Turkey · HORSES
11 reviewed
Here are the 11 best horse riding trips in Turkey, with what each one costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is there for a reason, but read past it before you commit to a date.
Horseback through Cappadocia’s valleys with hotel pickup and safety briefing, plus optional sunrise or sunset timing and a zipline moment.
“The pick-up was fun and the guy was funny! the Horse Ride itself was unreal the scenery was just amazing! worth every second!”
Guided Cappadocia horseback ride with hotel transfers, sunrise, sunset or daytime options, plus valleys and views of Göreme and Uchisar.
“Activity was amazing ! Absolutely worth money. The views and horses also our guide Hadi was also incredible! Totally recommended”
Horseback through Love Valley and fairy-chimney valleys with hotel transfers from Göreme or Uçhisar, sunrise or sunset options.
“Very good experience super kind guide and photographer Mohamed :))”
Ride calm horses through Cappadocia valleys at sunset or daytime, with pro photo guidance, fairy chimney views, and hotel transfers.
“It was one of my best memories of Cappadocia. The horses were quiet, so I was able to enjoy the tour in peace.”
Beginner-friendly horseback riding in Cappadocia, with hotel pickup, calm horses, and fairy chimney valley views in 1 to 2 hours.
“I loved this horse ride through the beautiful landscapes just outside Göreme. My guide was amazing and he took some great pictures and videos! Highly recommended”
Sunset horse ride in Cappadocia with hotel pickup, English guides, and a short 2-hour journey through valleys and Fairy Chimneys.
“This was my first time horseback riding but we had a great instructor and tour guide. I learned quickly and riding past the fairy chimneys was incredible! Truly breathtaking views. I’m so glad I decided to book horseback riding instead of a standard hike. I highly recommend!”
Ride horses from pine forest to Side beach, with hotel pickup from Side or Manavgat. Beginner-friendly, about 1.5 hours.
“loved the tour was well run and horses was very friendly, would recommend”
Sunset horseback riding in Cappadocia: calm horses, quiet valley trails, English guides, and a monastery stop, with pickup and tea.
“They picked us up was too early. Never communicated in WhatsApp. They over booked ppl w horses. So we got our solo tour we made the best of it. Horses was cool the views amazing but communication could have been better.”
Antalya Lara horse ride: one hour forest, 20 to 25 minutes by the sea. Helmet, pickup options, calm horses, photos optional.
“Nice scenery and nice horse. They should have an option for more experienced riders so that they can ride very fast. The guide was very nice although we translated through an app. There are probably more guides available but we didn’t need it. Still very good experience”
Ride calm horses through Cappadocia’s Rose and Red Valleys in a small group, with pickup and a Cross Church stop, flexible timing.
“Great value for a fun, easy horseback ride through Rose Valley. Beautiful views and a nice stop halfway for a beer/juice and valley views.”
2-hour guided horseback ride through Goreme at sunset, with hotel pickup, helmets, and Fairy Chimney views from Gulludere Vadisi.
“This was my last excursion during my trip to Turkey. It was a great way to end it. The hosts were friendly. They made sure we were safe and comfortable at all times. The animals looked well taken care of and the guys that accompanied us on the ride were also great. At the end, we joined the owners for a time of singing and dancing.”
