Horseback Riding in Pisa Hills: Scenic Trails & Tuscan Aperitif

An hour on horseback through woodlands, valleys and lakeside trails, ending with Tuscan wine and local food

Horseback riding in the Pisa countryside combines a guided trail ride through rolling hills with an aperitif featuring local Tuscan food and drink. You're matched with a suitable horse, given a short briefing on the basics, then follow scenic paths at walking pace through woodlands and rural landscapes with views of Monte Serra and the Lower Arno Valley. The ride ends with refreshments before you return.

Step-by-step itinerary

Horseback ride and aperitif in Pisa hills

• Meet and get matched with horse
• Attend horseback riding briefing
• Ride through scenic trails with guide
• Enjoy views of Lower Arno Valley and Monte Serra
• Pass by a picturesque lake
• Conclude ride with aperitif and local delicacies

The experience

The ride starts with a short introduction to your horse and a refresher on the fundamentals of riding, so beginners fit in easily. You'll be paired with a horse suited to your experience level, then set out with an experienced guide along trails that wind through the countryside surrounding Pisa. The pace stays at a walk, which keeps the focus on the landscape rather than on managing the horse. You pass through woodlands and open rural terrain, with views across the Lower Arno Valley and Monte Serra opening up as you go.

A picturesque lake sits along the route, and the whole ride unfolds in a way that lets you settle into the rhythm of the horse and the quiet of the landscape. The guide handles navigation and safety, leaving you free to take in the rolling hills and the texture of rural Tuscany that most visitors miss from a car window.

When you finish, an aperitif waits with local Tuscan specialties and your choice of alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks. This is not a rushed snack but a proper pause to sit and absorb what you've just ridden through, with food and drink that belong to the place.

What’s included

• Horseback ride at walking pace.
• riding helmet.
• experienced equestrian guide in English or Italian.
• short introductory briefing on riding basics.
• aperitif with local Tuscan food and beverages.

Options for this experience

2 options

One-hour horseback rideGuide in English or Italian · 6 departure times: the first at 10:00, the last at 17:30Lasts 1 hour

Two-hour horseback rideGuide in English or Italian · 09:00, 10:00, 16:00 and 17:00Lasts 2 hours

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day8 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 17:30

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (14 and older) · Under 14: can't be booked

GroupUp to 4

Live guideEnglish 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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Holidoit

Is this one for you?Choose the one-hour ride if you want a relaxed introduction to the Tuscan countryside without a big time commitment. The two-hour option suits riders who want to venture deeper into the hills and spend more time in the saddle.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Italian.

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.

What's the riding experience like if I've never been on a horse before?

A short briefing covers the basics before you depart, and the guide pairs you with a horse matched to your level. The entire ride stays at walking pace, which keeps things manageable and safe for beginners while still letting you feel the rhythm of the horse and the landscape.

What do you see along the trails near Pisa?

The route passes through woodlands and rural landscapes with views of the Lower Arno Valley and Monte Serra. A picturesque lake sits along the way, and the terrain opens up enough that you get a real sense of the Tuscan countryside rather than just a narrow trail through trees.

How long does the whole experience take?

The ride itself runs for one hour at walking pace. With the briefing beforehand and the aperitif at the end, plan for a couple of hours total from start to finish.

Can I choose a longer ride instead?

Yes, a two-hour option is available at checkout if you want more time in the saddle and on the trails.

What's included in the aperitif?

The aperitif features local Tuscan specialties and your choice of alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages. It's served after the ride as a way to wind down and reflect on what you've just experienced.