Horseback Riding & Wine Tasting in l'Empordà

Two and a half hours on horseback through vineyards, then five wines to taste

Horseback riding and wine tasting in l'Empordà combines a guided ride through vineyards, olive groves and Mediterranean forests with an exclusive tasting of five organic and biodynamic wines at Clos de Basella winery. You help prepare your horse at the stables before setting out, and depending on the route may reach the Siurana pond. The experience includes a winery tour explaining the estate's biodynamic philosophy before the tasting concludes the afternoon. Minimum age is 18. Guides speak English, Spanish and French.

The experience

The ride starts at Cal Robusto stables, where you help ready your horse before heading out across the region's landscapes. The pace stays calm and steady as you move through vineyards, olive groves, and pine forests: the kind of terrain that opens up views without demanding speed. Depending on which route the guide chooses, you may reach the Siurana pond, a natural landmark that sits within the ride itself rather than as a separate stop. The whole excursion lasts around two and a half hours, long enough to feel the rhythm of the land but short enough to leave energy for what comes next.

After the ride, you head to Clos de Basella winery for a guided tour of the vineyards. The winery's approach centers on biodynamic and organic practices, and the guide walks you through how that philosophy shapes every bottle. This is not a sales pitch but a real explanation of the estate's methods and the story behind a young winery built on those principles.

The tasting itself features five wines from Clos de Basella, three of them designated Premium. You taste them in the context of the land you just rode through: the same soil, the same climate, the same care that went into growing the grapes. The experience ends there, with the wines and the afternoon behind you.

What’s included

• Help preparing your horse at the stables.
• a guided horseback ride through vineyards, olive groves and Mediterranean forests.
• a tour of Clos de Basella winery explaining its biodynamic and organic methods.
• a tasting of five organic and biodynamic wines, three of them Premium selections.

Options for this experience

3 options

Adventure combining a horseback ride with a wine tastingGuide in English, Spanish or French · 10:00 and 12:00

Gourmet wine paired with a horseback rideGuide in English, Spanish or French · 10:00 and 12:00Brunch

Exclusive Horseback RideGuide in English, Spanish or French · 10:00 and 12:00Brunch on a tour with the winemaker

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDepartures at 10:00 and 12:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 6 · max 4 per booking

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and French

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

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for back problems

Operated by Clos de Basella

Is this one for you?The two-and-a-half-hour timeframe fits an afternoon without consuming your whole day, and the combination of riding and tasting means you experience the region's character through both movement and taste rather than from a vehicle window. Choose this if you want to be active in the landscape rather than observing it.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

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 do I actually do during the horseback riding part?

You help prepare your horse at the stables, then ride at a calm pace through vineyards, olive groves, and pine forests for roughly two and a half hours. The route may include the Siurana pond depending on conditions and the guide's choice that day.

Is this suitable if I've never ridden a horse before?

The experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the pace is described as calm and gentle. The guide will work with your experience level, though you should be comfortable in the saddle for the duration of the ride.

What happens at the winery after the ride?

You receive a guided tour of Clos de Basella's vineyards, learning about the estate's biodynamic and organic practices. The experience concludes with a tasting of five wines from the winery, three of them Premium selections.

Are there different options for this activity?

Three options are available: Horseback Ride and Wine Tasting Adventure, Horseback Ride & Gourmet Wine, and Exclusive Horseback Ride. You choose which one suits your interests at checkout.