Horseback Riding in Mexico
RELAXED CAVALCADE RIDE |
This itinerary has been adapted from the La Sierra Cavalcade ride to allow time for optional trailriding in the afternoon as well as non-riding activities such as walking around town, shopping at local markets, visiting the spa for a massage. Or try one of the many recreational opportunities: mountain biking, swimming, sailing, kayaking, golfing or hangliding. After an active day, retire to the outfitters gracious hacienda for the evening to relax and to enjoy the delicious Mexican cuisine.
Watch our Mexico horseback riding video to see this wonderful place.
This Equitour was of the highest quality, similar to Botswana - well organized, great quality horses, all well cared for. The staff was exceptional. The "finca" was gorgeous. Lucia's homecooked meals were outstanding. Mexican food can never be so good again...We had time to explore the city and the kids loved the parasailing, too. A fabulous vacation - Mary Read, March 2011
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| Itinerary |
| Day 1: | Plan to arrive in Mexico City the day before the start of the ride.
Meet in the lobby of the Hotel Marriott Reforma at 10.30 AM on Sunday for the 2 ˝ hours drive to Valle de Bravo, passing near El Nevado, a snowcapped volcano that stands high above the rolling hills. Meet the hosts, Pepe and Lucia at Finca Enyhe, their beautiful home with lovely gardens, riding ring and scenic view of Valle de Bravo. After arrival at the finca register and settle into your room. Dinners will be served each evening at 7:30PM. |
| Day 2: | Finca Enyhe – El Castellano
Breakfast each day will be at 8:30AM. After careful selection of mounts and tack familiarize yourself with your horse in the outdoor ring. Begin the 3 hour ride to El Castellano riding out of town on a very quiet cobble street and on trails through forests and agricultural valleys. Return to Finca Enyhe for lunch served outside on the terrace at 1:30 PM. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the finca. You can also try your hand at a “Salsa” dancing lesson offered in the town of Valle de Bravo. If you prefer enjoy a 2 hour late afternoon ride. |
| Day 3: | Finca Enyhe – Rancho Santa Rosa
Be ready to ride at 9:30AM to begin the 3 hour ride to “Rancho Santa Rosa”, one of the most beautiful and largest ranch properties in the area. Ride by the numerous horse paddocks with mares and foals or catch a glimpse of the training of jumping horses. Back at the finca enjoy another wonderful lunch served outside. From November to March a visit to the Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary is scheduled as an afternoon activity. You will be taken by car to the place where the autherized guides will take you on their local horses to see the amazing views of millions of butterflies in the fir trees.
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| Day 4: | Explore the surrounding forests, farmlands, meadows and valleys of Valle de Bravo on another 3 hour ride. Lunch is served back at the finca at 1:30 PM. In the afternoon enjoy a refreshing swim in the pool or have a massage (extra charge) in the privacy of your room. You can also participate in any of the other activities offered in town or even go for a two hour late afternoon ride if you prefer. |
| Day 5: | Mount up at 9:30 AM for another ride around the scenic area of Valle de Bravo. Lunch back on the finca’s beautiful terrace. In the late afternoon enjoy a boat trip around the lake. You will be able to see “La Pena”, a historic note where the Aztecs came to make human sacrifices. Return to Finca Enyhe in time for dinner. |
| Day 6: | Today’s ride includes spectacular views of the main lake and town. Return to the finca for a sumptuous lunch. If you are adventurous try a tandem flight in a hanglider! |
| Day 7: | After breakfast the horses will be waiting to take you on your last ride through the surrounding area. Lunch back on the terraces of the finca. Afterwards enjoy a leisurely afternoon or visit the shops in Valle De Bravo which has now become a lively town since it’s the weekend. Farewell dinner will be served in one of the nicest restaurants in town (at your own expense).
Note: On Wednesday through Friday the routes will be selected according to the riding level of the riders and the time of year.
Additional 2 hour afternoon rides can be arranged directly with Lucia and Pepe once in Mexico and are included in the cost. These rides take place in Monte Alto, a state park and ecological reserve that is right behind Finca Enyhe. |
| Day 8: | Have an earlier breakfast this morning, served at 7:00AM, then transfer back to Mexico City to arrive at the Hotel Marriott Reforma at 10:00AM. |
| THIS ITINERARY IS FLEXIBLE. CHANGES MAY OCCUR DUE TO WEATHER OR OTHER UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES. |
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| Pricing and Dates |
| Meeting Point | Mexico City |
| Length of Ride | 8 days, 7 nights and 6 days riding. |
| Riding Ability | Intermediate Novice |
| Group Size | Minimum-2 Maximum-12 |
| Riding Per Day | 3-5 hours |
| Pace | Slow to moderate |
| Tack | Western, English, or Mexican Charro |
| Horses | Thoroughbred, Quarterhorse, Trakhener, Criollo cross |
| Weight Limit | 200 lbs |
| 2012 Dates | Jan 1-8, Jan 8-15, Jan 15-22, Jan 22-29, Jan 29 - Feb 5, Feb 5-12, Feb 12-19, Feb 19-26, Feb 26 - March 4, March 4-11, March 11-18, March 18-25, March 25 - April 1*, April 1-8*, April 8-15*, April 15-22*, April 22-29*, April 29-May 6*, May 6-13*, May 13-20*, May 20-27*, May 27-June 3*, June 3-10*, June 10-17*, June 17-24*, Oct 14-21, Oct 21-28, Oct 28-Nov 4, Nov 4-11, Nov 11-18, Nov 18-25, Nov 25-Oct 2, Dec 2-9, Dec 9-16, Dec 16-23, Dec 23-30, Dec 30-Jan 6, 2013 |
| 2012 Price | $2,115
*$1,915 (low season)
Non-rider price: $1,515
Ride price is set, guaranteed and final at the time deposit is paid.
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| Single Supplement | $420 |
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