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Horseback Adventure: Countryside Near Thessaloniki
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11 Ratings
Thessaloniki
Embark on a rustic farm tour and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while horseback riding. Perfect for beginners and advanced riders, this experience offers a serene and positive energy amidst a plethora of horses and farm animals.
Embark on a rustic farm tour and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while horseback riding. Perfect for beginners and advanced riders, this experience offers a serene and positive energy amidst a plethora of horses and farm animals.
Duration:
3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- W3G9+PMW Lefkochori - Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and explore the stunning Northern Greek countryside with this intimate horseback riding and farm adventure, located just 45 minutes from Thessaloniki. Nestled in a serene natural setting with lush hills, expansive fields, and refreshing air, the farm provides a genuine rural ambiance…
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W3G9+PMW Lefkochori - Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and explore the stunning Northern Greek countryside with this intimate horseback riding and farm adventure, located just 45 minutes from Thessaloniki. Nestled in a serene natural setting with lush hills, expansive fields, and refreshing air, the farm provides a genuine rural ambiance perfect for unwinding and connecting with nature.
The adventure begins at the designated meeting point, followed by a warm welcome at the farm. Participants will have the opportunity to explore the area, meet friendly horses and farm animals, and experience the charm of a functioning countryside farm. Prior to the ride, the guide will introduce each participant to their horse and offer clear instructions, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for both beginners and seasoned riders.
Embark on a guided horseback ride along picturesque natural trails at a leisurely pace, with opportunities for photos at stunning viewpoints. After the ride, enjoy free time at the farm to interact with animals, relax, and capture unforgettable moments.
An on-site café is available where visitors can purchase coffee, soft drinks, juices, snacks, and burgers (not included). This experience is perfect for families, couples, friends, solo travelers, and special occasions such as birthdays or anniversaries.
What's Included
- Horse riding
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance free
- Horse riding
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Entrance free
Additional Information
Escape the hustle and bustle and immerse yourself in an authentic rural experience just 45 minutes from Thessaloniki. Delight in a small-group horseback riding adventure through serene natural landscapes, suitable for both beginners and seasoned riders. Interact with friendly horses and farm animals, gain insights into life on a local farm, and unwind…
Escape the hustle and bustle and immerse yourself in an authentic rural experience just 45 minutes from Thessaloniki. Delight in a small-group horseback riding adventure through serene natural landscapes, suitable for both beginners and seasoned riders. Interact with friendly horses and farm animals, gain insights into life on a local farm, and unwind in a tranquil, family-friendly setting. Perfect for families, couples, friends, solo travelers, and nature enthusiasts looking for a unique and unforgettable experience away from the city. With hotel pickup, expert guidance, and ample opportunities for photos, this is one of the most fulfilling outdoor activities near Thessaloniki.
Location
Porto Palace Hotel Thessaloniki
26is Oktovriou
You can take number 31 bus and get off to the Sfageia bus stop. Otherwise is about 30 minutes walking from Aristotelous square.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(11 Ratings)
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Hikanatoi
Jun 23, 2025
Unforgettable horseback riding experience - My girlfriend and I had the most incredible private horseback riding experience just outside Thessaloniki – and we owe it all to Dora, our amazing host and guide. The entire visit lasted about 2–3 hours and felt like a perfect mix of relaxation, fun, learning, and connection with animals.
From the moment we arrived at the hilltop ranch (above Thessaloniki with beautiful views and rolling green hills), Dora made us feel like more than just guests – it honestly felt like we were hanging out with a close friend who also happens to know everything about horses and farm life. She even brought fresh apples and carrots especially for our visit, which we got to feed to the horses before riding – and saved some to treat the other animals later!
The farm is huge, peaceful, and beautifully kept. You can tell the animals are well loved and well cared for – the horses are healthy and relaxed, always in the shade with fresh water, and clearly used to gentle handling. Beyond the horses, we also met goats, donkeys, dogs, cats, chickens, emus, a black pig, turkeys, a chameleon, and even a pet python – it’s like a little pet sanctuary on a hill.
As for the riding itself – it was about an hour of riding through nature. My girlfriend is an experienced rider, while I was doing this type of riding solo for the first time. Dora gave clear, friendly instructions and made sure we both felt confident and safe. She even shared fun facts along the trail, which added a nice personal touch.
Tips & Recs:
- Definitely bring comfy clothes and closed shoes.
- Don’t worry if you’re a beginner – they’ll take great care of you.
Go for the private option if you’re celebrating something special – it was a perfect birthday surprise for my girlfriend.
We left with huge smiles, muddy shoes, and full hearts. Whether you’re a couple, a family, a group of friends, or traveling solo – I can’t recommend this enough. It's the kind of experience you'd tell your friends not to miss.
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Anonymous
Sep 2, 2024
Lovely Afternoon with great Guide - What a wonderful experience. Spending an afternoon exploring the the Greek countryside on horseback was beautif. Our guide Dora was fantastic and made the afternoon a lot of fun. Our group had just three people, and none of us had much riding experience, but the horses are very well trained and easy to handle even for beginners. I would highly recommend this activity to anyone who loves animals.
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Rachelbh2250ox
Jan 5, 2024
Great experience ! - Such an amazing experience with Dora! Went with me 7y old son and was highlight of our trip. Animals were well cared for and the setting was beautiful.
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Bajrah2023
Oct 17, 2023
Absolute recommendation - It was a wonderful private trip with Dora and her daughter. The stay was very pleasant.
Also suitable for beginners. Absolutely recommend it.
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H5528ezmichellel
Aug 31, 2023
Horse back riding and so much more! - We were excited to do a trail ride on our vacation in Greece and this experience exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide Dora picked us up in Thessaloniki and brought us to the farm where we were able to meet all the farm animals st our leisure and took our time to explore this amazing farm. When it came to the ride, the views were incredible and the horses were so good to us. The trail guide was friendly and pleasant. The farm owners were warm and welcoming. It was nice to spend time there with all the animals and we learned so much from the farm owner and their family. Would come back here again and highly recommend this experience.
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Fearless12111783145
Jul 26, 2023
Highly recommend - great experience! We arranged a horseback riding trip with Dora, she came to pick us up personally from Thessaloniki with warm Greek breads and drinks for the ride.
The people at the farm were nice and kind and the route was lovely with a stunning view.
Dora is a lovely woman, attentive and welcoming! Highly recommend!
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Kate_m
Jul 12, 2023
Excellent day out, very... - Excellent day out, very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Definitely recommend if you like animals and nature.
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Michaelveit2022
Jul 4, 2023
Wonderful day at the farm - We had a wonderful day with Dora.
She picked us up at the hotel with a big smile and immediately created a nice atmosphere.
On the way to the farm, we stopped at a coffeeplace.
The farm itself is created with lots of great imagination. It looks like a western city.
The horses are in a good shape and you can see that they are being taken care of.
The employees are very friendly and take care of you no matter what level of riding experience you have. We had advanced riders and beginners and everybody got, what he could do.
After the roughly 75 minutes ride, we spent another hour doing archery and cuttling the other horses. One of them was extremely cute and only 2 weeks old.
Definitely a worth trip to take!
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Awaken_p
Mar 9, 2023
great experience - Great day! We stopped for a local cappuccino freddo on the way. The horse riding trail was so beautiful with an epic view. We got to say hi to farm animals and other horses after the ride too. It was my favorite day in Thess! Thanks so much!!
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Fabianat770
Jan 25, 2023
Highly recommend - I booked my day with Dora to do horse riding and family cooking in her home. I had a wonderful day, horse riding with a view, an experience I will never forget. Then we went to Dora’s home where I was very welcomed, she has a wonderful family and the food we cooked was delicious. Couldn’t of asked for a better day to have spent. Thank you Dora ☺️
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