Horseback riding in Catalonia: discovering the Catalan coast. For lovers of the beach and gallops !
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A horseback ride along the Catalan coast, through the landscapes of the Empordà and its coast. Beaches, meadows, and paths that will allow you to discover the Costa Brava. Beautiful landscapes and a great artistic heritage. This region was voted one of the best destinations in the world in 2012 by National Geographic Traveler magazine. You ride through the Parc Natural dels Aiguamolls de l'Empordà. The park is located on marshy land, serving as a refuge for mainly aquatic birds. More than 300 different species are present there. You ride to the magnificent mouth of La Gola de Ter and its view of the Medes Islands, now converted into a protected natural area. Beaches, sand, naturally formed dunes, beautiful villages, castles and churches await you. Discover the medieval sites of Peratallada, Torroella de Montgrí, and stroll along two sandy beaches. Exciting galloping experience by the sea.
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INDICATIVE ITINERARY *
Day 1: Welcome ! In the evening you arrive at the horse farm. After a home cooked dinner, presentation of the program for the week and we will talk about the characteristics of our Spanish and Arabian cross horses. Individualized conversation to find the ideal horse for each rider.
Day 2: Today, after breakfast, a short briefing with your guide and preparing your horse, you are ready to start your adventure. You leave Vilafreser crossing an oak forest, accompanied by smells of thyme and rosemary. Your destination today is Besalú: a fortified medieval village. This ancient capital is a jewel of Romanesque architecture located between two rivers. You travel many kilometers in the wild nature of Garrotxa, through fields, open meadows and forests. Your hotel is opposite the spectacular medieval bridge and you have time to wander around and soak up the unique atmosphere of this special village.
Day 3: In the morning you depart from Besalú towards the surrounding forest and hills. You cross a typically Mediterranean forest. It is a rocky area with old buildings of traditional rural architecture, such as shepherds' shelters and small stone walls. Until the Fluviá, from the hills to the plains, you gallop along olive groves and wheat fields. Your destination is an interesting Catalan farmhouse restored with historical respect for the protected buildings. After installing the horses in the paddocks waiting for them, you enjoy a rest at the swimming pool or in the gardens before a delicious dinner.
Day 4: After an excellent breakfast, you find the horses, you get back in the saddle, and you begin your journey 
west, towards Vilafreser. Although it is a prosperous region, the Empordá region still retains the traditional rural and village way of life. The paths and tracks have not been paved, nor has the countryside been fenced: so there is a limitless combination of footpaths and bridleways to explore.
Day 5: Today is a long day in the saddle. You leave the horse farm heading west and enjoy long gallops through the pine forests of Alt Empordà. Every hour you pass a beautiful village, a castle, churches, arches, a tunnel, old wooden doors with wrought iron knockers...the stone beauty of the past. As the afternoon progresses you feel the proximity of the coast and you finally arrive at the great Gulf of Roses. The support team is waiting for you and has prepared everything for the horses to rest. For dinner: a delicious paella to complete this extraordinary day.
Day 6: After an early start, you trot down to the beach. The long curve of Rosas Bay stretches out before you, miles of golden sand! You enjoy excellent gallops on the beach, then you head inland again along the Fluviá river, passing a bird sanctuary where you can observe migratory birds. The land is flat, with many rice fields and peach, pear and apple orchards. The pace today is lively! After the picnic in a forest of holm oaks, you head back to the horse farm. Accommodation at the horse farm.
Day 7: After breakfast you head south through the Catalan Mediterranean landscape, passing through the small villages of Galliner and Vilamarí. You benefit from spectacular views of the coastal plains and foothills of Empordà. After crossing a forest of pine and oak trees, you stop to rest and have your picnic. For the last part of the day, take a gentle ride to finally reach the horse farm, where you can shower your horse and enjoy a delicious dinner.
Day 8: End of your ride in Spain, departure or transfer to the airport.
* Indicative itinerary that can be modified if necessary.
MEETING:
Day 1 directly at your accommodation between 5 and 8 pm.
Paid transfer from Girona airport at 7:30 p.m., from Barcelona airport at 6 p.m.
DEPARTURE:
The morning of day 8 after breakfast. Transfer to Girona airport (arrival around 10 a.m.), or Barcelona airport (arrival around 11:30 a.m.).
TRANSFER PRICES:
Gerona round trip: 60 € per person.
Barcelona round trip: 120 € per person.
Transfers are payable locally.
FROM BARCELONA TO GERONA:
Bus www.sagalesairportline.com or train: www.renfe.com . You can book a private car transfer: 240 € / per car / per transfer.
CAR RENTAL:
We recommend a car rental, particularly cheap in Spain, on www.autoeurope.fr
FLIGHTS:
Flights are not included in our prices because it is generally more interesting to book your flights yourself, an inclusive flight package is generally more expensive with agency commissions. However, we are at your disposal to help you find the best rates or to offer you a trip including transport on request: free service.
RIDING LEVEL: 
You must be confident at the three gaits (walk, trot, canter) ourdoors. Minimum age: 9 years old if good rider.
RIDING TIMES:
About 4-6 hours per day.
GROUP SIZE:
Maximum 10-11 riders.
GUIDE:
Professional licensed guide. The guide speaks Spanish, English, French, German.
HORSES:
Trail ride horses, mostly crossed Spanish or Arabian.
TACK:
English saddles equiped with saddle bags.
ACCOMMODATION: 
In comfortable rooms, charming guest houses and hotels. 4 nights at the equestrian farm, 3 nights in different charming guest rooms and hotels.
MEALS:
In the evening, dinners are served in your accommodation with local produces. At noon, copious picnics are prepared by an assistant. Wine is included with meals.
2024 PRICE / PER PERSON:
In 2 person bedroom: 1595 €
Single bedroom supplement: 300 €.
Booking fees: 15 €
TRANSFER PRICES:
Return transfers from Girona airport: 60 € per person
Transfers to/from Barcelona airport: 120 € per person
Transfers to be paid directly on site.
THE PRICE INCLUDES:
Horse and tack rental, guide, assistant preparing the
THE PRICE DOESN'T INCLUDE:
Individual insurance, transfers from/to Gerona or
INSURANCE:
A civil liability and travel insurance (assistance/repatriation) is compulsory. A cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.
A payment by credit card can make you benefit from its possible insurance (check your contract).
We offer to Europe Union, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Norway residents: the Chapka insurances.
Cap Security: full insurance with cancellation. Cap Cancellation: cancellation only.
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FLIGHTS:
Flights to Spain are not included because it is more interesting to book directly your ticket: a transport package included is generally more expensive with agency commissions. However, we are at your disposal to help you find the best prices or to offer you a flight included package on request (free service).
IN SUMMER, A PROGRAM WITH HALF DAYS MORNING RIDES IS AVAILABLE:
SEE THE SUMMER PROGRAM
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| - | 1595€ | LAST SPACES | Information request |
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Reception: Super welcome from the manager, very caring, with home cooked meals at all meals. We even had a Catalan dessert cooked in front of us the last evening.
Cavalry: The general condition of the cavalry (Excellent). My horse (Excellent). Well-treated, well-fed horses that evolve in a healthy outdoor environment.
Saddlery & Equipment: Excellent. Endurance material, Wintec synthetic saddle, good condition.
The comfort, cleanliness and comfort of the accommodation (s): Excellent. Very nice cottage, spacious room with bathtub.
Your general satisfaction on the stay: Excellent stay with very attentive staff, nice and well-treated horses and various landscapes every day!
Quality of the Cap Rando services: Excellent. Good follow-up of our file despite our many discussions, listening to our desires and constraints, we recommend Cap Rando! Only small point of improvement: we asked for a paying transfer and asked if another option was possible: we were told that we could rent a car. However, we discovered when arriving on site by the service provider that it was possible to take a train to access a closer town, which would have reduced the cost of the transfer. To reconsider for the next customers.