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Horseback riding vacations in Ireland and Wales

Horseback riding is big in Ireland and we collected some of the best horseback vacations for you. Ireland is home to the famed Connemara ponies (originating from the region of the same name), and the country's Irish Hunters are equally acclaimed. Regionally, the Irish countryside has a lot to offer - Kerry's highlands promise mountain tracks and beach horse rides; whilst the Donegal area is famed for its stunning country farms and hunting opportunities. Ireland also abounds with history and heritage, and many people travel there to reconnect with their distant Irish heritage Join us in Ireland for the horse riding holiday of a lifetime! 

The ‘Emerald Isle’ has a long and established horse riding history, and is one of the best places to experience the joys of unbounded countryside riding. You’ll find many of our Irish horse riding vacations involve rides in the rolling Irish countryside, often across farmlands. Those riders who are fond of cross country riding will find there are many excellent opportunities for jumping and hunting. 

Many local horse breeds are featured in our Irish horse rides, including the Irish Hunter, Irish Cob and Connemara. Connemara ponies are a very popular trail riding breed, whilst more advanced riders may like to head out on the hunting or cross country trail with a sport horse. 

Horse riding opportunities in Ireland are diverse and varied, and cater for all levels of rider – from beginners to seasoned equestrians. 

In the areas of Connemara, Galway, Sligo, Donegal and Kerry you will find some excellent coastal and hill trail riding, as well as three day eventing courses. These areas also abound with historic buildings, mountain ranges and long sandy beaches. 

Those looking for a luxury horse riding vacation may wish to try Castle Leslie, in Monaghan. This secluded 1000 acre estate is one of only 30 Irish castles still run by the original family. Here you can relax in 4-star comfort, explore the countryside on horse back, or embark on an exhilarating cross country ride on the estates own cross country course. 

For those riders wishing to enhance their equestrian skills, the Offaly Equestrian Centre (just out of Dublin) runs equestrian clinics for novice to advanced riders, and focuses their riding lessons mainly on cross country eventing.




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Trail Ride

4 days
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 Celtic Prince Trail (4 days) | Great Britain

Intermediate - Experienced

The perfect short trail for lovers of Welsh history! Ride along forgotten paths to historic cultural sites and gallop across the green plateaus.

rider, 4 days, full board, doube room

Saddle & Tack:Classic

Trail Ride

4 days
Intermediate - Experienced

 Celtic Prince Trail (4 days) | Great Britain
The perfect short trail for lovers of Welsh history! Ride along forgotten paths to historic cultural sites and gallop across the green plateaus.

Saddle & Tack: Classic
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Trail Ride

6 days
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 Cambrian Mountain Trail (6 days) | Great Britain

Intermediate - Experienced

From the mountains to the Welsh coast – on this trail ride, you’ll cross Wales from east to west. A lively gallop by the sea is a must at the end of the journey.

rider, 6 days, full board, double room

Saddle & Tack:Classic

Trail Ride

6 days
Intermediate - Experienced

 Cambrian Mountain Trail (6 days) | Great Britain
From the mountains to the Welsh coast – on this trail ride, you’ll cross Wales from east to west. A lively gallop by the sea is a must at the end of the journey.

Saddle & Tack: Classic
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Riding Holidays

7 days
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 Atlantic riding holidays (7 days) | Ireland

Beginner - Experienced

Visit this family-run riding centre on Ireland’s stunning north-west coast. Ride well-trained horses on a variety of trail rides along the Atlantic coast and through the lush countryside.

riding week, 7 days, hotel, dbl, AP

Saddle & Tack:Classic

Riding Holidays

7 days
Beginner - Experienced

 Atlantic riding holidays (7 days) | Ireland
Visit this family-run riding centre on Ireland’s stunning north-west coast. Ride well-trained horses on a variety of trail rides along the Atlantic coast and through the lush countryside.

Saddle & Tack: Classic
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Riding Holidays

8 days
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 Sligo Equitation Centre (8 Tage) | Ireland

All Experience Levels

How to learn English and have loads of fun! The perfect language holiday for kids and teenagers who love horse riding. Can also be booked with accommodation with host families.

english&riding. dorm, half board

Saddle & Tack:Classic

Riding Holidays

8 days
All Experience Levels

 Sligo Equitation Centre (8 Tage) | Ireland
How to learn English and have loads of fun! The perfect language holiday for kids and teenagers who love horse riding. Can also be booked with accommodation with host families.

Saddle & Tack: Classic
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Riding Holidays

8 days
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 Sligo Equitation Centre - Show Jumping (8 days) | Ireland

Intermediate - Experienced

High-quality show jumping lessons and English lessons! The language holiday special for young people who love show jumping. Lessons in the indoor arena and on the cross-country course.

english&jump advanced, dorm, full board

Saddle & Tack:Classic

Riding Holidays

8 days
Intermediate - Experienced

 Sligo Equitation Centre - Show Jumping (8 days) | Ireland
High-quality show jumping lessons and English lessons! The language holiday special for young people who love show jumping. Lessons in the indoor arena and on the cross-country course.

Saddle & Tack: Classic
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Trail Ride

4 days
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 Killarney Reeks Trails (4/7 days) | Ireland

Intermediate - Experienced

Horse-riding tours for fans of Ireland! The famous ‘Ring of Kerry’ in the mild south-west of Ireland – a pub crawl on horseback. On this trail, you’ll experience the best of traditional Irish nature and culture.

Rider,double room, halfboard

Saddle & Tack:Classic

Trail Ride

4 days
Intermediate - Experienced

 Killarney Reeks Trails (4/7 days) | Ireland
Horse-riding tours for fans of Ireland! The famous ‘Ring of Kerry’ in the mild south-west of Ireland – a pub crawl on horseback. On this trail, you’ll experience the best of traditional Irish nature and culture.

Saddle & Tack: Classic
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Riding Holidays

8 days
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Riding Holiday at a 4-star hotel near Westport, 5-8 days | Ireland

All Experience Levels

Star-shaped rides on the green island with plenty of comfort!

Westport, 8 days, dbl.room, breakfast

Saddle & Tack:Classic

Riding Holidays

8 days
All Experience Levels

Riding Holiday at a 4-star hotel near Westport, 5-8 days | Ireland
Star-shaped rides on the green island with plenty of comfort!

Saddle & Tack: Classic
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Riding Holidays

8 days
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 Riding holidays County Galway (8 days) | Ireland

All Experience Levels

Horse riding lessons, donkey treks, yoga and trail rides – a riding holiday for the whole family and for all abilities! Stay at the guesthouse on this colourful organic farm in County Galway.

Trek & Train Riding package, DB, FB

Saddle & Tack:Classic

Riding Holidays

8 days
All Experience Levels

 Riding holidays County Galway (8 days) | Ireland
Horse riding lessons, donkey treks, yoga and trail rides – a riding holiday for the whole family and for all abilities! Stay at the guesthouse on this colourful organic farm in County Galway.

Saddle & Tack: Classic
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