses ourselves and to build up a rapport"
JR (Northants)

"The ride was longer and harder than expected ...the pace was fast on days 3 to 5 and longer spent in the saddle... Mountains to Sea should be given a tough rating compared to others"
HK (NSW, Australia)

"...fast, fun and adrenelin fuelled...... actually better than I expected - longer, faster canters and gallops. Some people found it harder than expected – maybe you could stress it is quite an endurance ride..."
LA (Derbyshire)

"November was a great time to go. The weather felt like the Scottish summer... Overall the trip was great. Experienced and friendly guide (thanks Birgit) and amazing horses. Thanks to all involved in making my holiday wonderful"
LB (Glasgow)

"Wonderful trip! Very well organised; great horses; excellent host at Can Jou; horses very strong and fit and well cared for; excellent judge of what horses would suit us; entertaining and experienced guides; some very good accommodation... Will definitely book through Ride World Wide again"
CB (Edinburgh)

"I only have positive comments. The horses chosen for us suited every rider perfectly. The horses' welfare was priority and the guides did not pamper us which I felt made us all responsible for us and our horses. The only thing I can possibly moan about is my suitcase was not big enough to take my horse home with me"
TH (Cornwall)

"Fantastic week, thanks, weather windy and cold at times which turned it into more of an endurance trail! But the organisation of the ride and fantastic terrain made for a memorable adventure. Plus, I have an excuse to return as the strength of the wind on the day of the beach ride meant we had to skip it for safety reasons, but was right decision. Thank you"
GC (Lancashire)

"Brilliant again – might go back a third time!!"
E G-H (Leicestershire)

Can Jou (Mediterranean Coast Ride)
It was the very best of holidays. I have nothing but praise for Can Jou – the staff and especially my horse Mipon, our guide Birget was brilliant. It was an unforgettable experience. All aspects were better than we anticipated – hotels, food, scenery and riding. The riding was some of the best I have done – fast, slow and varied descents and ascents – some scary but never dangerous – I had complete trust in my horse.
SE (Isle of Wight) Ride date 27/04/08

I have been very impressed from the start, when I first looked into doing a ride through Ride World Wide. The whole organisation has been great and it has been the best trail ride I have done so far! My friend CN and I hope to do another one in the future – just can’t decide where! Thank you very much
AH (Surrey) Ride date 24/08/09

"This was my fourth week at Can Jou which speaks for itself. One of the other riders said they had heard this was one of the best trails in Europe at the moment and I would agree. I am vegetarian and Mick and Birgit took great trouble to ensure I had a variety of food throughout the week. My horse was fantastic – I couldn’t have asked for a better one."
JM (N Ireland)

"Very good mix of slower mountainous bits and faster, flatter areas. Even on the slower days there were always several – often quite long and fast – canters, and on one day in the middle (50kms plus in 4-5 hours riding) they came one after another – great fun. Superb scenery – snow capped Pyrenees to the Picasso/Dali area around Point de la Creus."
SJ (Daventry)

"...although the title 'Mediterranean Coast' ride is a little misleading as we were only on the coast for the last day and a half... I thought it was a fantastic ride, with great scenery and lovely horses with a good varied pace."
JB (Middlesex)

"I did find all the grooming and tacking up very tiring – but then I am 57! I would rather pay more and have the horses groomed and tacked up!"
JB (Devon)

"Everything was brilliant, particularly the service from yourselves beforehand!"
AH (Cardiff)

"My first riding holiday as I have two horses at home and did not think riding would be much of a holiday!
I couldn’t have been more wrong it was one of the best holidays I have done. Can Jou is breathtaking scenically... horses forward gong and well cared for..."
LG (Cheshire)

Can Jou (Mountains, Beach & Coast Ride)
Loved the new trail, fantastic countryside, and it was great to explore further south (the Baix Emporda). Some lovely beaches and lots of great rivers to canter along! Terrific week – just what I needed (including lovely long sleeps, which is most unlike me, but I made up for it on the last night!).
DL (Herts) Ride date 22/03/09

Can Jou (Smugglers Ride)
A good energetic riding holiday - especially good for those travelling alone as there is a big group for company in the evenings. Riding nearly all year round, marvellous scenery.
LC (Edinburgh) Ride date 12/10/08

"...We were very satisfied with our week…we are full of praise for the owner of Can Jou, his wife and staff. They set the tone of the holiday with their efficient but relaxed and accommodating approach"
S & RP (Stoke-on-Trent)

"It more than came up to expectation. The horses especially were perfect for the task."
MW (Australia)

"...I would never have believed that horses can climb mountains, although on the Pyrenean Trail there is a lot more walking on some days than 15-20 minutes on two or three days we were leading our horses for about an hour down some quite difficult terrain. This was not a problem, I enjoyed it. Top holiday – thank you, will be booking again next year"
SM (Oxfordshire)

"......be a good idea to ensure riders are aware they may have to dismount or mount from right side on occasion. Some narrow trails with steep drop off on left side... Enjoyed the ride. Pace was good with canters and some good flat out gallops. Mick did take advantage of all opportunities to ride at speed considering the limitations of the terrain. Great landscape with good long distance views. Villages always fun to ride through"
BG (British Columbia, Canada)

"...The views out over the mountains and valleys were spectacular. There was very little road riding which is great and the tiny villages were very special and made the town of Camprodon seem like a city"
JG (British Columbia, Canada)

Can Jou (Volcano and Castles Ride)
I enjoyed the holiday very much, although my holiday companion found the pace a little too much. I think it could be stressed more in the information about the level of fitness needed – ie tack and untack horse 2 –3 times a day (heavy trekking saddles). Mount and dismount 4-6 times a day – sometimes more. Long stretches of leading over rough terrain – need for footwear you can ride and walk in.
DL (Durham) Ride date 20/07/08

"Riding through the forests of beech trees was really wonderful – worth a mention in the description - looked like a Canadian forest.. We liked this ride, we did the Med Coast ride with Can Jou last year and would ride with them in the future"
JG (British Columbia, Canada)

"The hotel on the first night of the trail is disappointing particularly compared to the excellence of the others – Mick is aware of the issue. The ride was extremely well organized and run. The scenery was something of a revelation ranging from the pretty to the truly spectacular. The horses were fun and extremely impressive over what was often incredibly rough terrain. There were also a good number of opportunities for some faster riding given that it was a mountain ride. The only 'problem' was that some other riders did not appreciate the nature of mountain riding – ie that you cannot canter all the time and that you need to be in reasonable shape to really appreciate the experience. But overall it was very enjoyable and I would definitely ride with Can Jou again."
EH (Nottingham)

"Wow! What a trail!!
If you are a confident rider with a sense of adventure this is definitely the ride for you.
I was amazed at the terrain covered during the 6 day trail- winding mountain roads, volcanic paths, "jungle" trails and occasional "extreme" riding up and down woodland tracks. The scenery throughout was breathtaking and, even though it was misty, the climb up to the summit of Cabrera (the highest mountain on the trail) was well worth the effort.

While there were plenty of opportunities to sit back and enjoy the ride some physical effort was required on the part of the rider. Every morning we groomed and tacked up our own horses and at times had to dismount and lead our horses, down narrow paths. The horse I rode (Olga) suited my ability and requirements (as discussed on the Sunday with Mick) brilliantly I could not fail to be impressed by the whole set up at Can Jou and the horses' "accommodation" on the nights they were away with us.

The rider's accommodation at Can Jou and the other hotels en route is beautiful. There was no chance of going hungry as the food and wine throughout was plentiful and very tasty. On some days we carried our own picnic (complete with chocolate and wine) but the real treat was the cooked on site lunches provided by our wonderful driver Miquel! Every day our guide made it clear what was expected and looked after us well for the week.
A fantastic holiday and amazing experience! I am coming back!"
EC (Aberdeen)

Can Jou (Catalonia Discovery Ride)
This was a wonderful ride, just too short! I wish I had more time off. Everyone was super friendly and accommodating My husband, daughter (12) and son (10) really loved the whole experience. Every care was take to match up horse and rider and the rides were always exhilarating and adventurous. Thank you all.
RM (Belgium) Ride Date 12/04/09

"The horses were well chosen for each rider, changed as necessary..."
VJ (Buckinghamshire)

"I thoroughly enjoyed it but was very tired by the end. The horses were all very fit and agile. Great company, lovely wine, lovely weather and scenery"
IF (Bedfordshire)

Portugal

"The horses are in excellent condition, well schooled and willing to go. The Wintec saddles are very comfortable and all harness is in good condition. The scenery is very varied and (the ride) is taken at a relaxed pace. There are opportunities to canter pretty much every day. Everything runs to time, which is unusual for this type of holiday".
AH (Hampshire) Ride date 25/04/09

 "Would have liked to vary the pace more – lots of walking but it was still a lovely ride. A very friendly place providing a very warm welcome, very well schooled and well behaved horses, an enormous amount of good food – really enjoyed it".
MC (Cheshire) 21/03/09

"Claudia was a perfect hostess, we got anything we asked for and Paulo (guide) was fantastic - especially with my mother - he treated her like his own grandmother!"
HH (Berkshire) Ride date 04/10/09

"H and I had a wonderful holiday….. Claudia and Paulo (guide) were excellent and exceptionally kind to me, the Ancient One!"
HW (Wiltshire) Ride date 04/10/09

"......the location is outstanding and the scenery beautiful"
S & MB (Derbyshire)

"Riding was great, wonderful variety of terrain – fantastic"
CO (Lancashire)

"I enjoyed it immensely for many reasons - my horse, the warm and generous hospitality, Paulo's good guiding skills, the friendly staff, the delicious food, the wonderful scenery, the sunshine and much more."
AC (Warrington) Ride date 21/03/09

"We were treated like a private party of personal guests – including being taken to a bull fight on the Sunday night".
RW (Birmingham) Ride date 23/05/09

"Everyone was very friendly and we were encouraged to wander around and get involved with the horses (tacking up). The inclusion of yoga was great (I have already done it before). Perhaps the PM session should have been 30 mins and more of a wind down than a full hour…The morning session was great. Because the yoga time was tight to fit in meals, swims as well as riding. Obviously I wouldn’t want the riding to be affected – perhaps breakfast could be organised up at the farm rather than the restaurant? I thoroughly enjoyed my holiday and hope I’ll be able to go with you again".
JC (Wirral) Ride date 12/09/09

Italy - Santa Cristina

Santa Christina is a warm friendly place with experienced staff and a good range of horses. Lessons are excellent and for the first time in my life I have enjoyed riding without feeling frightened. It would be useful to have car hire so you can explore the area when not riding. EW (Lancs) Ride date 23/09/09

 

Etruscan Castle Ride

"I had the most wonderful holiday. Our guide Michele Dolcetti was superb – giving us a lot of the history of the places we visited and rode through, which made the riding holiday even more enjoyable. The countryside he took us though was beautiful with a great variety of scenery. Nicola his wife was charming and equally caring about our welfare"
MG (Somerset)

 

 

"It was a fabulous holiday and I rode a beautiful appaloosa type mare Valentina who was a perfect push button ride. So it was paradise – 6 hours of riding and 6 hours of eating Italian cuisine... I wish I’d taken light coloured jods instead of my heat absorbing darker ones, apart from that it was perfect particularly your organised information and helpful e mails. Thanks"
JM (Monmouthshire)

 

 

"Very well organized in all respects by RWW. Professionally handled and presented. A pleasure to deal with. Michele was super and the horses all seemed very fit and willing – they had to be – the ride was undoubtedly hard for them esp. with all ascending and descending. Was my first riding holiday and certainly won’t be my last..."
JB (E Sussex)

 

 "An amazing experience and superbly run – so professional. Food and ambiance out of this world... It was a privilege to ride over this country with such good horses"
PS (New Zealand)

 

 "Michele and Nicola were absolutely brilliant. Michele has a wonderful touch for putting the right horse with the right riders. He also gave us a wonderful gourmet experience and very knowledgeable on local Italian wines – the perfect guide. Tack fitted well. Horses were comfortable in their equipment. Saddles very comfortable for the rider. The tack all needed a good dose of saddle soap. The accommodation in Proceno for our party was mixed. For me the best - I had the most charming room. The best breakfast was served at Proceno. Castello Cristina – Antonio is trying hard... accommodation more utilitarian..."
RG (Surrey) 

"The meals were excellent except at the Castello di Cristina where the breakfast was very poor (no fruit fresh, crusty bread etc) and both suppers were disappointing – the bedrooms were rather bleak, noisy and not very comfortable. However – a beautiful castle! The other accommodation was fantastic and we couldn’t fault Michele and Nicola or their horses or countryside. The holiday was a great success"
SW (Surrey)

 

 

Farmhouse (Border) ride

"It was great, excellent value, good, very fit horses, we were well cared for and made to feel really welcome. It is an "energetic" ride but lovely scenery, good horses and really excellent company"
CG (Berkshire)

 

 "In all aspects the ride was excellent. I don't normally rate my holidays as they vary quite widely - some are good in one area but less good in another and others the reverse. However in this case the ride was probably the best in all respects and therefore top of my list. This was my 16th riding holiday so I speak with some authority!"
RD (Hampshire)

 

 "I / we thoroughly enjoyed the holiday... I have bored my husband to death with the details, the scenery, the food – which was wonderful - and the fun we had. It was the best holiday I have had and I haven’t been short of them. A wonderful way to see Italy, meet the people and their way of life. Michele and Nicola were wonderful hosts who couldn’t do enough for us... The information given beforehand was excellent ...I needed for nothing"
JW (Hampshire)

 

"...despite appearing expensive it was value for money. A really top quality holiday. The hospitality was excellent and we wanted for nothing."
S & MB (Derbyshire)

 

 "The horse I rode was forward going, willing, fit and able as were all the others. Michele and his wife Nicola were a joy to be on holiday with and I would have no hesitation in recommending them"
LW (Devon)

 

 "Very well run set up in Italy. No adverse comments at all. Had a great time. Will be back to do another next year!"
LSS (Kent)

 "You describe the horses on the ride as forward going – they were exactly that"
CP (Devon)

 "Michele and Nicola were excellent hosts, always ready to adapt plans... organized transport to lovely hillside town restaurant instead of picnic on showery day... arranged museum and lunch trip on another showery day. Finally I was most impressed at Michele’s ability to match horses to rider, everyone was in love with their mount by the end of the week! Our only worry was that we must weigh so much more after all the food and wine we’d consumed! A great holiday"
C & PC (Somerset)

 

 "We would endorse all the positive comments given previously about the Dolcettis. They were fun to be with from start to finish and they managed to convey the impression that at least they thought we were too. I am sure they manage that with most clients. Nothing seemed too much trouble. All in all a great success and top marks to Ride World Wide too for its efficient and charmingly conducted part in it all"
JV (Czech Republic) 

Italy - Chianti

It is a lovely friendly and informal place Rendola, made so nice by Jenny – always caring, friendly and you feel she has been a friend forever. Riding in May was so nice through the vineyards and olive groves. Splendid gentle paced holiday ..the food and wine excellently prepared and so good. DP (Herts) Ride date 16/05/09

Very welcoming atmosphere and Jenny provided so many interesting facts and details of her life, the village and Tuscany, which made the whole experience very special… you felt like a resident not a tourist!
JM (Devon) Ride date16/05/09

Because of the terrain canters and trots are short but good. A good way to see the Chianti Hills. EA(Herts) Ride date 18/10/08

We asked if it was possible to have a lesson in the school instead of the Thursday afternoon ride. This was arranged, the instructor, Eraldo, even changed his day off to accommodate our request. The lesson was excellent – I need to gain confidence to start jumping again and this goal was achieved. The horses, all used for treks, were very well schooled and responsive. Maybe you could mention this as being available if required.
SD (W. Yorks) Ride date 31/05/08

A lovely place and very relaxed ride. Would recommend it to anyone wanting a quiet time (us!) or those new to trekking. Would be a bit tame for anyone wanting something more lively as everything done in single file and trots canters all very short. Jenny is a delightful hostess and the whole set-up with 3 generations of the Pinti family to help her is a wonderful experience of Tuscany as it used to be. No need to take any books to read as the house is full of them.
KS (Devon) Ride date19/03/08

Lovely people, lovely animals, lovely food! Unfortunately I’m not very good at writing fifty words when just one will so it was just ‘Belissimo’.
HI (Sussex) Ride date 31/05/08

Had a really lovely time - would love to go again.
SY (Wiltshire) Ride date 03/05/09

I knew it was a slow ride so expectations not high …luckily there were always things to look at and usually lovely views and overall I enjoyed myself. A nice holiday in lovely country, v. good food, superb picnic lunches and interesting sightseeing (the places en route as well as Siena).
BE (Fishguard) Ride date 19/04/08

"Jenny was a wonderful hostess and great fun. The setting was absolutely beautiful and the accommodation, like her farmhouse, was authentic. Just what we had come for"
AK (Buckinghamshire)

"Jenny and her team were excellent. Friendly and helpful with all aspects of the holiday, going out of the way to provide knowledge and history on the local area both during the rides and for the free time. All round excellent experience"
M & TD (Norfolk)

"As is constantly said about Rendola, it is more like coming home than staying somewhere strange.

...I can’t say more than that this was the ride I chose to introduce a friend to the pleasures of such holidays – and it was very successful! You could advertise it as a good ride for newcomers to "trekking" as it is not arduous. Jenny is completely reliable in looking after riders and there is a good mix of riding and sightseeing"
FM (London)

 "I think it was an excellent holiday one which I will remember for a long time... absolutely great. Very helpful in your office. Good organization. Wonderful holiday"
KS (Nottinghamshire)

 "I thoroughly enjoyed my holiday and would recommend it to anyone. The horses were beautiful and the people were really friendly. I thought the itinerary was well balanced. All in all I have the riding bug now! A big thank you to Jenny and Eraldo for making my first horse riding experience so much fun!"
FC (Berkshire)

 "Jenny gave me a horse that suited me, steady, forward going comfortable trot and canter. The 'trips' were excellent, especially the gorge village and the rose garden (not too many churches!)"
RB (Berkshire)

 "Excellent holiday. Jenny and all the staff were very welcoming. Horses well behaved and well looked after. Food excellent also. Scenery beautiful and the additional trips were a great introduction to Tuscany – can’t praise Rendola enough"
HM (Leeds)

 "Thank you to Jenny and Eraldo for making my riding holiday so enjoyable. Jenny’s excellent knowledge of local history and Eraldo’s excellent riding instruction made the holiday interesting and informative. I have returned to England a better rider with the knowledge I have learned at Rendola which has benefited both me and my horse. The horses at Rendola are very well schooled so during the rides I could really appreciate the beautiful Tuscan countryside..."
SO (Northumberland)

France - Bergerac

Jane was a friendly, informative host and provided a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere at Le Bourdil Blanc. We would love to do another holiday here. KB (London) 19/09/09

Le Bourdil Blanc is a most delightful manoir… a perfect setting for our party of 10. We were very impressed by the standard of cooking but occasionally disappointed by the quality of the raw materials and the wine. The ambience was superb. Antoine provided the sort of riding that we asked of him. A very calm, charming and professional horseman….overall an excellent holiday.
JC (Warwickshire) Ride date 16/05/09

Great ride and beautiful house and scenery - stunning in the Autumn.
LN (Kent) Ride date 11/10/08

Food, including picnic lunches, was wonderful. Would prefer to eat slightly earlier to allow for digestion then earlier mornings. Other than that a great holiday, beautiful place, lovely horses, great exploring and good company - I will be back.
DH (London) Ride date 13/09/08

It was a great weekend. Jane is a fantastic host.
NG (Herts) Ride date 18/04/08

"The holiday accommodation was the best ever for a riding holiday. Jane and her hospitality second to none. Riding country beautiful. Antoine and Manuel were attentive and really cared about the horses. I will definitely be returning"
EH and YJ (Surrey)

"This was a fabulous trip which was particularly enjoyable due to alternative activities. The riding was wonderful but it was also a real treat to ride into a Chateau for a wine tour and then later visit a truffle farm"
AH (London)

"I will go there again - so that says it all really"
CW (Suffolk)

"This was the best riding holiday I have ever been on! Everything about it - the horses, rides, scenery and accommodation were superb. The Bourdil Blanc had the atmosphere of a country house party. Jane could not do enough for us, taking us anywhere we wanted to go. Four of us want to go again next year! The food and picnics were delicious"
BB (Leicestershire)

"Overall though it was the best holiday yet... it was like one big house party from start to finish. Can’t wait to go back next year"
CB (Leicestershire)

"We all loved the holiday as good as, if not better than last year! Good value for money"
BB (Leicestershire)

"Our holiday was great. Jane was the best host and our fellow riders from America were fun. Antoine was a very knowledgeable ride leader and even let E ride his Event horse which made the holiday even more special. Already planning our return holiday for next year but this time a full week as we really did not want to leave after 4 days of great riding"
SM (Devon)

"A marvellous time. Antoine wonderful, Jane too. Activities are great and well organised"
LC (Oxfordshire)

France - Dordogne

As previously Michel excelled himself, the tour of the region was a comfortable mix of forest, hill and open countryside riding. The horses were responsive and felt soft throughout the week. We were spoilt by Beatrice’s picnics and the help we had each day with tacking the horses up. The accommodation Michel chose for us was excellent and the food and wide always delicious.
C&A R Quercy Ride 30/08/09

This was a super holiday, the terrain was great for riding and Michel and Colleen were lovely hosts. I would definitely like to ride with them again.
CM (Oxon) Ride date 30/10/08

‘’We can’t speak highly enough of Michel and Colleen. We had a simply wonderful few days. The horses could not have been more perfect – speedy when we wanted them to be and stopped immediately on being asked – they were beautifully behaved. The only suggestion (and this is being really picky given how much we enjoyed ourselves!) compared to the nights en-route, the first hotel in Bergerac was the least attractive / comfortable and I think we would have preferred something more rural. On the last day, the pouring rain (the only bad weather we had) meant that the lack of a shower [before catching our flight that evening] was unfortunate but no more than that. Overall we had a fantastic time – will be back! Finally please pass on our thanks to Nigel for his help when our flight was cancelled – much appreciated’’
MGC (St Emilion Weekend 30/10/08)

The ride was great. Beautiful countryside and a good variety of riding.
DS (Suffolk) Ride date 14/07/08

It was a fantastic holiday. The food and wine was both plentiful and excellent the hotels, all different, could not have been better. Good riding, good horses, and Michel was an excellent and friendly guide. He really tried to make the whole experience as good as possible. I would certainly recommend this ride to other people. CS (Kent) Ride date 07/06/08

As usual with Michel and Colleen Amat it was a splendid ride. I found no difficulty at all on the ride due to my age. I did not need any “dispensation” RB (Hants) Ride date 07/06/08

Michel was again excellent, William and Rosane (Haut de Baran) were great hosts, meals excellent. Hard to admit - but faultless.
KH (Leicestershire) Ride date 02/06/08

The holiday was faultless. The accommodation, food and wine were superb (though the last two were over-generous!) Michel’s professionalism and attentiveness are without parallel. This is our second holiday with him and we are sure it won’t be our last.
RD (Devon) Ride date 02/06/08

"This is an excellent holiday and was most enjoyable in all respects. The arrangements are well planned and executed. Michel is a very friendly host and quickly puts you at your ease. The quality of the hotel accommodation was excellent with a nice blend of small country hotels and a couple of bigger ones. The food was excellent throughout the trip. The picnic lunches done by Colleen are most enjoyable and she works very hard to make sure everyone is content. The quality of the horses was excellent with no problems at all in riding them. They know their job and generally look after you on the steep inclines and drops. This holiday probably undersells itself in a couple of respects. On the surface it looks expensive however with everything thrown in including visits to villages, chateaux, transport between drop offs, the visit to the crystal cave and the wine tasting at the vineyard, it is overall good value for money. Additionally the quality of the food was better than I expected. You could sell this holiday as a gastronomic tour on horseback without stretching the point too much! The quality of the countryside is breathtaking. The almost deserted woods, the wide sweeps of farmland, the winding hills and valleys contribute to a very relaxing, tranquil holiday. There is a fair amount of riding and you need to be a fit rider to get the best out of it. The content of each day has been well thought out with riders being built up gradually to harder days as the holiday progresses. Most of the ride is at a walk with occasional long trots and canters. This is less of a disadvantage than you might think because the temperature is very warm and a lot of the ground does not allow for fast progress. Additionally it gives you more time to appreciate the scenery. Thankfully there is not that much road work and even that is usually on country roads with little or no traffic."
AH (ride date 31/5/04)

"Exceeded expectations especially accommodation and food…we were royally looked after – lovely people, v friendly. Michel and Colleen could not have been more hospitable – loved every minute... good mix of day rides – ½ day rides and visits to local chateaux, towns etc. Perfect all highly recommended"
JR (Northampton)

"Picnic places were well chosen, we appreciated having re-arranged menus at dinner – all were good
and varied, also good wines"
R & VP (Hertfordshire)

"Michel and his assistants Beatrice and Texas were wonderful. We went hoping for some great riding and never really gave the accommodation a thought, clearly Michele had, his choice of auberges and hotels was fantastic each one different in its own way. Some more comfortable than others but each with their own character (& fabulous swimming pools). The food was of course sublime. Beatrice produced varied & delicious picnics and Michel arranged great local & specialty dishes with the demi-pension hotels. I am quite sure we will want to return in the future and can highly recommend his tour. Of course I have written this without mentioning the most important bit: we loved the riding and were not disappointed. The trail gave us different vistas and the pace of the riding gradually increased over the week which suited out level of relative inexperience very well. The horses behaved impeccably even when their riders did not!"
C & AR (Cheshire)

"This was a perfect holiday. Destination was superb as riding through the Perigord was beautiful and tranquil. The horses were responsive, willing and gentle. Michel was an attentive and informative guide with a great sense of humour and a desire to ensure we all had a great time."
CW (Liverpool)

"The quality of hotels exceeded expectation (except the first night); the pace of the ride slower than expected (just re-read brochure and it’s accurate – oops!). Of all the many guides we’ve had around the world Michele was one of the best – attentive, courteous and caring as a host, excellent in his care for the horses and riders. We very much enjoyed his company and hope it was reciprocated. We now understand why the cost is higher than others in France and if you want to put potential clients in touch with us, please do so. It was a brilliant holiday – thanks"
Mr & Mrs D (Devon)

"Given the number and variety of rides we have done, we have no hesitation in declaring this as exceptional. Pity you do not have an excellent column on questionnaire"
Mr & Mrs H (Leiscestershire) 

Romania

Its difficult to describe how wonderful I found this whole experience. It really was the best riding holiday I’ve ever had in my life (not that I’ve been on many, but I am very well travelled and Transylvania is difficult to beat). From the unerring hospitality of every Romanian we met, to the steadfast and delightful company of Bea and Lazlo, we were bewitched by this beautiful country. It was a pleasure to meet Count Kalnoky and his wife Anna - what a charming couple. Their properties at Mikovslar were immaculately restored. It is impossible to think of anything negative about the whole experience - well done Ride World Wide!
FF (Perthshire) Ride date 09/05/09

"The countryside around Miklosvar was absolutely fantastic for riding. A mix of open grazing and forests. Lots of variety but all accessible and a pleasure to ride through. Almost no fences / hedges / gates, so you really felt like a medieval riding party!
The bonus was the wonderfully friendly people we met along the way in guest houses, villages and shepherd huts from whom we learnt so much about lifestyle and culture of the area…….
Our hosts Tibor and Anna were charming, as were their staff and their guesthouses extremely comfortable.
We also felt very lucky with both our guides, Bea and Lazlo, who really made an already fantastic journey wonderful with their knowledge and hardwork and manner."
CW (E Sussex) Ride date 09/05/09

"The guides (one guide, one helper) we had were exceptionally nice, we loved them both and they looked after us in a wholly friendly, polite and considerate way, never bossing us around and letting us set the pace of the riding. A real added bonus was that, when we arrived at a new destination, they would show us around the village and we would go and watch bread making, look round a little museums, go to a working water mill, sample local mineral water etc etc. And meet local people. The people, by the way, were polite, civilised, quite friendly, not at all interested in our money which makes a nice change -- in fact they kept trying to give us things like great lumps of fresh cheese for which we had to insist on paying ..
Horses were good. I had specifically asked for a fairly frisky pony/horse and got a lovely arab about 15h. He was great. Candy and Fiona had Hutzul ponies, much slower and quieter than my horse and less fun to ride but sweet natured, so we ended up swapping around, as our guide also had a fairly big thoroughbred/arab cross, which we commandeered. The tack was in v good condition and the saddles really comfortable. The countryside there, with no fences, is just perfect riding country - breathtaking views all day, and gently rolling hills so not too much up and down, grass underfoot, and the ability to pick your own line and your own speed. Really perfect. I've never ridden anywhere better.
Accommodation was fine - basically much better than I expected. Miklosvar is just wonderful. Exquisite. And great staff. Our other three nights we had a variety, which was good - one night in a modern house, one night in a beautifully restored, traditional old house with antique furniture, fittings etc, and one night in Ceaucesceau’s hunting lodge. The modern lodge was very cold, and rather creepy, but nonetheless in a way I’m glad we stayed there because it gave us such a strong impression of the Ceaucesceau era. The people were stayed with were enormously hospitable and nice.
Food was fine but lacked variety - always a veg soup to start, followed by some meat (usually pork) and potatoes and perhaps some cabbage, followed by cake. I could have done with a lot more vegetables. Breakfast rather good with fresh bread and local honey and yoghurt, fresh tomatoes etc. Lunch very samey - bread, one tomato, a boiled egg, an apple, a little bit of meat, cheese. Again, a spectacular holiday, we were so well looked after, and so utterly relaxed and happy. So thank you!! I am completely sold on Romania ..."
EH (Cayman Islands) Ride date 09/05/09

"There were a few ‘rough edges’ perhaps but in a way they added to the charm of the holiday. Definitely for naturalists ornithologists, botanists and those interested in agriculture and country life. The route was well thought out and we both loved the stopovers with local people. Kornos Hunting lodge (and the walk in the forest looking for bears!! – an add on!) was a one-off".
MM (Warwickshire) Ride date 14/06/08

"I personally loved the experience of staying in villager’s houses, but the basic conditions do need to be emphasised …my impressions of the holiday were wonderful and varied and how glad I am to have seen and experienced Transylvania before the EU really get their mitts on them!"
CP (Devon) Ride date 24/05/08

"Everyone was extremely hospitable and we all enjoyed staying in the village and sampling the local produce - including the alcohol! The tour of Kisberean with Mrs Bencdek was great fun as was the night among the kitsch of Ceaucesceau’s hunting lodge. Miklosvar was lovely ….."
HE (Devon) Ride date 10/05/08

"Overall I thought Romania was absolutely wonderful and riding is the only was to see the marvellous countryside - it was an experience I will treasure all my life. It was great to have non-riders with us and Julian had obviously done a very good job organising everyone. The evenings and lunchtime meet-ups were given a whole new dimension with lots of stories to swap."
SQ (Sheffield)

"It was a wonderful trip. Not suitable for anyone wanting 5* hotels but wonderful scenery, friendly people and horses everywhere..."
TC (Wiltshire)

"We were told that the pace of the ride might be slower than we are generally used to before we booked so we were not disappointed by this. There were many compensations along the way... a very scenic and relaxing ride, flowers were glorious & Julian’s knowledge of the countryside & its history was amazing..."
MT & JT (Norfolk)

"Most enjoyable holiday; we were particularly impressed with the three different young(ish) Romanian guides in Bucharest, the Painted Monasteries and Cluj - Napoca - they were all charming, knowledgeable and went out of their way to help. Julian is a one-off! He and Danielle looked after us magnificently"
M&C R (Hampshire)

"We had a fantastic time. Julian’s initial brief was excellent and Lunca Ilvei is very comfortable. Elena the botanist was first class as was Michaela who looked after us in Cluj. We will be back!"
T M-S (Hampshire)

"Where Julian scored very highly was on the extras. The horse and cart from the station on arrival. The meal in the shepherd's hut and the music evening. Going that extra mile has made me recommend this particular holiday to a friend"
JK (Devon)

"...Terrific knowledge and fun descriptions from Julian..."
KB and family (London)

"I think there should be more stress on how cold it can get on the mountain. On the whole it was an excellent ride and I had a really great time. Danielle and Julian were very helpful with my alternative arrangements. I really enjoyed riding my horse. She was great. Thank you for all your help as well."
CT (Bath)

"I loved the small old-fashioned guest houses despite mild inconveniences ie no bedside light or hot water or whatever. I hope [Julian] continues to use such places rather than the soul-less (albeit comfortable) hotels at Suceava, Carlibaba and Castle Dracula"
PY (Shropshire)

Hungary

 "Overall this was a most enjoyable holiday and I would certainly consider returning to do one of the other rides offered - special thanks to Marta for making things enjoyable".
IW (Surrey) Ride date 21/05/08

"Really enjoyed it, very much as described ….. the countryside was wonderful for riding"
AM-S (Bucks) Ride date 17/05/08

"Small point - Janos was great, but until you got to know him v. wary. Bit more ‘warning’ re his character (appreciate how valuable horses are to him). Marta was amazing, have never been looked after so well by a guide/organiser - you should give her a gold star! She was always smiling and pleasant and could not do enough for us". VF (W Sussex) Ride date 17/05/08

"Couldn’t find fault with anything. Quality of horses and seemingly endless riding country would be difficult to surpass". JL (W Sussex) Ride date 17/05/08

"Janos and his staff and his horses are superior! I have never seen so many quality horses that were trained so well and cared for so well all in one group"
SS (Virginia, USA)

"This is not a ride for anyone other than an experienced rider. The strength and keenness of the horses, the hours in the saddle and the pace make it challenging. I was delighted with my horse – she was sensible, well schooled and beautifully light on my hands. I would definitely go back because of the fantastic riding terrain and because of my horse"
CH (North Carolina, USA)

"It was excellent – it was a rare privilege to ride such magnificent horses in the company of a superb horseman (Janos) who cares passionately about the welfare of his beautiful kisberis"
KS (London)

"Janos Loska’s horses are truly superb. Fine spirited horses with excellent confirmation, comfortable
at all paces, beautifully schooled and in first rate condition. All are fit and up to the job. Good riders cannot fail to appreciate these quality mounts. Janos is justified in being proud of them and he needs to be sure of capable clients to ride them. Martha his partner is excellent – organized, capable and friendly. We had a wonderful holiday. The only thing which could have been better was the weather which was cold and sometimes wet – nobody’s fault! Several of our group would like to return next year to do the Great Plains Ride (May 2007). Thank you for organizing a great holiday"
F&DH (Cumbria)

"It was definitely one of the best holidays I have had – and I have had some very good holidays also before!"
EK (Finland)

"The ride was a particularly good ride - v well described in the brochure and by the party leader. Marta - our group organizer was simply marvellous…a huge asset to the company. The way they (and I’m sure it’s Marta’s work) took us to so many 'special' places we felt we had had a true Hungarian experience. And thank you Ride World Wide for organizing everything for me especially the three extra nights at the K+K Opera Hotel"
JC (Cumbria)

"Marta is a wonderful lady who works extremely hard to make sure everyone is ok and has all they need. Janos is a superb horseman and his horses are top quality animals at the peak of fitness. Janos is not a great 'people person' and although he tries he has little empathy for those who do not ride as well as he does which makes him rather intimidating at times"
NP (Cumbria)

"Excellent all round. Stress that the rider needs to be FIT as well as an experienced rider"
AB (Devon)

"It’s a fantastic ride accompanied by great characters in unspoilt countryside. Plus superb horses. Janos lived up to the billing – he was a real character but always entertaining and we never found him difficult"
TF (London) 

Greece

We had a fantastic time with the horses, Eric and his family. The riding covered a great variety of terrain from beach, olive groves, woodlands to the tracks through open land. No day was the same and we had a fantastic insight into Greek life far away from the ‘normal’ tourist resorts. I did fall off (much to my embarrassment) but ‘that’s life - there are few horses that would not jump when loose pack ponies run at them suddenly - still pulling the thorns from my backside and only my pride hurt. I can’t recommend this riding adventure highly enough in this beautiful location.
ST (Devon) Ride date 11/09/09

This was one of the best of all the rides I’ve done. The horses were so beautifully looked after and trained. Eric is an amazing man and he managed the whole week beautifully with people of different levels of riding ability and ages.
PD (France) Ride date 03/05/09

I think we’d forgotten how different Eric’s horses and style of riding were from our usual riding stable horses. Once he’d given us the necessary refresher, we had a splendid time. He was, as always, very helpful and thoughtful – as was his whole family. As ever beautiful rides – but not quite warm enough this time for swimming.
MC (Essex) Ride date 09/04/09

It exceeded our expectations. We were very happy with the riding. It was the perfect family holiday and we were very grateful to Eric for making our stay so relaxed and comfortable. The itinerary was very flexible and took into account our varying abilities and enthusiasm.
AR (Cumbria) Ride date 23/05/08

"The Pelion Coast Ride was simply amazing. September a good time to go as
weather was perfect. Imagine yourself riding a horse you really like
along a mountain track, sometimes at a walk, sometimes at a trot/canter,
through the most wonderful autumn landscape, picking ripe grapes, figs and
blackberries as you go. Lovely walnuts and even almonds lie on the ground
for you to pick as well. Eric and his family looked after us so well, we ate
supper with them most nights and he was so gentle (as well as properly
firm) with the horses, which were very well-schooled. Somehow Eric knew
the kind of horse I love (small-ish, quick, lively) and I simply loved
her. I'm not brilliant at getting on (broken leg) but Eric always found
me a natural mounting block and wasn't impatient when I fell a bit behind
leading downhill. Rumba, my horse, was very patient for that bit, but I
simply loved whizzing along when we had canters. We went from coast to
coast and back with lunchtime stops by the sea, a couple of good beach
rides and some people swam with their horses which looked amazing. I
daren't try it but, maybe next time. I'd certainly go back."
MW (London, ride date 6/09/2008)

"The trip was first class. The guide could not have been better or done more for us. We enjoyed everything. Pace of rides and length - well judged to our abilities to give variety and interest. Scenery beautiful and just the right scale for riding. Accommodation comfortable and friendly. Food - delicious Highly recommended!"
Mr & Mrs G (Co Down, N Ireland)

"Our holiday was perfect. Eric / George looked after us extremely well. He was most considerate to our needs... We all thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you Ride World Wide - we will be back for another trip!"
DO (Devon)

"[We] had a wonderful holiday. It was so well organized and was so peaceful. The views and flowers were spectacular, horses were great and were well behaved and in excellent condition. Altogether a first class holiday and we both highly recommend it"
TE (Kent)

"A beautiful spot - not luxurious but clean, 'nice' - just what was needed. My girls and I very much enjoyed the holiday and the riding and also enjoyed the company of Eric's family who added a lot for all of us"
MC (Essex)

 



"The scenery was stunning. My horse had masses of energy (almos

 

Georgia

"It was a fantastic ride, an amazing experience and adventure. We all knew there would be teething problems as it was their first trip and they took aboard our comments. A lovely group of people and horses. They went out of their way to look after us in Tbilisi"
LP (Sussex)

"What a great ride! The team in Georgia were lovely people so it felt like I was being met and showed around by friends rather than hosts or reps! The terrain and weather conditions certainly made the riding a challenge at times but this made it all the more of an adventure. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this ride – although having done it I wouldn’t say it was for novices..."
NM (Perthshire)

"We had a wonderful time – the support team were terrific, the routes and venues amazing. The last accommodation needs better washing facilities…. all in all the trip met, even exceeded, my expectations. Thank you for a great time – we hope to do another route in Georgia, such a beautiful country. No fences!"
H & FC (Surrey)

"The holiday was lovely – Levan and his two guides were extremely helpful and tried to accommodate everyone as best they could. Lovely holiday, lovely people. Lovely hospitality (Levan’s new cook provided excellent food). I would be very happy to recommend this holiday to anyone – they do need to have a sense of adventure though"
CH (Essex)

‘’The scenery was stunning. My horse had masses of energy (almost too much!). Ina (Levan’s wife) was lovely and gave us a good day in Tbilisi. The food on the ride was good (food at guesthouses fairly poor!). Very much enjoyed myself. Thanks ’’ JS (ride date 16/5/06)


Bulgaria

"This is the third time I have been out through RWW and every time it gets better!
Riding my horse for the week – the wonderful Adela, through the stunning Bulgarian scenery and up into the mountains I could easily have believed we were riding straight up to heaven itself.
The hospitality and food was fantastic, this ride is a very worthy addition to RWW's brochure and I would love to do it again"
CH (Norfolk) Ride date 30/05/09