Transylvanian Equestrian Journeys

Horses are unique educators, contributing to both physical and mental health. The rhytmical motion of a horse has therapeutic effects as it is taken over by the rider, thus helping him or her to improve balance, flexibility, coordination, strenghtening the muscles of the whole body. On the other hand, the strong emotional connection with the horse helps its rider overcome certain fears, acquire social skills, develop self-confidence and enjoy the outdoors. We provide full equipment, including safety gear (helmet and safety vest). Duration: 1 hour Price: 100 lei / person

Children have a need both for outdoor physical activity and for befriending animals - horseback riding in a natural space provides both. Moreover, grooming, feeding, caring for a horse helps build up an amazing relationship with that animal, which is a must when working with an equine partner. We provide full equipment, including safety gear (helmet and safety vest). Duration: 1 hour Price: 100 lei for young children who need to be accompanied by an adult Price: 50 lei for advanced riders

Advanced riders can enjoy active rest in the training facility near the forest, where they can improve their competence by riding individually. The activities take place in the presence of an instructor, ready to lend a helping hand if need be. We provide full equipment, including safety gear (helmet and safety vest). Duration: 1 hour Price: 100 lei / person

The lessons take place in the special facility near the forest, where the beginners will get introduced to the horse, learn how to groom and harness it, followed by being lunged in a circle, allowing the riders to learn the correct riding position, to find and maintain balance before learning to control the horse themselves. For maximum safety, each of these activities is supervised by an instructor. We provide full equipment, including safety gear (helmet and safety vest). Duration: 1 hour Price: 100 lei / person

Pentru începători călare în padoc sau tur de o oră. Pentru avansați tur călare pe traseu marcat.  Locul programului: Județul Harghita, orașul Vlăhița, Băile Homorod Prețul programului: 30 de lei pentru 30 de minute în padoc, 50 de lei/oră în tură Prețul conține: călare în padoc, plimbări în exterior călare

Welcome to Astoria Western Horse According to a saying “If man, horse and nature become one, heart and hoofs beat the same rhythm.” The newest offer of the Astoria Hotel and Restaurant now gives you the possibility to convince yourself personally of the above. In the surroundings of Gheorgheni the wonderful scene is already given by nature, while we ensure you the lodging and board and the horses, the horseback riding lessons being organized by us. All you need to do is to relax and feel good. Here is our offer: “Horse riding adventure for beginners and professionals” If you are a professional rider or simply would like to try out horse riding and get to know this wonderful animal, our offer is for You. In our hotel you can spend a whole week with three meals and five hours of horse riding per day. During the horse riding trips lasting for 1-2 days, organized by our hotel, you can ride in wonderful lands and enjoy the beautiful views. You may form an eternal friendship with this great animal and have experiences which last for a lifetime. Price: 100 EUR/day/person. The price comprises the lodging for 6 days and 5 nights in three stars rooms with twin or double beds, three meals per day in our restaurant, riding lessons, the possibility to take part in 1-2 days horse riding trips with a guide, a maximum of 5 hours of horse riding per day. We will ensure you the horses, the whole equipment and the guiding services. Dear Guest, we hope our offer has aroused your interest and you will make a booking calready today.

Pásztorbükk is the site of the assassination of the Transylvanian prince Báthory Endre. During the tour we will get acquainted with the historical background of the place and the legends associated with it, as well as the lives of the mountain shepherds. During the tour there is a very nice view of the Harghita and Ciuc/Csíki Mountains and the Bicaz Gorge-Hășmaș mountains.   9:30 - Meeting in Sândominic/Csíkszentdomokos, saddling and packing in saddlebags. 10:00 - Departure 13:00 - Lunch time at the sheepfold , cheese and orda (Hungarian name of urdă, made from whey of sheep, goat or cow milk) tasting 15: 00-16: 00 - Return to Sândominic/Csíkszentdomokos Program location: Harghita county, Sândominic/Csíkszentdomokos Program price: min. 1 - for max 4 people, 330 RON / person The price includes: horse, riding equipment, tour guide and a picnic in nature. The price does not include: insurance and spirits Important note: the tour is recommended for advanced riders! 

Discover and ramble through the rolling hills and wild flower meadows or climb up to the pastures in the mountains through old pine forests, pure creeks and nearby isolated sheepfolds. During these day tours you can experience both the freedom of horseback riding in Transylvania and the Carpathian Mountains wilderness. Our horse riding tours and holidays are located in the Eastern Carpathians, in the surroundings of the small towns of Gheorgheni, Miercurea Ciuc and Odorheiu Secuiesc and we offer tours that suit all levels and ages. If you are an intermediate rider or above, ride atop a strong and secure Lippizaner or Shagya Arab renowned for their energetic temperament and impressive stamina, as you explore the fascinating local flora and fauna. If you are a beginner rider with good physical condition or one looking for an authentic Carpathian experience, challenge yourself with our Nomad Tour with locally bred horses. The tour starts from the 1375 m high Kovacspeter ridge, where dispersed summer shelters and weekend houses can be found and the trails follow the dense forest roads leading to mountain peaks and along ridges. If you want something unique in Romania, explore the rolling hills of the Harghita Mountains atop the gentle Icelandic horse and enjoy the Icelandic breed’s friendly disposition and calm manner which makes them a delight for anyone to ride, while their unique gaits provide a reamrkably smooth way to travel over rugged or snowy terrain, making long hours in the saddle more comfortable. All rides are lead through unmarked terrain, but your experienced bilingual guide knows the trails like the back of his hand so you can be guaranteed an insider's tour.

Equestrian services: - riding - carriage rides - wheelchair tours - sleigh rides