Top 6 Horse Treks Worldwide

1.Levi: Riding Trek with Icelandic Horses

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 39 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $111Our pick

Ride a gentle Icelandic horse through Lapland’s snowy forests, plains, and roads near Levi. Finnish and English-speaking guides provide instruction, riding gear, and a route matched to your ability. Choose a one or two-hour trek, learn the Icelandic horse’s smooth tölt, and stop for photos. Pick-up is available, with groups limited to six riders.

“what a beautiful experience. I have never done horse riding, but it was all explained and I thoroughly enjoyed it, make sure you wrap up warm and have plenty of layers as it does get cold .”

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2.MONGOLIAN NOMADS: 2-Day Horse Trekking & Cow Milking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 23 reviews · 2 days · from $369

Travel from Ulaanbaatar to Töv in a private jeep, meet a working nomadic family, help herd sheep and goats, ride horses, milk cows, share meals, and sleep in a traditional ger. English-speaking guides such as Toya or Koko help bridge the language gap and keep the visit flexible.

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3.Rotorua: Scenic Horse Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 23 reviews · 1 hour · from $74

At Blazing Saddles Rotorua, you’ll meet a horse matched to your comfort level, receive a safety briefing, then ride through rolling farmland near Mt Ngongotaha. The small group, limited to five, keeps the outing personal. Expect a gentle pace, open views of Lake Rotorua, and English-speaking local guides rather than a fast horseback adventure.

“Wonderful way to see views of the lake. I really enjoyed my time. The horses were great!”

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4.Cardrona Valley: Horse Trekking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 2 hours - 210 minutes · from $298Top rated

Ride through Cardrona Valley with a small group of up to six. You get a one-on-one lesson before setting off, then follow scenic mountain trails on a calm, well-matched horse. Hannah, Phoebe, and Kelly have guided recent rides. Ask about the Gold Discovery Trail for beginners or the faster High Country Pub Trail.

“It was an amazing horseback riding experience! Kelly was very attentive, teaching us and guiding us along the way. The horses were well-trained, and it wasn’t just a casual walk — we actually got to gallop, cross streams, and go up and down slopes. It was something I had never experienced before. Thank you for giving us such wonderful memories. Highly recommend this place if you visit Cardrona!”

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5.Cappadocia: Sunset Horse Trek Through the Valleys

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · 2 hours · from $65Best value

You’ll ride for two hours from Cavusin through Rose and Red Valleys, stopping at a panoramic sunset point before returning to the ranch. English and Turkish guides provide a briefing and equipment, and Beyza is noted for especially helpful support. Hotel pickup and drop-off across Cappadocia are included.

“The most amazing magical experience! Felt like I was in the movies. The route was perfect and the sunset was amazing. BEYZA was sooo helpful and accommodating, truly such a special and beautiful experience, I could not fault it, amazing for beginners too was my first time ridding and was so easy and they explained so clearly and were quick to respond if you needed assistance, if you’re thinking of booking DO!”

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6.2 Day Horse trekking in Terelj national park

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 5 reviews · 2 days · from $310

Ride across Terelj National Park with an English-speaking guide, visit Turtle Rock, Aryabal Monastery, Chinggis Khaan’s statue, and Zaisan Hill, then sleep in a local ger. Guide Bee has been praised for his kindness. Expect simple facilities, local meals, and a hands-on horse-riding introduction.

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