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Horseback riding vacations in
Italy
 Hidden Trails’ Italian horse riding holidays are a time to indulge, relax, and lap up the essence of Italia. We have brought together some of Italy’s finest horse riding tours, each with their own uniquely Italian feel. Whether you are lured by the rich history stretching back to the ancient Roman empire, the long established culinary traditions, or simply the romanticism of a Mediterranean escape, Hidden Trails has a horseback vacation to suit.
Horse Riding in Italy:
Italy is characterized by its style, exquisite countryside, long-held traditions, rich cultural heritage and cuisine. Our Italian horse rides aim to capture the essence of Italy – explore the vineyards and cellars of Tuscany, the coastlines of Campania, the castles of Lazio, and the volcanic landscapes of Sicily. On our Italian rides you will find yourself riding through centuries old olive groves, eating locally grown fresh produce, and meeting locals with a deep love for their country.
 Tuscany is a famed culinary region, and our finest tours combine excellent horse riding with the best gourmet Italian food and wine. On many of our tours you will stay in rustic farm houses, where you can dine on fresh pasta, fine goat cheeses, and local wine.
Those wishing to explore the island of Sicily will find our Cefalu to Etna a particularly interesting option. Mt Etna is Europe’s highest active volcano, and here the horse treks follow ancient Roman paths and the luna-like trails of past eruptions.
With so much to offer, exploring this beautiful country on horseback is the perfect way to discover Italy’s hidden jewels. Our Italian horseback vacations combine excellent equitation with history, culture and fine cuisine.
Italy Geography and Climate:
The weather in Rome and central Italy during summer can exceed temperatures of 35ºC – making it sometimes unbearably hot. As such many businesses tend to close in August, as people take holidays in cooler climates. The best time to travel to Rome is in springtime, when skies are blue and the weather warm. Rain showers are possible any time of year. Mid-winter is mild, with the average temperature around 13 ºC.
In the northern regions of the country summer temperatures fluctuate, depending on location. Generally Venice ranges in temperature from 30 - 33 ºC; whilst Milan can often exceed 35 ºC. Tuscany has a relatively mild climate – ranging between 20 and 27 ºC in summer.
Southern Italy and Naples are often cooler in the summer, due to the Mediterranean climate. Southern Italy experiences sunnier, drier weather, and slightly milder temperatures ranging from 18 ºC to 29 ºC on average.
Horseback riding in Tuscany - Italy
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Holidays on horseback in Italy
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Siena Palio Horse Race
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Set in an 18th century Tuscan farmhouse in Chianti. Meadows, woods and beautiful gardens with a views of a medieval castle surround the equestrian centre.
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Italy
Travel restrictions
A new Decree of the President of the Council of Ministers (DPCM) dated September 7th 2020, identifies 6 lists of countries for which there are different limitations:
- EU COUNTRIES (except for Romania, Croatia, some French regions, Greece, Malta & Spain), SCHENGEN, United Kingdom and Northern Ireland, Andorra, Principality of Monaco: movements to/from EU countries are allowed for tourism, and without the obligation of isolation on return. The requirement to fill in a self-declaration remains.
- Croatia, Greece, Malta, Spain: the Minister of Health, with an Ordinance of August 12th 2020, in addition to what is already provided for EU countries, has established that those who enter/return to Italy from these countries (after a stay or even only transit) from August 13th and until further notice, must also present a statement that they have undergone a molecular or antigenic test carried out by means of a swab and a negative result within 72 hours before entering the national territory OR undergo a molecular or antigenic test; to be swabbed upon arrival at the airport, port, or border location (where possible) or within 48 hours of entering the national territory at the reference local health unit. Persons who have stayed or transited in these four countries shall also communicate their entry into the Italian territory to the Prevention Department of the competent Health Authority.
- Romania: movements from/to these countries are allowed for any reason but, upon return to Italy, there is the obligation of fiduciary isolation and health surveillance; it is necessary to fill in a self-declaration, and it is possible to reach the final destination in Italy only by private means (airport transit is allowed, without leaving the dedicated areas of the terminal).
- Australia, Canada, Georgia, Japan, New Zealand, Rwanda, Rwanda, Republic of Korea, Thailand, Tunisia, Uruguay: movements from/to these countries are allowed without a specific motivation, therefore, also for TOURISM. However, upon return to Italy, it is necessary to undergo fiduciary isolation and health surveillance, to fill in a self-declaration and reach the final destination in Italy only by private vehicle (airport transit is allowed, without leaving the dedicated areas of the terminal).
- Armenia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Chile, Kuwait, North Macedonia, Moldova, Oman, Panama, Peru, Dominican Republic: from these countries a ban on entry into Italy is still in force, with the exception of EU citizens (including Italian citizens) and their family members who have been resident in Italy since before July 9th 2020. Therefore, travel for tourism is not allowed.
- Kosovo and Montenegro: a ban on entry from these countries is still in force, except for EU citizens (including Italian citizens) and their family members who have been resident in Italy since before July 16th 2020. Therefore, travel for tourism is not allowed.
- Colombia: an entry ban is in force from this country (according to the Ordinance of the Minister of Health of August 12th 2020), except for EU citizens (including Italian citizens) and their family members who have been resident in Italy before August 13th 2020. Therefore, travel for tourism is not allowed.
- Rest of the world: travel to/from the rest of the world is allowed only for precise reasons, such as work, health or study reasons, absolute urgency, return to home, home, or residence. Therefore, travel for tourism is not allowed. The return to Italy from this group of countries is always permitted to Italian/EU/Schengen citizens and their family members, as well as holders of residence permits and their family members. Upon return to Italy from these countries, it is necessary to undergo fiduciary isolation and health surveillance and to fill in a self-declaration where it is compulsory to indicate the reason for the return. It is possible to reach the final destination in Italy only by private means (airport transit is allowed, without leaving the dedicated areas of the airport).
For all travellers from countries where travel for tourism is not allowed, when entering Italy, it is necessary to undergo fiduciary isolation and health surveillance and to fill in a self-declaration in which it is compulsory to indicate the reason for the return (essential reason only). It is possible to reach the final destination in Italy only by private means (airport transit is allowed, without leaving the dedicated areas of the airport).
English-language guidance on current entry and exit requirements is maintained on the following Ministry of Foreign Affairs website: https://www.esteri.it/mae/en/ministero/normativaonline/decreto-iorestoacasa-domande-frequenti/focus-cittadini-italiani-in-rientro-dall-estero-e-cittadini-stranieri-in-italia.html
Measures taken by government
On March 17th, the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transportation together with the Ministry of Health, issued a decree whereby all individuals entering Italy by any means of transportation are obliged to self-quarantine in their home/hotel for 14 days even if they have no symptoms of Covid-19.
On March 22nd, 2020, the Italian government released a decree closing non-essential industries from March 25th to April 3rd, later extended to May 3rd.
Supermarkets, banks, pharmacies, post offices, and other essential services remain open.
The Ministries of Health and the Interior further restricted inter-city movement as of March 22th, providing that travellers must provide justification and documentation to authorities on any movement between cities.
On April 26th, the Italian government released a decree introducing new measures valid from May 4th to May 17th. Under this decree, travel within the same region for work, health or emergency reasons, and to visit immediate family members or relatives is allowed as long as social distancing protocols are respected.
On May 17th, 2020, the Italian government released a decree providing that from June 3, 2020, it is possible to travel freely between regions in Italy.
On July 29th 2020, the Italian Government decided to extend the nationwide state of emergency until October 15th 2020.
Emergency number (related to COVID-19) while visiting the country
Call Italy’s 112 emergency number or 1500 if you believe you have symptoms and are currently in Italy. English speaking operators are available.
Source:
US Embassy in Italy https://it.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/
Published on September 15th (checked on September 23rd)
Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs - FAQ https://www.esteri.it/mae/en/ministero/normativaonline/decreto-iorestoacasa-domande-frequenti/focus-cittadini-italiani-in-rientro-dall-estero-e-cittadini-stranieri-in-italia.html
Published on September 22nd (checked on September 23rd)
For more information please visit our COVID-19 Updates page at https://www.hiddentrails.com/article/covid19update.aspx
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