On the route of Don Quixote de la Mancha

Introduction
Central Spain Spain
This trip is a mixture of horseback riding and cultural experiences, inside a traditional Purebred Spanish horse breeding farm.

The Jiménez Latorre stud farm was founded in 1980 by the Jiménez Ruiz family. The rural house opened its doors to the public in 2018. It is located in the region of La Mancha on the route of Don Quixote.
Discover this beautiful region known as the Oasis de la Mancha and learn more about the local wildlife that frequent the area (birds, deer...).

Cultural experiences include a visit to the Don Quixote as well as a Food tour (oil cellars or wine or Manchego cheese). 

Accomodation


Accommodations
This is a stationary ride so all nights are spent at the same location. 

Description
You sleep in a charming farmhouse next to the horse stud. The rooms have comfortable beds and include air conditioning, a private bathroom and a TV. There is also an outdoor pool to cool off in the evening.

Room Occupancy
If we are unable to find another rider to share the room with you, the single supplement fee applies.



Meals
All meals are included on this trip from dinner on Day 1 until breakfast on the last day.

Discover the local gastronomy with homemade meals cooked with fresh ingredients. The farm has its own organic garden and uses free-range eggs, lambs raised in the surrounding field as well as wild rabbits. 

Dietary Restrictions
Special diets (vegetarian, gluten free, allergies, etc.) can be arranged with advance notice.

Riding

For this tour, the guides have a basic level of English. If you want a bilingual guide, an extra fee is required.

Itinerary



Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Day 1: Arrival 
Transfer to Yeguada Jiménez Latorre, Corral del Conde Ferrán Caballero, near Ciudad Real.
After resting we will have a short welcome talk and a tour of the facilities, Observation of the Horses of the Yeguada Jiménez Latorre (Pura Raza Española).
Meals included: Dinner
Overnight near Ciudad Real

Day 2: Stud Ride
After breakfast, we will see and participate in the dressage work that is done daily in this renowned Spanish Stud. You will get a lesson of high school and classical dressage led by an expert equestrian teacher from OMTE (World Organization of Equestrian Tourism). You can go on a short walk around the stud farm before lunch.
In the afternoon we will get to ride some of the beautiful horses from the stud and we will go horseback riding along the trails of the Don Quixote de la Mancha route (3 hours).
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight near Ciudad Real

Day 3: Carriage & Food Tour
This morning, we go on a 3-hour horse-drawn carriage tour, passing through olive groves and beautiful landscapes along the Don Quixote route. Then, lunch and rest.
In the afternoon there will be an outing to experience Spanish gastronomy. Depending on the time of the year and preference, you can choose between tasting: wines, olive oil or the famous La Mancha cheeses.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight near Ciudad Real

Day 4: Sightseeing & Sunset Ride
We start the day with a visit to the museum dedicated to the immortal figure of Don Quixote. Then, we enjoy a tour of the main square of Ciudad Real, which is the heart of the historic center, founded in the 13th century, it is the place where the weekly market is held.
After our visits, transfer back to Yeguada Jiménez for lunch. In the late afternoon, you will ride (approx 3 hours) along another path of the Don Quixote route to enjoy a beautiful sunset.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight near Ciudad Real

Day 5: Departure
After breakfast, you will have some time to interact with the Welsh Mountain horses. Then, transfer to the Ciudad Real station to take the train to Madrid.
Meals included: Breakfast

Rates and Dates for On the route of Don Quixote de la Mancha

Dates Note:

Other Info
Meeting: Ciudad Real
Airport: Madrid
Transfer: Ciudad Real train station

Climate:
                                                Ciudad Real area