Porto · HORSES
4 reviewed
Good horses tours fill up fast in Porto; the great ones fill first. Ranked below: the 4 best, with current prices and what makes each one different, so you can book before the calendar closes.
Ride horses through Viana do Castelo’s coast, trails, and flower fields, with transfers from Porto or Braga and English-speaking guides.
“Riding on the beach on a Lusitano. Beautiful day and I loved Bianca. Got to trot and canter. The guide spoke excellent English and always made sure everyone felt safe and was having fun. Highly recommend!!!”
A docile 6 km countryside horse ride near Porto with bird-watching chances, small groups, and patient guidance from Gonçalo.
“Lovely helpful host. Gave us lots of confidence (novice horse riders) Horses were well cared for in beautiful stables and countryside.”
Ride gentle horses through Peneda-Gerês National Park with a certified guide, passing Campo de Gerês and Vilarinho da Furna ruins.
“We went on an unforgettable horseback ride, with some of the best views we've ever seen in Portugal — breathtaking landscapes! It was a very pleasant and peaceful experience, perfect for relaxing and enjoying nature. The horses were very gentle and well cared for, which made us feel completely at ease, even without much experience. A special thanks to Filipe, who accompanied us throughout the tour with great friendliness, attention, and knowledge of the region. We would recommend it without hesitation to anyone who wants to experience a special moment in contact with nature!Read more”
Horseback ride in the Douro Valley, forest farm-to-table lunch, then wine tasting from pickups across Viseu District.
“Our experience was sooo amazing and funny!!! It was one of a kind. Even though it rained a lot in that day, Ruben, our guide, made everything possible. We were welcomed there by very kind people. Mr Fernandez and his wife have a very beautiful and rustic restaurant and the food was amazing. The horses were calm and the ride was very nice, even in the rain. Ruben paid very much attention to the details and we appreciated it so much. The day was of funny moments and we laughed a lot. This was not just a simple trip, it was a whole nice experience with very kind people and…”
