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Spend seven days riding through Tuscany’s wild Maremma: oak forests, meadow canters and village picnics with experienced guides and daily riding tailored to beginners and advanced riders alike.
Spend seven days riding through Tuscany’s wild Maremma: oak forests, meadow canters and village picnics with experienced guides and daily riding tailored to beginners and advanced riders alike.
The week opens with the soft smell of hay and a lowing horizon of rolling hills: riders tack up at a farmhouse near the wild Maremma and set off along tracks carved through oak woods, across shallow streams and over meadows that flare with poppies in spring.
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Operated by Fontus s.r.l. · Grosseto, Tuscany
The week opens with the soft smell of hay and a lowing horizon of rolling hills: riders tack up at a farmhouse near the wild Maremma and set off along tracks carved through oak woods, across shallow streams and over meadows that flare with poppies in spring.
This is southern Tuscany—an agricultural landscape shaped by Etruscan to medieval hands, where limestone ridges and clay soils create undulating terrain and pocketed valleys. Riders pass small stone villages, olive groves and fields that still follow ancient parcel lines; guides often route rides toward viewpoints above eras-old farmhouses or to a riverside clearing for a communal picnic.
The package is a week-long stay (7 nights) at a local hotel with access to a pool, daily breakfast and 10 hours of riding included. Horses here are steady and sure-footed; programs accommodate beginners with ring lessons and experienced riders with half- or full-day trail rides that include walking, trotting and occasional canters under guidance. Helmets are provided and guides match mounts to ability.
Practical planning favors mid-week arrivals for quieter trails and cooler mornings for longer rides. Expect basic luggage transfers, pickup options from Florence, Pisa or Siena, and modest local menus—picnics and extra lunches are available for a small fee.
Bring layered clothing, sturdy boots and gloves; communicate weight and experience at booking so staff can pair you with the right mount. Pace yourself: the terrain rewards steady hands and relaxed horses, and the day’s rhythm is equal parts saddle time and slow, attentive observation of the Tuscan countryside.
moderate.
7 days (10 hours riding included, flexible daily).
Moderate fitness; riders should be comfortable walking and trotting for 2–4 hour blocks and able to mount/dismount independently.
No—beginners can take ring lessons; experienced riders can join longer trail rides. Tell the operator your skill level when booking.
Seven nights at the hotel, daily breakfast, access to the pool, helmets, professional English-speaking guides and 10 hours of riding (flexible scheduling) are included; some meals and extra rides cost extra.
Yes—pickup and drop-off from Florence, Pisa or Siena are offered; confirm pickup point and time when you book.
Full refund if cancelled at least 6 full days before departure; 50% refund if cancelled between 2–6 days; no refund within 2 days.
This part of Tuscany blends Etruscan and medieval heritage; many trails follow ancient transhumance routes and sidestep centuries-old farmsteads.
Operators encourage staying on established tracks to protect scrubland and nesting birds; use of local guides helps reduce disturbance to wildlife and cultural sites.
Fontus s.r.l. operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The week opens with the soft smell of hay and a lowing horizon of rolling hills: riders tack up at a farmhouse near the wild Maremma and set off along tracks carved through oak woods, across shallow streams and over meadows that flare with poppies in spring.
The week opens with the soft smell of hay and a lowing horizon of rolling hills: riders tack up at a farmhouse near the wild Maremma and set off along tracks carved through oak woods, across shallow streams and over meadows that flare with poppies in spring.
This is southern Tuscany—an agricultural landscape shaped by Etruscan to medieval hands, where limestone ridges and clay soils create undulating terrain and pocketed valleys. Riders pass small stone villages, olive groves and fields that still follow ancient parcel lines; guides often route rides toward viewpoints above eras-old farmhouses or to a riverside clearing for a communal picnic.
The package is a week-long stay (7 nights) at a local hotel with access to a pool, daily breakfast and 10 hours of riding included. Horses here are steady and sure-footed; programs accommodate beginners with ring lessons and experienced riders with half- or full-day trail rides that include walking, trotting and occasional canters under guidance. Helmets are provided and guides match mounts to ability.
Practical planning favors mid-week arrivals for quieter trails and cooler mornings for longer rides. Expect basic luggage transfers, pickup options from Florence, Pisa or Siena, and modest local menus—picnics and extra lunches are available for a small fee.
Bring layered clothing, sturdy boots and gloves; communicate weight and experience at booking so staff can pair you with the right mount. Pace yourself: the terrain rewards steady hands and relaxed horses, and the day’s rhythm is equal parts saddle time and slow, attentive observation of the Tuscan countryside.