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Horse riding tours and equestrian holidays in France |
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Since 1998, Ride in France is dedicated to horse riding tours and equestrian holidays in France.
Ride in France is part of Randocheval, the leading French equestrian agency, which offers rides in more than 50 countries. We even have our own travel agency in Mongolia!
No need to say that our team of French horse lovers has the best knowledge about horseback holidays in our own homeland!
Be ready for the equestrian adventure of a lifetime in France!
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Whether you are dreaming of fairy castles or enjoying French cuisine and wines, we have a ride for you! Discover our "special interest rides" to find your dream equestrian vacation in France ...
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It is important that you prepare your riding holidays to make the most of your equestrian adventure!
The following pages should answer all your questions about France, French horses and how to prepare your horseback vacation. Feel free to contact us if you need more detailed information.
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You will enjoy the magical landscapes, the historical villages, the gourmet meals and the wonderful discoveries of the Causses of Quercy Regional Natural Park. During the week, you will switch between horseback hikes, visits of the main sites of the region and relaxing at the Mas. |
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Day 1
Meeting directly at the Mas in late afternoon. After a visit of the property and a first meeting with our horses, we will share a friendly drink then diner and night at the Mas.
Day 2
After breakfast, a first
hack around the property will allow you to get to know your horse and to discover the place with your guide. Lunch is taken at the Mas. For those who have chosen the "visits" options, the afternoon will be devoted to discovering the magnificient St Cirq Lapopie village, a must-see medieval village. Return to the Mas for the diner and the night.
Day 3
Breakfast at the Mas. Departure for a two parts ride with a picnic at the Puy-Blanc's ponds, a protected natural area on the site of an old clay quarry. 4h horse-ride. At your return at the Mas, relaxation and gourmet diner.
Day 4
Breakfast at the Mas. New hack on the Causse
towards the Bélinac
menhir, imprint of a human activity in this region around 4 000 years ago. After lunch at the Mas, free afternoon or, for those who have chosen the "visits" option, we will admire the ornate cave of Pech Merle and its mouving prehistoric murals paintings. Diner and night at the Mas.
Day 5
Today is a rest day for the horses. Free day for those who have chosen the "visits" option. For the others, we will take the road by car towards the Gouffre de Padirac and its underground boat trip to visit of one of the most majestic underground river in France. We will have lunch in an emblematic farm of the region before visiting the cité de Rocamadour and its sanctuary, built on the cliff. Return to the Mas in late afternoon and diner.
Day 6
After a breakfast at the Mas, we will return to our horses for a complete day of riding. After a descent into the valley through the authentic village of Corn, you will pass in front of the mysterious source of Bual, take a wooded area of the Saint Jacques path before a well deserved lunch break at the priory of Espagnac. In the afternoon, you will go back up to the South side of the valley along the ridges and enjoy the view before coming back to the North side to find the property. In the evening, a special wine and local product evening will be offered to you !
Day 7
Breakfast at the Mas and departure. Don't hesitate, if you want, to enjoy the end of the week to continue your visit of our beautiful department.
Important: The above itinerary is provided on an indicative basis and our guide reserves the right to modify the itinerary depending on the condition of paths and the seasons.
The first people to register for a departure date choose the length of their stay.
The 7 program is a privatized stay, open to groups already formed. Prices below are based on a group of 4 to 6 people. A supplement is required for groups of 2 or 3 participants.
The 5-day program does not require privatization.
| "Equestrian and Cultural Stay" - 2024 | ||
| March 30 to April 05 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| March 30 to April 03 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| April 06 to 12 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| April 06 to 10 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| April 13 to 19 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| April 13 to 17 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| April 20 to 26 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| April 20 to 24 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| April 27 to May 03 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| April 27 to May 01 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| May 04 to 10 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| may 04 to 10 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| May 11 to 17 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| May 11 to 15 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| May 18 to 24 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| May 18 to 22 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| May 25 to 31 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| May 25 to 29 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| June 01 to 07 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| June 01 to 05 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| June 08 to 14 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| June 08 to 12 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| June 15 to 21 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| June 15 to 19 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| June 22 to 28 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| June 22 to 26 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| August 31 to September 06 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| August 31 to September 04 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| September 07 to 13 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| September 07 to 11 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| September 14 to 20 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| September 14 to 18 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| September 21 to 27 (7days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| September 21 to 25 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| September 28 to October 04 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| September 28 to October 02 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| October 05 to 11 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| October 05 to 09 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| October 12 to 18 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| October 12 to 16 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| October 19 to 25 (7 days) | 1290 € | available> sign up |
| October 19 to 23 (5 days) | 790 € | available> sign up |
| "Option 2024 | ||
| Supplement Single if requested |
290 € / person | |
| Non-Rider Discount (only for the short program) | - 290 € | |
| Visit option Lot (4 visited site) | 260 € / person | |
- The above described tour on a full board basis from diner on day 1 to breakfast on day 7
- Accomodation at the Mas in a double room to share
- The financial guarantee of funds deposited in Ride in France, (see "why ride with us ?")
- Drinks (except water and wine at meals)
- Registration fees of 15 € per person
- Transfers from and to the Cahors or Figeac train station and Toulouse airport
- Personal expenses
- Registration fees of 15 € per person
- Optional insurance: more information
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Horses
The equestrian farm has about 20 horses from different sizes and breeds. They live in big fields on the property. They are all trained in the respect of their character according to a behavioral approach. When you will arrive, we will give you a visit of the farm to discover all our animals and meet your future horse. Tack |
Recommended riding ability
To take part in this horse stay, you need to feel comfortable at the three gaits outside. The gaits on this trail are dynamic when it's possible, the pace will be different according to the itinerary of the day.
Good to know
Minors accompanied by their parents are accepted from 12 years old, if they have a sufficient equestrian level.
Helmets are compulsory. You can borrow one on the spot;
Maximum weight: 90 kg.
Non riders are welcome, except the equestrian part they will do the same activities following the program.
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Gwladys is a horse riding teacher, behaviourist and long term rider with more than 8000 km in autonomy. Jeremy is a professional horse photographer. They fell in love with the Cele Valley a couple of years ago. They welcome you to live a privileged experience to discover Lot, its cuisine and its tourist sites, more surprising the ones than the others. |
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Accommodation Outside, you will enjoy a large swimming pool with a wooden terrace.
Meals One lunch and one diner are planned in a restaurant. |
Languages spoken by the guide: English / French / Spanish
Group size: From 1 to 6 riders
Arrival airport / train station:
Meeting point at the Mas in late afternoon.
Transfers are possible from and to Cahors and Figeac train station or Toulouse airport.
Details are given in the travel journal for these services reservation.
A little corner of paradise in the middle of beautiful landscapes in a nice Mas where horse lovers live! All the ingredients are combined to have a perfect stay with horse rides and cultural discoveries. |
"My riding friends and myself were delighted with this trip which allowed us to appreciate the horse riding in ideal places without meeting cars, in amazing and differents landscapes. The horses well in their head and with a notion of ethology which allowed us this new aspect of the horse riding. Our hosts really spoiled us !!! Excellent supervision and advices during the horse riding and an outstanding cook !!! They contributed to the week being too short." - Patrick V. (2021)
"An exceptionnal guesthouse, comfortable and friendly. The horses are extremely well in their head and know their job while riding. People we would like to meet more often : kind, generous, passionate and interesting." - Lise F. (2020)
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