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France - Lot Valley

This is a small English run business based in a small village in the Aveyron near to the Lot Valley. They offer you the opportunity to horse ride through the beautiful Aveyronese countryside enjoying enchanting villages, unspoilt woodland, follow the river valleys and gorges and canter across the rolling plains and fields. 

They have a range of beautiful horses to suit your individual requirements. The setting could not be more perfect for a get away from it all holiday whilst still combining the fun and excitement of the riding. 

The holiday is comfortable and cozy as your hosts, Cate, Derek and Amanda give everything a personal touch. Their main focus is on planning a tailored holiday for you, to create the holiday of your dreams! All food and beverages are included and all the guests are looked after well.
 

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Abilidy description: Level, trail ride 2-3 >>

Included in the price: 7 alt 4 nights, 6 alt 3 days riding, full board incl. wine/beer, coffee/tea. All drinks incl.

Not included: Flights, transfers, insurance.

Single room: Can be booked without a supplement if available at the time.

Travel: Book flight/rental car >>
Flight: To Toulouse or Paris.
Train: From Paris or Toulouse to Capdenac. Find train time table at SNCF>>

Transfer: Book in advance with HorseXplore and pay on spot.
From Toulouse airport, transfer time 2 hours.
Price: 200 EUR/car/return for 1-4 persons. Latest arrival is 5.30 pm.
Departure from riding centre earliest 7.00 am and latest 3.00 pm.

Time if arriving with own car or train: Arrival no later than 9.00 pm. From Capdenac trainstation, transfer for free.

Season: February - December

Arrival/departure day: Arrival from about 11.00. Lunch approx. at 13.00 and then a short trail ride. On the day of departure, a short trail ride and lunch are included. NOTE. No price reduction if you arrive later or leave earlier.

Optional arrival day: If you would prefer to arrive on another day, simply email info@horsexplore.com

Currency: Euro

Tipping: By choice but appreciated, normally from 10 EUR/week. 

Wifi: Yes, free wifi.
Electricity jack: Standard EU 2-plug.

Group size: 1-10 riders.
Age limit: No
Weight limit: 90 kg

Child discount: Yes, up to 15 years of age. For price, check under Book on request under Dates and Prices.

Closest village: 10 minutes of walk to small village, city is 10 minutes by car. If you rent a car you can go sightseeing to Pyrusse Le Roc, Rocamador, the caves at Padirac and more interesting places.
Beach: No
Pool: Yes, open between March-October (unheated).

Misc.:
Riding equipment to borrow: Helmets, chaps and raincoats.
Saddle bag available: Yes
Special diet: Possible, inform when booking.

Lot Valley - Stationary program

You ride every day, there are no days off, though of course you can choose to laze by the pool for an afternoon if you would like!

There are many varied trails for riding. A typical day would be to ride for 2-3 hours both morning and afternoon, returning to the gite for a tasty lunch.  We have day rides where we sit down to a “formal” picnic, by a Moulin or a village green, and some of the more adventurous day rides we pack up saddlebags with sandwiches, and treats, and sit by a river, or a forest picnic table.  A favourite is also to ride past beautiful chateaux to a local restaurant, where they don’t mind muddy riding boots! All the rides involve some lovely canters, and we have a few fun fast gallop fields.

For the jumpers, we have a cross country course, cleverly designed for advanced riders one way, and the less experienced going the other way. There is also a show jumping paddock.
 
We also have a TREC course down in the valley.  There are a series of obstacles designed to test the obedience, confidence, courage and balance of the horse and rider!  Try the immobility circle, the S bend, opening and shutting the gate, to name but a few.

You ride every day and up to 5 hours per day.

There are lots of choices, and your hosts will tailor it for you to get exactly the riding holiday you want. Guests can arrive on any day, and stay as many days as they wish, so if you have other preferences than staying for a week, please contact us.

France, Lot Valley - Group with Nina Croft 28 May - 1 June 2025

France, Lot Valley - Group with Nina Croft 28 May - 1 June 2025

Join us on a group trip to France - Lot Valley.

Tour leader: Nina Croft, horseXplore's contact person in Norway and active rider.
Date: 28 May - 1 June 2025
Number of riders: Min. 4 and maximum 10.

Accommodation and Food

This destination offers a relaxed and friendly environment where guests and hosts socialize. You live in a cozy guesthouse with three double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and a family room en suite for up to 4 persons. It is simple but fresh and bright. In each room there is hairdryer, towel, sheets, shampoo, soap and toothpaste. There is also a living room and kitchen. Close by is a swimming pool (open March - Oktober, unheatet) surrounded by a nice terrace with sun lounges and patio furniture.

There is wireless Internet and laundry facilities.

Safe deposit box: No
A/C: No
Hair Dryer: Yes
Towels and sheets: Yes
Fridge: Not in rooms.
Shampoo, soap, toothpaste: Yes

All food and beverages are included and the food is of course an important part of the French lifestyle. All tastes and needs are catered for, including vegetarian and vegan diets, to a good standard. Please inform us when booking if you require special diets.

Lunch is often served on the terrace or if you are out riding you will be offered a delicious picnic with local produce and wine. The lunch comes by car, so you can eat comfortably seated at a set table. When you come back from today's ride you can get a beer or wine in the fridge and just relax before the dinner, a lavish four-course dinner with wine, a perfect end to a lovely day.

For non-riders or if you want a break from the saddle there are activities to choose from, such as mountain biking, fishing, golf, hiking or visiting the beautiful surrounding villages.

Your hosts also own some very cute dogs!

Horses

They provide holidays for horse riders of all levels, from beginner to advanced. They have 25 fabulous horses to choose from who are the real stars of the show. They are a mix of Anglo-Arabs, Appaloosa, Spanish horses and various crosses about 150-165 cm (59-65 in). There is also a bunch of ponies. The horses have been chosen with great care to ensure that both novices and experienced riders can find their perfect equine partner. Derek has over 15 years of experience leading rides and a special quality of matching riders to their perfect horse.

The horses have a very good life here, as they are out in the fields all year round. Your host is a true horseman and there is nothing better than to ride a happy horse through this wonderful landscape!

They have helmets, chaps and raincoats but we recommend to bring your own.

They normally take 3 saddlebags with them on the rides but client are welcome to bring their own.

Christmas & New year

Christmas & New year

You can join us for as many days as you choose  Festive fun and frolics and fabulous riding.
 
The holiday is customised depending on weather and guests but do come and enjoy. Bring plenty of layers though the weather here can be warm, but better to come prepared! Its your holiday so we can help you ride as much as you would like! If the ground is safe then it is possible to go down the TREC course, the cross country and the show jumping paddock. We have plenty of rides out from the gite of course.  During the week some lovely riding and celebratory food and drinks back at the gite in front of the log fire.  
 
Christmas Eve — Pre Christmas party with festive food, fizz,  carols and games Christmas Day—Champagne Breakfast followed by a morning ride with Mulled Wine and Nibbles. A Traditional Christmas lunch in the afternoon with After Dinner games and a light supper.  Boxing Day—Hair of the dog (Bucks fizz and a late relaxed cooked breakfast).  One later morning ride with Mince pies and Cider Punch.  
New Years Eve—Gourmet Dinner with Canapes and fine wines. Fireworks and champagne at midnight.   Music and dancing.  Themed fancy dress not compulsory! New Years Day—Hair of the Dog ( Bucks fizz and a late cooked breakfast)  One later morning ride with a scavenger hunt on horseback. 
 
Prices are 214 euros per night for all nights, except for 24th, 25th, 26th, 31st December, and 1st January, where it is 230 euros per night.  A weeks stay from 22nd to 29th December is 1550 euros

Climate

Feedback from our travellers

Magical Views and Wonderful Gallops
"Fantastic and diverse landscapes, from climbing narrow paths and viewpoints to wonderful gallops! The people working at this destination have so much warmth and a big heart. They do everything to make the guests feel comfortable!"
– Pia Hemmingsen

A Week of Joy and Togetherness
"Very beautiful surroundings and fun riding. It felt like leaving family when I left after a week. There was nothing that could have been better."
– Lisa Reschke

Fantastic Horses and an Inclusive Atmosphere
"The hosts and all the guests were super friendly and welcoming. It felt like you had been there for days already. Absolutely fantastic! They have the ability to match each person with the right horse level. Also, it was very fun to get to ride different horses.
The horses were very healthy, strong, and incredibly well taken care of. Wonderful. I traveled alone and was nervous that everyone else would be couples, friends, or families and that I’d feel lonely. But I was really happy and surprised by the great diversity of ages, genders, and solo/family travelers.
What I was especially grateful for was that the hosts spoke English. This made it easy for everyone to be included in all conversations and to talk with each other."
– Yasmine Hildesjö

Homemade Meals and Wonderful Riding Trails
"Very nice and friendly welcome. Fantastic homemade dishes! And always good cheese and sweets for dessert.
Lovely horses, varying rides, and great gallops! Well-kept and safe horses. I couldn’t have felt more cared for!"
– Therese Sandås

Variety, Quality, and Exceptional Horses
"Nice decor and a private toilet with a shower. Two bedrooms for two people. Very well-cooked and delicious food with great variety. No ride was the same as another during 13 rides. Hilly terrain and long gallop stretches.
Very well-trained, well-kept, and harmonious horses. Very good atmosphere, and they were very attentive to making sure everyone was happy. Fantastic place!"
– Camilla Johansson

Warm Atmosphere and High Standards
"The rooms were newly renovated, so everything was very fresh. Very good food. A family-like atmosphere.
Everything was top-notch. This was my third time here, and I will definitely return!"
– Eva Hammarström

Dream Trip for Horse Lovers – We'll Be Back!
"Everything was clean and tidy, with comfortable beds and a wonderful view from the window overlooking the horse paddock.
Fantastic food, homemade from scratch, generous portions, and varied dishes. Always dessert and cheese if you wanted – everything was so delicious!
Such wonderful horses, well-kept and strong. We got different horses every day, which was so fun! Some became favorites, but all were amazing.
Incredible riding paths and views to enjoy between many long gallops. Lovely days with riding both in the morning and afternoon, with time for lunch and rest in between.
I loved that I got the chance to try different types of horses – some faster, some more energetic.
A truly amazing trip, and we will return. This was my 12th trip – says it all. One of the best ones yet!"
– Eva Blomqvist

Dates and prices

"Book on request" means that we cannot confirm your booking immediately, but we will get back to you as soon as possible with a booking confirmation, normally within 24 hours on weekdays.

DateDaysName of tripPrice from
03/05/20258France - Lot Valley, WeekEUR 1,640Book on request
07/05/20255France - Lot Valley, Long WeekendEUR 980Book on request
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28/05/20255France - Lot Valley, Long Weekend
Fully booked. Group with Nina
EUR 1,020Book on request
31/05/20258France - Lot Valley, WeekEUR 1,640Book on request
04/06/20255France - Lot Valley, Long WeekendEUR 980Book on request
07/06/20258France - Lot Valley, WeekEUR 1,640Book on request
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