Cantabria. Northern Spain. One week. Bad Pony Approved

We have just tested this ride and fallen completely in love with this beautiful part of Spain, Cantabria, and with Caballos de Castilla owners Carlota and Constancia Del Álamo and their incredible horses.

Three days of cliff top riding past wild beaches and rock formations. Santander, Somo, Loredo, Langre and a boat crossing across one of Europe's most gorgeous bays. Sleep by the sea. Do it again.

Then you go inland. Green valleys, ancient forests, mountain trails and thermal spas at the end of every ride. The legendary Gran Hotel Castilla Termal Solares. Then quaint Liérganes, all stone houses and ancient valleys. Finally Puente Viesgo hot pools and prehistoric cave art on your doorstep. Oh, and picnics. On sublime local food.

Coast. Mountains. Spa. Repeat. This is Cantabria on horseback. 

Tucked between the mountains and the Atlantic, Adrián’s farm is your base. Ride out with this true Galician horseman to find wild horses in their home range and hear the real stories of their history and bond with the people who live alongside them. Hosted by Hooves Around the World founder Sanne Westera.

New trail alert. Head into Morocco’s Siroua Mountains, the volcanic wedge between the High Atlas and Anti-Atlas. Expect high-altitude drama (around 2,500 m, topping out at 3,400 m). Best ridden in spring or autumn, when the weather behaves.

The ride kicks off in Coxilha Rica, a wild high plateau in the south of Brazil. At about 1000m up in true gaucho country, you roll into an old fazenda and straight into the arms of Paul and his gaucho crew. Flemish born Paul Coudneys and his right hand cowboy Daniel host you, guide you, and keep the stories flowing all week.

Last minute win: this once sold out ride now has saddles free 8 to 15 Jan and 28 Jan to 4 Feb 2026.