Horseback Riding on Vesuvius
Description
Saddle up for an unforgettable journey on the slopes of Europe's most famous volcano. This isn't your typical horseback ride - you'll traverse ancient lava paths while your expert guide shares stories of Vesuvius's dramatic history and the civilizations it has shaped. Feel the power beneath you as your horse carries you through landscapes forged by centuries of volcanic activity. The panoramic views of the Bay of Sorrento, and surrounding countryside create perfect photo opportunities at every turn. Experience the thrill of riding where Roman soldiers once marched, on trails that wind through vineyards growing in the world's most fertile volcanic soil. Please note: The horseback ride is at a slow pace, it's meant to spend time with animals and admire the views, it's not suitable for those who would like to galop/ride fast
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Itinerary
The tour will place in the National Park of Vesuvius at the height of 500 meters above the sea level, following the local laws which doesn't allow horses to go up to the crater!
Highlights
What's included
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum participants per booking: 2 People
- Perfect for beginners! No riding experience needed.
- Ages 6+ | Max weight 105kg
- ️ Full refund for weather cancellations
- ️ IMPORTANT: This horseback experience explores Vesuvius's scenic volcanic slopes with breathtaking panoramic views. The ride does not reach the crater rim - we'll be riding at 400/500 mt high above the sea level!For crater access, we recommend combining your horseback experience with our Pompeii & Mount Vesuvius tours, or you can visit the crater separately via the designated hiking trail from the upper parking area. The horseback ride offers something equally special - a peaceful journey through volcanic terrain with breathtaking vistas that you simply can't get any other way!
Reviews(147)
Beautiful and loved the horses. Brenda was super mellow. I would highly recommend this tour!! Vineyard and mountains were so pretty.
I think it should be clearly that the ride is not going to take you anywhere near the Vesuvius mountain. I was kind of hoping to be able to see it up-close, but that wasn't the case. its just a basic horse riding experience. You could get it anywhere. wasn't anything great
We are very saddened by this review. Despite trying to call you and sending several messages, we did not receive a reply to have a direct conversation. When this happens, it makes us very sad because we would always like the chance to explain—specifically, to explain what was perhaps not read before booking. As the name "horseback ride on Vesuvius" suggests, the experience takes place inside the Vesuvius National Park at an altitude of 500 meters above sea level. The only horse trails in the park are at this height. Getting closer to the crater is illegal and extremely unsafe for both the horses and the riders, and this is clearly specified in two different parts of our experience description. From our vineyard, it is possible to admire a splendid view of the Gulf of Sorrento, Capri, and Mount Vesuvius itself, but it is highly likely that on a cloudy day at the end of February, the sky might simply be overcast. We are deeply sorry that you reduced all of this to a basic experience you feel you could get anywhere. Behind this work, there is the true dedication of a team working hard for the well-being of the horses and for your safety, while sharing the story of our territory, our wines, the wildlife, and our region. Reviewing our product with two stars destroys all our hard work, and the missed opportunity to speak with you directly is what hurts the most for all of us who are deeply committed to providing our customers with a top-quality experience.
We had an incredible time horse riding! The entire experience was so easy and enjoyable. We were picked up by our driver, Ruslan, who collected us from the collection point and drove us up the mountain to the stables where we met Alessandra who gave us helmets and safety information. We then started riding through vineyards for an hour going up, down and through vineyards whilst seeing the most amazing views of Vesuvius and Pompeii. Alessandra made the whole experience smooth sailing, talking us through what the vineyards made, as well as advising us what to do whenever the horses were trying to snack too much. Around halfway through she took photos of us on the horses with Vesuvius in the background which is just the most amazing keepsake from the memory! We ended the ride with some time at the end for the horses to graze whilst we sat on the horses enjoying the view, and Alessandra even gave us some fresh oranges from the trees. I would absolutely do this again and recommend the experience to anybody, very beginner friendly and shoutout to Brenda and Mary, the amazing horses who were just the best behaved girls ever!
This was a really experience especially fir beginners and kids. The views towards Mt Vesuvius and the bay around Napoli were spectacular. The staff were lovely and shared interesting facts about the area. It was a small, slow-paced personalised experience. I would definitely recommend especially for families.
What a fanstastic way to round off our stay. This was a great family experience and the warm and friendly staff were very attentive and saw right away that one of our party was nervous. They were exceptional at putting everyone at ease, efficient at getting everyone on a horse and out for a beautiful ride. This experience made the trip for our eldest and was something she always wanted to do. Well worth it.
I had a very bespoke request for my 9 year old daughter to horse ride, without us doing the whole excursion. I contacted several companies to try to arrange it, but only Sofia at Taste the Experience was able to help. The communication to organise the experience was excellent. Sofia replied quickly and clearly to our queries. The price for the horse ride was excellent value for money. There was a small mistake with the booking and Sofia was excellent at resolving this for us. She helped us to arrange train transport to Pompeii from Sorrento. After that, we had excellent transport to the stables. The driver was friendly, professional and very helpful. When we had problems finding the meeting point, he came to find us quickly. He also advised us on the best train station to use for the return to avoid the crowds at Pompeii and which platform to use etc. Sofia went above and beyond to make amends for the error and we were very grateful for this. The horse ride itself was an unforgettable experience for our daughter. She loved hacking though the vineyards, with great views of Vesuvius. The guide was very good with her and at the end of the ride, allowed her to trot and canter in the arena as she is an experienced rider. Our daughter loved every second of the experience and I highly recommend this for anyone wanting to ride here.
This tour was fun. Not really on Mount Vesuvius, but you can see Mount Vesuvius several miles away. Beautiful area. A little strange that our guides were not on horseback, but were walking alongside us as we rode. I would’ve liked to trot or canter a little. This ride is perfect for beginners.
Ciao Ellen, Thank you so much for your review! I truly appreciate your feedback. I wanted to kindly clarify a few points to ensure everything is clear. The horseback ride takes place on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius, as mentioned in the description and reflected in the photos. As you can see, we do not ride near the crater itself, as it is illegal to go closer due to safety regulations imposed by the National Park. I'm glad you mentioned that the area was beautiful, it's always wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the views from the vineyard! Regarding the guides, because the groups are sometimes larger, they prefer to walk alongside the horses to ensure they can monitor everyone’s well-being. If the weather isn’t ideal (windy or light rain), they also walk to provide extra safety. We don’t allow trotting or cantering during the ride because our guests have varying levels of experience with horses. If you’re an experienced rider, you’ll know that when one horse starts cantering, others often follow, which might make those who are less comfortable feel uneasy, especially if it’s their first or second time riding. We do offer a chance to trot or canter briefly at the end of the ride, in our arena, where we also offer lessons to students, if you had asked during the ride, we would have been happy to accommodate you! since that's a horseback ride, not a riding lesson, and our priority is always the safety and comfort of all participants, especially those who are new to riding and are looking for a peaceful experience during their vacation :) Thank you again for your honest review, and I hope this provides some helpful context. We truly appreciate you choosing us, and we wish you all the best! see you! Sofia
Lorenzo, Sophia, and Alexandra were awesome and the horses were wonderful. The cats were also adorable.
well organised horse riding trip with lovely staff. horses clearly very well looked after. gorgeous views. highly recommended for experienced and novice riders alike
We had a wonderful time from start to finish. The horses were lovely and the instructor was very professional and friendly.
