Zoraïda's Horse-Riding
Kavros - Crete - Greece


Riding Holidays
Stationary light - 7 days, 5 days guided riding


For whom?

Saddle up for a memorable 7-day horse riding holiday with 5 days of scenic guided rides. Stay in one cozy spot throughout—no need to repack each day, just relax and enjoy the ride. There are no fixed dates for this horsey adventure, and no minimum number of participants required. You'll be matched with others of a similar riding level.

Our experienced guides will ensure a safe and enriching adventure. The rides are varied and allow you to explore picturesque landscapes, with beach rides as a true highlight. With 13 hours in the saddle, this experience is ideal for confident intermediate riders - able to control a horse at walk and trot in the outdoors - and for advanced riders who will definitely enjoy some lovely gallops (in separate groups).

We deliberately opt for self-catering accommodations, giving you the freedom to dine where and when you like—whether it’s a taverna meal or a fresh pastry from the local bakery. Expect to spend around €35 per day on food. Enjoy the taste, the freedom, and support local businesses while soaking in everything this beautiful island has to offer.

Anyone who wishes to stay at a specific hotel can simply book the riding package only, at 435 Euro per person.

Riding Program
  • 1 beautiful mini-safari (+/-3 hours)
    Perfect for those who adore riding through the unspoiled Cretan countryside. Mainly over dirt roads and along olive groves, we will ride up towards the village of Kournas. Making our way down to the lake, will give us the opportunity to admire its full beauty from a bird's-eye-view. The turquoise colours and the surrounding mountains guarantee you an absolutely stunning view. Short drinking-stop at the lake itself. Simply wonderful! This ride can be done either in the morning or in the late afternoon.

  • 2 Cool Rides (+/- 3 hours)
    This is a beach ride of 8.5 km combined with swimming with horses.
    Embrace yourself for a new sensation!! Leaving this early in the morning guarantees an almost empty beach to ride on and a very mild sunshine. Perfect riding conditions which we will fully exploit. The ride itself will be on saddled horses, the swimming bareback. Experience the unique sensation of floating on a swimming horse! A truly unique feeling! The swimming will offer a very welcome refreshment to both riders and horses. Once we and the horses are dried off, we will re-saddle and continue our ride back home.

  • 2 romantic sunset beach rides (+/- 2 hours)
    On a long, sandy beach, carried by the scent of freedom, you’ll experience a dream-like harmony. Who says you need wings to fly off into a beautiful sunset? Just enjoy! Upon request, you can swap these rides for smooth morning beach rides.
With a 6 nights' accommodation:

  Studio The Egeon
9.2 rating score

 Studio Argiri
9.8 rating score

 Villa Casa Calanthe
9.4 rating score
Location Georgioupolis

Near the harbour and the village centre

200 m from the beach

^ cosy tourist fishing village		 Cournas Beach

Near the shopping promenade

350 m from the beach

^ wide sandy beach in tourist village		 Edge of Kournas village

Near Kournas Woods

4 km from the beach/lake, with private heated pool and panoramic hot tub

^ traditional village, privacy and comfort
Period Price per person in Euro Price per person in Euro Price per person in Euro
May 1st - June 15th
&
September 16th - October 31st		 845
Single supple­ment:
+159		 845
Single supple­ment:
+159		 1325
Single supple­ment:
+660
June 16th - June 30st
&
Sep­tem­ber 1st - September 15th		 845
Single supple­ment:
+185		 899
Single supple­ment:
+193		 1325
Single supple­ment:
+660
July 1st - August 31st 875
Single supple­ment:
+239		 899
Single supple­ment:
+193		 1499
Single supple­ment:
+750
November 1st - April 30th 845
Single supple­ment:
+159		 Not avail­able Not avail­able

All options with private bathroom, A/C and heating.
For a longer stay or sharing your room with a non-rider, please contact us to give you an exact price.

Flight & hotel transfer
The flight is not included.
The transfer from Chania airport or Souda harbour to and from your hotel is included.
Transfers from Heraklion are subjected to a 60,- € surplus per person (both ways included).

For reservations and possible questions, do not hesitate to contact Kristy. German, English, French, and Dutch spoken.