Day 1
Arrive into Porto or Lisbon airport where we can arrange for you to be collected and taken to your accommodation. Transfers are to be paid for directly in Euros (see bottom of the page for transfer prices). You are also welcome to hire a car and drive to the Quinta.
You will stay in a lovely traditional country house situated at the foot of the Serra da Estrela, boasting exceptional facilities including 10 modern guest bedrooms, an onsite restaurant, onsite riding stables, outdoor swimming pool, winery and even an olive grove.
This afternoon we encourage you to take a walk around the Quinta to get your bearings and to meet the staff and horses. Riding will commence in the morning.
This evening enjoy dinner in the comfort of your hotel.
Day 2
After breakfast you will start your riding programme with an assessment lesson. Here we can teach total beginners up to the most experienced of riders, there's even the option to book grand prix dressage lessons (upon request). Many of the horses here are homebred Lusitanos. This afternoon after lunch you will continue your riding programme with a 2hr hack. The hacking routes here vary and are surrounded by the magnificent landscapes of Serra da Estrela National Park.
Later this afternoon why not book yourself a massage.
Day 3 - Day 7
Today will follow the same programme as yesterday before your flight home.
The miminum stay here is 2 nights although we do recommend you stay for 3 nights to get the most from your equestrian experience. You are welcome to stay for any length of time should you wish to have a longer stay. Unless specified upon booking, riding will include a lesson and 2hr hack each day.
2026 prices:
The price for 2 nights half board (breakfast and dinner) plus 2 lessons and 2 x 2hr hacks is £555 per rider based on two people sharing a double or twin bedroom.
For a solo traveller there is an additional £50 per night change for a double room for single occupancy.
3 nights £830
4 night £1105
5 nights £1380
6 nights £1655
7 nights £1930
8 nights £2205
Availability
This holiday is available all year round. There is no set arrival/departure date, we will arrange the holiday to suit your flights.
Additional Information
The minimum age for riding is 4 years
The maximum weight limit is 110kg / 17 stone
The swimming pool is open from 01 June to 01 October
Airport Transfers
Equestrian Escapes are happy to reserve your transfers for you however, as payment for this service is made directly to the transfer provider this service does not form part of our contract with you. As such, we are unable to accept responsibility for any delays, missed transfers etc.
Transfers costs are as follows:
PORTO - €200 per car (max 4 people) / €265 per van (5-8 people)
LISBON - €310 per car (max 4 people) / €405 per van (5-8 people)
These transfer prices are each way and not for the return journey.
The closest train station is Mangualde. You can get the train from both Lisbon and Porto to Mangualde, the Quinta is 30 minutes away. This transfer is complimentary.
Train prices:
Lisbon (Oriente station) to Mangualde: €30.00 per person
Porto (Campanhã station) to Mangualde: €25.00 per person
For tips regarding your holiday such as what to wear and riding ability, please visit the Travel Tips page.
We work hard to ensure that each customer has a great time on their holiday. Please see some riding holiday reviews here.
We have a large range of holidays to suit a range of riding abilities. Please see here for more information.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.