Horseback Riding on Vesuvius: An Exciting Nature Excursion Surrounded by Grapevines
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131 Ratings
Pompei
Experience the thrill of horseback riding on Mount Vesuvius surrounded by grapevines. Suitable for beginners and experts, this nature excursion includes a tour of the ranch and a training session before the ride.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Pompeii Archaeological Park - 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!
What's Included
  • Bottled water provided
  • Round-trip transportation from Pompeii
  • Helmets included
  • 1-hour horseback ride at an altitude of 500 meters above sea level
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in nature’s serenity, marvel at its beauty and soak in the peaceful hum of the outdoors. Leave the commotion of everyday life behind, and experience the thrill of horse riding amidst lush grapevines on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius.

Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned rider - we welcome everyone! We offer a brief training session before you embark on this thrilling journey, ensuring your comfort and confidence.

The excursion begins with a tour of our Ranch, where you will interact with our various animals. In the stables, you’ll have the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the horses, learning about their unique behaviors.

After a little bit of training, you’ll mount your horse and the real adventure begins!

Expect the ride to last for about an hour, and prepare to scale heights of 500 meters above sea level.

Location
Bar - Cornetteria - Tabaccheria Magma H24
Via Plinio
It's far 4 minutes by walking from the Pompei Scavi station!
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Christine_v
Apr 17, 2024
Amazing horse, great people - Always a pleasure. See you again soon! Thank you for getting me back in the saddle, it means more to me than I could ever explain.
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Tracey_b
Apr 8, 2024
Best experience of our holiday - Myself, husband and 8 year old daughter are beginners at horse riding. Giovanni and team were fantastic with us, especially with my daughter. Talking us through how to mount and ride. The horses were beautiful, well looked after. Giovanni knew his horses so well. They were lovely and had funny personalities. Horses Claire, Mary and Hector. 😍 We rode for an hour around the vineyard and the scenery was beautiful. The experience was fantastic.
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Derrick_w
Apr 3, 2024
Great for Beginners! - Great for first time riders and kids! The guides are great and very knowledgeable about the region! You get to go through private vineyards in the Vesuvius park.
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Kjb1971
Apr 1, 2024
Highly recommended experience in a beautiful setting, with friendly guide. Highlight of our trip. - Can’t recommend this experience highly enough. Giuseppe was so friendly & kind to us (a novice horse rider & a more experienced rider). He offered lots of tips to my teenage daughter who has been riding for a couple of years, which she appreciated. A truly lovely way to spend an afternoon after a busy morning at Pompeii & a highlight of our trip. Thank you so much 😊
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Natasha_f
Mar 19, 2024
This was an amazing... - This was an amazing experience. My husband and I had never rode before, instructions were easy to follow and the horses were so calm. We spent around an hour going through vineyards with amazing views especially of mt. Vesuvius. Our guide gave us some interesting facts and was always checking we were ok. This was the perfect experience for us and would definitely recommend.
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Maggie_s
Mar 13, 2024
Nice people, nice horses, nice views - Very sweet horses and nicer people! Beautiful views and scenery! I have to write more but I don’t know what else to say
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Marco
Mar 1, 2024
Recommended half-day trip - All in all, a great experience and a great trip. Giuseppe and Alessandra, our hosts, were super accommodating and friendly and we were even picked up from the city and brought back later. The ride through the vineyards was very beautiful and we were able to learn a lot about local cultivation. The horses seemed content and well cared for.
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Triptraipsing
Feb 5, 2024
Breathtaking Views of Vesuvius on Horseback! - Our guided horseback tour of Mount Vesuvius was an unforgettable experience. From the outset, the stunning views of the surrounding vineyards captivated us, with every view surpassing the last in beauty. Dino met us at a café near the Pompeii Scavi-Villa dei Misteri train station. The café had limited restroom facilities, but we had the opportunity to freshen up at the stables before going on the trail. Dino was exceptionally welcoming and shared his extensive knowledge of the local history as he escorted us to and from the stables. When we arrived at the stables, we were warmly greeted by our tour guide, Alexandra. Once equipped with helmets and given a brief introduction in the arena, we were ready to begin. Alexandra provided fascinating insights about the area and its history and was very friendly, making us feel completely at ease. The horses appeared well taken care of and happy. The journey through the vineyards against the backdrop of Mount Vesuvius was nothing short of breathtaking. The well-trained and gentle horses were perfect for riders of all levels, and they had both English and Western saddles available. The trail included gentle slopes, navigated effortlessly by our sure-footed horses, “Hector” and “Mary.” We really enjoyed our tour – it was a really fun time for two ardent horse-lovers!
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Grainne_m
Oct 9, 2023
10/10 - The most amazing experience. Giuseppe was so funny and friendly. Loved every part of it. 10/10 time, would highly recommend to anyone!
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Russp344
Apr 13, 2023
Great ride through vineyard! - Fantastic experience. Highly recommended. Giuseppe was a great host and spent extra time after our ride giving our kid some pointers to help them improve their riding technique. Thanks again buddy!!
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