Horseback riding in Naples: Mount Vesuvius from the saddle

Three hours in the saddle across Vesuvius's slopes, ending with wine at the family vineyard

Mount Vesuvius horseback riding tour from Naples includes hotel pickup, a guided ride through the National Park of Vesuvius lasting 1.5 to 2 hours depending on weather and group experience, and homemade wine with snacks at the ranch afterward. The tour departs from Hotel Ramada in the city center with a 30-minute pickup window. A live guide speaks English, Italian or Turkish. Minimum two riders required to run the tour. Maximum weight is 110 kg per rider.

Step-by-step itinerary

Horseback riding tour at Vesuvius

• Transfer from city center to stables
• Briefing and preparation for tour
• 1.5 to 2 hours horseback riding
• Relax with homemade wine at ranch
• Transfer back to city center

The experience

You start in Naples city center, picked up 30 minutes before departure and driven to the stables in an air-conditioned vehicle. After a short briefing on the horses and the route, you mount up and ride into the National Park of Vesuvius: the same slopes that rise behind the bay, the view most of the city sees from a distance. From horseback, the angle changes. You move through terrain a bus cannot reach, and the bay spreads differently as you climb.

The ride itself runs 1.5 to 2 hours depending on weather, group size and how comfortable the riders are. The route is set by the guide, who adjusts the pace to the group. When you finish, you walk back to the ranch and sit down with homemade wine from the family vineyard and some snacks: the kind of thing that tastes different when you've just spent two hours moving through a national park on foot and hoof.

The whole outing takes about three hours from pickup to drop-off. Wear long pants and covered shoes. The terrain is uneven and the sun exposure is real. Bring water if you have it. The stables handle the horses and the route. You handle the riding.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return transfer from Naples city center in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• a live guide in English, Italian or Turkish.
• 1.5 to 2 hours of horseback riding through the National Park of Vesuvius.
• homemade wine from the family vineyard and snacks at the ranch after the ride.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:30 and 15:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (4 to 75 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 4

Live guideEnglish, Italian and Turkish

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

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomeNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Horse Riding Tour

Is this one for you?Book this ride if you're staying in Naples without a car or renting one: the pickup from the city center and the return transfer mean you don't need to navigate to the stables or arrange separate transport, and you get access to the national park slopes that a bus route cannot reach.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Italian and Turkish.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

How experienced do I need to be to ride in the National Park of Vesuvius?

The Mount Vesuvius horseback riding tour adjusts to all experience levels: the guide sets the pace based on the group's comfort and skill. Beginners are welcome. The briefing before the ride covers the basics and the horse selection takes your experience into account.

What's the actual riding time, and what happens the rest of the three hours?

The horseback riding portion lasts 1.5 to 2 hours depending on weather and group experience. The remaining time covers the 30-minute pickup from your hotel, the briefing at the stables, and the wind-down with wine and snacks at the ranch before the return transfer to the city center.

Do I need to arrange my own way to the stables?

No, the tour includes pickup from Hotel Ramada in Naples city center 30 minutes before the ride starts, and a return transfer to the city center after you finish. The vehicle is air-conditioned.

What's included in the wine and snacks after the ride?

The Mount Vesuvius tour includes homemade wine from the family vineyard and some snacks served at the ranch after you finish riding: a chance to rest and take in the views before heading back to the city.

Is there a weight limit for riders?

Yes, the maximum weight is 110 kg (about 242 lbs) per rider. The tour requires a minimum of two people to run.

What should I wear for horseback riding in the national park?

Wear comfortable, covered shoes and long pants. The terrain is uneven and the sun exposure is real. The guide will brief you on any other details when you arrive at the stables.