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Sample Itinerary: Summer Program - subject to change

Day 1 (Sunday): Arrival
After your individual arrival to Gheorgheni we transfer you to our ranch in the mountains (about 15 km). With a bit of luck, we may spot a deer or grouse on our way. After settling into your cozy rooms, our chef Brigitta indulges you with an original Szeklerian dinner in our rustic log cabin. 
Meals included: Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 2 (Monday): Introductory Ride
We start the day with a sumptuous, local breakfast. Then, we look for the horses in the pasture. After everyone has found their hoofed partner for the week, we clean and saddle the horses and set off. Today we climb the main ridge of the Carpathians. As we make our way uphill, the view gets better and better! Once at the top of “Lo Havas” we take a lunch break and enjoy our picnic on a high mountain pasture over which sheep and cows migrate in summer.
After lunch, we continue directly on the main ridge to the summit of “Csofronka”, from where we move back towards the Ranch. We lead the horses downhill and sit up again at a bear station in the valley. The last part of today’s route takes us along a romantic forest path, with a small mountain stream repeatedly crossing our path. This route is at its most beautiful in the afternoon, when the lower sun conjures up a wonderful play of light and shadow in the small mixed forest.
After taking care of the horses, the sauna and hot pot are ready to pamper you.
Riding approx. 4.5 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 3 (Tuesday): Sunrise Ride
This morning, we saddle up our horses before the sunrise and start our ride with the sounds of nature awakening. After a quick canter through the forest, we reach a plateau with beautiful views over the main ridge of the Carpathian mountains. We then go back through the forest, following the footsteps of bears and deer. After about 2.5 hours, we reach the summit of Big Sipos, at 1568m high. Here, we take a break for lunch. Then, we slowly make our way back to the guesthouse.
Riding approx. 5.5 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 4 (Wednesday): Hasmas National Park Ride
A long riding day awaits us today. We make our way sown the valley before taking a small mountain path to the Red Stone. From here, we enter the Hasmas National Park. Lunch will be taken in a high mountain pasture. Once back in the saddle, we make our way to the White Meadow, surrounded by with limestone. If we are lucky, we night encounter a herd of semi-wild Csango horses. After a thrilling canter, we continue making our way up through a spruce-tree forest. We will eventually approach the tree line and finally enjoy a beautiful panoramic view over the Csik basin. We take a break to enjoy the view, before heading back to the guesthouse.
Riding approx. 8 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 5 (Thursday): Pongraz Plateau Ride
Today we take it easy. After we have all slept in, we saddle our horses and ride on the plateau of Pongraz, where we have lunch in a restaurant. On the way home, some great gallops over sandy paths are waiting for us. The evening ends around the campfire and you have time to share your experiences of the week.
Riding approx. 3 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 6 (Sunday): Departure
After breakfast, transfer back to Gheorgheni, from where you start your individual journey home.

Note: In case of bad weather, the organizer reserves the right to make changes to the itinerary. 



Sample Itinerary: Winter Program - subject to changes

Day 1: Arrival
After your individual arrival to Gheorgheni we transfer you to our ranch in the mountains (about 15 km). With a bit of luck, we may spot a deer or grouse on our way. After settling into your cozy rooms, our chef Brigitta indulges you with an original Szeklerian dinner in our rustic log cabin. 
Meals included: Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 2: Introductory Ride
After a rich and typical Romanian breakfast, we’ll go and get the horses from the snow-covered meadow. Our first ride will lead us to Mount Magas Bükk (1380 m), from where we will have a wonderful view of the snow-capped mountains and valleys all around. On our way back to the ranch, we will be cantering through the fresh and deep snow. Once we’ve returned, you will get to warm yourself up with some tasty mulled wine and coffee. We’ll let the day end in the log cabin, huddled close to the fire, listening to music and enjoying good conversations.
Riding approx. 3 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 3: Ride to Little Sipos
Today we’ll ride up to the “Little Sipos” (1458 meters). Before we begin the ascent, we’ll stop at a small mountain farm and have the opportunity to taste the local cheese. Once we’re back in the saddle, the path will lead us through romantic snow-covered spruce forests, which will guide our way to the summit. After having had our lunch break, we’ll be headed back to our farm. Thereby, we’ll come across source of the Olt River, which is the second largest river in Romania. Back on the ranch, we’ll round of the day with a hearty dinner and a cozy evening under the starlit sky.
Riding approx. 4 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 4: Ride to Mount Csofronka
After breakfast, we’ll be headed to Mount Csofronka. Once we’ve reached the snow-capped summit, we’ll enjoy the impressive view over the Hargita Mountains, the Murder Lake and the glaciers of the Kelemen Alps (2100). On our way back we’ll be galloping through some fresh powder. In the evening you can relax in the warm water of our bath barrel and enjoy the ravishing sunset with a glass of wine or beer.
Riding approx. 4 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 5: Valley Ride
This riding day leads us into the valley, past idyllic farms and through numerous small mountain streams. Once we’ve successfully descended to the valley down below, a warming campfire with coffee, tea and mulled wine will be awaiting us on a small clearing in the forest.
Riding approx. 4 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 6: Winter Ride
After you have enjoyed an extensive breakfast with local specialties we’ll take you on a sleigh ride and to the neighboring farmers.
In the afternoon we’ll saddle our horses and go on a short ride into the magical snow-covered landscape.
The evening invites you to sit at the fireplace, swim and relax.
Riding approx. 4 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 7: Lookout Ride
Today, we saddle our horses one last time. We ride across snow-covered meadows and fields to a lookout point from where we can see the cities and villages below from a bird’s eye view. On the way back, there is another steep, adventurous climb through the thicket until we reach a small path that leads us back to the farm.
Riding approx. 3.5 hours
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Guesthouse in Kovács Péter

Day 8: Departure
After breakfast, transfer back to Gheorgheni, from where you start your individual journey home.

Note: In case of bad weather, the organizer reserves the right to make changes to the itinerary. 


Non Riders
Non-riding companions are welcome to join this trip. It is best to have a car in order to do some sightseeing while the rest of the group explores on horseback.

This trip can accommodate special dietary requests.

Passports
Passport valid for at least three months beyond length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:
(a) 1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.

Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for the following lengths of visit:
(a) nationals of EU countries for a three-month period (those intending to stay for a longer period than three months must apply for a registration certificate issued by the Romanian Authority for Aliens); 
(b) 2. nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA for touristic stays of up to three months.
Visa Note
Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements