Leave Rome behind for a five-hour horseback ride through Simbruini National Park, with a packed lunch and village wine tasting included. Trails run across limestone ridges and wooded glades—ideal for riders with basic skills and a taste for mountain air.
Leave Rome behind for a five-hour horseback ride through Simbruini National Park, with a packed lunch and village wine tasting included. Trails run across limestone ridges and wooded glades—ideal for riders with basic skills and a taste for mountain air.
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Operated by Cavalieri di Gaia · Tagliacozzo, Abruzzo
A chill morning in a Roman square melts into country air as riders are shuttled out of the city toward Tagliacozzo. At Ranch Valle Verde the horses are groomed and readied; the animals shift their weight, impatient to lead you onto the old shepherd trails that thread through Simbruini National Park. The route alternates between open ridges that throw views across hills and shaded coppices where the breeze carries the scent of pine and damp earth.
moderate.
5 hours.
Moderate—comfortable walking balance and the ability to mount/dismount repeatedly; riders should handle a horse at walk and trot.
Basic riding control helps; beginners can join but should disclose their experience so guides can match them with suitable horses.
Private transfer from the meeting point to the ranch and back is included when that option is selected; check your booking details for pickup locations.
Yes—helmets are provided and their use is required for safety during the ride.
A small daypack with water, a light jacket, and any personal snacks is enough; the packed lunch and a village wine tasting are included.
Simbruini’s valleys supported seasonal transhumance and small agrarian communities for centuries; many tracks follow the same routes shepherds used historically.
Simbruini National Park protects fragile karst ecosystems and high-mountain pastures—stay on designated trails, avoid feeding wildlife, and follow local guidance to reduce impact.
Cavalieri di Gaia operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




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