Ride out from a Florentine stable into rolling Chianti vineyards, then unwind with a light lunch and local wine tasting. This half-day loop pairs beginner-friendly horseback trails with regional winemaking history and food.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You mount a calm, steady horse at a family-run stable and the Tuscan hills open before you — low ridgelines, olive rows, and vine-trained trellises rolling like low waves under a wide sky.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for riders with basic mobility and average fitness; no advanced riding skills required but ability to sit in a saddle and follow instructions helps.
Wildlife
History
Chianti’s vineyards are planted on soils shaped by ancient marine deposits and folding; small estates often occupy parcels farmed since medieval times.
Conservation
Many local producers follow low-intervention viticulture and limit chemical use; riders are asked to stay on designated tracks to avoid soil erosion and protect vineyards.
Reserve your spot on the Horseback Riding and Wine Tasting today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes
Riding requires firm footing; choose low-heeled boots or sneakers with ankle support to keep safe in the stirrups.
Hydrate before the ride
Bring water and drink ahead of mounting—six hours with sun and saddle time can dehydrate even casual riders.
Sun protection matters
Wide-brim hat, sunscreen and polarized sunglasses help during open stretches between groves and vineyards.
Know the medical limits
This activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with recent back or heart issues—disclose conditions when booking.
Closed-toe riding boots or sturdy shoes
Protects feet in stirrups and gives grip on bootbeds.
Light daypack
Carries water, sunscreen, camera and personal items during the outing.
Sunscreen and hat
Shields skin and eyes during exposed vineyard stretches.
summer
Light waterproof layer
Spring weather can change fast; a compact rain shell keeps you comfortable.
spring