Horseback Riding Simbruini Park with Meals & Wine

Five hours in the saddle through mountain trails where wolves and eagles live

Horseback riding in Simbruini National Park near Rome starts at Ranch Valle Verde in Tagliacozzo, where you groom and feed the horses before a five-hour naturalistic trail ride through Abruzzo mountains. The package includes a packed lunch on the trail, wine tasting in Tagliacozzo's main square, professional instruction, helmet, and round-trip transport from your hotel or a meeting point; guides speak English, Spanish or Italian, and the minimum age is 16.

Step-by-step itinerary

Horseback ride and wine tasting

• Arrive at Ranch Valle Verde
• Groom and feed horses
• Ride horses through Simbruini National Park
• Stop for packed lunch
• Continue horseback riding
• Enjoy wine tasting at Obelish square

The Experience

The day begins at Ranch Valle Verde, where you meet the horses and handle the basics — grooming and feeding them — before mounting up. A professional guide leads the ride through Simbruini National Park on well-trained horses suitable for both beginners and experienced riders. The five-hour trail moves through mountain terrain where you might spot deer, eagles, and other wildlife; the pace mixes exciting stretches with relaxed sections that let you take in the fresh air and the landscape.

Midway through the ride, you stop for a packed lunch. After eating, the group continues back toward the ranch. Once the riding is done, you head into Tagliacozzo's main square for a wine tasting — a chance to sit and recover while sampling local wine. Transport by private vehicle picks you up from your hotel (if that option is selected at checkout) or from the agreed meeting point and returns you the same way.

What’s included

• Professional guide in English, Spanish or Italian.
• horse and helmet.
• grooming and feeding the horses before the ride.
• five-hour naturalistic trail through Simbruini National Park.
• packed lunch on the trail.
• wine tasting in Tagliacozzo's main square.
• round-trip private vehicle transport from your hotel or meeting point.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Cavalieri di Gaia

Is this one for you?The five-hour ride asks for a moderate level of fitness and comfort in the saddle — this suits riders who want a full day in the mountains rather than a short introductory hack, and who are ready for the physical work of staying mounted through varied terrain.

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Top questions

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

The trail is designed for both beginners and advanced riders, with well-trained horses and expert instructors who adjust the pace. You'll groom and feed your horse at the ranch before the ride, which helps you get comfortable with the animal before you mount.

How long is the actual time in the saddle?

The ride lasts five hours total, mixing active trail time with a lunch break partway through. The pace includes both exciting stretches and relaxed sections where the horses walk at a steady tempo.

What animals might I see on the trail?

Simbruini National Park is home to deer, eagles, and other wildlife. Wolves also live in the park, though sightings are less common. You'll also encounter the ranch's own horses and cows during the day.

Is lunch included, and what about the wine tasting?

Yes — you get a packed lunch on the trail, and after the ride ends, the group stops in Tagliacozzo's main square for a wine tasting. Both are included in the price.

Do I need to arrange my own transport to the ranch?

No. A private vehicle picks you up from your hotel (if you select that option) or from the meeting point and brings you back afterward. The ranch is in Tagliacozzo, about an hour from Rome.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes suitable for riding. A helmet is provided. Bring water and sunscreen; the mountain air is fresh but the sun exposure is real during a five-hour ride.