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Vermont Getaway Rides

Arrive at 4 PM on Day 1 - Departure in the afternoon of Day 3.
Optional extra overnights can be arranged at an additional cost - please inquire!

Sample Itinerary- 3 days: Friday to Sunday
Day 1  Friday: Arrive late afternoon about 4 PM at the B&B which is a lovely 1860's Victorian country inn with cozy guest rooms, all with private baths. The inn boasts a swimming hole within walking distance, a recreation path, views of surrounding farmland, a BYOB bar in the family room with a pool table, and an outdoor jacuzzi tub. With as many as 30 restaurants in the valley we can be sure you will find one to suit your tastes for dinner tonight. Your innkeeper Luc can help you with your selection and send you in the right direction!
Day 2  Saturday: After a three-course gourmet breakfast on our lovely back porch overlooking the gazebo you will be introduced to your horses and have a quick orientation. Then off to a day of riding. A picnic lunch will be served along the trail, with ample time for relaxing and enjoying the fresh Vermont air, before remounting for a fun afternoon of riding. Late afternoon is a great time for a swim, shopping, sightseeing, maybe a Jacuzzi, or if you wish a massage. We offer an on-call massage therapist who will arrive at the Inn to take care of any sore places. Dinner will be prepared and served by your hosts, who will join you for a relaxing meal. By this time you will appreciate the Inn's marvelous feather beds.
Day 3  Sunday: After another fabulous breakfast, we are off to another full day of riding, more beautiful scenery, and another great picnic lunch. The ride will end at 4 p.m.

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Sample Itinerary- 3 days: Wednesday to Friday
Day 1  Wednesday: Arrive late afternoon about 4 PM at the B&B which is a lovely 1860's Victorian country inn with cozy guest rooms, all with private baths. The inn boasts a swimming hole within walking distance, a recreation path, views of surrounding farmland, a BYOB bar in the family room with a pool table, and an outdoor jacuzzi tub. With as many as 30 restaurants in the valley we can be sure you will find one to suit your tastes for dinner tonight. Your innkeeper Luc can help you with your selection and send you in the right direction!
Day 2  Thursday: This morning starts out from the farm. Then we will be off exploring Camel's Hump State Forest in an area the locals call "Baird In The Bush." Lunch is back at the farm . The afternoon ride offers more winding dirt roads and lovely wooded trails that will bring us back around 4 pm.  We will meet back at the inn for dinner together on this night. (options are available to depart on Thursday morning or afternoon)
Day 3   Friday: Today we will ride up through the mountains along scenic stone walls and through old farm lands, even coming across stone foundations dating back about 100 years. Lunch is back at the farm, and for those who wish to ride in the afternoon, we will be off for more tolting! Departure in the afternoon

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Sample Itinerary- 4days: Sunday to Wednesday
Day 1 Sunday: Arrive late afternoon about 4 PM at the B&B which is a lovely 1860's Victorian country inn with cozy guest rooms, all with private baths. The inn boasts a swimming hole within walking distance, a recreation path, views of surrounding farmland, a BYOB bar in the family room with a pool table, and an outdoor Jacuzzi tub. With as many as 30 restaurants in the valley we can be sure you will find one to suit your tastes for dinner tonight. Your innkeeper Luc can help you with your selection and send you in the right direction! 
Day 2 Monday: Arrive at the horse farm around 9:30 am for an orientation, and an introduction to the Icelandic Horse. Then a brief discussion and assignment of horses. There will be an opportunity to view a video about the history and gaits of the Icelandic Horse. We will then have a short hands on education down at the riding arena and track. We will help you with gait transitions and individual instruction as it pertains to your horse. Then we are off to practice what you have learned. Lunch is at the farm today and in the afternoon you will be able to try a different horse if you wish.
Day 3 Tuesday: Today you will really get into the gaits while enjoying magnificent views along the way. Lunch is at a pretty spot by the river. Then off for more riding through forests and neighboring farm lands. Back at the inn you may choose to relax before dinner, or explore the wonderful walking trails along the river or take a swim... or maybe back in that hot tub!
Day 4: Wednesday is a 2 hour ride in the morning after breakfast at 10 am.

Fayston area

Seasons
May and June's days are warm with temperatures in the 60’s and 70’s F, sometimes 80’s F. However, nights are cooler (50’s F).
July and August are usually warm months and can occasionally get hot (90’s F).
In September and October you will find warm days still, while mornings and evenings are cool, sometime as low as 30’s and 40’s F.

Special note – Fall foliage
The Fall Foliage Season usually begins around mid-September and lasts until mid-October, with peak colors appearing around the first week in October. Of course this varies depending on the weather. The leaves start to turn in the northern part of the state first and gradually work their way south. Also, in general, higher elevations start changing before the lower elevations.

For convenience these are some things that we recommend to bring along.
- Riding breeches, chaps, or comfortable sports pants. Some people tend do to be sore when riding in jeans. If you do decide to wear jeans; chaps, or half chaps are recommended.
- Paddock boots are most practical on this ride, but feel free to wear what you are most comfortable in. We will be doing some walking to loosen up, so it is very important that your boots are comfortable.

Dress for the season. Attire in the evenings is casual.
In May and June the days are warm with temperatures in the 60's and 70's. Nights are cooler, in the 50's.
July and August are usually warm, and occasionally hot, in the 90's.
In September and October, you will have warm days, with cool evenings and mornings, sometimes in the 30's and 40's.
You may need a sweater, as it does cool down at night.

Bring a bathing suit, sunscreen, and riding gloves.

Riding helmets are required and if you have your own you will be more comfortable; but one can also be borrowed from us. This goes as well for rain gear.
Optional equipment includes; a camera, water bottle, a belt pack for personal belongings, and sunglasses.

If you would like to book the Massage Therapist please contact Hidden Trails for details and confirmation.
 

Accommodations
On this stationary ride, all nights are spent at the same location. You are free to arrive at the Inn any time after 3 pm on Sunday or Wednesday.

Description
You overnights will be at a lovely country inn in Waitsfield. From the moment you enter the sunny front room or our Inn, with white wicker furniture and pastel floral prints, the flower-bedecked back porch overlooking the gazebo, and lush gardens in open fields, you will know you have arrived in heavenly Vermont. Erected circa 1860, this lovely Victorian Inn was built from the wood of the land and boasts hardwood floors and decorative moldings throughout. Lace-etched 5'x5' picture windows and period antiques adorn the living and dining areas. Each guest room is uniquely decorated and features feather beds and private baths. (Non-feather beds are available, too. Just ask.)
The lounge has cable TV, DVD, stereo, wood stove, guest refrigerator, and a pool table. In the evening, enjoy our Hot Springs hot tub on the back deck as you gaze upon the sky saturated with stars.
Wi-Fi is available at the Inn.

There are laundry facilities in Waitsfield if necessary.

Room Occupancy
Single travelers pay a single room supplement unless we can find a roommate for you.

Meals
Most meals are included on this trip, except for dinner on arrival day. As much as possible we serve locally grown food (farm to table).
Breakfast and dinner are at the Inn and lunch is at the farm.

Breakfast is served from 8 – 9 AM but fresh brewed coffee is available by 7 AM to take to your room or in any common room including our sun room.A nice variety of teas are available 24 hrs a day from our tea table. In late afternoon/evening; cookies or baked goods are waiting for you.
We serve a delicious 3-course breakfast with nice presentation on antique china, all made from scratch with fresh and local ingredients. Varies daily. Sweet one day and savory the next.
For those who prefer a lighter breakfast; cereal, granola, yogurt and almond milk is available.

Alcoholic drinks are not included in this trip but you are welcome to bring your own at dinnertime only.

Dietary Restrictions
If you have special dietary requests, please let us know in advance, and we will make every effort to accommodate you.

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Passports

Valid passport required by all nationals referred to in the chart ; validity varies - for most countries the passport must be valid for at least six months from the date on which the holder enters the USA. If not, the holder will be admitted until the expiration date on the passport; check with the embassy (see Contact Addresses).

Passport Note

(a) For nationals included in the Visa Waiver Program (see below), passports must be valid for at least 90 days from date of entry.

(b) All travellers entering the USA under the Visa Waiver Program require individual machine-readable passports. Children included on a parent's passport also now require their own machine-readable passport. Travellers not in possession of machine-readable passports will require a valid USA entry visa.

(c) Passports issued on or after 26 October 2005 will need to have a biometric identifier in order for the holder to travel visa free under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Machine-readable passports issued between 26 October 2005 and 25 October 2006 require a digital photograph printed on the data page or an integrated chip with information from the data page. Machine-readable passports issued on or after 26 October 2006 will require an integrated chip with information from the data page (e-passport).



The US has announced new measures that require all travellers to provide details online 72 hours prior to travel.

ESTA: The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) came into force on 12 January 2009. It is a fully automated, electronic system for screening passengers before they begin travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program. ESTA applications must be submitted at least 72 hours before travel to the USA. Some websites may charge you for the service but you can apply online for free at www.dhs.gov. The granting of an ESTA does not guarantee entry to the USA.

New Requirements for Travellers: As of 23 January 2007 all persons, including US citizens, travelling by air between the USA and Canada, Central and South America, the Caribbean and Bermuda are required to present a valid passport, or other approved document, when entering or re-entering the USA. Similar requirements for those travelling by land or sea will be introduced on 1 June 2009.

For further details about the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, visit the website of the US Department of State: (website: http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html).

Visas

Not required by nationals referred to in the chart above for stays of up to 90 days except:

1. nationals of Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Hungary, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Romania and Slovak Republic, who do require a visa.

Visa Note

(a) Landed Immigrants of Canada and British residents of Bermuda who are citizens of, and have valid passports from, Commonwealth countries or Ireland are not eligible to enter the USA without a visa. (b) All passengers using US airports for transit purposes are required to obtain a transit visa. This does not affect qualified travellers travelling visa free under the Visa Waiver Program. (d) To qualify for visa-free travel under the Visa Waiver Program, nationals must travel on a valid passport, for holiday, transit or business purposes only and for a stay not exceeding 90 days. (e) Passengers must have the full address and ZIP code of where they are staying in the USA to be able to fully complete the I-94W form. Note: Airlines are also required to collect passenger details, including the address of their first night's accommodation in the USA, before they board the aircraft. (f) 2. Holders of UK passports with the endorsement British Subject, British Dependent Territories Citizen, British Protected Person, British Overseas Citizen or British National (Overseas) Citizen do not qualify for the Visa Waiver Program. A passport which states holder has right of abode or indefinite leave to remain in the UK does not qualify for visa free travel. (g) A visa does not expire with the expiry of the holder’s passport. An unexpired, endorsed visa in an expired passport may be presented for entry into the USA, as long as the visa itself has not been cancelled, is undamaged, is less than 10 years old and is presented with a valid non-expired passport, provided that both passports are for the same nationality. (h) Nationals of countries not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).

Types of Visa and Cost

Tourist, Business, Transit and Student: US$131.

Validity

Visas may be used for travel to the USA until the date it expires. Some visas are valid for multiple entries. The length of stay in the USA is determined by US immigration officials at the time of entry but is generally six months; there is, however, no set time.

Applications to:

Embassy or consulate (see Contact Addresses).

Working Days Required

Usually five after interview. Some cases may take up to 12 weeks – check with embassy/consulate.