Middle East horseback riding
HORSEBACK RIDING IN THE MIDDLE EAST

Horseback riding in the Middle East : In Jordan in the Wadi Rum desert, in Turkey in Cappadocia, in Oman, in the Emirates ... Rides with a guaranteed change of scenery !

Horse riding in Jordan  horse riding in cappadocia  Oman  

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horseback riding trip in jordan
A stunning ride in Jordan: Wadi Rum on horseback & Petra visit

100 € discount on December until February rides
By registering before December 31.
* On departures with a minimum of 4 riders

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Randonnée à cheval Turquie Cappadoce
Trips selected by Cap Rando agencies partners
Stationary and progressive trail rides
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In 2-3 person bedrooms, single bedrooms with supplement
From: 1547€
7 days - 6 nights - 5 days riding
Horse riding trip in TURKEY - Trail Riding CAPPADOCIA

Day by day, you will explore a land with magnificent landscapes, the immense natural, historical and cultural wealth of the unique landscape of Cappadocia. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage, the Cappadocia region is the result of incredible volcanic eruptions and ancient human activity.

Randonnée à cheval en Jordanie
Cap Rando Selection : Trips organized by Cap Rando partners
In line progressive trail rides
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In camps and bedrooms
From: 1600€
July-August / 8 days - 7 nights - 5 days riding + 2 days 1 nitght optional extension
Horseback riding trip in JORDAN : THE KING ROAD, PETRA ON HORSEBACK, RED SEA & DEAD SEA EXTENSION

A program designed to enjoy Jordan in the summer, riding on the high plateaus which culminate at 1600 meters and more, avoding the desert heat. The high plateaus of the Shobak region in Petra offer the rider superb trails with breathtaking views of Israel and the Wadi Araba. Crossing old villages pastoral life of the mountain Bedouins. Entry into Petra on horseback in the early morning: unique ! Your local team from Petra will introduce you to Jordan traditions and the rich history of this unique itinerary: from the castle of Shobak to the pink city of Petra ... One of the 7 wonders of the world !  

horseback riding trip in jordan
Cap Rando Selection : Trips organized by Cap Rando partners
Stationary and progressive trail rides
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In 2-3 person bedrooms, single bedrooms with supplement
From: 1650€
January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
Horseback riding JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION

Horse riding in Jordan. The visit of Petra, pearl of Jordan. A ride through the spectacular landscape of the Wadi Rum desert of Jordan: a vast wild space, timeless and terribly beautiful ! A horseback riding trip through history. A horseback trail ride on Arabian horses known for their endurance and speed. Your first day is spent exploring the amazing ruins of Petra. Its ornate facades were carved from sandstone cliffs by the Nabataeans around 400 BC. During your horseback riding trip, you will meet Bedouin families living in traditional nomadic camps in Jordan. We have chosen the best provider in Jordan, trained at our guide school. She works with a Bedouin family based in the Wadi Rum.

horseback riding trip in jordan
Trips selected by Cap Rando agencies partners
Circular Inn to Inn trail ride
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In camps and bedrooms
From: 1795€
7 days - 6 nights / 5 days riding in Egypt
Horseback riding in EGYPT: THE EGYPTIAN DESERT

After galloping to the foot of the Great Pyramids of Giza, head to Luxor and escape the hustle and bustle of the city by venturing into the desert, spending 3 nights in camp in the Theban mountains.

horseback riding trail ride in jordan
Cap Rando Selection : Trips organized by Cap Rando partners
In line progressive trail rides
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In camps and bedrooms
From: 1800€
April to September / 10 or 12 days - 9 or 11 nights / 7 or 8 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day at the Red & Dead Sea
Horseback riding JORDAN: ON THE NABATEAN TRACKS - RED SEA & DEAD SEA OPTION

This horseback ride in Jordan is unique: Starting from the Dana reserve, passing through Shobak Castle, Petra, and ending your horseback ride in one of the most beautiful sites in the world: the Wadi Rum on horseback ! 7 or 8 days on horseback, more than 200 km of trails, on a varied routes: from the northern mountains to the Wadi Rum desert to the Wadi Rum. On quality horses selected for their endurance, courage and kindness. The route follows King road, ancient caravans: you discover varied landscapes, as well as the north of Petra tribes and the bedouins of the great South Jordan. After your horseback ride: relaxation in the Red Sea and the Dead Sea as an option !

rando cheval cappadoce
Trips selected by Cap Rando agencies partners
Circular Inn to Inn trail ride
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In 2-3 person bedrooms, single bedrooms with supplement
From: 2000€
7 days - 6 nights - 4 and 1/2 days riding
Horse riding trip in TURKEY - ACTIVE TRAIL IN CAPPADOCIA

This progressive equestrian trail ride in Cappadocia is an invitation to discover the immense natural, historical and cultural wealth of the unique landscape of Cappadocia. Part of the UNESCO World Heritage, the Cappadocia region is the result of incredible volcanic eruptions and ancient human activity. You will explore a land with magnificent landscapes. From the ranch near Avanos, depending on the version, the route will take you on a 4 and half day loop on horseback around "geological" Cappadocia. From the pleasant Cappadocia of the south to the spectacular valleys of the north, the unusual rocks, the green canyons, the highlands, the steppe, the vines and the orchards follow one another to form an astonishingly varied landscape. Along the way, work in the fields punctuates the seasons…

horseback riding trail ride in jordan
Cap Rando Selection : Trips organized by Cap Rando partners
In line progressive trail rides
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In 2-3 person bedrooms, single bedrooms with supplement
From: 2050€
January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
Horseback riding in JORDAN: THE JEWELS OF JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING , RED SEA & DEAD SEA

This horseback ride in the great south of Jordan, offers to riders who love the great outdoors an unforgettable experience with the first day devoted to exploring the astonishing ruins of Petra. Its ornate facades were carved into sandstone cliffs by the Nabataeans around 400 BC. A day on horseback in the UNESCO site of Beidha and little Petra, where you will have a first contact with our sure-footed horses, a magical day in a sumptuous site ending with an unforgettable evening in our comfortable camp located at the foot of the mountain. Music and Bedouin tradition around the fire. Our horses will be transported by truck to reach the Wadi Rum, avoiding the boring parts between the town of Wadi Musa and the desert. We continue on the spectacular part of the Wadi Rum, where we ride 5 days:…

Trips selected by Cap Rando agencies partners
Circular Inn to Inn trail ride
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In camps and bedrooms
From: 2295€
8 days - 7 nights / 6 days riding in Egypt
Horseback riding in EGYPT: THE ANCIENT TRAIL RIDE

A horseback trail ride in Egypt, at a fast paces, which allows you to discover Cairo and Luxor. You gallop past the Pyramids of Giza, explore ancient temples and tombs, ride in the mountains, camp overnight in the desert, and sail on the Nile.

Randonnée à cheval Cappadoce Turquie
Trips selected by Cap Rando agencies partners
Circular Inn to Inn trail ride
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In 2-3 person bedrooms, single bedrooms with supplement
From: 2400€
8 days - 7 nights - 6 days riding
Horse riding trip in TURKEY -SPORTIVE TRAIL IN CAPPADOCIA

This progressive sportive equestrian trail ride in Cappadocia is an invitation to discover the immense natural, historical and cultural wealth of the unique landscape of Cappadocia. From the ranch near Avanos, the route will take you on a 6-day loop on horseback around "geological" Cappadocia. A ride for advanced riders who want to canter in wonderfull landscapes and walk on mountainous terrain. This ride takes place entirely in the national park of Cappadocia. You will experience legendary Turkish hospitality in the typical Anatolian guesthouses or hotels that have been selected. 

Galop à cheval sur le sable de la plage à Iztuzu en Turquie
Trips selected by Cap Rando agencies partners
In line progressive trail rides
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In camps and bedrooms
From: 2900€
8 days - 7 nights - 5 days riding
Horse riding trip in TURKEY - THE DALYAN TRAIL RIDE

 For the lovers of the Mediterranean coast and swimming moments, you will gallop on endurance Arabian horses, overlooking thrilling sights of the blue sea.
This itinerant ride along the southern coast of Turkey, in the province of Mugla, will offer you a wide panel of landscapes: sea, Gocek islands, forests with many species, dust roads for canter, steep paths, canals network, Koyceyiz lake reeds, nearly desert beaches, the historical site of Kaunos, many fords through rivers and streams and the famous Dalyan lagoon.
Like our other rides in Turkey, this itinerary will have a fast rhythm. With swimming moments every day with your horse or without it, on beaches out of the beaten tracks, in the lake and in the hot water sources of Sultaniye.
Along this Mediterranean coast, we…

horseback riding trip in jordan
Trips selected by Cap Rando agencies partners
Circular Inn to Inn trail ride
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In camps and bedrooms
From: 3255€
12 days - 11 nights / 10 days riding in Egypt
Horseback riding in EGYPT: VALLEYS & PYRAMIDS

A horseback riding trip in Egypt balancing unforgettable cultural experiences with a fun-filled horseback riding vacation. You gallop past the Pyramids of Giza, explore ancient temples and tombs, ride in the mountains, camp in the desert, take a Nile cruise, visit the famous El Zahraa stud farm, and savor delicious traditional meals throughout your stay.

Oman Randonnée à cheval
Cap Rando Selection : Trips organized by Cap Rando partners
Stationary trail rides
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In 2-3 person bedrooms, single bedrooms with supplement
From: 3290€
8 days - 7 nights - 4 days 1/2 riding
Horseback trail ride in OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT

A very beautiful ride in the Sultanate of Oman including 4 1/2 days riding in the Sharkiya region “Wahiba sand desert” with pretty evening camps… Discovery of pretty valleys of sand dunes, long wadis, Bedouin villages. This trail ride is a beautiful stroll through the Wahiba Sand Desert. Each night you will stop at different cozy camps and enjoy wonderful local dinners, Bedouin music and Omani hospitality. This program is also open to non-riders: meeting with our team every evening, camel ride or trekking ...

horse riding holiday in Oman
Cap Rando Selection : Trips organized by Cap Rando partners
Stationary trail rides
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In 2-3 person bedrooms, single bedrooms with supplement
From: 3750€
8 days - 7 nights - 5 days riding
Horseback trail ride in OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT, BEACH & OMAN VISIT

A very beautiful ride in the Sultanate of Oman including 5 days riding in the Sharkiya region “Wahiba sand desert” with pretty evening camps… Discovery of pretty valleys of sand dunes, long wadis, Bedouin villages. This trail ride is a beautiful stroll through the Wahiba Sand Desert and on the beach. Each night you will stop at different cozy camps and enjoy wonderful local dinners, Bedouin music and Omani hospitality. This program is also open to non-riders: meeting with our team every evening, camel ride or trekking ...

equestrian trip in jordan
Cap Rando Selection : Trips organized by Cap Rando partners
Stationary and progressive trail rides
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In 3-4 star hotels
From: 3850€
All year / 8 days - 7 nights / 4 days riding in Jordan
Luxury horseback ride in JORDAN: PETRA, WADI RUM & DEAD SEA

Exceptional: a horseback trail ride in Jordan, with very comfortable accommodation. Discover Petra, pearl of Jordan with its facades carved into sandstone cliffs by the Nabataeans around 400 BC. Then, set off for four days on horseback, through the spectacular landscapes of the Wadi Rum desert. You ride an Arabian horse known for its endurance and speed. Every evening: very comfortable accommodation to relax: 5-star hotels and a luxury camp !  

Cap Rando Selection : Trips organized by Cap Rando partners
Stationary and progressive trail rides
Level 3 :You must be able to walk, trot, canter and gallop outdoor
In 3-4 star hotels
From: 4150€
All year / 9 days - 8 nights / 4 days riding in Jordan
Luxury horseback ride in JORDAN: PETRA, WADI RUM, RED SEA & DEAD SEA

New: Discover Jordan on horseback, visit the wonderful Petra, end your stay with them relaxing days in the Red Sea and the Dead Sea. An equestrian stay in Jordan with very comfortable accommodation: 5 star hotels and a luxury camp !

Departures
Departure Destination Name From Infos Duration
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ 1650€ LAST SPACES January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Oman OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT, BEACH & OMAN VISIT 3750€ 8 days - 7 nights - 5 days riding
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ 1650€ AVAILABLE January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Egypt EGYPT: VALLEYS & PYRAMIDS 3255€ 12 days - 11 nights / 10 days riding in Egypt
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ 1650€ AVAILABLE January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Oman OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT 3290€ SOLD OUT 8 days - 7 nights - 4 days 1/2 riding
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Oman OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT, BEACH & OMAN VISIT 3750€ SOLD OUT 8 days - 7 nights - 5 days riding
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Oman OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT 3290€ 8 days - 7 nights - 4 days 1/2 riding
- Oman OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT, BEACH & OMAN VISIT 3750€ 8 days - 7 nights - 5 days riding
- Egypt EGYPT: THE ANCIENT TRAIL RIDE 2295€ 8 days - 7 nights / 6 days riding in Egypt
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ 1650€ AVAILABLE January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Egypt EGYPT: VALLEYS & PYRAMIDS 3255€ 12 days - 11 nights / 10 days riding in Egypt
- Egypt EGYPT: VALLEYS & PYRAMIDS 3255€ 12 days - 11 nights / 10 days riding in Egypt
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ 1650€ AVAILABLE January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Egypt EGYPT: THE ANCIENT TRAIL RIDE 2295€ 8 days - 7 nights / 6 days riding in Egypt
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ 1650€ AVAILABLE January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, WADI RUM & DEAD SEA LUXURY VERSION 3850€ CONFIRMED DEPARTURE All year / 8 days - 7 nights / 4 days riding in Jordan
- Oman OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT 3290€ LAST SPACES 8 days - 7 nights - 4 days 1/2 riding
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Oman OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT, BEACH & OMAN VISIT 3750€ LAST SPACES 8 days - 7 nights - 5 days riding
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ 1650€ AVAILABLE January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Oman OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT 3290€ 8 days - 7 nights - 4 days 1/2 riding
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Oman OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT, BEACH & OMAN VISIT 3750€ 8 days - 7 nights - 5 days riding
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ 1650€ AVAILABLE January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Oman OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT 3290€ 8 days - 7 nights - 4 days 1/2 riding
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Oman OMAN : THE WAHIBA DESERT, BEACH & OMAN VISIT 3750€ 8 days - 7 nights - 5 days riding
- Egypt EGYPT: THE EGYPTIAN DESERT 1795€ 7 days - 6 nights / 5 days riding in Egypt
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ AVAILABLE January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Turkey - Cappadocia TURKEY : THE CAPPADOCIA ON HORSEBACK 2000€ 7 days - 6 nights - 4 and 1/2 days riding
- Egypt EGYPT: VALLEYS & PYRAMIDS 3255€ 12 days - 11 nights / 10 days riding in Egypt
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ AVAILABLE January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Egypt EGYPT: THE ANCIENT TRAIL RIDE 2295€ 8 days - 7 nights / 6 days riding in Egypt
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Turkey - Cappadocia TURKEY : SPORTIVE TRAIL IN CAPPADOCIA 2400€ 8 days - 7 nights - 6 days riding
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ AVAILABLE January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Turkey - Cappadocia TURKEY : THE CAPPADOCIA ON HORSEBACK 1820€ 7 days - 6 nights - 5 days riding
- Jordan JORDAN: PETRA, ON THE LAWRENCE OF ARABIA TRACKS IN THE WADI RUM ON HORSEBACK - OPTIONAL DEAD SEA EXTENSION 1750€ AVAILABLE January to June & September to December / 8 or 9 days - 7 or 8 nights / 5 days riding in Jordan / 1 day in Petra / 1 day Dead Sea option
- Jordan JORDAN, PETRA, WADI RUM HORSEBACK CROSSING, RED SEA & DEAD SEA 2050€ January to May & September to December / 10 days - 9 nights / 6 days riding in Jordan + Petra, Red Sea & Dead Sea
- Turkey - Cappadocia TURKEY : THE CAPPADOCIA ON HORSEBACK 2200€ 7 days - 6 nights - 4 and 1/2 days riding