Active Riding Trips - Equestrian Vacations

06/24/2026

How do I choose a trip?
Great question! And here’s the easy answer – call us at 800.973.3221 – we can have a quick chat with you, ask some questions and then help guide you to rides that are best suited based on our personal experience. BUT – if you don’t quite want the pressure of speaking to us live (we get it, connecting in person can sometimes mean a commitment when we are just looking for info – and we don’t want any salesy type person calling us to follow up) you can check out our blog post on this exact topic HERE:

Holy Wow – welcome to 2019 – and it’s 2/3 of the way through January!!!! SO amazing! This time of year is always the best for us, we are frantic trying to keep up with all the inquiries, calls, FB messages, Insta DMs, etc. It’s true – once the holidays are over, the floodgates open […]

06/24/2026

"I’ve done quite a few rides with this company and every one is my favorite until I do the next one! Having said that, this one really was my favorite! I knew Bordeaux would be nice, but I really had NO idea how wonderful this trip would be.
The guides David and Britta were superb! Their expertise and care of the horses were remarkable. The routes taken were carefully planned and modified easily if needed, you never felt there was a change in plans as it all went so smoothly. Britta was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the places we visited and had great fun stories to tell as well.
The chateaus where we stayed were above and beyond. The food and flavor or the region was so well prepared by the warm accommodating families at the chateau…and then there were the wines! C’est magnifique!
The horses were mainly Lusitano and Arabian with some crosses mixed in but ALL of them were amazing! The sure footedness and sound minds of these well taken care of horses made everyone so comfortable that all that was left to do was enjoy!!" Postcard from Deb R.

The very name of Bordeaux has come to mean great wines. No part of France is able to produce a wider variety of the noblest wines than the Gironde area surrounding the city of Bordeaux. Riding through this area, you will have the opportunity to taste great wines such as Medoc, Cote de Blaye, Cote [....

06/24/2026

Croatia. At a gallop.
Yes you can

The gorgeous Dalmatian countryside - great horses - fast and fun ri...

06/24/2026

Don't miss a minute of EQUUS Television's interview with Active Riding Trips president, Stacey Adams, and learn the story of how this award-winning international horseback travel agency began

Join Diana De Rosa as she interviews Stacey Adams, president of Active Riding Trips in this engaging segment on EQUUS Television. Discover how Stacey's passion for horses began and learn about the immersive equestrian vacations offered by her company. With over 137 trips across 21 countries, these v...

06/24/2026

Thanks Ray-Ban for protecting summertime eyes while riding the world xo

06/24/2026

Sharon W.'s Arizona postcard: "I really do not know where to begin to describe one of the best trips of my riding life thanks to Active Riding and the helpful guidance of Stacey Adams. The trip was geared to exactly what we were looking for in terms of time, location, experience and interest. Stacey met with us several times to get to know exactly what we were looking for and couldn’t have picked a more perfect spot. White Stallion ranch was geared toward everyone’s ability. If you wanted a fast ride, you took a test, otherwise there were rides for every individual’s ability.
The food, the accommodations and the customer service were top notch. People from all over the world came and we made so many friendships. The one thing I noticed was there were so many frequent fliers who come year after year. That in itself says so much about the ranch.
If I may make a suggestion, plan on a trip to White Stallion and book it with Stacey at Active Riding. You won’t regret it!"

This legendary ranch is truly an Arizona institution. For the last 54 years it’s been run by the same family – that goes back three generations! And it’s easy to see why as the authenticity and quality of ride and service at the ranch is legendary in the industry. The ranch sits on 3,000 acres...

06/24/2026

Where cowboy core gets real: from skirting cactus to cutting cattle, dude ranches know horses & hospitality go together like gravy & biscuits.
with Stacey Adams, president, Active Riding Trips

This is where cowboy core gets real: from skirting cactus to cutting cattle, these American West dude ranches know that horses and hospitality go together like gravy and biscuits.

06/23/2026

Is something inside telling you to steal away? Bc we have last-minute spaces that just opened -June 28-July 5- for Spain's Trail of Bandits. Contact us asap for your saddle seat and ride in the footsteps of a legend, inspired by the life of Joan Sala Serrallonga—the notorious 17th century outlaw known as Catalonia’s Robin Hood.
Explore the wild heart of Catalonia, traversing the rugged Guilleries and Garrotxa mountains where rebels, bandits, and smugglers once found refuge.
Discover a dramatic landscape of deep canyons, volcanic peaks, forested mountains, and striking table-top plateaus that seem untouched by time.
Follow scenic trails alongside crystal-clear rivers, peaceful lakes, and cascading waterfalls, with idyllic spots for relaxing picnic lunches.
Immerse yourself in local folklore as you pass through charming medieval villages where stories of thieves, secret hideouts, and Catalan rebels are still shared today.
Experience a perfect blend of adventure, history, and nature, uncovering the legends that shaped this fascinating corner of Spain.
Enjoy exhilarating riding through varied terrain, from shaded woodland paths to sweeping mountain vistas and open countryside.
Feel transported to another era as every trail reveals traces of the outlaws and heroes who once roamed these mountains.
Savor outstanding regional cuisine and unwind in charming, character-filled accommodations.

Our “Trail of Bandits” is based on the biography of the famous “bandolero” Joan Sala Serrallonga, the Catalonian Robin Hood who wandered around the mountains of Guilleries and Garrotxa during the 17th century. The vast pathless area of woodland offered good hiding places to outlaws. Canyons,...