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Sample Itinerary: Shorter version of Etruscan Trail - subject to changes
This ride is a combination of center based rides (three 2-hour rides ) and a short 3 day Etruscan trail, during which we explore the ancient paths of the Etruscans, the early inhabitants of Italy - long before the age of the Roman empire. This is an excellent package for those who are curious about trying a full trek on horseback.
This trip is for intermediate riders and above.
Day 1: Arrival
Arrival, dinner and first overnight.
Meals included: Dinner
Overnight at Farmhouse
Day 2: Introductory Half-Day Ride
We enjoy the first two-hour ride in the woods and hills that surround the farmhouse. The rest of the day is spent at your leisure; you may want to visit the region, simply to relax on our garden.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Farmhouse
Day 3: Half-Day Ride
On the program is an other two-hour ride.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Farmhouse
Day 4: Half-Day Ride
An other two-hour ride. We assign the horse for the trail and prepare the equipment.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Farmhouse
Day 5 & 6: Trail Ride
On the three days trail we will ride through beech woods, Etruscan Necropolis, Etruscan roads "Vie Cave" cut deep in the tuff rock more than 2000 years ago, Etruscan villages, hills and beautiful countryside. We sleep in country houses along the road.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Country Houses
Day 7: Back to the Farmhouse
In the evening of Friday we will come back to the farmhouse where we will enjoy our final dinner together.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Farmhouse
Day 8: Departure
breakfast and departure.
Meals included: Breakfast
* The program may be modified at any time due to prevailing weather conditions or for technical reasons.
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On Etruscan Trails in Tuscany
Tour Code: IT-ITRT02
8 days /
7 nights
~$1,960.00
Dates: May to October
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Difficulty :
Lodging:
Introduction
Day to Day Itinerary
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Dates
Accomodation
Mini Etruscan Trail
Tack:
Western
Horses:
Haflingers, Appaloosas, Paints, Maremm...
Pace:
Moderate with trots and canters where ...
Walk, Trot, Canter,
Airport:
Rome Fiumicino
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What To Bring
A |
Beginner
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Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does
not canter.
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B |
Novice
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Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of
applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting
trots, and short canters. |
C |
Intermediate
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Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces
(including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly. |
D |
Strong Intermediate
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Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and
is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day.
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E |
Advanced
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All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handling
a spirited horse in open country.
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