Santorini Horse Riding Tour
Ride through Santorini’s volcanic trails, vineyards and black sand beaches with horse riding options from 1 hour to private beach experiences.
Highlights
- Horse riding tour in Santorini
- Volcanic landscapes and black sand beaches
- Options from 1 hour to 2.5 hours
- Elegant, Deluxe and Private tour options
- Beach riding and photo stops
- Vlychada gorge and Eros Beach routes
- Private beach galloping option
- Wedding riding and photography on request
- Full refund up to 24 hours before the tour
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What's included
- Horse riding tour
- Basic riding and safety instructions
- Experienced instructors
- Selected route depending on the chosen tour
- Photo stops during the ride
- Dinner included in the Deluxe Tour with Dinner option
- Food and drinks, unless included in the selected option
- Professional photoshoot, unless booked as wedding riding / photography
Activity Overview
Santorini Horse Riding Tour
A Santorini horse riding tour is one of the most memorable ways to experience the island’s volcanic landscape, black sand beaches and peaceful countryside. Away from the busy streets and crowded viewpoints, this experience offers a different side of Santorini, combining nature, local scenery and the unique feeling of riding by the sea.
The tours start from the farm, where basic riding and safety instructions are given before the ride. Depending on the option you choose, the route may include volcanic formations, black sand beaches, vineyards, the gorge of Vlychada, Eros Beach and beautiful coastal scenery.
This experience is suitable for guests who want something more authentic than a typical sightseeing stop. Whether you are looking for a relaxed short ride, a longer countryside route, a private horse riding experience or a romantic beach ride, there are different options available depending on your preferred duration and style.
Εlegant Horse Riding Tour – 1 Hour
The Elegant Tour is a short group horse riding tour available during the morning or sunset time. It starts from the farm, after basic riding and safety instructions are given by the guides.
With the accompaniment of experienced instructors, riders follow a route amongst volcanic formations towards the black beach of Almyra. There is a stop to take photos underneath the cliffs formed by ash and sand before returning to the farm.
This tour follows a slow pace and is ideal for first-time riders, beginners or families with kids who do not want to miss the opportunity of a beach ride and a captured photo memory in Santorini.
Deluxe Horse Riding Tour – 2 Hours
The Deluxe Tour is the longer group horse riding option. It starts from the farm with basic riding instructions from the guides and offers the opportunity to explore the unique countryside of Santorini.
The route takes riders amongst the famous vineyards, within the gorge of Vlychada and finally to the black sand Eros Beach. A short break follows, giving guests time to admire the volcanic cliffs and take photos with the unique landscape as a background.
After the break, the ride continues through a different trail above Vlychada gorge before returning to the farm. This tour follows a walking pace and is ideal for adventurous novices, nature enthusiasts or physically trained individuals who want to experience the wilder side of Santorini.
Deluxe Horse Riding Tour with Dinner
The Deluxe Tour with Dinner follows the same 2-hour riding experience and includes dinner. It is a good option for guests who want to combine a longer horse riding tour with a more complete experience during their visit to Santorini.
The ride includes countryside scenery, vineyards, volcanic formations, Vlychada gorge and the black sand landscape of Eros Beach, depending on the route and conditions of the day.
Private Guided Horse Riding Tour – 2 Hours
The Private Guided Tour is designed for two riders who want a more personal and romantic horseback riding experience in Santorini. The riders can choose how to spend their time, with either more time on the beach for a swim or stroll, or breaks for taking photos at different spots along the route.
This private experience is also suitable for experienced trail riders who want to enjoy a more flexible horse riding tour away from the standard group format.
Private Beach Galloping Tour
The Private Beach Galloping Tour starts from the farm, passing from the famous vineyards and continuing through a volcanic gorge of sand and ash. The route reaches the famous black sand beach of Vlychada, where riders can gallop along the coast, next to the waves and below the cliffs.
A break is taken on the beach before returning to the farm, above the Vlychada gorge. This is the most dynamic horse riding option and is designed for guests looking for a stronger beach riding experience in Santorini.
Wedding Riding and Photography
Wedding Riding and Photography is available on request. It is designed for couples who want to create a truly memorable wedding album in Santorini, combining horses, the island’s volcanic scenery and the romantic atmosphere of the island.
This option is arranged flexibly and is ideal for wedding photoshoots, romantic portraits and special photography sessions.
Why Choose This Santorini Horse Riding Tour
This Santorini horse riding tour is ideal for guests who want to experience the island beyond the usual sightseeing spots. The routes combine volcanic scenery, black sand beaches, vineyards and coastal landscapes, offering a peaceful and memorable way to explore a different side of Santorini.
Santorini Horse Riding Tour Prices
All prices are per person.
* Elegant Tour: 1 hour – €70
* Deluxe Tour: 2 hours – €100
* Deluxe Tour with Dinner: 2 hours – €145
* Private Guided Tour: 2 hours – €150
* Private Beach Galloping Tour: 2.5 hours – €200
* Wedding Riding / Photography: per hour – €300
Tour times vary depending on the selected option. Some tours are available at fixed times, while private and wedding options are arranged flexibly.
Full refund is available for cancellations made up to 24 hours before the arranged time.
Book your Santorini horse riding tour and discover the island’s volcanic trails, black sand beaches and countryside in a memorable and unique way.
You can also combine your horse riding experience with a private Santorini photoshoot for more unforgettable island memories.private Santorini photoshoot
For general travel information about Santorini, you can visit the official Visit Greece Santorini page.
Book your Santorini horse riding tour and discover the island’s volcanic trails, black sand beaches and countryside in a memorable and unique way.
Not Suitable For
- Guests uncomfortable around horses
- Guests unable to follow basic riding instructions
FAQs
The tour includes basic riding and safety instructions, experienced instructors and the selected horse riding route depending on the option booked.
The tours start from the farm, where basic riding and safety instructions are given before the ride.
Yes. The Elegant Tour follows a slow pace and is described as ideal for first-time riders, beginners and families with kids.
The Elegant Tour lasts 1 hour and follows a route towards the black beach of Almyra. The Deluxe Tour lasts 2 hours and includes vineyards, Vlychada gorge and Eros Beach.
Yes. The Private Guided Tour is a 2-hour romantic horseback ride for two, with more flexibility for beach time, strolling or photo stops.
Dinner is included only in the Deluxe Tour with Dinner option.
Hotel transfer is not included in the basic price. It can be arranged upon request with an additional cost.