10 Horse Riding in Greece to Build a Day Around

1.Finikia Horse Riding Tour with Lunch or Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,231 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $94Our pick

Ride for two hours through olive groves and the Finikia mountains with guides including Gregory, Irene, and George. Beginners receive a lesson and gentle horses, while advanced riders may canter when conditions allow. Finish with homemade Cretan food, fruit, and wine in the farm garden. Morning and moonlit afternoon departures are available.

“Amazing family run business, they completely looked after you. All of the horses were a dream so gentle and sweet. Gorgeous dinner upon the return of our ride and lots of laughs and stories were had! Thank you for having us! Nic & Lily”

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2.Santorini Horse Riding to Black Sandy Beach

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,010 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102Top rated

At Efippos near Vlychada, Barbara, Manos, Alex, and their team match you with a calm horse, explain the basics, and lead a small group through volcanic hills to Eros Black Beach. You ride along the black sand and shallow water, pause for photos, then return to the stable. The 90-minute outing suits beginners and experienced riders.

“Amazing experience! The horses are sweet and everything was very relaxing! Barbara was very knowledgeable and gave great experience! We rode horses Barbara and Nielly, they were well mannered and good!”

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3.Akrotiri: Guided Horseback Riding Day Trip to a Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 477 reviews · 1 hour · from $88

Ride a calm, well-trained horse from the Akrotiri area through vineyards, local trails, lava rock, and onward to Vlychada Beach. Guides such as Thanasis, Giota, Minas, and Raffaela provide patient instruction, lead nervous beginners when needed, and take photos by the black sand. The one-hour trip suits couples, families, and first-time riders.

“The entire excursion was perfect. The driver was amazing and gave us a little tour of the island on our way there. Everyone in charge was kind and professional. They made sure we felt comfortable. Even had candies and drinks out for us before and after. The guide taking our pictures knew how to get the perfect pictures and was so friendly. Such an amazing experience and I will be coming back!”

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4.Horse Riding Experience on the Beach with Instructor

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 299 reviews · 1 hour · from $88

Ride a calm, well-matched horse around Kos’s salt lake and along a sandy beach near Tigaki. An English-speaking instructor teaches the basics, guides the small group, and stops for photos by the sea. Pickup and drop-off cover selected hotels in Kos, Tigaki, Kardamena, and Mastichari.

“The best experience. The guides were so lovely and friendly and the beach was beautiful. Made me & my partner feel comfortable first time riding and would definitely recommend.”

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5.Horse Ride in the Cretan Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 298 reviews · from $68Best value

Meet your English- or German-speaking guide at Finikia Horse Riding Farm for a short riding lesson, then spend two hours on mountain paths above Heraklion. Beginners and experienced riders are matched with suitable horses. Expect hilltop views, an orange-juice break, and plenty of fresh Mediterranean air.

“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!”

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6.Horseback Riding Tour on the Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 171 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $112

Ride for 1.5 hours from the Roloas Horse facilities near Akrotiri through vineyards, volcanic scenery, local paths, and along the beach. English and Greek speaking guides, including Maria, Giota, Lea, and Thanasis, help beginners feel safe and take photos. Groups are limited to five, with transfers available for an extra fee.

“We loved our experience. Me and my wife came for our honeymoon so when we saw horseback riding was available we got excited. And fortunately the crew was great. Our guide was John I believe, or Josh (I’m bad with names) with Minas. They were very welcoming, and extremely knowledgeable. We felt so comfortable with them and the whole experience was great. We’d love to come back again! I’d definitely recommend this activity with this group to my friends or family visiting Santorini!”

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7.Horseback Riding Trip with Digital Photos

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 164 reviews · from $90

Ride with NivaRanch through olive-shaded countryside and along the beach in a small group of up to six. Choose a quiet morning ride or a sunset outing, with gentle horses, riding instruction, walking guides, helmets, water, and digital photos. The pace suits beginners, while experienced riders may have chances to trot when conditions allow.

“This tour was simply amazing, the guides were amazing and very respectful. They taught you everything you needed to know about the horses or horseback riding and were sure to make you feel as comfortable as possible. The horses were amazing and treated very very well. From requesting a pick up to riding the horses, to drop off this was a 5 star experience for sure!”

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8.Megalochori: Horseback Riding Tour for Experienced Riders

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 65 reviews · from $215

Ride from Megalochori through vineyards to Eros Beach, then canter and gallop across black sand before climbing volcanic ravines to a Caldera viewpoint. This small-group tour, led in English or Greek, is strictly for experienced riders. Helmets, chaps, and guide-taken photos are included.

“Best experience in my whole life!! Wie have booked the experienced ride - it was perfect. The guide was very friendly. The horses are well-trained and have a lot of fun. This was very important for us that they care about the horses. For very good riders the experienced tour is definitely a DO!”

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9.Kastraki: Meteora Sunset Horseback Riding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $70

Ride the quiet paths below Meteora’s towering rocks as the sun turns the cliffs orange and gold. Guides such as Odysseus, Lefteris, and George share local stories while gentle horses suit first-time riders. The 1.5-hour outing is limited to five people, with helmet hire included and sunset views as the main event.

“A special and magical family experience in the amazing landscapes of Meteora. The team of guides is very kind, experienced, and pleasant. We highly recommend it”

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10.Kastraki: Meteora Morning Horse Riding with Monastery Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $88

Ride a calm, well-trained horse through the countryside around Meteora with an English- or Greek-speaking guide. This small-group outing, limited to six people, includes photo stops, views of the rock pillars, and a visit to Ipapanti Monastery. No riding experience is needed, but you must wear closed-toe shoes and weigh no more than 95 kg.

“Great experience! Another way of seeing the Meteora. Horses are easy to ride. And the staff is super nice!”

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