Santorini Horse Riding Tour: Revealing the Black Sandy Eros Beach and Vineyards
4.4
82 Ratings
Μεγαλοχωρι, Σαντορινη
Experience the untouched nature of Santorini on a horse riding tour. Ride along vineyards, explore the unique landscape, and discover the black sandy Eros Beach. Book now!
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Vlychada Beach - Experience horseback riding on a pristine beach amidst the natural beauty of the island’s southern region!
    Embark from the stables in Megalochori and traverse the vineyard pathways to observe their conventional structure, then continue on the southern routes leading to the hidden Eros Beach. These trails were shaped by the island’s massive volcanic eruption. While on horseback, witness the intricate network of small canyons and crevices etched into the volcanic terrain, offering a glimpse into the distinctive landscape of Santorini.
    Upon concluding your journey, you’ll arrive at Eros beach, characterized by its extensive stretch of black sand and the dramatic cliffs that serve as its backdrop. Gallop along the shoreline before ascending the nearby hill for a sweeping view of the beach and the paths you’ve traveled. Throughout your excursion, commemorative photographs will be taken of you and your steed, ensuring that the highlights of your adventure are captured for posterity.
What's Included
  • Helmets provided
  • Saddle bags included
Additional Information

Experience horseback riding on an unspoiled beach amidst scenic landscapes in the southern part of the island! Setting off from the Megalochori stables, traverse the vineyard trails and admire the traditional layout. Journey along the southern routes till you reach the isolated Eros Beach. These paths were carved out by the historic volcanic eruption that shaped the island. Witness miniature gorges and ravines embedded into the volcanic stone along the way, offering a glimpse of Santorini’s unique geography. Upon concluding your path, you will find yourself on Eros beach, a vast black seashore fringed by awe-striking cliff rock formations. Continue your adventure along the beach and then ascend to the hilltop for a spectacular panoramic view of the beach and trails. Last but not least, we will be capturing your precious moments at various keypoints on photographs, a remembrance of your time spent with your horse.

Location
The Family Bakery
We will meet in The Family bakery 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE RIDE!!! There is a big sign in front of the Bakery: Santorini Horse Riding. Please wait there. We recommend wearing comfortable long pants or leggings and closed shoes (if it is possible) on the horse riding tour.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Richard_c
May 23, 2024
Fun Horseback trip to the beach! - Nice trip to the beach for inexperienced rider! Had a great time and everyone was super pleasant and enjoyable!
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N4763gmcaseyb
May 9, 2024
Beginner ride, beautiful scenery, accommodating guides, and highlight of our time in Santorini! - The ride was definitely a beginner's ride; the horses were calm and the pace is mostly walking, with brief trots. My aunt (who had only ridden a few times) and I (have been riding for close to 15 years) took this ride, and the scenery was beautiful! Our guides were lovely people, the stables were in good condition, and the horses were in good shape and well cared for. At the beach, the guides were able to accommodate for me to take a gallop along the shore, while the others waited for a minute, and that was truly a highlight of my time in Greece!! Overall, a fantastic experience, would recommend, and if I ever go back to Santorini, I will be taking one of their more experienced rides!
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Megan_a
Apr 15, 2024
A whinny, a neigh and a great day! - We had some trouble arranging a car to get to the location and we were late. I was so stressed, that all ended when the operator said they would send their car and driver. Although we were late, they were warm and welcoming and made me forget all about my mornings trouble. The guide was so fun to chat with, the horses were spirited and friendly, the scenery was spectacular!
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Kim_r
Apr 10, 2024
Wonderful… wonderful .. wonderful .. - Wonderful wonderful experience ! The guides, the driver , the owner …. Everyone was magnificent! Our horses Petros, an Arabian and Gilbert, a Fresian were the sweetest ever . With it being prior to busy season we were the only 2 on the tour and it was an unbelievable experience. Highly recommend !
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Bailey_m
Feb 25, 2024
A must have experience in Santorini! - Cannot recommend this enough, incredible experience and our guide Mohammad was a wealth of knowledge. Thank you for having us!
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Robert_h
Jan 15, 2024
Unforgettable experience and memories for our entire life - It was one of the unbelievable moments that we could imagine amazing experience and beautiful memories to remember been a bit nervous and sceptical when we got there that I wont be able to do it after I seen how big the horses are so we have decided to go for a private tour instead of going with the group paid extra for this just so we could enjoy it more the beautiful scenery and black sandy beach , when she got on the horse she was quite confident with the horse as she was being pulled by instructor but when I got on the horse I sat down on the horse he felt im nervous so he turned back then gone down the hill straight to the fence glad there were instructors holding the rope pulling the horse back to the stable been given the instructions again and it was much better the tour was long 2 hours to go to the sandy beach 1 hour there and 1 hour back which I was thinking i wont make it safe the roads were so narrow even cars were passing by lots of dogs near gates barking which I thought the horse could get scared and then thrown me off luckily I managed to get there safely never-mind the obstacles then we had a ride with horses around the shore of the beach thats when I lost my iPhone 14 and fell out of my shirt pocket straight to the sea while i was riding the horse without realising it that my phone just fell out of my pocket so glad the instructor has noticed that asking me whether I have lost something so she immediately stopped the horses and found it i was shocked that it has already gone fell into the sea or that my horse has stepped on it and its now cracked or broken in pieces but for my luck it was not and all working otherwise there wouldn't be any memory taken our instructor has taken beautiful photos and videos we are proud of then we had to go back which I was feeling much better and confident after returning its just my horse were a bit slow due to his leg problems which I noticed and asked why is he doing that the instructor said its just his bad habit so when we were almost there my horse stepped on a rock or something falling down on his knees with his head to the ground almost making me falling off the horse glad I was holding myself I was shocked thinking of what could have just happened to me I shouted out at my instructor as they didn’t see the tripping as were in front of me she thought I fell or something said if im ok but the horse was surely not either way he was tired or his leg was hurt so the instructor said she will have a look into that but after all this I can say it was worth it one of the best memories ever made thank you
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Jmf122595
Oct 7, 2023
Had an amazing time - Had an amazing time! Both instructors/tour guides were great and very helpful. The tour lasted a while and riding on the black sand beach was amazing.
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Fiona
Oct 5, 2023
Beach and trail horse riding - The horses were beautiful. The beach and trail ride scenery was awesome. Lea was an excellent and friendly guide who gave us the right amount of information while also letting us enjoy the tranquility
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Anne_f
Jun 1, 2024
Okay for a stroll - Well it was a boring ride, stood on the beach waiting for a photo. Thought we were going to ride longer on the beach but no. Not worth 398 euros
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Grisemote
May 9, 2024
Doesn't really match what you see in the photos - The horses are beautiful and seem well cared for. The two brothers who run the club, kind and very caring. However, I specifically booked this club, for the beach and its jagged cliffs, also hoping to be able to gallop. We were on the beach, it's already very nice, but no cliffs, as you see in the photos, and no galloping either. We have to stay behind each other (there were only 4 of us, guides included). In short, it was nice, but below my expectations.
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