Horse riding
Horse riding in the hills of Ermionida in the Argolida: a beginners programme from the ground up and a sunset trail ride for experienced riders, in groups of up to 4.
Our horse riding takes place on a small farm in the hills of Ermionida, in the Argolida area of the eastern Peloponnese, among olive groves with views of the sea. Groups are small, up to 4 riders, so your instructor has time for every person.
Which riding programmes can you book?
- Beginners programme: 90 minutes for people who have never ridden. You learn how horses think and communicate, groom and handle your horse from the ground, practise basic technique in the arena and finish with a short ride on the paths around the farm.
- Sunset trail ride: 90 minutes for riders who can ride safely and independently. You groom and tack up your horse, then ride through the hills and olive groves at golden hour.
Do you need experience?
Not for the beginners programme, which starts from zero. The sunset trail ride is only for experienced riders, because it leaves the arena and follows dirt roads and paths.
How is it different from the horse connection experience?
The horse connection experience in Marathon is a non-riding programme about understanding and approaching horses. These programmes in Ermionida include riding.
How far is Ermionida from Athens?
About 2.5 to 3 hours by car, which makes it a good stop if you are touring the Peloponnese or staying near Porto Heli, Kranidi or Ermioni.