Private Tour
Viana do Castelo Horseback Riding Tour with Transport from Porto / Braga
Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Portugal Active’s Horseback Riding Tour will take you through the breathtaking scenery of Viana do Castelo. You’ll pass through fields of flowers, mountain trails and even the paradisiac beaches* of the city.
The tour can be made for anyone – from a beginner to a professional – we have horses for all types of riders. It will be supervised by an experienced teacher who will guide and teach you how to better control your horse.
*During bathing season, there are legal restrictions on horseback riding and it isn't allowed to ride on the beach sand therefore our route will be adapted accordingly.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
100kg above isn't allowed to ride the horses
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Use of helmet
All activities
Transportation to/from activities (If option not selected)
What To Expect
Take a horseback ride through the breathtaking scenery of Viana do Castelo. You will pass through fields of flowers, mountain trails and even the paradisiac beaches* of Viana. The tour is supervised by an experienced teacher who will guide you and teach you how to better control your horse. *During bathing season, there are legal restrictions on horseback riding and it isn't allowed to ride on the beach sand therefore our route will be adapted accordingly.
Options
HORSEBACK RIDING PONTE DE LIMA
TRANSFER: TRANSPORTATION FROM/TO PONTE DE LIMA
Pickup included
HORSEBACK RIDING TOUR (BRAGA)
TRANSPORTATION FROM/TO BRAGA
Pickup included
HORSEBACK RIDING TOUR (PORTO)
Transportation from/to Porto
Pickup included
HORSEBACK RIDING TOUR (VIANA)
Reviews
43 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun activity. Loved the...
Ron D,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun activity. Loved the horses and all the animals at the barn. We had great weather and the ride to the castle and along the waterfront was beautiful.
Great riding experience at the ocean
Florian D,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Claudia and Diane both were excellent and very friendly guides and teachers. I did two rides with my daughter. Me: zero riding experience; my daughter with a bit of experience. We rode along the shore and partially on the beach where my daughter enjoyed also riding at higher velocity. The landscape is rather rough, cliffy and wild. A true Atlantic experience. The stable is located up in the village and not spectacular. However, Claudia and her team host several very well educated horses there, alongside several friendly dogs, cats and a mini pony. We loved it.
Walk with two in a peaceful corner
Salimata C,
Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The ride was amazing with sumptuous scenery. Our guide was attentive and very friendly. I recommend this experience 1000 times.
Dreamlike
Sara W,
Jul 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Only recommended ...💖 After years I finally fulfilled the dream of riding a friez on the beach for a long time the ladies have enabled me to fulfill this even on my birthday .... We have ourselves a Frisian and a Mini Shetty .. And I'm Hobby Rider you are to whom I am child.. Diana and Laura as well as Claudia were super friendly ... It was just beautiful ... We laughed and had fun ... It was completely adjusted to the ride level my son 13 without trap and gallop experiences did bravely with the help of the girls ... We will be back 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰 Thank you and emely as well as the other horses from the troops are great and well nourished and cared for ☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️
Amazing ride, beautiful views, and wonderful horses and guides.
880jody,
Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is an amazing experience! The horses are well behaved (most of them). Our guides Diana and Laura were professional, polite, and fun. The owner (Claudia) was no nonsense, but kind and obviously loves her work. The scenary during the ride along the coast was breathtaking. Highly recommended!
Fantastic riding experience
Clare H,
Jun 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a fantastic riding experience. Diana our guide was brilliant. She matched us really well with our horses and got the balance between safety and allowing us to ride just right. The horses are excellent, responsive and safe. I’m a nervous rider after a serious accident a few years ago and this ride reminded me of why I used to enjoy riding. Thoroughly recommend this experience.
Great horseback riding trip along the beach and the ocean.
817ma gorzatar,
Jun 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00In the summer season, you can't ride horses onto the beach. During the ride, there was a gallop and time to talk with the guide. You can choose a ride with a city tour. The horses are well-groomed. I highly recommend the trip!
Great sunny riding trip around Viana do Castelo
Global536521,
May 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a really great tour in the fields, near to the beach with very beautiful horses and a nice and very friendly riding guide. Me and my friend could really enjoy this summer day together with the horses Emily and Vialto. Many thanks for this amazing experience.
A dream experience
462susieq,
Mar 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a totally magical experience. Claudia knows her horses well and is patient with showing me how to handle mine. We walked, trotted, and galloped through the meadows, on country lanes, roman roads, and the beach with the Atlantic Ocean as a backdrop. I couldn't have asked for more! Highly recommend!
It was magical to be able...
Jorge L,
Feb 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was magical to be able to gallop down the viana beach with my partner on valentines day, even without any past experience riding horses.
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