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On the trace of the Moors


Itinerary for On the trace of the Moors





Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Day 1: Arrival
Pick up from the airport, bus or train station in Granada and transfer to the equestrian center in Hinojares (Jaén). We will have a meeting to explain the route.
Dinner and accommodation at in Jaén.
Meals included: Dinner
Overnight at a Hotel in Jaén


Day 2: Two Rivers Ride
After breakfast, allocation of horses before we begin our riding adventure. Our trail starts through an immense olive grove typical of Jaén. We will then descend to the lush banks of the Guadalentín River, through the Puente de la Tía Canaca, before going up to Peralta, surrounded by an enchanted forest of fig trees.
After leaving the ravine, we will look for the second river of the day, the Turrilla River. On our way back to the stables, we will see a colorful valley, passing through a red canyon where time seems to have stopped. 
Riding approx.6 hours – 30 km
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at a Hotel in Jaén

Day 3: Ride to Bolera Reservoir
Today, we ride through the heart of the Sierra de Cazorla, ascending from 650 meters to above 1,600 meters. Our paths are surrounded by centuries-old black pines over 50 meters high.
We will have our picnic next to the Prados de Cuenca (Ponderosa Fountain), where we may possibly see deer that graze in these high mountain meadows. In the afternoon we will descend to the Bolera Reservoir.
Riding approx.5.5 hours – 26 km
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at a Hotel near Bolera Reservoir


Day 4: Ride
This morning, we cross the Cerrada de la Herradura Bridge, to begin a long ascent to the Cortijo del Raso, where we will observe some impressive ravines called Wolf Stride. After a slight descent, we find ourselves on the banks of the Guadalentín River in the Vado de las Carretas, a historic place where one of the most important fights of the Reconquest of the Kingdom of Granada took place, between Moors and Christians.
We then leave the valley towards the Guadalquivir River, passing through Nava de San Pedro, where we will eat in a typical mountain restaurant. After passing through the Nava del Espino, we begin a long descent to the Guadalquivir Valley.
Riding approx.6 hours – 30 km
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at Parador Cazorla 


Day 5: Ride to Cazorla
We leave the Guadalquivir Valley by a steep slope to Tejo port, where we will see a sea of olive trees (from Jaén), the largest humanized forest in the world, with more than 65 million olive trees.
We will gradually descend to the Castillo de la Iruela and the beautiful town of Cazorla.
Visit Cazorla after checking into your hotel.
Riding approx.5 hours – 22 km
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at a Hotel in Cazorla


Day 6: Nature Park Ride 
This is our longest day in the saddle. Today, we will enjoy the most representative landscapes of the Natural Park, with spectacular views of Cazorla and its impressive Castillo de la Yedra. We will cross areas where we can spot wildlife and make a stop at Las Buitreras to see the Griffon Vulture nests.
We then continue our ride to Puerto Lorente and Collado Zamora, where we will eat at the refuge before entering the foothills of the Cordillera de los Agrios, passing between different ravines, until we reach the Port of
Tíscar, with two watchtowers that remind us of the old Nasrid border with the Adelantado de Cazorla.
Riding approx.6 hours – 29 km
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at a Hotel in Tiscar


Day 7: Sanctuary of Tiscar Ride 
We descend to the Sanctuary of Tiscar to see the Cueva del Agua, a natural monument of incomparable beauty, declared a Natural Monument of Andalusia.
From the Sanctuary of Tiscar, and after a long journey through the mountains, we begin our descent into the valley visiting some charming small villages until we reach Arroyo Molinos. Here three rivers meet to flow into the great Guadiana Menor River, which we will see during our picnic lunch in the ancient Iberian town of Castellones de Ceal.
Finally, we make our way back to the stables in Hinojares.
In the afternoon, choose one of the following activities depending on the season: Carthusian horse farm tour or Chocolate tour or Olive oil mill visit or Canoeing activity.
Riding approx.3 hours – 16 km
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at a Hotel in Jaén


Day 8: Sightseeing
After checking out from the accommodation, transfer to the Corral del Conde Ferrán Caballero, near Ciudad Real.
On the way, you will visit the Museum dedicated to the immortal figure of Don Quixote (visit between 11 am and 1:30 pm).
Then, transfer to your accommodation, on the outskirts of Ciudad Real. After resting we will have a small tour of the Equestrian facilities: observation of the Horses of the Jiménez Latorre Stud (Spanish Thoroughbred).
Lunch, Dinner and Accommodation in Ferrancaballero.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight near Ciudad Real


Day 9: Stud Ride
After breakfast, we will see and participate in the dressage work that is done daily in this renowned Spanish Stud. You will get a lesson of high school and classical dressage led by an expert equestrian teacher from OMTE (World Organization of Equestrian Tourism).
In the afternoon we will get to ride some of the beautiful horses from the stud and we will go horseback riding along the trails of the Don Quixote de la Mancha route (3 hours).
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight near Ciudad Real


Day 10: Carriage & Food Tour
This morning, we go on a 3-hour horse-drawn carriage tour, passing through olive groves and beautiful landscapes along the Don Quixote route. Then, lunch and rest.
In the afternoon there will be an outing to experience Spanish gastronomy. Depending on the time of the year and preference, you can choose between tasting: wines, olive oil or the famous La Mancha cheeses.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight near Ciudad Real


Day 11: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the Ciudad Real train station to take the train to Madrid (frequency of 15 trains a day, first train 6:40 am / last train at 10:40 pm - approximately one hour of train).
Meals included: Breakfast

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On the trace of the Moors
Tour Code: IT-SPCN03
11 days / 10 nights
Dates : March-June & September-November

Difficulty : Riding Level
Riding Level Explained
ABeginner
Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter.
BNovice
Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting trots, and short canters.
CIntermediate
Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces (including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly.
D Strong Intermediate
Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day.
EAdvanced
All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country.
Lodging: Standard
Lodging Level Explained
   
= Facilities in lodges, estancias, haciendas, resorts, etc.
   
Basic lodging - some with shared bathroom facilities, usually no AC or room service.
Regular standard room - usually with private bath.
 Accommodations with superior comforts.
   
 = Trips with nights in tent camps. Sometimes the first and last night are in hotels.
   
Basic tent camping - everyone helps out with camp chores.
Regular standard with some camp amenities and camp cook.
Camping facilities with superior comforts like camp shower, bathroom facility..
   
 = Trips that combine nights in hotels and camping.
   
Basic accommodation and basic camping facilities can be expected.
Regular standard with some nicer amenities.
Only assigned to hotel and camping facilities with superior comforts.

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A 2024 03/15 - 06/30 11d / 10n 11 day trip 4 /10 Reserve
A 2024 09/15 - 11/30 11d / 10n 11 day trip 4 /10 Reserve
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Tack: English saddle with saddle bag
Horses: Andalusian and Spanish-Arab mix // PRE...
Pace: Moderate based on the Rider's experien...
Walk, Trot, Canter,
Airport: Granada
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