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Our equestrian tours in USA 
Horseback riding vacations in USA
North America with its wide open spaces and tradition of exploring the undiscovered on horseback is still the ultimate destination for horse lovers.
With hundreds of riding destinations and equestrian opportunities the United States of America and Canada offer cowboy traditions, vast wilderness areas and the genuine hospitality of the guest and working ranches of the West. Here you will find a horseback riding trip that will fulfill your lifelong dreams. Explore the Rocky Mountains on a wilderness pack trip, canter across open beaches in California, drive a herd of horses in Idaho, muster cattle in Montana, join a Cowgirl Camp in New Mexico, ride from Inn to Inn in Utah -- the list goes on and far too many options to mention here. Regardless of whether you join a pack trip to faraway regions, ride from inn to inn, or stay at a cattle or guest ranch, the USA and Canada are the right places to fulfill even the most discriminating riding dreams.
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Holidays on horseback in USA
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Big Belt Mountains Cattle Drive
(CDMT03)
Montana, USA
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate
$1,995
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Welcome to one
of the great cattle drives of the West! We are located in the mountains of
southwestern Montana. If you look on a map and find Helena, you'll see a large
lake called Canyon Ferry Lake.... Minimum riding level: Good Novice+

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Pryor Mountains Cattle Drives
(CDWY01)
Wyoming, USA
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate
$1,675
This Montana Working Ranch was built in l898 and has run thousands of head of cattle and been the home of many cowboys who have rode and ... Minimum riding level: Intermediate

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Grand Tetons Covered Wagon Train
(CWWY01)
Wyoming, USA
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate
$995
Thank you for joining us on one of Western America's most unique vacation idea. Trek with us along unused roads in the foothills of the Rockies and near the mighty Tetons. Camp with us in grassy meadows by a noisy stream, share some Dutch oven grub fro... Minimum riding level: All riding levels

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White Stallion Ranch- Standard Room
(GRAZ03)
Arizona, USA
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate
$1,155
Indulge yourself! Relax, bask in the warm Arizona sun, make new friends, learn new skills and rejuvenate your soul in the beautiful Arizona desert
This charming, informal ranch gives you the feeling of the Old West. On... Minimum riding level: All riding levels
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Wilderness Trails Ranch
(GRCO07)
Colorado, USA
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate
$1,995
Secluded, yet easily accessible, and surrounded by water, the Wilderness Trails is in a true wilderness setting, bordering the Piedra and Weminuche Wilderness Areas-- Colorado’s largest roadless landscape, and lies in the Upper Pine River Valley—just upstream from Valle... Minimum riding level: All riding levels
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Gila Cowgirl Camp
(RTNM04-ex)
New Mexico, USA
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate
$1,395
Aspiring cowgirls with a taste for adventure and new challenges will find a real "working ranch" experience - and much more - at this "Cowgirl Camps", which are scheduled throughout the year. Sign on for 5 days of wide open spaces in our southwestern classroom and ride back in time ... Minimum riding level: Good Novice+
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Gila Cattle Round Up
(RUNM02)
New Mexico, USA
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate
$1,675
What would a Ranch Vacation be like without a Cattle Roundup?? Because the climate in southwestern New Mexico is so mild during every season, we are able to calve year ‘round. This means most of the guests have an opportunity to help with various phases of cattle work, and can include roundups, sort... Minimum riding level: Good Intermediate
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Cowboy Adventure in Colorado
(WRCO02)
Colorado, USA
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate
$1,899
Head on out to Colorado and the wild, wild west and experience life on a real Colorado cattle ranch. Fulfill your cowboy dream, live the life and experience the magic! At this ranch you have the opportunity to become a cowboy in a true western adventure. We don't just r... Minimum riding level: All levels
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Lonesome Spur Ranch
(WRMT06)
Montana, USA
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate
$1,735
This is a fifth generation working cattle ranch lying in the Clarks Fork Valley, between the Pryor M... Minimum riding level: All riding levels

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Gila Wilderness Working Ranch
(WRNM04)
New Mexico, USA
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate
$1,595
Indulge your Cowboy Spirit with cattle roundups, cayuses, trail riding, and the undiluted, raw sensations of southwestern New Mexico. Explore a vacation paradise exceptionally beautiful and rich in the history of the southwest, as we are in the heart of Ap... Minimum riding level: Low Intermediate

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Pryor Mountains Working Ranch
(WRWY02)
Wyoming, USA
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate
$1,575
This ranch in the Pryor Mountains is an authentic working cattle and horse ranch south of Billings, Montana. This is not a dude ranch. Cowboys have... Minimum riding level: Intermediate

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United States of America
The USA is a huge country to explore, with 50 states to choose from, flanked by two oceans and covering an incredibly varied terrain. For five centuries, since the 'New World' discoveries of Christopher Columbus, people from every corner of the globe have come here in search of 'the American Dream'. Between them, they have created the richest, most powerful country on earth, and a fascinating melting pot of cultures and traditions.
Vast plains, snow-covered mountain ranges, forested rolling hills, deserts, strange rock formations, soaring skyscrapers, stunning coastlines, impressive national parks and a thriving cultural scene; the USA has it all, plus some.
Before the arrival of Christopher Columbus initiating trade routes to the Americas in 1492, the northern continent was inhabited by peoples thought to have been descended from nomadic Mongolian tribes who had travelled across the Bering Sea, between Russia and Alaska. The first wave of European settlers, mainly English, French and Dutch, crossed the Atlantic in the 17th century. The restrictions on political rights and punitive taxation imposed by the British government on American colonists led to the Boston Tea Party and the ensuing American War of Independence (1775-1783), with the Declaration of Independence being signed in 1776. The American Constitution resulted from the states' Declaration, a governing format emulated by many other countries.
By 1853, the boundaries of the USA were, with the exception of Alaska and Hawaii, as they are today. Economic activity in the southern states centred on plantation agriculture dependent on slavery. Attempts by liberally-inclined Republicans, led by Abraham Lincoln, to end slavery were opposed. The election of Lincoln to the presidency in 1861 precipitated a political crisis in which 10 Southern states seceded from the Union, leading to the American Civil War - a war that focused primarily on states' rights. After the four years of war, the country entered a period of consolidation, building up an industrial economy and settling the vast interior region of America known as the Wild West.
International Trade Administration, Office of Travel & Tourism Industries
US Department of Commerce, 1401 Constitution Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20230, USA Tel: (202) 482 0140. Website: www.tinet.ita.doc.gov
Travel Industry Association of America
1100 New York Avenue, NW, Suite 450, Washington, DC 20005, USA Tel: (202) 408 8422. Website: www.tia.org
Embassy of the United States of America in the UK
24 Grosvenor Square, London W1A 1AE, UK Tel: (020) 7499 9000. Website: www.usembassy.org.uk Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0830-1730. Consulates in: Belfast and Edinburgh. Tel: (020) 7894 0563 (24 hour visa information line: UK only: identical information is available on the embassy website at no cost) or 09042 450100: calls cost £1.20 per minute ( operator-assisted visa information).
General Information
Location
North America.
Time
The USA is divided into six time zones: Eastern Standard Time: GMT - 5 (GMT - 4 from second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November). Central Standard Time: GMT - 6 (GMT - 5 from second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November). Mountain Standard Time: GMT - 7 (GMT - 6 from second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November. Arizona does not observe DST). Pacific Standard Time: GMT - 8 (GMT - 7 from second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November). Alaska: GMT - 9 (GMT - 8 from second Sunday in March to first Sunday in November). Hawaii: GMT - 10.
Area
9,826,630 sq km (3,794,083 sq miles).
Population
301 million (official estimate 2007).
Population Density
32.5 per sq km.
Capital
Washington, DC. Population: 581,530 (2006). Over 25 other cities have a population larger than that of Washington, DC. New York is the largest city, with a population of 8.3 million (2006). Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Antonio and San Diego had populations ranging from 1.2 - 3.8 million in 2005.
Geography
Covering a large part of the North American continent, the USA shares borders with Canada to the north and Mexico to the south and has coasts on the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic oceans, the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. The State of Alaska, in the northwest corner of the continent, is separated from the rest of the USA by Canada, and Hawaii lies in the central Pacific Ocean. The third-largest country in the world (after the Russian Federation and Canada), the USA has an enormous diversity of geographical features. The climate ranges from subtropical to Arctic, with a corresponding breadth of flora and fauna. For a more detailed description of each region's geographical characteristics, see the individual state sections.
Government
Federal Republic since 1789. Gained independence from the UK in 1776. The USA has 50 States and the District of Columbia (as in ‘Washington, DC'), which lies between Maryland and Virginia.
Head of State
President Barack Obama since 2009.
Recent History
National security in general is a major issue for the USA. President George W Bush secured a second term at the presidential election in November 2004 while the Republicans tightened their grip on the Senate, kept control of the House of Representatives, and also presided over the possibility of further changes in the Supreme Court. Mid-term election results in November 2006 represented a turnaround of public opinion as the Democrats gained the majority in the Senate and House of Representatives.
The election of November 2008 saw a record turnout and victory to Democrat candidate Barack Obama. He took over from George W Bush as president in January 2009.
Language
English, with significant Spanish-speaking minorties (10.7%).
Religion
Protestant majority (52%) with Roman Catholic, Mormon, Jewish and many ethnic minorities.
Electricity
110 volts AC, 60Hz. Plugs are of the flat two-pin type. European electrical appliances not fitted with dual-voltage capabilities will require a plug adaptor, which is best purchased before arrival in the USA.
Social Conventions
Americans are renowned for their openness and friendliness to visitors. The wide variety of national origins and the USA's relatively short history has resulted in numerous cultural and traditional customs living alongside each other. In large cities, people of the same ethnic background often live within defined communities. Shaking hands is the usual form of greeting. A relaxed and informal atmosphere is usually the norm. As long as the fundamental rules of courtesy are observed, there need be no fear of offending anyone of any background. Gifts are appreciated if one is invited to a private home. As a rule, dress is casual. High-end restaurants, hotels and clubs may require more formal attire. Smoking is increasingly unpopular in the US; it is essential to ask permission before lighting up. Smoking is not allowed on city transport and restricted or forbidden in public buildings in most states. There will be a posted notice where no smoking is requested. An increasing number of states (including California and New York) have banned smoking altogether in bars, restaurants and many public places.
Passport/Visa
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Passport Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
Yes |
| USA |
N/A |
| Other EU |
Yes |
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Visa Required? |
| British |
No/2 |
| Australian |
No |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
N/A |
| Other EU |
No/1 |
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Return Ticket Required? |
| British |
Yes |
| Australian |
Yes |
| Canadian |
No |
| USA |
N/A |
| Other EU |
Yes |
Visas
Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days except: 1. nationals of Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Malta, Poland and Romania, who do require a visa as they are not included in the Visa Waiver Program.
Visa Note
(a) Landed Immigrants of Canada and British residents of Bermuda who are citizens of, and have valid passports from, Commonwealth countries or Ireland are not eligible to enter the USA without a visa. (b) All passengers using US airports for transit purposes are required to obtain a transit visa. This does not affect qualified travellers travelling visa free under the Visa Waiver Program. (c) To qualify for visa-free travel under the Visa Waiver Program, nationals must travel on a valid passport, for holiday, transit or business purposes only and for a stay not exceeding 90 days. They must also obtain approval through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA). See below for more information. (d) Passengers must have the full address and ZIP code of where they are staying in the USA to be able to fully complete the I-94W form. Note: Airlines are also required to collect passenger details, including the address of their first night's accommodation in the USA, before they board the aircraft. (e) 2. Holders of UK passports with the endorsement British Subject, British Dependent Territories Citizen, British Protected Person, British Overseas Citizen or British National (Overseas) Citizen do not qualify for the Visa Waiver Program. A passport which states holder has right of abode or indefinite leave to remain in the UK does not qualify for visa free travel. (f) A visa does not expire with the expiry of the holder’s passport. An unexpired, endorsed visa in an expired passport may be presented for entry into the USA, as long as the visa itself has not been cancelled, is undamaged, is less than 10 years old and is presented with a valid non-expired passport, provided that both passports are for the same nationality. (g) Nationals of countries not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses). ESTA: The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) came into force on 12 January 2009. It is a fully automated, electronic system for screening passengers before they begin travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program. ESTA applications must be submitted at least 72 hours before travel to the USA. Some websites may charge you for the service but you can apply online for free at www.dhs.gov. The granting of an ESTA does not guarantee entry to the USA.
Types of Visa and Cost
Tourist, Business, Transit and Student: US$131.
Validity
Visas may be used for travel to the USA until the date it expires. Some visas are valid for multiple entries. The length of stay in the USA is determined by US immigration officials at the time of entry but is generally six months; there is, however, no set time.
Applications to: Embassy or consulate.
Working Days Required Usually five after interview. Some cases may take up to 12 weeks – check with embassy/consulate
Passports
Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in the chart above; validity varies - for most countries the passport must be valid for at least six months from the date on which the holder enters the USA. If not, the holder will be admitted until the expiration date on the passport; check with the embassy (see Contact Addresses).
Passport Note
(a) For nationals included in the Visa Waiver Program (see Visas), passports must be valid for at least 90 days from date of entry. (b) All travellers entering the USA under the Visa Waiver Program require individual machine-readable passports. Children included on a parent's passport also now require their own machine-readable passport. Travellers not in possession of machine-readable passports will require a valid USA entry visa. (c) As of 12 January 2009, all travellers visiting the US under the Visa Waiver Programme are to provide details online 72 hours prior to travel. For more information, please see below. (d) Passports issued on or after 26 October 2005 will need to have a biometric identifier in order for the holder to travel visa free under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Machine-readable passports issued between 26 October 2005 and 25 October 2006 require a digital photograph printed on the data page or an integrated chip with information from the data page. Machine-readable passports issued on or after 26 October 2006 will require an integrated chip with information from the data page (e-passport). Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI): All persons, including US citizens, travelling by air between the USA and Canada, Central and South America, the Caribbean and Bermuda are required to present a valid passport, or other approved document, when entering or re-entering the USA. Similar requirements for those travelling by land or sea will be introduced on 1 June 2009. For further details about the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, visit the website of the US Department of State: (website: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html).
Money
Currency
US Dollar (US$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of US$100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1. Coins are in denominations of US$1, and 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 cents.
Currency Exchange
Hotels do not, as a rule, exchange currency and only a few major banks will exchange foreign currency, so it is advisable to arrive with US Dollars.
Credit/Debit Cards and ATMs
Most major credit cards are accepted throughout the USA, including American Express, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa. Visitors are advised to carry at least one major credit card, as it is common to request prepayment or a credit card imprint for hotel rooms and car hire, even when final payment is not by credit card.
Traveller's Cheques
Widely accepted in hotels, stores and restaurants, provided they are US Dollar cheques; Pound Sterling traveller's cheques are not acceptable and few banks will change these. Change is issued in US Dollars. It should be noted that many banks do not have the facility to cash traveller's cheques and those that do are likely to charge a high commission. One or (in some cases) two items of identification (passport, credit card, driving licence) may also be required. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take traveller's cheques in US Dollars.
Banking Hours
Variable, but generally Mon-Fri 0900-1700.
Health
Vaccinations
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Special Precautions |
Certificate Required? |
| Yellow Fever |
No |
No |
| Cholera |
No |
No |
| Typhoid and Polio |
No |
N/A |
| Malaria |
No |
N/A |
| Inoculation regulations can change at short notice. Please take medical advice in the case of doubt. |
Other Risks
Rabies may be present in wildlife. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.
Health Care
Medical insurance providing cover up to at least US$500,000 is strongly advised. Only emergency cases are treated without prior payment and treatment will often be refused without evidence of insurance or a deposit. All receipts must be kept in order to make a claim. Medical facilities are generally of an extremely high standard. Many medications available over the counter in other countries require a prescription in the US. Those visiting the USA for long periods with school-age children should be aware that school entry requirements include proof of immunisation against diphtheria, measles, poliomyelitis and rubella throughout the USA, and schools in many States also require immunization against tetanus, pertussis and mumps. HIV-positive visitors must apply at the Embassy for a waiver of inadmissibility before entry.
Getting There
Getting There by Air
The principal US airlines operating international services are: American Airlines (AA) (website: www.aa.com), Continental Airlines (website: www.continental.com), Delta Air (website: www.delta.com), Northwest Airlines (website: www.nwa.com) and United Airlines (website: www.ual.com).
Flight Times
From London to Miami is 9 hours 45 minutes, to New York is 7 hours 50 minutes, to San Francisco is 11 hours 10 minutes, to Seattle is 9 hours 50 minutes and to Washington DC is 8 hours 25 minutes (all times are by non-stop flight).
Note
Return flights to Europe from the east coast of the USA take approximately 30 to 40 minutes less than outward westbound flights, and from the west coast of the USA approximately 60 minutes less. Visitors arriving in the USA via international airports may be subject to serious delays. A stringent new security system, which requires all visitors with visas to be photographed and fingerprinted upon entry, was put into operation in January 2004, as part of US anti-terrorism measures. Experts warn that this heightened state of alert could prevail for the next few years.
Main Airports
The busiest airports in the USA include Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International (ATL) (website: www.atlanta-airport.com), Chicago O'Hare International (ORD) (website: www.ohare.com/ohare/home/asp), Los Angeles International (LAX) (website: www.lawa.org/lax), Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) (website: www.dfwairport.com), and Las Vegas McCarran International (LAS) (website: www.mccarran.com). For further details, consult the individual State sections.
Departure Tax None.
Getting There by Water
Main ports: Port of Anchorage (website: www.muni.org/port), Honolulu, State of Hawaii, Harbor Division (website: www.state.hi.us/dot/harbors), Port of New Orleans (website: www.portno.com), New York, The Port Authority on NY & NJ (website: www.panynj.gov/aviation.html), and Tampa Port Authority (website: www.tampaport.com).
Numerous cruise lines sail from ports worldwide to both the east and west coasts.
Getting There by Rail
The US and Mexican rail networks connect at Yuma, El Paso and Del Rio, with limited scheduled passenger services. There are several connections with the Canadian network, including New York–Montréal, Chicago–Toronto and Seattle–Vancouver services. For further information, contact Amtrak (tel: 1800 872 7245 or (212) 582 6875; website: www.amtrak.com). In the UK, contact Leisurail (tel: 0800 698 7545 or 0870 750 0222).
Getting There by Road
There are many crossing points from Canada to the USA. The major road routes are: New York to Montréal/ Ottawa, Detroit to Toronto/Hamilton, Minneapolis to Winnipeg and Seattle to Vancouver/Edmonton/Calgary. There are road links to Mexican destinations from El Paso, San Diego, Tucson and San Antonio.
Bus: Greyhound offers services to many destinations in Canada and some destinations in Mexico (tel: 1800 231 2222; website: www.greyhound.com).
Getting Around
Getting Around by Air
The USA may be crossed within five hours from east to west and within two hours from north to south. Strong competition between airlines has resulted in a wide difference between fares. Categories of fares include first-class, economy, excursion and discount. Night flights are generally cheaper. Cheap fares: Money-saving schemes for overseas visitors include discounts on internal flights with the Visit USA (VUSA) Airpass, offered by the principal US airlines (often in conjunction with British Airways) and can be purchased in advance. (Delta offers a similar scheme branded as Discover America.) These passes are offered as a minimum of three and a maximum of 10 coupons entitling the passenger to that number of flights within the USA at a discounted fare; price is based on the number of flight segments. A number of restrictions usually apply, including: (a) the pass must be booked in conjunction with a round-trip flight to the USA (although this can, in some cases, be on a different carrier); (b) tickets must be purchased outside North America and are not available to US, Canadian and some Caribbean residents; (c) tickets must often be purchased before a specified time (eg 21 days in advance); (d) the traveller must utilise the first coupon within a specified time period (usually within 60 days of arrival in the USA) and use all the coupons within 180 days of arrival. Agents are advised to contact the offices of individual airlines once a basic itinerary has been organised, as terms may vary. Note: Baggage allowance is often determined by number and size in addition to weight.
Getting Around by Water
There are extensive water communications both along the coastline and along the great rivers and lakes. The Ohio River carries more water traffic than any other inland waterway in the world. Tour ships and passenger and freight lines crisscross all the Great Lakes from ports in Duluth, Sault Sainte Marie, Milwaukee, Chicago, Detroit, Buffalo, Rochester, Cleveland and Toronto.
Getting Around by Rail
Nearly all the long-distance trains are operated by Amtrak, which serves more than 500 communities in 45 States over a 35,000km (22,000 mile) route system. Even so, rail is not considered the best or fastest way to travel within the USA, as trains can be slow and infrequent, as well as expensive. Some services, however, are popular and reliable. Services along the northeast corridor exist between Boston, New York and Washington. The ‘Acela Express’ high-speed rail service along the northeast corridor is capable of travelling up to 240kph (150mph), reducing the current three-hour trip between Washington, DC and New York by 30 minutes and the New York to Boston journey from four hours 30 minutes to three hours. Other routes from Washington, DC run south to Miami and New Orleans, and from Boston, New York or Washington, DC to Chicago. From Chicago, daily services radiate to Seattle, Portland, Oakland, San Francisco, Los Angeles, New Orleans and San Antonio (via Fort Worth). Connections also exist between Los Angeles and San Diego, Los Angeles and San Francisco, San Francisco and Bakersfield, San Francisco and Seattle (via Portland), San Antonio and Oklahoma City, New Orleans and Atlanta, and Kansas City and St Louis, amongst others. A coast-to-coast train service is provided between Jacksonville and Los Angeles via Tucson, El Paso, San Antonio, Houston and New Orleans. Prices and timetables are subject to change without notice. A variety of State and municipal bodies operate short-distance and commuter rail lines around various urban centres, many connected to stops on the Amtrak lines. Amtrak also operates a Thruway bus service, which connects to some cities and towns not on the Amtrak grid. A number of independent companies offer short routes, often in scenic locations, onboard vintage trains. These routes are often a good idea for travellers wishing to reach wilderness locations that are off the beaten track. Amtrak contact details: For up-to-date information, contact Amtrak (tel: (800) 872 7245 (toll-free in USA); website: www.amtrak.com); in the UK, contact Leisurail (tel: (0800) 698 7545 or (0870) 750 0222). US travel agents can also obtain information on Amtrak train services, schedules and travel packages through the Western Folder Distribution Company Travel Information Network by entering their ARC number online (website: www.travelinfonetwork.com). Facilities and services: Nearly all trains have coach seating and air conditioning, with a variety of sleeping accommodation available for a supplemental charge. All long-distance trains have waiter-staffed, seated dining facilities. Cafe cars on shorter trips provide snacks and beverages that guests can take back to their seats. Tour packages: Amtrak offers a variety of tour packages throughout the USA flexible to any budget. Full details are provided in the Amtrak Travel Planner, which is widely available. A great deal of the USA’s beautiful scenery and historical sites can only be viewed by train. Passenger trains continue to attract a discerning and ever-increasing clientele. Indeed, rail travel in the USA – as in many other countries – has undergone a considerable revival in recent years, and the trend continues. It is therefore advisable for passengers to reserve well in advance, as some routes are often booked out. Cheap fares: The USA Rail Pass is specifically designed for international travellers from outside the USA or Canada and offers 15 or 30 days of unlimited travel either on a national or regional basis. The National USA Rail Pass offers travel on the whole Amtrak network in the USA and Canada (excluding Auto Train, Metroliner and Acela Express between Boston, New York and Washington). It costs US$440 (US$295 off-peak) per person for 15 days and US$550 (US$385 off-peak) for 30 days. The peak season is from 28 May to 1 September and off-peak fares are in effect for the remainder of the year. Children under 2 years of age travel free and those aged 2 to 15 pay half the adult fare. The following Regional USA Rail Passes are also available: The Northeast Rail Pass is valid on trains from Newport News (Virginia) north to Boston (Massachusetts), Burlington (Vermont) and Montréal (Canada), west from Philadelphia to Harrisburg (both Pennsylvania), west from New York City to Niagara Falls (New York State), and all stations in between; the East Rail Pass covers the region east of Chicago (Illinois) and New Orleans (Louisiana) up to Montréal; the West Rail Pass covers the region west of Chicago to Seattle (Washington State), Portland (Oregon), San Francisco and Los Angeles (both California); the Far West Rail Pass covers the region from Denver (Colorado) to Seattle, San Francisco and Los Angeles; and the Coastal Rail Pass covers the west coast and from Seattle to San Diego (California). Prices for these passes vary between US$205 for the 15-day Northeast Rail Pass and US$405 for the 30-day West Rail Pass (with a 20 to 30 per cent reduction during off-peak season). The Northeast Rail Pass also provides the option of purchasing a 5-day pass for US$149 during the peak and off-peak seasons. Passes can be purchased prior to travel to the USA or at Amtrak stations, upon presentation of a valid passport issued outside Canada or the USA. Passports and passes must be presented for the issuance of rail tickets. The passes cover coach-class travel tickets and seat reservations on Amtrak passenger services. However, rail passes act as a form of payment for seats only – to guarantee a seat on a specific train, a reservation must be made well in advance; cancellation fees may apply. Travellers should contact Amtrak (tel: (800) 872 7245) to find out whether reservations are required on specific journeys they wish to make. For journeys where reservations are required, train times should be reconfirmed 24 hours prior to departure. Travellers planning to travel during peak times should make reservations well in advance. Further information on prices and timetables is available from Amtrak (for contact details, see above). A list of international sales representatives can be found online (website: www.amtrak.com/international/salesreps.html).
Getting Around by Road
Driving is a marvellous way to see the USA, although the distances between cities can be enormous (eg 4716km (2930 miles) between San Francisco and New York City). A realistic evaluation of travel times should be made to avoid over-strenuous itineraries. Driving conditions are excellent and the road system reaches every town. Petrol (gas) is cheaper than in Europe. AAA (American Automobile Association; website: www.aaa.com) offers touring services, maps and travel advice to affiliate auto club members. Some AAA clubs offer referrals to companies for vehicle insurance policies, which are compulsory in all States, even for hire cars. AAA basic benefits are offered as a courtesy to affiliate auto club members who present their valid membership card (eg AA membership for the UK) while visiting in the USA. For further information, Americans should contact their local AAA club office (listed in the local telephone directory), while visitors to the USA should contact their own national association for information on the AAA before departure. Bus: Greyhound is the main national coach carrier and covers the whole of the USA. This 24-hour service is supplemented by over 11,000 other tour lines, covering the country with reasonably priced and regular services. Some Greyhound services are available to Canada and Mexico. There are express bus services between major cities. Air conditioning, toilets and reclining seats are available on all buses. Meals are not provided, however, food and drink (non-alcoholic) may be consumed on board and there are regular meal stops on longer routes. Unlimited stopovers are allowed for unrestricted fares. Reservations are not accepted (although may be required if connecting to another carrier) and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis; passengers are advised to arrive at the terminal approximately one hour before the scheduled departure. For information on fares and schedules, contact Greyhound (tel: (800) 231 2222 (toll-free in USA) or (214) 849 8100 (international callers); website: www.greyhound.com). Cheap fares: Greyhound offers a range of Discovery Pass programmes, valid for 4 to 60 days in the USA and/or Canada, which can be purchased by US, Canadian and overseas travellers. The International Ameripass is 10 to 15 per cent cheaper than the domestic version, but must be purchased outside the USA and Canada. The Ameripass, which gives seven, 10, 15, 21, 30, 45 or 60 days unlimited travel throughout the USA and some points within Mexico, costs US$229-609 for domestic purchasers (US$219-559 for international). A four-day pass is also available for US$165, but only to overseas visitors. Passes are validated at the ticket counter at the beginning of the trip and identification must be shown; individual tickets are not necessary. The pass is valid for a continuous period (depending on which pass is purchased) starting from validation. Unlimited stops are allowed. Discounted fares are available for children aged 2 to 12 years, passengers over 62 years old and students enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate study. A variety of regional discounts are also available. For further details, contact Greyhound on one of their Discovery Pass numbers (tel: (888) 454 7277 (if purchased in the USA) or (888) 661 8747 (if purchased in Canada) or (402) 330 8552 or 330 8584 (if purchased overseas)). Car hire: Major international companies have offices at all gateway airports and in most cities. There are excellent discounts available for foreign visitors. US$160 per week is an acceptable budget rate and drivers should make sure that free unlimited mileage is included. A drop-off charge will most likely be added if the car is deposited in a different city from the one in which it was hired. Credit-card deposits and inclusive rates are generally required. As a guide to car sizes, an ‘Economy’ or ‘Compact’ refers to a car the size of a standard European car, while a ‘Standard’ refers to a car nearly the size of a limousine. Minimum ages for hirers vary according to the rental company, pick-up point and method of payment. Agents are advised to contact the individual companies for information on drivers under 25 years of age. Those looking to hire a car in the USA can save money through fly-drive deals and by booking a car in advance (obtaining written confirmation of the price is recommended). Drive away: Auto Driveaway provides a service enabling the traveller to drive cars to and from a given point, only paying the price of petrol. A deposit is often required and time and mileage limits are set for delivery, which leaves very little time for sightseeing (there are heavy financial penalties for those who exceed the limits). Drivers should also check the car beforehand, so as not to incur any unnecessary repair costs. Some companies allow the driver to finish the journey in Canada. Details are published under Automobile & Truck Transporting in the US Yellow Pages. For further information, contact Auto Driveaway (tel: (312) 341 1900; website: www.autodriveaway.com). Campers/motorhomes: The hire of self-drive campers or motorhomes, which are called ‘recreational vehicles’ or RVs in the USA, is easy and provides a good means of getting around. For more information contact The Recreational Vehicle Dealers Association (tel: (480) 464 7300; website: www.cruiseamerica.com). Documentation and insurance: An International Driving Permit is recommended, although it is not legally required (it is often very useful as an additional proof of identity). A full national driving licence is accepted for up to one year. All travellers intending to hire or drive cars or motorhomes in the USA are strongly advised to ensure that the insurance policy covers their total requirements, covering all drivers and passengers against injury or accidental death. A yellow ‘non-resident, interstate liability insurance card’, which acts as evidence of financial responsibility, is available through motor insurance agents. Additional Collision Damage Waiver covering the car itself is also strongly recommended; in some states this extra insurance is included in hire rates by law. Traffic regulations: Traffic drives on the right. The speed limit is usually 55mph (89kph) on motorways, but varies from State to State. Speed limits are clearly indicated along highways and are strictly enforced, with heavy fines imposed. Note that it is illegal to pass a school bus that has stopped to unload its passengers (using indicators and warning lights) and all vehicles must stop until the bus has moved back into the traffic stream. It is illegal for drivers not to have their licences immediately to hand. If stopped, do not attempt to pay a driving fine on the spot (unless it is demanded), as it may be interpreted as an attempt to bribe. Note: There are extremely tough laws against drinking and driving throughout the USA. These laws are strictly enforced.
Getting Around Towns and Cities
Some US cities now have good public transport services following a ‘transit renaissance’ after the energy crises of the 1970s. There are numerous underground train systems in operation in major cities including New York (subway), Washington, DC (metro), Boston (‘T’), Chicago (train) and San Francisco (BART – Bay Area Rapid Transit); others are being planned or built. There are also several tramway and trolleybus systems, including the much-loved antique trams found in San Francisco. Note: Many of the underground train systems are dangerous during off-peak hours (the New York subway, in particular, has acquired an almost gothic reputation for violence, although this has been much exaggerated), but they offer cheap, quick and efficient travel during the working day, particularly in New York, Boston and Chicago. Travel by any other means during the day is likely to be slow and arduous.
Communications
Telephone
Full IDD is available. Country code: 1. For emergency police, fire or medical services in major cities, dial 911. The following area codes denote toll-free (freephone) numbers: 800, 855, 866, 877 and 888. Telephone numbers with the prefix 900 are usually expensive.
Mobile Telephone
Most foreign mobile telephones, unless tri-band, do not work in the USA and charges are high. Most visitors choose to hire a mobile telephone.
Internet
There are Internet cafes in most urban areas. Many of the international airports offer Internet access too.
Post
There are numerous post offices throughout the States. Stamps can also be bought at stamp machines in hotels and shops and at ATMs, at an extra cost. Airmail to Europe takes up to one week. Post office hours: Mon-Fri 0900-1700 (24 hours at main offices in larger cities).
Media
Press
The most influential papers are the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and the Washington Post. Owing to the high degree of self-government of each State, newspapers tend to be region specific, although recent economic pressures have resulted in large-scale mergers. Even so, the USA publishes more newspapers than any other country, and has perhaps the bulkiest Sunday newspapers in the world, particularly the Sunday edition of The New York Times.
TV
The top television networks are ABC (American Broadcasting Corp), CBS (Columbia Broadcasting System), CNN (Cable News Network), FOX (Fox Television Network), and NBC (National Broadcasting Corp).
Radio
Among the national radio networks are ABC Radio Networks, American Radio Network (operated by CBS), National Public Radio and Westwood One (operated by CBS).
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Apache Trail
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$1,550
Ride for one or two weeks through southern Arizona. The Apache trail will lead you deep into the Sonoran Desert, through fields of cacti, towering Saguaros, up into the historic and picturesque mountains where we will follow in the foot steps of the famous Apache chiefs Chochise and Geronimo.
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Cross Country Arizona Trail
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$1,550
Explore Arizona from the Mexican Border to the Superstitions Wilderness. This trail is for experienced rider only.
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Geronimo Trail to the Grand Canyon
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$1,550
The rugged country along the Mogollon Rim was once roamed by Geronimo and the site of many a skirmish between the Apaches and the U.S.
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Grapevine Canyon Ranch
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$1,324
Wild and rugged, in the heart of Apache territory, the ranch is located in a beautiful secluded canyon of the Dragoon Mountains at an elevation of 5000 ft (1500m) some 85 miles from Tucson.This guest and working cattle ranch offers some of the best horseback riding vacations, pack trips and adventure horse treks, in the prettiest part of Arizona.
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Hassayampa River Working Ranch
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$925
Experience the life at a real working cattle ranch, have a look at the life and work of a cowboy..
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Monument Valley - Navajo Country Trail
9 days / 8 nights, regular rate ~$1,890
You probably have seen Monument Valley hundreds of times, but as you ride through it, you will see the real Monument Valley, perhaps for the first time. And somehow Monument Valley doesn't look like Monument Valley.
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Rancho de la Osa
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$1,435
Rancho de la Osa, or Ranch of the “She Bear,” is one of the last great Spanish Haciendas still standing in America. During the Mexican Revolution, Pancho Villa was said to have fired shots at the Hacienda.
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White Stallion Ranch- Standard Room
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$1,155
Indulge yourself! Relax, bask in the warm Arizona sun, make new friends, learn new skills and rejuvenate your soul in the beautiful Arizona desert This charming, informal ranch gives you the feeling of the Old West.
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Black Lake - June Lake Horse Drive
4 days / 4 nights, regular rate ~$850
Join us while we herd about 100 head of horses and mules. Your tents and gear will be transported each day and will be waiting for you as you drive the stock into camp.
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California Wine Country Trail
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$2,495
Discover California's Wine Country and its dramatic scenery while enjoying private tours and tastings of award winning wines. Ride the rare gaited Rocky Mountain Horse through vineyards and ancient redwood groves.
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Costanoa Coast Getaway
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,750
Explore the beauty of California's scenic coast trails while enjoying the comfort of the Tennessee Walker’s unique “running walk” and “rocking chair canter.” The Tennessee Walking horse is known for its gentle disposition and affectionate manner and we believe riding one of these gaited horses will spoil you for the rest of your life.
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High Sierras Wilderness Pack Trips
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,350
Take a week and pack up to really get away from it all. Join us on a weeklong pack trip into the Eastern High Sierras of California.
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John Muir Getaway Pack Trips
4 days / 3 nights, regular rate ~$655
Get away for a few days, take your family and enjoy a short wilderness pack trip into the High Sierras of California.Explore the vast areas of the John Muir Wilderness park throughout the summer.
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Mendocino Romantic Getaway
5 days / 4 nights, regular rate ~$1,195
The Mendocino County is known for its spectacular coast, seaside villages, picturesque vistas, parks, and award winning wines. As you meander toward the Mendocino Coast, you'll travel through sprawling wine country vineyards, wide-open meadows and into towering majestic redwood forests.
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Mustangs in the Wild
4 days / 3 nights, regular rate ~$675
The hills north of Boundary Peak look far too barren to support any animals larger than a chipmunk. Yet, ride deep into this high desert along the Nevada/California border, and you'll find cool springs, a few emerald meadows--and the wildest mustang herd in North America.
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North Coast Get-Away Ride
5 days / 4 nights, regular rate ~$1,375
Exciting Rides on the Beach and in the Redwood Forest are offered all year round. California's unique climate offers unmatched riding days even in the dead of winter.
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Owens Valley Horse Drive
4 days / 4 nights, regular rate ~$865
Drive 80 head of horses and mules over 80 miles from Owens Valley to Rock Creek or Reds Meadow. Drive herds horses and mules between the winter range in the Owens Valley and the summer headquarters in the High Sierra.
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Pacific Crest Trail - High Sierras Wilderness
29 days / 28 nights, regular rate ~$4,950
Tuolumne Meadows to Lone Pine Complete the John Muir Trail Tuolumne Meadows to Lone Pine. Seven layover days allow for time to rest and explore the remote jewels of the Sierra Nevada.
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Redwood Coast Ride
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$2,295
Canter along deserted ocean beaches, ride the bluffs while the Pacific crashes against rocks far below, and meander on mossy trails through the magnificent Redwood forest on this distinctive vacation on Northern California's rugged Mendocino Coast. This is an area of great beauty, rich in wildlife, where time flows at its own pace; the ghosts of Russian, Spanish and English adventurers tenaciously cling to this isolated part of the world.
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Spanish Springs Ranch
1 days / 1 nights, regular rate ~$165
In California's Northern Lassen County..
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Wild Mustangs - A Living Legacy
4 days / 3 nights, regular rate ~$650
The hills north of Boundary Peak look far too barren to support any animals larger than a chipmunk. Yet, ride deep into this high desert along the Nevada/California border, and you'll find cool springs, a few emerald meadows--and the wildest mustang herd in North AmericaTrack wild horses and relive the old west in the seldom visited Pizona area of the lnyo National Forest.
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Wine Country Getaway
4 days / 3 nights, regular rate ~$1,295
This is a shorter version of the 7 day California Wine Country Trail. Discover California's Wine Country and its dramatic scenery while enjoying private tours and tastings of award winning wines.
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Yosemite - Tuolumne Meadows Ride
5 days / 4 nights, regular rate ~$995
Spend five days wandering through one of the most beautiful places on earth − Yosemite National Park, America's first and foremost National Park. These trips explore the uncrowded back-country along the John Muir Trail.
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Yosemite Expedition Pack Trip
10 days / 9 nights, regular rate ~
Yosemite National Park embraces a spectacular tract of mountain-and-valley scenery in the Sierra Nevada, which was set aside as a national park in 1890. The park harbors a grand collection of waterfalls, meadows, and forests that include groves of giant sequoias, the world's largest living things.
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Yosemite Explorer Pack Trip
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$1,485
Yosemite National Park embraces a spectacular tract of mountain-and-valley scenery in the Sierra Nevada, which was set aside as a national park in 1890. The park harbors a grand collection of waterfalls, meadows, and forests that include groves of giant sequoias, the world's largest living things.
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Colorado Cowboy Weekend
3 days / 2 nights, regular rate ~$375
Classic Cowboy WeekendLearn the cowboy art of herding, corralling and sorting range cattle; the excitement of cutting and penning cows with a well trained, no nonsense, working cow horse. Live the adventure and challenge of team penning; three riders cutting designated cows from a herd then driving them into the pen for the best time.
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Cowboy Adventure in Colorado
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,899
Head on out to Colorado and the wild, wild west and experience life on a real Colorado cattle ranch. Fulfill your cowboy dream, live the life and experience the magic!
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Drowsy Water Ranch
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,800
Enjoy the western vacation of your dreams. For over 70 years this 600-acre ranch, nestled in its own private mountain valley, has provided folks from around the world with authentic western vacations.
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Home Ranch
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$2,640
Through the aspen trees surrounding your cabin come glimpses of Hahn's Peak which beckoned prospectors a century ago. To the North and East lies the Mount Zirkel Wilderness area.
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Natural Hot Springs Adventure
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,305
Crossing the backbone of the continent on seldom traveled trails through the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness, we descend into the broad San Luis Valley to camp two relaxing nights at the historic Valley View Hot Springs. The trails are steep and challenging; the camps camps remote and scenic.
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Sand Dune National Park Ride
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,305
The Great Sand Dunes National Park is the United States newest National Park, which officially came to be in September 2004. They are North America’s highest and tallest dunes, with the tallest one, Star Dune, reaching 750 feet above the valley floor.
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Sangre de Cristo Lodge Ride
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,605
An odyssey on horseback to some of the best high valleys in the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness. We travel south along the ancient range, riding from mountain lodge to lodge.
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Sangre de Cristo Ultimate Pack Trip
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,230
We cross 12,000 ft high passes, riding up to six or seven hours almost every day. Some traveling is along rough, unmaintained trails that may require moving rock slides or chopping a fallen trees blocking passage.
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Surf and Turf Getaway
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,305
A fantastic combo: three days riding high country trails followed by two days rafting the wild Arkansas RiverGroups meet in Colorado Springs each Sunday for an overnight at a hotel. Leaving the flatlands behind on Monday, we drive high into the heart of the Rockies.
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Weminuche Wilderness Pack Trip
5 days / 4 nights, regular rate ~$1,500
Travel into one of the most spectacular areas of the Western United States, deep in the Weminuche Wilderness of the San Juan Mountains. This area was heavily glaciated and the valleys are textbook geologic featuring meandering streams through enormous valleys with hanging waterfalls on the valley walls, great expanses of exposed granite and huge moraines.
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Wilderness Trails Ranch
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,995
Secluded, yet easily accessible, and surrounded by water, the Wilderness Trails is in a true wilderness setting, bordering the Piedra and Weminuche Wilderness Areas-- Colorado’s largest roadless landscape, and lies in the Upper Pine River Valley—just upstream from Vallecito Lake. Experience the best of the southwest Colorado for your perfect family ranch vacation, honeymoon, family reunion, horsemanship vacation, retreat, or dream horseback riding holiday.
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Zapata Working Ranch
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,695
The Zapata Ranch is a 103,000 acre authentic working cattle and bison guest ranch owned by The Nature Conservancy. It borders the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve along most of its eastern border.
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Heartland of Georgia SC Ranch
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$925
This guest and horse ranch in the heartland of Georgia is situated on two hundred acres of prime Georgia farmland. You can horseback ride for hours and not leave the ranch.
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Grand Teton Crest Ride
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,500
Unique Horseback Adventures in the Grand Tetons Join us for an experience of a lifetime! Set out on a trail riding adventure into the backcountry of the Grand Tetons where pristine meadows, high mountain passes, glacial lakes and towering peaks await you.
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Grand Tetons Backcountry Rides
5 days / 4 nights, regular rate ~$1,250
Unique Horseback Adventures Join us for an experience of a lifetime! Set out on a trail riding or horse packing adventure into the backcountry of the Grand Tetons where pristine meadows, high mountain passes, glacial lakes and towering peaks await you.
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Medicine Lodge Cowboy Experience
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,250
Share the life of a working cowboy, taking care of a thousand head of cattle on their summer range. Every day is different, it depends on the condition of the cattle and the time of year.
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Medicine Lodge Horse Drive
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,250
If you have ever rounded up and driven horses in miles of open country, you know it's not just a ride in the park! Driving horses 20 miles a day through all kinds of terrain is an adventure!
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Missouri Foxtrot Ride in the Ozarks
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,200
Experience the smooth-speed and agility of the exceptionally even-tempered gaited Missouri Foxtrot Horses while riding in the Missouri Ozarks - south of the glacier line in the heart of Missouri's cattle country. Relax and experience the pleasures of country living and ride over endless trails in the Meramec River Valley.
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Ozarks Ranch Getaway
4 days / 3 nights, regular rate ~$595
Relax and experience the pleasures of cowboy living on smooth gaited horses. Each season offers spectacular beauty and an abundance of activities at on of our working family farm, nestled in the Ozark highlands.
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Big Belt Mountains Cattle Drive
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,995
HTML clipboardWelcome to oneof the great cattle drives of the West! We are located in the mountains ofsouthwestern Montana.
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Bob Marshall Wilderness Pack Trips
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$1,845
Montana is a place of vast prairies, spectacular snow-covered mountains, verdant forests, and wild rivers and streams. Its land is filled with wildlife, its waters bountiful with fish.
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Lonesome Spur Ranch
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$1,735
This is a fifth generation working cattle ranch lying in the Clarks Fork Valley, between the Pryor Mountains and the Beartooth Mountains. From the rustic lodge you can enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets, watch white tail and mule deer, an occasional elk, mountain sheep or moose, the howl of the coyotes and the fleeting sight of the red fox.
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Voldseth Working Ranch
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,600
Since the 1870s, Voldseth ranch hands have worked cattle on this traditional Working Ranch. More than a century later very little has changed, except now a place is set at table for you.
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Yellowstone Pack Trips
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~
A true horseback riding adventure and fishing vacation into the backcountry of Yellowstone National Park. This is a unique vacation experience, whether you are an educationally oriented family, a fisherman looking for a remote trout fishing experience, or if you are just looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of ordinary life while enjoying the wilderness of Yellowstone, we can accomodate you.
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Chiricahua Apache Ride
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$950
Customized guided wilderness adventures expertly designed to concentrate on the surrounding environment, plant and animal identification methods, as well as seasonal foraging techniques. Your customized pack trip will provide you with an opportunity to experience fundamental techniques and knowledge of outdoor living skills; experiences essential for a safe, minimum impact, leave no trace, active enjoyment of this rugged and vast country.
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Gila Cattle Round Up
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,675
What would a Ranch Vacation be like without a Cattle Roundup??
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Gila Cowgirl Camp
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,395
Aspiring cowgirls with a taste for adventure and new challenges will find a real "working ranch" experience - and much more - at this "Cowgirl Camps", which are scheduled throughout the year. Sign on for 5 days of wide open spaces in our southwestern classroom and ride back in time with authentic western tradition.
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Gila Wilderness Nature Expedition
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,595
Experience the Gila Wilderness and Gila National Forest on horse back. Ride through the vast canyons and mountains of the Gila region.
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Gila Wilderness Working Ranch
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,595
Indulge your Cowboy Spirit with cattle roundups, cayuses, trail riding, and the undiluted, raw sensations of southwestern New Mexico.Explore a vacation paradise exceptionally beautiful and rich in the history of the southwest, as we are in the heart of Apache country.
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Southwest Pack Trips
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,095
"This National Forest is America's undiscovered treasure, offering endless trail riding in some of the most spectacular scenery anywhere." You will explore the breathtaking canyons, creeks and meadows of the 'Blue Range' and on some other dates the 'Middle Fork' of the Gila.
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Equestrian Lodge
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$1,566
Located in the heart of the beautiful Texas Hill Country near Bandera, the Equestrian Lodge offers first-class accommodations and quality horseback riding - hacking or clinics!The lodge lies on the northeast boundary of the Hill Country State Natural Area - a 5,400 acre primitive area, which boasts two live streams and 35 plus miles of riding and hiking trails.
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Panhandle Bar H Ranch
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$595
For three generations, the Hommel family has called this rugged and scenic land in the heart of the Texas Panhandle home. A wake-up call delivered by songbirds will replace your alarm clock.
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Panhandle Cattle Round Up
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$900
You like the working ranch idea, but you really want to work cattle a lot. Well, a Round Up will definitely give you that opportunity.
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Rio Grande Crossing Ride from Texas into Old Mexico
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$1,875
Mountainous, rugged, sparsely populated, this is the northern most reach of the Great Chihuahua desert. Sweeping vistas dare the eye at every turn.
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Texas Equestrian Clinic
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~
Located in the heart of the beautiful Texas Hill Country near Bandera, the Equestrian Lodge offers first-class accommodations and quality riding clinics! The lodge lies on the northeast boundary of the Hill Country State Natural Area - a 5,400 acre primitive area, which boasts two live streams and 35 plus miles of riding and hiking trails.
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Canyonlands Lodge Ride - Colorado Plateau
7 days / 6 nights, regular rate ~$2,250
Capitol Reef and Escalante Canyons is a landscape where thousands of feet of layered, multi-colored sediments have been thrust skyward by faulting of the earth's crust (the Circle Cliff anticline). Once you see this kaleidoscopic, jagged geologic spectacle, you'll understand why the Ute Indians called it the "Land of the Sleeping Rainbow".
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Colorado Plateau - Capitol Reef Ride
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,490
Capitol Reef is a landscape where thousands of feet of layered sediments, deposited over three-hundred million years of geologic history, have been thrust skyward by faulting of the earth's crust. Eons of water and wind have then carved the jagged, multi colored spectacle you see today.
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Colorado Plateau - Escalante Canyons Ride
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,490
The Grand Staircase/Escalante Canyons National Monument is Utah's largest tract of unspoiled wilderness. Over the eons, the Escalante Canyons have been sculpted by wind and water into a maze of gigantic proportions.
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Colorado Plateau - High Plateaus Ride
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,490
The Colorado Plateau - This broad expanse of rugged, colorful tablelands encompassing much of Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona (the 4-Corners area) is bounded by the Grand Canyon on the south and Uintah Basin on the north. To overlook the canyonlands from Utah's High Plateaus is a remarkable experience where the phrase "I can see for two-hundred miles" is not a figure of speech.
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Colorado Plateau - San Rafael Swell Rides
6 days / 5 nights, regular rate ~$1,490
The San Rafael Swell is 28,000 square miles of uninhabited wilderness--nearly three times the size of Rhode Island without a single human resident. The Swell is a gigantic bubble in the earth's crust which has eroded into a maze of deep, multi-hued canyons punctured by the mesas, buttes and pinnacles typical of the world famous canyonlands geography.
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Valley of Gods - Trail of the Ancient
8 days / 7 nights, regular rate ~$1,680
This is the first week of a two-week excursion between and through some of the most impressive valleys and canyons of the Southwest. We start our ride in Utah with the Valley of Gods and overlook parts of the Grand Canyon and then during the second week we ride into Arizona and the wonders of Monument Valley.
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Green Mountain Getaway
5 days / 4 nights, regular rate ~$1,195
Located in the heart of Central Vermont’s Green Mountain National Forest we offer a great getaway with overnights at an country inn with numerous facilities and superb dining. The use of all resort facilities is included in your trip.
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Sugarbush Weekend Ride
3 days / 2 nights, regular rate ~$600
For ten years now there has been a steady growing herd of Icelandic Horses in the Mad River Valley of central Vermont. They are right at home with the mountains, waterfalls, crisp mornings, snowy winters and the luscious green of Vermont summers.
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Vermont Country Inn Ride - Sugarbush
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