Arrival and acquaintance

Arrival in the district of Karli or Adazi and settling down in guest house. Safety briefing and acquaintance. Refreshing equestrian skills or instructions (tuition in accordance to information left during reservation of vacation).

Crossing of Gauja river: Ligatne – Raiskums via Gauja river (27 km)

You will start your ride in Ligatne that is one of the most gorgeous places in the Gauja National Park. The historical development of the village of Ligatne Paper Mill is at least 200 years long. Ligatne is situated on 6 hills and this town is so beautiful due to sandstone cliff exposures on the banks of Ligatne River and Gauja River. Inhabitants of Ligatne remember tales about Katriniezis rock, Gudu cliffs, Jumpraviezis rock and, certainly, about Gauja – its dark pits, islands, rafters…

This place is so beautiful due to sandstone cliff exposures on the banks of Ligatne River and Gauja River. In the valley of Ligatne River there are artificial caves – cellars excellent at storage of vegetables and chosen as winter quarters by bats. 8 species of bats are met in Ligatne. Ligatne is the richest in caves place in Latvia

You will start this vacation day by crossing Gauja river on a historical wooden ferry operated by a manpower. Further on the ride leads through the wild forests of the National park on the other side of Gauja. 

Possibility to attend Ligatne Nature Park with wild animals or the Secret Soviet Bunker 9 m under surface.

Kvepene route: Raiskums - Cēsis via Kvepene (32 km)

You will ride on the Kvepene Hill fort surrounded by a fairytale landscape, where you will see possibly the most beautiful giant tree in Latvia - Kvepene Oak that is symbolically drawn also on the 5 lats banknote of Latvian currency.

After horseback riding through Kvepene forests the route continues to Cirulishu nature trails. The path was created to present the natural formation process from the ice age to present. You will enjoy the landscape with mirror cliffs and absolutely clear water.

Amata river route: Cesis - Zvarte – Cesis (35 km)

Today's route leads along the river Gauja and Amata. In the morning you will explore the banks of the river Gauja and continue along Amata. The Amata is one of the fastest rivers in the country and has a picturesque shore with red sandstone cliffs and steep rock formations. The Zvartes Rock are among the most famous in this region. During this day you will explore beautiful small rivers on horseback as well. If you are a fun of exciting rides on a horse back you will definitely enjoy ups and downs of the wild banks of rivers till you reach Zvarte.

Strikupe river route: Cesis - via river Strike - Janmuiza (25 km)

The riding down into river-bed of Strike is the highlight of this riding day. River Strike has very steep and sandy banks making this a beautiful riding experience. Forest trails of Gauja National park and the healing effect of spring water on the way will add to the joy of the vacation day. After horseback riding you will have excursion in Cesis a town with medieval old town and castle. Overnight in Cesis region.

Gauja river route: Janmuiza - Sietiniezis - Valmiera (31 km)

Further on the route we will continue along Gauja banks riding on its beaches, along forests and beautiful meadows with trails in perfect conditions for relaxed riding. The picnic will take place near Sietiniezis – a 500 m long and exceptionally beautiful sandstone cliffs near Gauja river. The perfect equestrian path continues to Valmiera – the final destination of this route. After horseback riding you will be transferred to Sigulda – a town with beautiful view on Gauja valley and medieval castle for overnight.

Cesis - Riga (Transfer)

Cesis - Riga (transfer). Return to hotel in Riga or direct transfer to the airport.