For several years now we have been specialised in “journeys on horseback”, alongside our other activities such as riding lessons, beginners’ courses and picnics in the countryside. Well aware of the beauty of our countryside and of its historical and cultural significance, we believe that discovering these places on horse is one of the best ways to fully appreciate them.

Here, between the sweet Tuscan hills that dive into the ocean below and the heart of the Etruscan culture, a group of professionals, dedicated to preserve the culture of the horse, have created a unique learning centre. The Horse Riding Centre "Alta Maremma" offers spectacular trails and trekking in an awesome landscape, the last real piece of pure Italy, it is still available to taste something wild: particular perfumes, unique flavours, sweet sound, vivid colours, the Maremma .The centre is a member of the Italian Equestrian Sport Federation (FISE), working together only with qualified instructors.

The "Centro Ippico Alta Maremma" offers here by Antico Casale trekking and spectacular trail rides. The horses live all the year in big natural spaces which make them more friendly towards all kinds of riders. A place where you can live the wilderness of Maremma and also discover the last natural landscapes in Italy. The trail rides vary according to the difficulties of the trails and the experience of the riders. The main routes lead to the Saturnia hot Springs, to the Albegna river where you can take a bath with your horse in the warm sulphur water or towards the Amiata mountain.

Castello di S.Cristina (just 1,5 hours driving from Rome) is a rural hideaway set deep in Italian countryside of Alta-Tuscia region (between Tuscany and Umbria)which has to offer: mistical cities, volcanic crater lakes, Etruscan archeological sites, medieval edifices and many others.
And horse riding at Santa Cristina is the best way to see all this beautiful places. We offer short hacks or longer treks in a fantastic unspoiled landscape. There is also a sand arena at the castel for lessons with the instructor.
For the guest are also available: two private swimming pools, a tanis court, little socker playground, indoor games romm and mountain bikes.
Here you can find a good mix of relax and adventure.

The Riding Centre of the Berardenga is recognised by the National Riding Authority (FISE). it is situated in Chianti at the mid point between Siena, Arezzo and Florence. The area is ideal for riding, together with being incredibly rich from the point of view of both landascape and art. The rides are varied and riders will discover castles, abbeys, old Etruscan settlements and beautiful Tuscan country houses (poderi) in the heart of our lovely Tuscan countryside. The riding centre (English riding) is run by Donatella Zambon, ex-teacher of literature. She has worked for 18 years full time with horses. During her activity she has attained different riding qualifications, the most recent being the prestigious one of "Guida federale".

Riding in the heart of the Chianti hills.

Horse riding holidays in an undiscovered part of Tuscany. Riding lessons and easy trails for beginners, full day trail rides for experienced riders. Between Siena and the coast.

Located in Southern Tuscany our horse trails follow some of Italy's most beautiful areas including the famous Crete Senese. During one week you traverse through extremely varied geologic areas: cubical flats in tuff (volcanic stone) formation, soft clay hills and steep stone mountains, each with its unique natural or agricultural vegetation. You will find medieval villages set like an eagle's ayrie on top of a hill crowned by a fortress.

Or you can visit one of the most notable Roman thermal baths still functioning adapted with modern day comforts. And there is always another breath taking view around each corner in valleys typical of Tuscany landscape: grey-green Olive trees, dark green cypress allees, golden wheat fields and allover the blue Italian sky. Beside natures best canvasses and cultural heights another important Italian tradition, that of delicious food and good wine, is shared with you!

Learn/Play at one of two different polo clubs in Italy! Either one located close to Rome, or the other close to Milan. The latter, in the province of Lecce is one of the largest in Europe with 200 stalls, 5 regular polo fields, 2 training fields and several schooling areas for horses. Situated in North Italy's beautiful lake region where lakes like Lago di Como, surrounded by mountain landscape provide a stunning setting.Both clubs offer lessons for beginners as well as chukkas for rated players .An hour is approx. $ 100 including mount, Instructors at our Rome club are Piazza Franco and Luis Neufforge, and at Milan, Bertola Carlos Maria hp. 4 and Bertola Paulo hp 5.

At Cornacchino, a friendly, informal example of agritourism, which has great catering, we offer western-style riding holidays - from group lessons and riding in the surrounding area to our weekly treks. We and our 50 horses are here to find a programme that suits you best...

Cornacchino is a small village in an uncontaminated valley surrounded by woods and pastures populated by deer, horses, porcupines and wild boars.
The estate, lies 850m a.s.l. in the natural reserve of "Monte Penna" in the south of Tuscany, on the slopes of Monte Amiata, a beautiful area although little known. Close by you find gorgeous Etruscan villages telling their tales of forgotten times and medieval settlements with castles and ruins.

Our 70 horses (different breeds and heights) thrive in pastures divided into herds, have been trained by us and are very docile, reliable, and safe.

An equestrian centre in the Umbrian countryside, caters for all levels of horsemanship. A Summer Stay is £799 with Italiatour (01883 621900), half-board, including three full day treks with lunches, flights fron Gatwick and car hire.