Location: Province of Granada
Top Things to do in Province of Granada
What to do and see in Province of Granada, Andalucia: The Best Horseback Riding Tours
There’s an Arabic inscription that captures the essence of Granada in a few words: “There is nothing so sad as to be blind in Granada.” The perspicacity of this declaration becomes obvious as soon as you penetrate the austere walls of the Alhambra and take in the full majesty of the architecture, carvings and fountains of the Nasrid palaces. Your ticket (which should be bought well in advance following the instructions on the attraction’s website) also affords entry to the Renaissance Palace of Carlos V and to the exquisite gardens of the Generalife. If you are celebrating a special event, or are in the market for a splurge, you can stay in the lovely Parador, right on site. Make your way down into the city via the atmospheric old quarter of the Albaicin, with its tiny craft shops and restaurants, and head for the Cathedral and Royal Chapel. Also plan a visit to the crypt for the tombs of Ferdinand and Isabella, the instigators of Spain’s imperial adventures to the New World and beyond. It’s worth making the short journey out of town to visit the Monasterio Cartuja, a fabulous Carthusian monastery in the baroque style. Admirers of the poet Lorca should make the effort to visit the Casa-Museo Federico Garcia Lorca in Fuente Vaqueros, about 11 miles from the city centre.
Restaurants in Province of Granada
1. Las Encinillas Rutas a Caballo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 270 reviews
Riding horses in Sierra Nevada. Trekking around one of the most beautiful areas of Spain, the North Face of the Sierra Nevada. Horse riding. Horseback riding tours Spain.
Reviewed By A8995NXhansl
Victor and his lovely wife are running their horse riding centre with passion for the horses, the beautiful surrounding and their customers. The owner is an excellent and entertaining instructor with a great sense of humour, making this an unforgettable experience, for the experienced as well as for the novices and less fearless. Looking forward to the 3 day 3000m trip!
2. Sierra-Trails
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5.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Tom909 - London, United Kingdom
I went for a day ride up into the mountains. The horses are not only beautiful, but a joy to ride. We saw snow capped mountains, rushing waterfalls, and a view across the sea all the way to Morocco. Delicious picnic lunch, and two friendly and knowledgeable guides, Lisa and Janet. What more could you ask for? A perfect day.
3. Diego Romero Escuela de Equitacion
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Escuela de Equitacion Diego Romero, es una empresa de turismo activo situada en Lachar (Granada). Especializada en turismo ecuestre y realiza todo tipo de actividades con caballos.
4. Riding Andalucia
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5.0 based on 33 reviews
Enjoy High Mountains views on horsebacka leisure company with 20 years’ experience.We organise rides by the hour and, particularly, treks of several days on the southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada.
5. Horse Riding Andalucia
6. Pegasus Riding Centre
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5.0 based on 55 reviews
"Horse Riding in the heart of the Alpujarras" Pegasus Riding Centre is located just a short walk from Orgiva town centre. We offer horse riding lessons & treks for all ages and abilities. Special ride packages include rides to a traditional Alpujarran restaurant for drinks & tapas or a cooked meal.Qualified & experienced instructors are able to instruct in English and Spanish language.
Reviewed By Sightsee683577
I had 3 days riding in the beautiful mountains and countryside around Orgiva. Becky instantly makes you feel at home and with the informal atmosphere adapts to what ever you want whenever possible. The trek up the mountains on narrow tracks is a different and great experience but you always feel safe. Everything is at a very relaxed pace giving you time to enjoy the countryside but with lots of opportunities for cantering if you want to.
7. CulturalTravel
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We are a team with more than 20 years of experience specialized in cultural visits, very focused on the most significant monuments of Andalusia, the Alhambra, the Mosque, the cathedral of Seville and the scenic and picturesque surroundings of Gibraltar, with special attention to our circuits in Morocco, with various programs of culture and adventure, special events and travel.
8. Finca Malpasillo
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
9. Centro Ecuestre Los Alayos
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4.5 based on 7 reviews
Paseos y rutas a caballo por el entorno del Parque Natural de Sierra Nevada. Clases de equitación, pupilaje de caballos. Paseos y rutas desde una hora hasta varios días de duración.
10. GranadaOpen Viajes
We are a creative agency that offers custom designed trips through Granada, Andalusia and throughout Spain.
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