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Half day riding in the country + afternoon tours of the region (Option C )
We offer this
option as a one day break, weekend break or as a fully inclusive 3
to 7 night holiday
See also:
Riding in the School +
Tours and
(Tours for non-riders)
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Mornings - Riding in the Country.
This option may be enjoyed by novice to experienced riders,
but is not suitable for beginners.
Each day the ride follows a different route
with different views and terrains. You can expect at least 2 to 3 hours in the saddle, varied according to riders preferences
and their are miles of canters or you may prefer to walk, or explore off
the tracks.
 You will ride on
ancient tracks through spectacular
scenery, sometimes
teeming with butterflies and birdlife and rich in
wildflowers during the
spring, through pine woods, time-worn arroyos,
through vineyards, olive,
almond and apricot groves and from the tops of
our small mountains enjoy
huge views to the wide horizon. On
Wednesday mornings only
during 7
night fully inclusive
holidays we leave you free to relax or explore the
market town of Hellin (morning market).
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The Horses
Our
horses are predominantly Purebred Spanish, some
Portuguese Lusitanos, a Tres Sangres and an
Anglo Arabe. They have great 'spirit',
yet are gentle and intelligent. You may learn as
much from the
horses as from the instructors! Our more experienced
horses are capable of elevated movements and
High School work as well as good extension and
they move with lightness, collection and with
excellent balance and
cadence.
Afternoon - Tours of the Region
We can take you on a different
tour each day which could typically include; visiting a working
bull ranch, see the source of the Rio Mundo in the mountains of the Sierra de Alcaraz,
visit castles and historic buildings, wine routes and the ancient town of Jumilla,
prehistoric sites and cave paintings, Castilla La Mancha's 'lake
district', the windmills of Don Quixote and Castilla La Mancha etc. You have the opportunity to let us know your preferences on the Booking
Form and we always try to base our tours around individual tastes wherever
possible.
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Typical Itinerary for a
7 night inclusive holiday |
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Day one (Saturday) |
We pick you up from
Alicante or St Javier (Murcia) airport, or Albacete or Hellin train
station and take you to your hotel.
Depending on flight arrival
times, you may have time to unpack your bags, freshen up and enjoy a
drink in the hotel’s bar before we collect you and take you to a local
restaurant or to the riding centre for a 'welcome' meal, where you can
meet other riders, relax, or discuss the riding or tours to come..
If
your flight arrives after 18.00 then you may miss this first
meal, but snacks are available at the hotels.
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Day two (Sunday) |
After your hotel breakfast we collect you
and take you to the riding centre (approx 12/15 minutes drive) and initially have a ride in our school to get acquainted with the
horses and to ensure we find you a good match. After lunch you can enjoy your first ride out
in the country, or tour of the region if you have booked Option C. |
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Evening |
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If
there is time after your ride (or tour) you can relax at our centre and bar. In
the evening you have a choice; either we take you out for your evening
meal at
a local restaurant, or maybe at the Centre, or if you prefer we can take
you back to your hotel where we will have organised a choice of meals
for you and of course afterwards you can explore the town of Hellin, visit the bars and clubs or just enjoy a walk in the park. The choice
is yours. |
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Days three to seven (Monday to Friday)
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Riding in the Country:
Pace is set to suit our riders and there are miles of canters, or walking,
or exploring off track etc.
Each day the ride follows a different route,
with different scenery and terrain, stopping for lunch at a remote
village bar, or for a picnic out in the country or maybe back at the
centre, depending on the length of ride. Expect at least 4 to 6 hours
in the saddle on full day rides or around half this on half day rides, varied according to rider's preferences. We can take keen and competent riders
on longer trails, with more hours in the saddle.
You will ride on ancient tracks and mountain trails through spectacular
scenery, teeming with butterflies and birdlife and rich in wildflowers
during the spring, through pine woods, time-worn arroyos, through vineyards
and olive, almond and apricot groves and from the tops of our small
mountains enjoy breathtaking views to the wide horizon. |
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| Afternoons |
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A different tour each day which could typically include;visit a working
cattle ranch, see the source of the Rio Mundo in the mountains of the Sierra de Alcaraz,
visit castles and historic buildings, prehistoric sites and cave paintings, wine routes and town of Jumilla,
visit Castilla La Mancha's 'lake district', see the windmills of La
Mancha etc. You have the opportunity to state your preferences on the Booking
Form and we always try to base our tours around individual tastes wherever
possible. |
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If
there is time after your ride (or tour) you can relax at our centre and bar. In
the evening you have a choice; either we take you out for your evening
meal at
a local restaurant, or maybe at the Centre, or if you prefer we can take
you back to your hotel where we will have organised a choice of meals
for you and of course afterwards you can explore the town of Hellin, visit the bars and clubs or just enjoy a walk in the park. The choice
is yours. |
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Day eight (Saturday) |
We will collect you at a pre-arranged time (see booking form)
to return you to your airport. Note that on your departure day your 'inclusive'
holiday includes breakfast at your hotel but if your flight is very
early you may miss this. |
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WHAT’S INCLUDED . . .
on Fully Inclusive 3 to 7 night holidays:
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Transfer from Alicante or San Javier (Murcia)
airports, or Albacete or Hellin rail station, to your hotel & return.
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Excellent hotel accommodation
(just 15 minutes from the Centre) plus breakfast.
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Transport to and from your hotel and the riding centre.
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All evening and mid-day meals (except
Wednesday lunch if you are on a '7 night inclusive' holiday),
including drinks with meals (beer/wine/soft drinks).
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Your choice of riding activity (Options A,
B, C, D, E or Classical Riding), or combined riding/tours.
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Enjoy the facilities at the Centre (bar, sun and shade
terraces etc), watch any riders in the school, enjoy walks, or explore the town of Hellin, swim at the pool in our
local village of Tobarra (July and August), or simply relax at the
centre.
Prices do not include flights as this allows you to get the best prices
from the many airlines servicing your choice of the two airports. Or from
Madrid take the 2½ hour express
train to Albacete, where we can collect you.
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ACCOMMODATION
last updated
19 Jul 2013
We have chosen for you an
excellent hotel in the market town of Hellin, approximately 15 minutes
drive from the riding centre. We ensure you have an enjoyable holiday,
good food, drink and surroundings and with well trained horses, but we
put your accommodation in the expert hands of one of Hellin's most caring and
hospitable hoteliers, who have been looking after our guests for the
last 9 years.
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Hotel Emilio |
Excellent modern 3 star (the '1st
Class' rooms are actually 4 star) hotel in Hellin
approximately 8 minutes
walk from the town centre.
We offer you a choice of two room types
to suit your budget:
'1st Class' rooms are in the new part
of the hotel and are spacious and modern,
en-suite & air conditioned. TV/satellite. Internet connection (card available at reception). Mini-Bar and room safe.
'Traditional' rooms are a little smaller
with more traditional furnishings. They are en-suite and have the
same facilities as the '1st Class' rooms except they do not have a
mini-bar or a room
safe.
This is an excellent hotel with breakfast room,
bar/café, restaurant. A modern/traditional Spanish bar and restaurant.
Without exception our guests have enthused about this hotel, service
and the friendly nature of its staff.
See
hotel's own website for more details
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www.hremilio.com
 
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