Alcainca - Portugal

Riding Holiday

5 star rating   29 June 2026

Naomi (this is their first In The Saddle holiday) An amazing experience | The instructor Ivan, was exceptional in his instruction and riding ability. We not only had the pleasure of being taught by such a knowledgeable and talented instructor but we also had the pleasure of being able to watch him school the horses from youngster's to schoolmasters. He was gentle, understanding and displayed a great level of horsemanship.
The horses welfare and wellbeing was clearly a top priority.


The Riding

How well were you matched with the right horse for your ability?
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How would you rate the variety of riding, pace or terrain?
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How would you rate the overall standard of the horses, tack and stables?
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The Accommodation

How would you rate your room(s) for comfort and facilities?
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How would you rate the standard of the food?
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Do you have any comments about the accommodation and food?

We were welcomed by all of the staff. The room we stayed looked out to the yard so we could see the horses in their stables.
The room was cleaned each day with fresh towels.
The food was just wonderful. Lena has been part of the team for many years. She cooked some wonderful meals for us. It was also nice to sit and eat and get to know others within the team such as Marianne and our instructor Ivan.


Before Your Holiday

Did you have all of the information you needed to:

Plan and prepare for your holiday?
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Feel comfortable about your transfers and what to expect?
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How could we improve the quality of pre-holiday information that we send?

Nothing. It was just perfect, thank you.


How could we improve the way we handled your booking and payment?

Nothing. Communication was excellent.


Do you have any other feedback for us?

What an experience. I feel privileged to have been able to have ridden the beautiful horses. Would most definitely recommend the experience with both Escola Equitaco Alcainca and In the saddle to all.