Segovia Trails

Day 1

Riding: No riding.

Transfer from Madrid to Segovia, about 1-and-a-half-hour drive. Accommodation at the Hotel San Antonio El Real, a luxurious 4* hotel, built in the cloisters of an ancient monastery from the 15th century, in the heart of the city of Segovia, a 5 min walk from the Roman Aqueduct. Transfer to the Equestrian Centre to see the stables and the horses. After meeting the horses, panoramic visit of the city of Segovia by car and a welcome drink in the Segovia main square. Welcome dinner and night at the hotel.

Day 2

Riding: 3 - 5 hours

Morning ride from Segovia to the forest of Valsaín. We will follow transhumance trails, such as Cordel de Santillana and the Cañada Real Soriana to get to the source of water to of the Roman aqueduct, following the reservoir waters and the Acebeda stream. Then following the Eresma river valleys, we will get to the forest of Valsaín for a picnic lunch. These forests were traditionally hunting reserves for the kinds of Castile and nowadays they are protected nature parks. In the afternoon ride to La Granja de San Ildefonso, where you will stay at the luxurious National Parador of La Granja 4*. Visit of the baroque
palace and the gardens of this royal site, built in the times of Felipe V. Dinner and night at the Parador.

Day 3

Riding: 4 - 6 hours

From La Granja we will rejoin the Cañada Real, at the Caserio de Gamones. We will ride on the slopes of the Sierra de Guadarrama, until we get to Sotosalbos. Aperitivo stop and visit of the Romanesque church from the 13th century. Riding through countryside of holm oaks, through the small village of Requijada, we will get to our picnic stop, near the river Cega. In the afternoon, we will ride by the Ermita de Las Vegas, and follow the Cega river to Pedraza.
This is a beautiful medieval village, with an imposing castle, charming, cobbled streets, and a charming main square. Dinner and night in the Hotel de la Villa, a 3* hotel in the heart of the village.

Day 4

Riding: 2 - 3 hours

Half-day ride. From Pedraza, and we will follow ancient bridle paths. Through nearly abandoned rural villages, with a typical architecture in stone and timber. We’ll stop for an aperitivo in the country. Riding through open farming land, we will reach the plains where stands the fortress of the Castle of Castilnovo, where we will end today’s ride. Transfer to the medieval city of Sepúlveda.. Lunch in a local restaurant, the most delicious lamb roast. In the afternoon, drive to the Duraton river gorges and the jewel Ermita de San Frutos. Dinner and night at the hotel Vado del Duratón in Sepúlveda (Hotel Posada de San Millan, Sepulveda in 2025).

Day 5

Riding: 4 - 6 hours

This day we follow the Duraton river, riding in the valley and the hill of los Cortos. We will stop for an aperitivo at the Duraton villlage. We will ascent towards the Sierra to rejoin the Cañada Real (wide and open transhumance trail). Picnic lunch near Enebralejo. In the afternoon we will pass Enebralejo, where we can stop to visit the prehistoric caves. Ride on to Pradena a typical mountain village. Dinner and night at the Posada del Acebo (“The Holly bush Inn”) or similar, typical family house from the 18th century.

Day 6

Riding: 4 - 6 hours

We will ride on the slopes of the Sierra de Guadarrama, in the Cañada Real, and through the oak forest of Pradena. Aperitif stop in the Cañada, which we will follow until we get to Navafría, a mountain village with a timber production tradition. Picnic lunch by the river Cega. In the afternoon ride to Collado Hermoso. Dinner and night at the boutique Hotel El Rancho de la Aldegüela in Torrecaballeros.

Day 7

Riding: 4 - 6 hours

Morning ride passing with exciting canters in the open countryside. Aperitivo at the well-preserved remains of an old ranch, where shepherds used to stop with their flocks to sheer the sheep, during the long transhumant journeys. Short fun ride back to the stables in Segovia, crossing the Eresma River.
Late lunch at the restaurant of the Hipica Eresma. Transfer to the hotel San Antonio El Real****. Farewell dinner at the world-famous restaurant Candido, by the Roman Aqueduct.

Day 8

Riding: No riding.

After breakfast transfer to the Madrid airport, arriving there in time for the flight. All riders will be transferred at the same time, so if any rider needs a private transfer at a different time than the group, we will arrange an alternative transfer (at an extra cost of approx. 150€ payable on site)

Day 1

Riding: No riding.

Pick up at the airport in Madrid at 3pm and transfer to Segovia (1 1/2 hour drive). Accommodation at the Hotel San Antonio El Real, a luxurious 4* hotel, built in the cloisters of an ancient monastery from the 15th century in the heart of the city of Segovia, a 5 min walk from the Roman Aqueduct. Transfer to the Equestrian Centre to see the stables and the horses. After meeting the horses, panoramic visit of the city of Segovia by car and a welcome drink in the Segovia main square. Welcome dinner and night at the hotel.

Day 2

Riding: 4 - 5 hours

Morning ride from Segovia to the forest of Valsaín. Follow the transhumance trails, such as Cordel de Santillana and the Cañada Real Soriana (aperitif stop) to get to the source of water of the Roman aqueduct, following the reservoir waters and the Acebeda stream. After a picnic lunch stop, by the Eresma river valleys, we will get to the forest of Valsaín. These forests were traditionally hunting reserves for the kinds of Castile and nowadays they are protected nature parks. Ride back to Hipica Eresma. Transfer back to the hotel. You will then be taken to visit the Royal Site of La Granja where you will visit the gardens then enjoy dinner at La Granja and transfer back to the hotel San Antonio El Real.

Day 3

Riding: 4 - 5 hours

Ride from Hípica Eresma towards La Granja de San Ildefonso through Palazuelos de Eresma, crossing the Eresma River at the beautiful lake reservoir of El Ponton. Riding alongside the waters of the lake, riders will get to the Polo field of La Granja and enjoy an aperitif stop. Ascent to the pine forests on the hillside of the mountains around La Granja, with magnificent views of the gardens and the Royal Palace. In spring, there are beautiful waterfalls flowing down the granite gorges of the Sierra de Guadarrama. Picnic lunch at the Tejera del Cambrones farm. Ride back to the stables along the Western side of the Ponton lake. Transfer to the hotel San Antonio El Real and enjoy dinner at the hotel.

Day 4

Riding: 4 - 5 hours

For the final riding day riders will follow the Eresma river canyon and the bird sanctuary at the Revenga lake, towards the village of Hontoria and then a quick stop for an aperitivo. After some exhilarating canters through the Tejadilla river and around the Cerrogordo hills, riders will enjoy the spectacular views of the Cathedral of Segovia. After lunch, following the Clamores river high valleys, the ride will reach a climax with the breathtaking views the Alcazar of Segovia and the old historic town. Descent towards the meadows of San Marcos where the rivers Eresma and Clamores meet, and where the 13th century church of the Veracruz that belongs to the Order of Malta stands. Lunch with the most fantastic views of the Segovia skyline. After lunch ride back to Hipica Eresma along the river Eresma green trails, say goodbye to your horses then return to the hotel.

Day 5

Riding: No riding.

After breakfast transfer to Madrid, arriving at the airport approx. 12 noon. All riders will be transferred at the same time, so if any rider needs to arrive in Madrid prior to noon, all riders will depart earlier - or we will arrange an alternative transfer (at an extra cost)