Ride on the scenic Karst Plateau of Slovenia, discovering ancient caves and castles as well as having the chance to visit the home of the Lipizzaner horse – Lipica. If you’re lucky you may even spot a bear on an evening’s trip to a woodland hide.
Day One:
Upon arrival at your accommodation in Bač, you’ll be welcomed and shown to your room. Settle in, relax, and enjoy a delicious dinner showcasing local flavors.
No riding
Day Two:
After breakfast, transfer to the stables where your horse will be waiting. Spend the morning riding
through the beautiful countryside, getting to know your horse while learning the fundamentals of
western riding.
Following lunch, you’ll be heading to the world-famous Lipica Stud Farm – birthplace of the Lipizzaner
horse. Explore the historic estate, watch the mares and foals grazing in wide green pastures, and, if
you wish, enjoy the show of the majestic Lipizzaner horses (entrance fees payable locally).
Riding time: 3 h
Day Three :
Today, you begin your ride through the stunning Karst landscape, a region shaped by legends, limestone formations, and disappearing lakes. The trail leads under a natural rock wall and through a tunnel carved into the stone before reaching Šilentabor for impressive views of the wild surroundings. Continue to Zagorje for lunch in a local pub, then ride along the hillsides of Primož, passing the remains of World War II tunnels. The path continues across the Pivka River floodplains before reaching Trnje, where the horses will stay overnight. You’ll return to Bač for dinner and a well-deserved rest.
Riding time: 7 hours
Day Four:
Today is a full day of riding as you set out from Trnje, toward two remarkable seasonal lakes –
Petelinjsko Jezero and Palsko Jezero. These lakes are part of a unique natural phenomenon: the Pivka
River basin, home to 17 lakes that appear after heavy rain, then vanish into the karst underworld,
leaving behind lush green meadows.
Continue past the ruins of Kalec Castle, where you’ll pause to rest beneath centuries-old linden trees
before riding across open meadows to the village of Bač for lunch. In the afternoon, you’ll ride
through peaceful woodland trails as you return to the stables in Šembije.
Riding time: 7 hours
Day Five:
Begin with a journey into the Karst underworld at Postojna Cave, the largest and most famous cave system in Europe. Afterwards, stop at Predjama Castle, a medieval fortress built into the mouth of a cliffside cave.
Enjoy lunch on the way, then return for an afternoon ride leading down to the Reka River, where you may enjoy the experience of crossing the water on horseback. Climb back up through the hills, and, if conditions allow, you may catch the sunset from the hilltop or later on among grazing horses — a peaceful and memorable end to the day.
Riding time: 4 hours
Day Six:
Today is a non-riding day as you travel to Piran, one of the Adriatic’s most enchanting coastal towns.
Wander narrow medieval stone streets, admire Venetian architecture, and soak in the authentic seaside charm from the hilltop church down to the lively waterfront square. Lunch is at leisure—choose from countless cafés and restaurants offering fresh seafood and Mediterranean specialties.
No riding
Day Seven:
After a short drive to Sembije, saddle your horse for your final ride into the wild heart of Milanja—an area known for its bear population. With luck, you may spot signs of these impressive animals along the trail.
From high ridges, enjoy breathtaking views before stopping for lunch at a rustic woodland cottage near WWII tunnels. In the afternoon, ride back toward Sembije, concluding your journey with a celebratory dinner and final evening in this unique Karst region.
Riding time: 7 hours
Day Eight:
After breakfast, you are transferred to the airport for your flight home or onward travel.
Food and Accomodation
You will be staying at the Tourist Farm ‘Pri Požarju’ in Bač. There are six twin rooms available with private bathroom and private entrance. All rooms are clean and comfortable.
Breakfast and dinner are available at the farm. Lunch is available at the local pubs and restaurants in the surroundings. There you will be able to enjoy delicious homemade food and regional wine. Most of the meals include meat, but it is also possible to arrange vegetarian options.
Additional information:
- Minimum group size: 2
- Maximum group size: 8
- Ability description: Confident Intermediate to Experienced riders. You should be capable at all paces on a forward going horse
- Type of ride: Trail riding, returning to the same place each night
- Total riding time: 5 main riding days, some shorter days and some much longer. There may be time for a ride on arrival day
- Departure dates: On demand
- Type of horses: Quarter Horses, Warmbloods, Icelandic Horses.
- Nature of horses: Relaxed and calm but forward-going
- Height of horses: 14 – 16hh.
- Weight limit: 100kg / 15 stone 10 lbs
- Tack type: English style saddles for the Icelandic horses or Western saddles for the Quarter Horses and Warmbloods
- Languages: English, Slovenian, Croatian, Italian.
- Health requirements: General good fitness recommended.
- Age limit: Riders need to be 16 years or older to join the trail programmes.
- Tuition: No
- Included: Accommodation, meals, soft drinks with meals, horse riding, transportation of luggage from site to site.
- Not included: Flights, insurance, transfers, entrance fees to non-riding sites, extra drinks, extra activities.
The organizer reserves the right to adjust the itinerary (route, schedule and activities) at any time due to unforeseen circumstances, including weather, safety considerations, trail conditions, or the wellbeing of guests and horses.