Rosie (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Short break western riding holiday was fantastic! | Ailsa and the team were just fabulous, very knowledgeable and helpful . I throughly enjoyed the lessons with Franco, I had very little experience with western riding and over the 3 days he taught me the basics for western riding. I thoroughly enjoyed it and was just what I needed !
[Becky from In The Saddle replies: Thank you very much for your feedback and it's wonderful to hear how much you enjoyed the riding at Castellare di Tonda.]

Inge who has been on 4 In The Saddle rides. Fabulous!! So much fun! | The riding was super fun. All horses had great attitudes to do their job, and of course I liked one better than the other. We have seen so many animals, and we really enjoyed the sundowners where the groups came together at the end of the day for a sunset drink. The guides are really good, supported by lovely volunteers that are happy to help with anything, and the food is delicious! Savanna Lodge and Camp Davidson were both magical trips.

[Abbie from ITS replies: So delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Horizon Lodge - I was really pleased to be able to arrange this last-minute trip for you 🙂 ].

Julie (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Well trained and cared for horses, a great guide, fabulous food and scenery! | Tuscany is green and beautiful in the spring! The rides out into the forests and vineyards were amazing with lots of significant ups and downs but many smooth spots as well. The picnic sites and food provided on the picnics were amazing. We had significant rain and were offered reining lessons in the covered arena in place of a couple rides. Great instruction on well trained horses.

Sharon (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Great Experience | The horses were magnificent. Well cared for and well trained. Ailsa and the team, headed by Franco took the time to assess us and make sure we were well matched with our horses and that we understood how to ride a reigning trained horse, for their continuity and for us to get the best out of them. Caring for the horses was an underlying theme that we appreciated and understood.
The terrain was typical bucolic Tuscany and the sights were amazing wherever we looked.
We had three full days of riding with fantastic picnics for lunch and then the rain moved in. We still rode, but then moved into the large indoor arena and elected to have lessons. Ailsa and Franco were very flexible and accommodating to ensure we enjoyed our time.
Ailsa looked after us outside the riding as well, smoothing out any issues and making great recommendations for restaurants and sites to visit.
[Becky from In The Saddle replies: Thank you very much for your feedback and I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your riding holiday in Tuscany.]

Elaine who has been on 4 In The Saddle rides. Enjoyable and not too strenuous riding holiday | I went with a friend and chose this ride as we wanted a slower paced riding holiday based in one place rather than the trail rides we had previously been on. Our hosts Sabine who managed the stable part of the business and Manolis who oversaw the catering , etc. could not do enough to make our holiday and others who were there very enjoyable. The accommodation was good. I think I ate my body weight in food ! All of which was delicious. My horse La Boriosa was well matched with what I had asked for. She was such a delight to ride. A couple of people on the ride wanted to change their horse and there was no issue at all. Our guide Judith was very attentive and could not do enough to help people prepare and saddle up the horses before the ride and untack after we returned. Nothing was rushed. You can join the holiday on any day of the week which meant some of our fellow riders were changing during our weeks stay.
The riding was on hard tracks but we knew this before we went. We still had trots and canters.

Wendy (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Incredible | This location surpassed expectations in every way. Superb, well schooled, well behaved horses ideal for the terrain and the experience of each rider. Knowledgeable, friendly hosts who care for their horses and genuinely want every guest to have a great time.

Julie who has been on 5 In The Saddle rides. It was wonderful - a very special place | The whole experience was wonderful. The horses are so well cared for and very well behaved. There was a fair amount of trot and canter, more than I had been expecting as we were riding so high up, so that was a plus. There was of course a lot of up and down, and a fair amount of leading, but that was never a problem as soon as my lungs adjusted to the altitude! The horses are all used to the ascents and descents which a lesser horse would refuse to do. I loved how relaxed the riding was, with no bossing or fuss about riding in a certain order and it was fine when appropriate to ride two abreast. The horses weren't bothered by much and are fit and happy. I am not a frequent rider and was impressed with the help and support I was always given by Dallas and her brother. It says a huge amount about this establishment that while we were there, two ladies who had spent time working with Dallas in the past, had returned and were instantly welcomed and became part of the place again. I had so much respect for every aspect of this wonderful set up. In spite of some challenging weather on the last day which actually turned into an adventure. The whole trip was enhanced by the great good fortune I had in riding with a group of the most wonderful ladies. They and Dallas, her brother, and the horses, made everything into such a fun and memorable experience.

Fi who has been on 3 In The Saddle rides. Excellent instructors helped improve my riding so much | Wonderful patient instructors who really tailored my lessons to me and what I wanted to improve.

Alison (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Amazing few days | The dressage training was an amazing experience, the horses were well trained and the trainers were very excellent.

[Abbie from ITS replies: Thanks so much for your feedback. It is great to hear that you enjoyed your dressage holiday at Quinta do Rol].

Nicola (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Fantastic | Immaculate arenas, stables and horses. Beautiful building, excellent trainers and grooms.

[ITS replies: Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your holiday].

Penny (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) The holiday of a life time. | The riding exceeded my expectations. It was challenging in parts but I did not ever feel uncomfortable or over challenged.

Julie (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) I had the most amazing time | Saleem and his team were great, and the horses were super. I had a particularly feisty little fellow who was young and had a more challenging nature, and I absolutely loved forming a bond with him over the 6 days as we got to know each other well! I was delighted to ride where it felt we had the desert all to ourselves, riding together as a group chatting and laughing, as well as enjoying some peaceful riding with the group, but not constrained to a line or formation, to take in the stunning landscape. We had plenty of canters and it was a very happy balance between fast and exhilarating, and gentle to enjoy the surrounds - and say hello to the Camels we came across along the way!

It’s not for the inexperienced or feint hearted - and that’s why I loved it! A truly authentic exploration of the country’s stunning history and sights, with an incredible experience of the desert on lovely, very well looked after and loved horses. And the dead sea was much appreciated after our days in the saddle to ease the muscles and wash the sand off!

Lesley who has been on 6 In The Saddle rides. Amazing | The riding was exceptional the horses were well schooled and responsive. Rachel matched horses to riders brilliantly.

[Abbie from ITS replies: So pleased that you enjoyed another great week at Los Alamos! Thanks so much for your feedback].

Pauline who has been on 3 In The Saddle rides. Amazing | Fantastic riding, perfect horses and Rachael and the Team go above and beyond to make sure everyone is happy.

[Abbie from ITS replies: How lovely that you enjoyed your return visit to Los Alamos. We're so pleased that you had another great trip!].

Lene (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Namib Desert - Leave the world behind | The most amazing horses. They were the daytime stars of the show, making us feel both thrilled and safe through fast and challenging terrain. Special shout out to Larissa for her amazing love for the horses.

[Abbie from ITS replies: Many thanks for your super feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed your desert adventure].

Kimberly who has been on 5 In The Saddle rides. Tuli Safari - A wonderful riding experience | The riding was excellent. The long canters weaving around the vegetation were great fun. The horses were well cared for and the tack in good condition. They are trail saddles so no knee pads as we tend to have in the UK so they took a couple of days to get used to. The guides helped you mount and checked girths each time. We felt very safe with the guides and the horses.

[ITS replies: We're so pleased you enjoyed your safari. Thanks so much for taking the time to tell us about it].

Sylvia who has been on 4 In The Saddle rides. Simply a heaven | Los Potreros is an absolute riding paradise. The tranquility of the landscape is a perfect backdrop to exhilarating gallops (now I know what "hell bent for the leather" means) under the watchful guide of the gauchos. Georgia is a genius matchmaker when it comes to horses and people and I could not have been happier with the selection she made for me. While we were part of many working endeavors on the farm, I have to admit moving horses was my favorite activity. Cantering with horses and bunch of like-minded women one morning was an absolute dream.
I have a partner who is a beginner rider and I was so impressed how well he was taken care of by the whole team and how much riding he was able to do.
[Becky from In The Saddle replies: Thank you so much for your feedback and I'm so pleased that you both enjoyed your holiday at Los Potreros.]

Nicky who has been on 5 In The Saddle rides. A fun ride through a magnificent landscape | The Spanish bred horses from a range of breeds, Iberian Arab Andalusian, were well schooled, good at their job and very comfortable to ride.
The countryside we rode though was fabulous, mountains, valleys, vineyards and olive groves.
We saw lots of birds raptors and storks and there were wild flowers everywhere.
Mamen and Emilio were generous and kind hosts and the food was fantastic.

Alison who has been on 11 In The Saddle rides. A fantastic week! | Excellent

Margaret (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) African Explorer - Really Great Experience | The horses were fabulous, well cared for, well schooled and happy to work. The riding was varied. There were few extended canters due to other group member rider ability limitations but overall a really good mix of riding.

[ITS replies: Many thanks for your feedback. It is great to hear that you enjoyed the African Explorer].

Claus (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Overall good service and friendliness. Great flexibility in relation to wishes.
[Becky from In The Saddle replies: We are so pleased that you enjoyed your holiday]

Giselle who has been on 17 In The Saddle rides. Great riding adventure with landscapes and views to die for | Exceeded expectations. RIders need to be experienced and physically and riding fit as long hours in the saddle

Rikke (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) It was just as good as I remembered it

Nikki who has been on 6 In The Saddle rides. Brilliant experience | I asked to work on a couple of specific things, and even though I had different instructors it felt like they communicated between them so that the learning was progressive.

[Abbie from ITS replies: Thanks so much for your lovely feedback from your third visit to Monte Velho. We're so pleased that you had an enjoyable time and have already booked your next stay].

Jennifer (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Wonderful | The dressage lessons were of a very high standard and the instruction was absolutely wonderful.

Linda who has been on 2 In The Saddle rides. Perfect! | The horses and instruction were superb and appropriate for my level of riding. All the riding facilities and care for the horses are exemplary, and also extremely relaxing for the rider. Everything about the yard works really well - including the adorable, friendly Jack Russell dogs who make one feel at home! I really enjoyed watching fellow riders’ lessons from the glamorous and comfortable viewing lounge/bar. The instructors are brilliant and intuitively gauge how to get the best from each rider. I will definitely return.

[Abbie from ITS replies: Wonderful that you had such a great time at Quinta do Rol. Many thanks for your feedback].

Beth who has been on 2 In The Saddle rides. Fantastic Adventure - Holiday of a lifetime | The riding in South Africa was brilliant - soft sandy tracks and lots of canter and some small jumps. In Botswana near the Treehouse Camp, the terrain was more rocky and so there was a lot more walking for the first 2 days. The riding back from the Two Mashatus Camp was great - more open so cantering didn't have to be single file and some jumping. I feel that the expectations given at the briefing in Botswana were that there would be more open cantering but this was only true after we left Treehouse Camp - a little disappointing but only because of what we were expecting.

Caroline (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Fabulous riding in a beautiful setting. | Exciting but also safe riding on well trained horses suited to the work. Very professional and friendly yard owner and guides. A really fantastic experience. Early morning beach gallops and fast fun in the firebreaks but also gentle walks through flowering areas of the forest with the horses crushing wild oregano under their hooves. Magical.

Jane who has been on 21 In The Saddle rides. Absolutely fantastic | The horses and riding always meet up to my expectations.

Hanne who has been on 3 In The Saddle rides. Best riding holiday ever | Excellent

Sissel who has been on 3 In The Saddle rides. Fantastic riding holiday at Los Alamos! | I had a fantastic time the horses are so well trained and really looked after (this is very important) I liked the way they gave me the opportunity to try different horses and challange myself on strong and very fast horses. Tremendus guides and the hospitality is excellent at both the stable and at the house. This was my second time at Los Alamos but not the last.

Helen (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) Fabulous Horses, Fabulous location, Fabulous Hosts | The rides were well planned and varied. Stunning views and wonderful beaches.
Our group were well matched in riding ability. Everyone was experienced and up for the thrill of fast riding when conditions were appropriate.

The horses are wonderful! Well schooled, keen, fit, responsive and very forward going. The riding is not suitable for beginners.

Rachel puts a lot of thought into matching the right horse with the right rider. She truly loves and understands each horse in her care. Jose and Roberto are both excellent horsemen and it was a privilege to be under their guidance whilst on horseback.

The riding and the horses were beyond my expectations, and my expectations were high!

Thank you xx