Horseback riding in Montepulciano: Tuscan hills for all levels

Ride through Tuscan vineyards and hidden corners without needing experience

Horseback riding in the hills of Montepulciano takes you across vineyards and scenic trails in the Tuscan countryside, guided by David and Lea who know each horse by name and speak English, Italian and French. The ride lasts about an hour and suits all fitness levels and ages from four up. No prior riding experience is needed. Water and coffee or tea are included.

The experience

You start from Montepulciano and ride out into the surrounding countryside, crossing vineyards and following trails that wind through the landscape. David and Lea guide you with competence and passion, telling stories about the places you pass and the animals you ride. The pace is built around your comfort, not your credentials: beginners ride alongside experienced riders, and the guides adjust the route and speed to match the group.

The hour moves between moments of relaxation and discovery. You'll see views most visitors to Montepulciano never reach, tucked into the folds of the hills where the vineyards give way to quieter corners of nature. The guides know the terrain and the horses intimately, which shapes how the ride unfolds: they know which horse suits which rider, and they know the stories and secrets of the area well enough to make the ride feel less like a checklist and more like a conversation with someone who lives here.

Bottled water and coffee or tea come with the ride. Children from age four are welcome, and the guides work with riders of all fitness levels. If you're staying in Montepulciano without a car, this is the way to move into the countryside on horseback instead of by shuttle or tour bus.

What’s included

• Bottled water.
• coffee and/or tea.
• expert guide in English, Italian or French.
• horses suited to your experience level.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00, 17:00 and 18:30

Book up to14h before

AgesAdult (18 to 70 years) · Senior (71 to 90 years) · Youth (15 to 17 years) · Child (4 to 14 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, French and Italian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomeNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Fattoria Madonna della Querce

Is this one for you?The ride starts from Montepulciano itself, so you don't need a car or a shuttle to reach the countryside. If you're staying in town for an afternoon or a free morning and want to move beyond the streets into the hills on horseback, this settles the logistics: you walk to the meeting point and the guides take it from there.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, French and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (15 to 17 years); Child (4 to 14 years). Under 4: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I need to have ridden horses before to join this ride?

No. The ride is designed for everyone, including beginners, and David and Lea adjust the pace and route to match the group's experience. The guides pair each rider with a horse suited to their comfort level.

What happens if I'm staying in Montepulciano without a rental car?

The ride starts from Montepulciano itself, so you can walk or take a short taxi from your accommodation to the meeting point. You don't need to arrange separate transport to reach the countryside.

What's included with the ride?

Bottled water and coffee or tea are included. The guides provide the horses and lead the entire experience. You bring comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes.

How long does the horseback ride last?

The ride lasts about an hour, moving at a pace that lets you take in the vineyards and trails without rushing.