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The 15 most popular horses tours across Portugal. What each day includes, who runs it, and the price you'll pay.
1-hour Carrapateira horseback riding in Portugal’s Algarve with beach crossings, hilltop viewpoints, horse grooming, and nature stories. From $82.
“Loved it ….horses were well matched to rider ability …all beautiful souls. Route had spectacular views and guide was great. Loved the fact that the dog came along for the ride too…”
1h30 horseback ride near Albufeira with pickup, lagoon and town views, wildlife spotting, and easy lessons for beginners.
“The whole experience was amazing from start to finish. Easy meet up for pick up and drop off point. The team was very welcoming and knowledgeable , Juss our guide was very experienced and fun to talk to. We will be back!”
Ride calm Lusitano horses across Comporta dunes from Lisbon. Small group, 2-hour beach ride, optional photos, and trained guidance.
“I had a great time horseback riding. The guide and the driver were both friendly and helpful!”
Sunrise or sunset horse ride in Algarve: pine forest trails then Carrapateira beach canter, with safety gear, guide photos, and 2-hour magic.
“Everything was fantastic!!! Horses, Sunset and guide!:)”
Ride horses along Algarve dunes and Bordeira Beach at sunrise or sunset, with guide-led instruction, complimentary water, and photos after your ride.
“My husband and I had an amazing time on our tour. The weather was perfect and the sunset was beautiful! We had to reschedule due to unforeseen circumstances but we were able to still take our ride later in the week. 10/10 recommend!”
Private horse ride in Algarve’s Carrapateira: beach, wild cliffs and dunes, calm mares, helmets, and guide photos.
“Great view, great guide, great horses Memorable . Do not miss out this in your life . Nice environment especially in sunshine”
Ride calm horses through Melides dunes and pines, then (optional) add regional wine tasting or BBQ lunch near Lisbon in 1.5 hours.
“Horse riding around the beach on sunrise was an amazing experience for the first time with my wife, the staff very friendly and welcome i really enjoyed and recommend and definitely i’ll be back for more”
Albufeira coast tour with local viewpoint stops and a lagoon horseback ride, 4 hours with hotel pickup; $106 per person.
“Friendly tour guide who answered a lot of questions, the horse riding was excellent me and my girlfriend thoroughly enjoyed it. The horses were very calm I would recommend this activity to anyone visiting Albufeira”
Ride calm, trained horses from Atlantic forest to Melides Beach’s 65km shoreline in a small group tour from Horses by the Beach.
“Outstanding! Joanna is a highly-qualified graduate of equine science, an accomplished rider, and a wealth of knowledge when it comes to learning about Portugal’s regions. All this wrapped up in a warm, friendly and charismatic little bundle of energy. Having grown up on a horse farm, this senior citizen truly enjoyed the pleasure of spending…”
Ride horses on Comporta’s white sands, ferry to Troia, and tour Setúbal’s markets. Small group, guided day trip from Lisbon.
“Good transport (however a little late at the meeting point), nice horses, competent and experienced guide on horse. I would definitively book it again.”
Watch Pure Blood Lusitano horses rehearse complex court maneuvers in Lisbon. Audio guide included, with strict photo rules and period music.
“Wonderful way to spend 2hrs staff are all very pleasant and helpful really enjoyable for those with a love of horses”
Watch Lusitano horses and riders in period costume rehearse Portuguese Equestrian Art in Lisbon’s Henrique Calado ring and Nora Patio for $17.
“Rigtig godt, kom meget tættere på hestene end jeg havde turde drømme om. Super god oplevelse. Guiden - mjaaa ikke rigtig eksisterende.”
Ride well-schooled horses around Viana do Castelo with transfers from Porto or Braga, plus instruction and possible beach-front sections.
“Our guide, Claudia, made this ride the trip of a lifetime. I genuinely felt like I was in.a dream. The horses are beautiful and well looked after and the ride is even more beautiful! I hope I am fortunate enough to come back and ride again! This is a must do if you are ever…”
Horseback ride through Atlantic Forest to secluded Praia de Melides, Setúbal. Small group, English guide, 1.5–2 hours.
“Beautiful horses and great views, would always recommend! Guide was skilled and took great care of everyone’s safety :) thank you so much!”
Small-group day trip from Lisbon to Setúbal and Comporta, with a Troia ferry crossing and group horseback riding in Comporta.
“Great experience with Flavio our guide who was very professional and attentive. The horseback riding on the beach is simply spectacular. Perfect for beginners but also for advanced riders. The landscape is SPLENDID!!! 100% recommended. This is an unique experience that you should try.”
