06 Dec 2022
We were picked from a hotel gate 20-25 minutes later than planned. Became a bit nervous, tried to call a tourist company but they didn’t answer us at 9-15 on Sunday morning. So we stayed in uncertainty if someone would pick us at all.
A group of 6 was all Russian speakers.
20 minute mini van ride to a horse rancho near Syedra, the horses were ready for us.
The tour itself lasted 2,5 hours with two stops. The latter stop lasted for 30 minutes and we had a chance to climb up to the ancient Syedra town ruins.
During the tour the horses just walked. Our route ran along the slopes of the mountains. The was no chance to change from walking to a trot. Our leader Natasha walked all the way beside our horses helping us guide thru a rugged terrain.
The tour is good/optimal for beginners, not as much interesting for experienced riders, all the way great for sightseeing and enjoying the country.