3 Day Beginner Beach Riding Experience with Sightseeing
Let the adventure begin3 Day Beginner Ride and Sightseeing Adventure
At a Glance
3 Day Beginner Ride and Sightseeing Adventure
Description:
Some people dream of learning to ride a horse and some people dream of riding a horse across an Irish beach! Allow us to help you make both these dreams happen with our 3 day beginner package which combines horse riding lessons, trail riding, sightseeing tours and a ride on one of our golden beaches on the last day of the trip.
Duration: 3 nights, 4 days
Includes:
3x nights B&B Accommodation, 2 half days of lessons and trail riding, 1x beach
2x Lunch at local establishment, 1x picnic lunch, Trips to Dunluce Castle, Giants Causeway, Dark Hedges, the Glens and boat tour on the coast,
Tea and Fresh Baked Scones on Arrival, Knowledgeable Trekking Guide
Spectacular Trail Riding
5* Coastal Riding
The Best Views in Ireland!
Cost: From £1345
| At a Glance: | 3 Day Beginner Ride and Sightseeing |
| Description: | Some people dream of learning to ride a horse and some people dream of riding a horse across an Irish beach! Allow us to help you make both these dreams happen with our 3 day beginner package which combines horse riding lessons, trail riding, sightseeing tours and a ride on one of our golden beaches on the last day of the trip. |
| Duration: | 3 Nights, 4 Days |
| Includes: | 3x nights B&B Accommodation, 2 half days of lessons and trail riding, 1x beach 2x Lunch at local establishment, 1x picnic lunch, Trips to Dunluce Castle, Giants Causeway, Dark Hedges, the Glens and boat tour on the coast, Tea and Fresh Baked Scones on Arrival, Knowledgeable Trekking Guide Spectacular Trail Riding 5* Coastal Riding The Best Views in Ireland! |
| Cost: | From £1345 |
Ride Details:
We love this package. Imagine learning to ride a horse with top quality instructors, developing your riding skills on controlled trails while taking in stunning views of the North Antrim hills. You will build up your skills over the course of the first few days to get yourself ready for the most epic of adventures across Balintoy Beach and coastal paths. We incorporate half days of riding with sightseeing in the afternoons so that you really do get the best of what the North Coast has to offer.
Day one is arrival day where you will get a chance to settle into your coastal accommodation. On day two, you will be acquainted with the McKinley family and members of the Bespoke Equestrian Ireland team before meeting your horse and beginning your riding adventure. Spend the rest of the morning in the arenas and out on the trails to perfect the basics before joining your tour driver for lunch and a visit to the Giants Causeway and Dunluce Castle. Day three begins with more lessons and progression onto the next stage of riding. Ride further into the North Antrim hills as your confidence and ability grows and enjoy a high quality afternoon tea lunch experience in our mountain side cabin. The afternoon will be spent on a guided tour of the famed Glens of Antrim. The big finale happens on day 4 where we will meet you at the beach riding location with your trusty steed. Enjoy the freedom, fun and buzz of riding across one of our most beautiful beaches. This really will be unforgettable. With this bucket list item firmly ticked off, enjoy a leisurely boat tour around the coast in the afternoon.
It makes for an ideal way to experience the iconic Causeway Coast and offers a taste of everything that makes Ireland’s north coast world famous: white sand beaches, rugged coastlines, verdant countryside, enchanting forests, mountainous trails, tours to our main attractions and quality Irish hospitality!
Daily Itinerary
Céad míle fáilte (one hundred thousand welcomes)
Today you will be travelling to the North Coast of Ireland where you will be staying for the night prior to your riding holiday with us. We will let you know where you will be staying prior to your arrival.
Get settled in, enjoy some food and drink in a local establishment and get a good nights rest to be ready for what the coming days has in store.
We cant wait to meet you!
Overnight: North Antrim Coast
Our driver will pick you up at your accomodation and take you to our stables.
Whether you have a little horse riding experience or no horse riding experience at all, on arrival at our stables, after being greeted and some hospitality, your riding instructor will introduce you to a tried and tested schoolmaster that will be your horse for the next 3 days. Under the guidance of your personal instructor, you will start of with basic instruction in the arenas and when ready, will head out on to the riding trails to put your new found skills into practice. Under expert instruction you will soon see a remarkable increase in your skill levels that will improve with time in the saddle riding on a variety of terrain. Not only will you be learning how to ride, the scenery in stunning and with views over 5 counties, you will not forget this day in a hurry.
Your first day will finish at lunchtime with a great sense of accomplishment when your tour guide will pick you up, take you for lunch before taking you for an afternoon’s sightseeing on the spectacular North Coast. You will visit iconic sights and some of the well known Game of Thrones locations such as Dunluce Castle, the Giants Causeway, Ballintoy Harbour and the Dark Hedges. On route you will also see the beautiful Whitepark Bay Beach where you will be riding on day three, before returning to your accommodation.
Overnight: County Antrim Coast
You will be picked up and taken to our stables for another morning of expert tuition, building you up to the challenge of riding on Whitepark Bay beach tomorrow. The lessons will help us progress onto the next stage of riding. Ride further into the North Antrim hills as your confidence and ability grows and enjoy a high quality afternoon tea lunch experience in our mountain side cabin, with panoramic views for 60 miles around. Use the last part of time in the arena to put the finishing touches to your preparation as beach ride day comes closer.
After riding you will be again taken for another afternoon of sightseeing to the beautiful Nine Glens of Antrim, visiting places such as Glenarrife Waterfalls, Murlough Bay and more Game of Thrones film locations chosen for their dramatic settings. Tonight, enjoy the time in the local town and be sure to get a good rest to be ready for what tomorrow has in store!
Overnight: County Antrim Coast
It’s Beach Day! Today’s ride begins at WhitePark Bay, located near the picturesque village of Ballintoy. With sand so pure it shines for miles, it’s the perfect backdrop for a morning out on the beach! If you’re lucky the famous “Sunbathing Cattle” will be on the beach basking in the sun’s warmth. Historically, Ballintoy beach was mainly associated with salmon fishing. Like most places along the northcoast, the views from here are spectacular and offer some amazing photo opportunities.
Here you will be supported by our guides who will look after you and help you to put what you have learned into practice. Enjoy the unbelievable feeling of accomplishment, the feeling of the wind in your hair, the noise of the waves and the smell of the sea air as you make your way across the golden sands. Make sure to get the perfect photos and videos of your time with the help from your instructor so that these memories will always be clear in your mind!
This afternoon after lunch enjoy a boat tour along the North Coast. As you depart the harbour you are greeted with spectacular views of the cliffs at Fairhead, Rathlin Island and Mull of Kintyre in Scotland.
As you make your way along the coast, you’ll take in the sights of Kinbane Castle, Carrick a Rede Rope Bridge, The Fisherman’s Cottage on Carrick a Rede Island, and spectacular sea caves.
The cliffs are alive with nesting sea-birds from early spring. A sighting of seals, dolphins, whales and basking sharks can often be seen in late summer.
Onward Journey: If you would like an additional night of accommodation tonight then this can be arranged upon request or we can help you with your onward journey
What’s Included?
Locations where we ride: |
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| Sheans Horse Farm stables | North Antrim hills |
| Trail riding lessons | Arena lessons |
| Old Balintoy Road | Whitepark Bay beach |
What’s included in the trip: |
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| 3 nights of B&B accommodation | 1x beach |
| 1x quality picnic lunch | 2x lunches at local establishments |
| Tea and Fresh Baked Scones on Arrival | Quality riding instruction |
| Luggage transport | Horse transport |
| 3 Sightseeing afternoon tours | Tour of Giants Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Dark Hedges |
| 5* Coastal Riding | Tour of the Glens of Antrim and boat tour of Coast |
2023 Rates and Dates
Every Sunday year round (Riding starts on Monday):
£1345
Flexible starting date of your choice:
£1545pps
*The above rates are based on a minimum of 4 riders (Can all be from your booking or a combination of other bookings)
If there are less than 4 persons booked on the ride, the price you pay will be:
Every Monday year round:
2/3 persons – £1552pps
Flexible starting date of your choice:
2/3 persons – £1752pps
Single riders
Single riders are welcome to ride individually, or can also avail of the above rates as long as they join one of our existing bookings.
Contact us to discuss price and availability.
If an additional person joins the ride for the full 3 days, we are happy to give a refund where applicable in event of someone having overpaid.
*Prices are based on two people sharing a room. A Single Room Supplement of £50 per night applies for those who require a single room.
Optional Add-ons
1. We can arrange for you to be picked up at any airport or from anywhere in Ireland and transport you after your riding tour, to wherever you require.
2. Hire of photographer for a day/half day
3. Upgrade to Hotel accommodation can be arranged.
4. Extra night of accomodation at the end of the trip
5. Itinerary planning for non-riding partners such as for Golf, fishing, sightseeing, genealogy. Check out our Out of Tack page and our itinerary planning website at www.premierexperiencesni.com