Ride through vineyard lanes outside Valencia, then unwind with a three-wine tasting in Utiel-Requena. This half-day experience blends a guided, beginner-friendly horseback loop with a relaxed winery tasting and local aperitif.
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The morning light strips the Valencia suburbs as you gather at Empalme station and drive inland toward low, chalky hills and ordered rows of vines. You’ll saddle up in a quiet corral, feel the horse’s warmth beneath your leg, and follow a measured 45–60 minute loop through vineyard tracks and scrubby Mediterranean pasture. The ride is steady: dirt farm lanes, short grassy stretches and gentle rises that give occasional, wide views over the Utiel-Requena basin.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
6 hours (including transport)
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers with moderate fitness; riders should be comfortable sitting for an hour at a steady walk/trot.
Wildlife
History
Utiel-Requena has produced wine for centuries; Requena’s old town and bodegas reflect a long tradition of viticulture and rural commerce.
Conservation
Many local wineries practice sustainable viticulture to protect dryland soils; riders should stick to established tracks to avoid damaging vines and scrub.
Reserve your spot on the Horseback riding and wine tour (private tour) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Sturdy footwear protects feet during the ride and while walking in farmyard terrain.
Hydrate for heat
Bring a refillable water bottle—summer inland temperatures can spike quickly on open tracks.
Long pants for riding
Lightweight trousers reduce chafing and protect legs from brush on the trail.
Arrive early to Empalme
Allow extra time to reach the meeting point by metro or tram and complete check-in paperwork.
Closed-toe shoes or boots
Protects feet in stirrups and on uneven farm tracks.
Long pants
Prevents chafing and shields legs from brush while riding.
Refillable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during the ride and transfer to the winery.
summer
Light wind or rain jacket
Useful for cooler, breezy conditions or unexpected showers.
winter