3 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 $88Best value

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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