Aosta Valley Ride

Introduction
Northern Italy Italy
We offer you an experience in the Gran Paradiso National Park area. This is the oldest Italian National Park and has an area of over 70,000 hectares. It is located between the Aosta Valley and the Piedmont winegrowing region. The park is home to many peaks exceeding 4,000 meters above sea level, creating a typical alpine environment with glaciers, rocks, larch trees and fir woods.

In the saddle we will experience the beauty of these mountains, far away from mass tourism, allowing for perfect relaxation in harmony with nature.
Discover small villages of very ancient origins, built in hollow of pastures at the foot of Punta Leissé and be awe-struck by panoramic views over the valleys of Aosta, Cogne, Valsavarenche, Val di Rhemes, Valgrisenche, as well as numerous peaks.

Accomodation

Accommodations
This is a stationary ride, so all nights are spent at the same accommodation.

Description
Located at 1700 meters above sea level. The ancient stone and wood building has been completely renovated with skill and good taste, maintaining some valuable architectural features of the past. On the ground floor is the small common room, enriched with flowers and wooden sculptures. On the upper floors we find the spacious ensuite bedrooms. Free Wi-Fi access is available.
All rooms have a great panoramic view towards the Gran Paradiso area and the Pila basin.

Room Occupancy
In case you are a solo traveler, the single supplement fee is mandatory.


Meals
All meals are included from dinner on day 1 to lunch on the last day.

All accommodations have their own restaurant, serving delicious and typical Aosta Valley specialties

In Vetan, breakfast consists of an assortment of cakes, jams and sweet black bread, all homemade by Antonella, the friendly owner. 

Dietary Restrictions
We can usually cater to most dietary restrictions with prior notice.

Riding

Horses
The riding center has 12 horses of different breeds. Some are trained in western riding while others are trained English style.

Itinerary


Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Please, note that the itinerary below is to be considered indicative. It may be subject to variations due to weather conditions or circumstances beyond our control.
The itinerary could be carried out in a different order to meet the availability of accommodation.

Day 1: Arrival
Plan to arrive in the afternoon in Vetan, in order to check-in at Chambres d’Hotes l'Abri de Vetan.
Tonight, a welcome dinner is included at the guesthouse.
Meals included: Dinner
Overnight at guesthouse in Vetan
      
Day 2: Vetan Ride
After breakfast, meeting at the equestrian center at 9.00 am. Assignment of horses and departure for the Vallone di Vertosan. Lunch break at "Bocconata alla Valdostana" with tasting of various typical local products.
Then, in the afternoon ride back to Vetan.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at guesthouse in Vetan

Day 3: Mountain Ride
This morning, we are all in the saddle for 9:00 am. Today we will go up to the high pastures and stop for a typical lunch in a stone mountain house.
In the afternoon, we will return to the valley and the Pesse pasture and then ride back to Vetan.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Overnight at guesthouse in Vetan

Day 4: Last Ride
Departure at 9 am for our last day in the saddle. We will make our way down to Thouraz where we will stop for the lunch before returning to the stables in Vetan.
Meals included: Breakfast & Lunch

Rates and Dates for Aosta Valley Ride

Dates Note:

Other Info
Meeting: Vetan Villette
Airport: Turin (TRN) or Milan (MXP)
Transfer:

Climate:
                                                Aosta area