Discover the alps
Samoëns Comfort Horse Riding Holidays
Discover the beauty of the French Alps through an unforgettable 8-day, 7-night horseback riding holiday based in the charming village of Samoëns. Enjoy 5 days of riding through spectacular alpine scenery, rivers, mountain trails, and traditional villages, combined with comfortable accommodation, excellent local cuisine, and relaxing wellness facilities.
Day 1 – Arrival in Samoëns
Arrival in the picturesque alpine village of Samoëns and free time to explore at your leisure.
Your hotel is ideally located just 100 meters from the village center and the beautiful La Jaÿsinia Botanical Garden.
Overnight at Hôtel Le Gai Soleil in a shared room on a half-board basis.
Day 2 – Riding Around Taninges & the Giffre River
First riding day through the beautiful landscapes surrounding Taninges and its lake.
Enjoy a pleasant ride along the refreshing Giffre River, especially enjoyable during summer.
Visit the village of Taninges and discover the historic Chartreuse de Mélan.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Overnight at Hôtel Le Gai Soleil on a half-board basis.
Day 3 – Ride to Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval
Today’s ride follows the stunning Giffre Valley toward the spectacular Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval, one of the most impressive natural reserves in the Alps.
Discover breathtaking waterfalls and dramatic mountain cliffs forming a magnificent horseshoe-shaped cirque.
Overnight at Hôtel Le Gai Soleil in a shared room on a half-board basis.
Day 4 – Sixt Village & Mountain Heritage
Morning horseback ride and visit of the authentic alpine village of Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval.
Lunch at a charming restaurant overlooking waterfalls and stunning mountain scenery.
Visit the traditional Vallon hamlet and a local mountain farm.
Overnight at Hôtel Le Gai Soleil on a half-board basis.
Day 5 – Mountain Ride to Gers Lake
Full-day horseback ride through alpine mountain trails toward the beautiful Lac de Gers.
Experience spectacular mountain landscapes and peaceful high-altitude scenery.
Overnight in a mountain refuge.
Day 6 – Return to Samoëns
Morning ride back to Samoëns.
Lunch in the village followed by a relaxing afternoon by the hotel swimming pool and spa facilities.
Overnight at Hôtel Le Gai Soleil in a shared room on a half-board basis.
Day 7 – Visit of Annecy
Enjoy a beautiful day excursion to Annecy, often called the “Venice of the Alps,” famous for its lake, canals, old town, and mountain scenery.
Overnight in a 3-star hotel in Annecy.
Day 8 – Departure
Departure after breakfast.
Included in the Package
8 days / 7 nights accommodation
5 guided riding days
Picnic lunches during riding days
Transfers during the riding program
1 full-day visit of Annecy
6 nights at Hôtel Le Gai Soleil
1 night in a 3-star hotel in Annecy
Half-board accommodation
Rate
€2,750 per rider
Excluding airport transfers
225 euros per van