Private Horseback Riding Tour in Sicilian Countryside + Tradional lunch

Private Horseback Riding Tour in Sicilian Countryside + Tradional lunch

Admire the incredible beauty of unspoilt nature of Sicilian countryside. The tour is private – only your party, and includes pick-up and drop-off by comfortable air-conditioned car at your accommodation/port.

At the Ranch, after a safety briefing and practicing in the riding arena, take a 1-hour horseback tour exploring the fascinating flora and fauna of Etna park with a professional guide. The tour is suitable for all ages and skill levels.

After the horseback riding tour, have traditional lunch at tradional restaurant. Taste locally produced cheeses, salami, prosciutto, olives, traditional ricotta, pasta and local wine.

Step off the beaten path of standard Sicilian tours visiting an ancient farmhouse in Sicilian countryside. Your personal friendly English speaking guide will pick you up at your accommodation or port in Taormina area, and in relax will chauffeurs you to Etna slope while you admire the scenery of the Sicilian countryside, Mediterranean Sea and mountains, as well as hardened Etna lava flows. This tour is private -- only for your party, nobody else, to ensure the highest standards for our guests.

After 40 minutes ride you will arrive at a family run old milestone of 1800 year farmhouse producing wines, dairy, meat, fruits and vegetables. Here you will take a guided tour of the farmhouse, admire picturesque vineyards, oranges, lemons and olive plantations, and see many animals - sheep, cows, goats, deer, peacocks, wild boar, chickens, geese. Then you will arrive at the stables and listen to a safety briefing before selecting your horse. Practice in the riding arena until you feel comfortable with your horse and learn basic commands that ensure control and confidence. Then start your 1,5-hour horseback riding tour through the gorgeous greenery of one of the most majestic parks of Sicily – Alcantara Natural Park, with your experienced professional guide. Depending on your ability, trot, canter or gallop through the captivating countryside as your guide explains about local flora and fauna.

After the horseback riding tour, feed your horse, and revitalize with a delicious and hearty traditional lunch at the farmhouse. Taste all locally produced fresh food – cheeses, salami, prosciutto, traditional Sicilian relish caponata and parmigiana, olives, mushrooms, vegetables, domestic olive oil and home-made bread with Etna red and white wines. Revitalized, return to your car and relax during the smooth journey back to your accommodation or port.  

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"A minimum of 2 people per booking is required"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 5 To 6 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
Your private guide will pick you up at your hotel, port or train station in Taormina, Giardini Naxos, Letojanni or nearby.

Ports

  • Taormina port
  • Giardini Naxos port


Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

  • Private tour only for your party - nobody else, to ensure the highest standards for our guests
  • Private English speaking guide
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off in Taormina area
  • Round-trip private transfer
  • Professional horseback riding guide
  • Alcantara National Park 1-hour horseback riding tour
  • Traditional Sicilian lunch (locally produced cheeses, salami, prosciutto, traditional Sicilian relish caponata and parmigiana, olives, mushrooms, vegetables, domestic olive oil and home-made bread)
  • Local wine
  • Bottled water, snacks
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Entry/Admission - Porta Messina

Not Included

  • Gratuities

Facilities


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