Our 3-day beginner package is designed to turn your dreams of mastering horseback riding and experiencing the thrill of riding across an Irish beach into reality! We offer a comprehensive experience that includes horse riding lessons, trail riding, sightseeing tours, and culminates with a memorable ride along one of our picturesque golden beaches on the final day of the trip. Let us be your guide in bringing together the joy of learning to ride a horse and the enchantment of exploring the scenic beauty Ireland has to offer.
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Daniel M. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English
My name is Danny and I own and run a Horse Farm and an Equestrian Center along with my wife Mary, son Donal, daughter Therese, nephew Daniel and a whole host of other staff who are completely dedicated to our horses and our guests.
We really do have one of the most iconic, picturesque and dramatic coastlines in the world (just ask Lonely Planet) and what better way to experience it than on the back of one of our trusted Irish cobs or Irish sports horses. Our aim is to provide clients with quality horse riding experiences while helping them to become immersed in our local community and culture.
You may come as visitors but leave as friends, having developed a strong connection and sense of belonging with our country, our horses and our people.
Tour highlights
Learn How to Ride
Start with basic instruction in the arenas and when ready, we head out on to the riding trails
Ride Along the Cost
The North Coast with a beach of resplendent white sand
Live Like a Local
Sample a pint of Guinness or dance the evening away to some traditional Irish music
Route details
Day 1
Arrival
Today you will be travelling to the North Coast of Ireland where you will be staying for the night prior to your riding holiday with us. We will let you know where you will be staying prior to your arrival.
Get settled in, enjoy some food and drink in a local establishment and get a good nights rest to be ready for what the coming days has in store.
We cant wait to meet you!
Overnight: North Antrim Coast
Day 2
Improve your skills and put it into practice
Day 3
Riding lesson and sightseeing
Day 4
WhitePark Bay and a boat tour
Difficulty
Easy
Minimal physical activity. Suitable for everyone regardless of fitness and age
Tour provider's comments
Whether you have a little horse riding experience or no horse riding experience at all, on arrival at our stables, after being greeted and some hospitality, your riding instructor will introduce you to a tried and tested schoolmaster that will be your horse for the next 3 days.
Accommodation
Comfort
Midscale
Guest House
3 nights
The B&Bs that we use are based on quality guesthouse style accommodation in coastal locations. They are all owned by local families and so are a fantastic opportunity to meet local people and relax after exhilarating days spent in the saddle or touring the Northern Irish Coast. We typically stay in the same accommodation for the duration of your trip however some rides may require you to spend a night at a different B&B depending what package you choose.
3 nights
Bed and Breakfast
Tickets to group meeting place
Group meeting place
Northern Ireland, County Antrim, Armoy
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Weather during the tour
Weather conditions along the route
You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on
- the forecasts for this season
- the statistics from previous years’ trips
Conditions
Included
- 3 nights B&B Accommodation;
- 1 quality picnic;
- 2 lunches at a Local Establishment;
- tea and fresh baked scones on arrival;
- 3 Sightseeing afternoon tours;
- 5* Coastal Riding;
- quality riding instruction;
- tour of Giants Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Dark Hedges, the Glens of Antrim and boat tour of Coast.
Extras
- international flights;
- insurance;
- transfer;
- supplement for a group of less then 4 riders (total price 1552£pps);
- flexible starting date (not Sunday - 200£pps)
- photographer for a day/half day;
- upgrade to Hotel accommodation;
- extra night of accomodation at the end of the trip.
It's important to know
Personal equipment you need for the tour
Pack to be comfortable on your ride! Clothes to ride in should include: riding pants/jodhpurs/breeches/jeans, tall boots or paddock boots & half chaps, riding helmet (we can provide if you don’t want to bring yours) & riding gloves. Do not buy new riding boots for your riding holiday–they will not be broken in!
It is said Ireland has “four seasons in one day” so plan to dress in layers during your time here. In the summer, we recommend long or short-sleeved shirts, warm sweater or light jacket, quilted or fleece vest and just in case, a rain jacket! In the fall or winter, bring warmer layers, heavier coat and rain jacket. Most of our rides are coastal—the wind can be refreshing but brisk at times.
For evenings in any season, casual attire with comfortable shoes or boots is perfectly fine.
Other items to consider packing: CAMERA, rain jacket, sunglasses, sunscreen (yes, you can get sunburned in Ireland!), lip balm and a small waist pouch for the ride.
We’ll also review with you “What to Pack” during one of our consultation calls—we will make sure you are perfectly prepared for your holiday.
Do I need to bring my own tack and equipment?
How do I know what mount (horse) is right for me?
What makes your horse treks and holidays different from other trekking holidays in Ireland?
Are the riding treks safe?
I ride Western, do you have western saddles to use?
Is a booking of a ride for a single person possible?
Is there a chance to participate in a ride if I am over 95 kg?
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Reviews
- MBMeghan Barrettabout provider3 Jun, 2026
My husband and I have been lucky enough to do several international riding trips and this one was by far the best. The location is gorgeous and absolutely magical (North Coast of Ireland). The farm has magnificent horses and wonderful guides who took tons of quality photos and videos for us. They gave us two horses who were friends and loved being near each other. They WILL assess your riding on day 1 to ensure you can competently control your horse at all gaits- this allows them to let you do more exciting riding than any other tours we've been on. So if you are an experienced rider hoping for a multi-day trip that will not put you to sleep in the saddle, quite the contrary (exhilarating memories of a lifetime)- this is the tour for you! We had one day riding on the farm getting to know our horses, and two days riding on huge empty beaches, through enchanted forests, past cliffside castles and monuments, and along country roads. You will be walking and trotting on the roadside with cars, trucks, and tractors passing, so be sure you are comfortable with that too. If you're not sure which tour of theirs to choose, just reach out. They have many options and can help you decide which one will make your riding dreams come true. The accommodations were also perfect- a clean, quiet bed and breakfast guest house with lovely hosts, comfortable beds, rejuvenating hot showers, and delicious food. The town of Ballycastle and surrounding areas were wonderful and memorable with friendly locals and incredible views everywhere you go. Overall, we had the best time ever and I dream of coming back as soon as I can! - SShannonabout provider9 Jan, 2024If you are looking for an amazing equestrian experience in Ireland, this is the place to go. The team members are lovely, and their horses are top notch. They carefully pair you with the right ride which made me feel very comfortable and safe! We had a 2 day experience and it felt like we really got to see a lot - the beach ride was incredible, nothing else like it in all my travels. We went in the “off season” so the terrain was quite muddy and it was rainy and cold. However, that didn’t stop us from having a nice time. The team has great rides that they trailer you to no matter what the season is - don’t worry about hitting the busier time. If you do come this time of year, be sure to bundle up!!
- MMelissaabout provider20 Dec, 2023We booked a 7 days stay at the end of August and it was the most amazing trip we’ve ever been on! We were put up in the nicest hotel just on the coast, room was cozy and clean, the food was unreal and our taxi drivers were some of the kindest people. Everyone shared with us stories of Ireland. The days of riding were some of the best riding abroad I’ve ever done. The gallops on the beaches were amazing and we really loved the Dunluce Castle. Our guides were amazing and experienced. The booking process was simple and Daniel made sure the trip was tailored to exactly what we needed and wanted! We will be back to do this again!
Dates and Prices
- Any dates on request during the season1 Jan – 31 Dec
