9 Horse Riding Tours in Crete to Plan a Week Around

1.Finikia Horse Riding Tour with Lunch or Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,231 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $94Our pick

Ride Crete’s Finikia Mountains for 2 hours, then enjoy a homemade Cretan lunch or dinner with wine and myth-linked views of Zeus.

“We had a lovely experience on the Finikia Horse Riding Tour, the last of the season! The instructors were funny and good natured, the sights were beautiful, and the horses well looked after and cooperative. The food was freshly prepared for after our activity, and maybe the best meal I've eaten in the Greek Islands! The homemade wine, salad and meatballs were 🔥 Thank you for the experience, I would recommend when visiting Crete.”

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2.Horse Ride in the Cretan Mountains

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 298 reviews · from $68Best value

Ride horses through Crete’s Finikia mountains from Heraklion, guided for all levels, with Giouhtas views, orange juice, and 2 hours on trail.

“The hospitality from the family run establishment was very welcoming,along with pairing of horses for riders capabilities was perfect.A well rounded outdoor ride with amazing views!”

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3.Horseriding Day Tour with Lunch and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 226 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $94

Ride calm Cretan horses in the Finikia Mountains above Heraklion, enjoy a raki-and-fruit picnic, then eat a hearty lunch with house wine.

“The activity was truly amazing! The way they interact with the horses is unique in itself—so much love and care. Everything is perfectly taken care of. Clear instructions, even for beginners. Not only do they take great care of the horses, but they also take excellent care of you! No shortage of food and drinks either. Highly recommended!”

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4.Crete Horse Riding: Plakias Beach Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 22 reviews · 2 hours · from $153

Early morning horseback ride along Plakias Beach in Crete, canter 1.4 km by the sea with a small group, helmets included.

“Expérience inoubliable 🥰 Dès le départ, nous nous sommes sentis en sécurité grâce aux explications claires et à la bienveillance du moniteur. Il a tout de suite compris que j’étais un peu inquiète, et il a su me rassurer avec beaucoup de patience et de gentillesse. Mon copain, qui n’était jamais monté à cheval auparavant, a lui aussi été parfaitement accompagné et a pu profiter pleinement de la balade. Les chevaux sont calmes, bien dressés et adaptés au niveau de chacun, ce qui nous a permis de profiter du paysage incroyable sans stress. Malgré le prix un peu élevé, je recommande !”

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5.Crete Horse Riding: Mesmerising Sunset Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 19 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $126

A 1.5-hour sunset horse ride in Crete with calm, well cared for horses, a small group of up to 6, and photo friendly countryside trails.

“De gidsen waren zo aardig, grappig en geduldig! Beste ervaring ooit!”

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6.Crete Horse Riding: East Coastline Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 18 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $106

1.5-hour small-group horse ride on Crete’s east coast, through olive groves to Damnoni and Ammoudaki beaches, with guides included.

“It was so amazing. We was late and the guide was waiting. So nice.”

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7.Horse riding,falasarna sunset,dinner in a tavern,drone video

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · 6 hours · from $235

Horse ride by the sea in Crete, Falassarna sunset wine picnic, drone video, and a sand-tavern dinner, all from Chania in 6 hours.

“We had a great experience with Yannis. He was a very friendly and knowledgeable guide who took videos of us while we were horseback riding and on the beach; showed us around the best spots of Crete; and taught us about many things about the island as a local. He also offers other tours which we would have done if we had more time!”

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8.Horse Riding, Falasarna Sunset View, Drone video, Tavern Dinner.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $240Top rated

Sunset horse riding by the sea, Falasarna golden-hour views with drone video, then a beach tavern dinner in Chania, Crete.

“It was a wonderful and unforgettable moment! I have never experienced such a fulfilling and wide-ranging tour. Most of all, the guide Yannis was so kind and thoughtful—he did everything he could to make me feel comfortable. The tour started with a horse ride, guided by another amazing gentleman. He taught me how to ride in a way that was simple yet precise, and made me feel like a better rider. The sunset at Falasarna Beach was also an incredible and relaxing moment. One unique point of this tour is the included drone video service, which helps preserve your memories in a very special way—I really love this idea! What…”

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9.Crete Horse Riding: Cretan Countryside Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10 reviews · 1 hour · from $68

One-hour horseback ride in South Crete from Plakias Horse Riding Center, past ancient olive groves with a small group guide.

“Centre équestre magnifique, chevaux très bien soignés et personnel au top ! Nous avons passé un super moment. À refaire sans hésiter !”

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