Sierra Nevada - Spain

Experience Level

Alpujarra Short Break

5 star rating   13 June 2024

Judith who has been on 19 In The Saddle rides. Love the Sierra Nevada | I wanted to visit the Alpujarra’s after reading Chris Stewart’s books about El Valero. The scenery did not disappoint and I’m in awe of how Dallas and her very small team run these trails with great efficiency. Glad that I’d done a bit of my own fitness training as there was plenty of leading up and down shaly and often steep paths. The washed out arroyo we had to cross was made easier by letting the horses go by themselves with us going ahead to catch them at the other side. Quite an adventure. June was perfect, still some wildflowers in bloom and not too hot due to the altitude with one very heavy rain. Saddles were comfortable as promised and please mention if you want to use your seatsaver before horses get tacked up on the first morning.
[Becky from In The Saddle replies: Thank you very much for your email and we're so pleased that you enjoyed riding with Dallas.]

The Riding

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The Accommodation

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Great food and accommodation. Loved having swimming pools.

Before Your Holiday

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Good as always.

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