Challenge Rides

£1,855 per person sharing payable to ‘In The Saddle’

This includes full board accommodation; wine/beer/soft drinks with dinner; riding and return transfers from Bucharest (at set times).

It does not include additional drinks; optional €40 Donation to the Conservation Carpathia Foundation; tips.

£1,000 donation per person payable to the BHS. This can be fundraised for any of our campaigns https://www.bhs.org.uk/support-us/our-campaigns/

Flights are not included in the price. Transfers are at set times from Bucharest Otopeni airport (OTP). Flights should be booked to arrive no later than 16:00 and return flights should depart after 14:00.

The maximum group size is 8 riders.  This ride is suitable for fit, experienced riders only. They must be a frequent and regular rider. Very fit and in control on a forward going horse at all paces in the open over rough and variable ground.

There is a rider weight limit of 85kg in riding gear. There are some steep climbs and descents, and some walking on foot, so challengers should have good general fitness.

Single rooms are not possible on every night of the ride and the number of single rooms are limited. Please ensure the riders are prepared to share, at least on some nights.

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets are possible with prior notice.

It is important that all persons travelling confirm that they have medical and travel insurance cover for the riding activities to be undertaken on the challenge. Insurance is not included in the ride price. We strongly advise them to obtain this confirmation in writing from their insurance companies. They must take their insurance documents with them to Romania.

Each adult rider needs to sign our acceptance of risk form prior to travel. The form can be accessed here: www.inthesaddle.com/legal/risk/

You need to be over 18 and a competent rider. A sense of adventure is essential! 

You will be spending 5 - 7 hours in the saddle a day so the fitter you are the more you will enjoy the experience. There is a weight limit of 85kg for all the rides. 

Although you don’t need to be technically brilliant, safety is paramount, so you need to have a safe, secure and balanced seat in all paces and be confident riding at speed.

The welfare of both horse and rider is our upmost priority. All the horses we use are selected based on their behaviour, training and nature. They are familiar with each other, used to the routes and fit for the terrain. Standards will change in different countries- for instance in tack - but will always be in good condition and completely safe. 

The ground costs vary with each destination; however, all ride costs include accommodation, food, water, fruit and refreshments throughout the trip. It also includes all ground and baggage transfers, back-up support vehicles, medical backup, the guides and horses.  

Travel insurance, visa costs and any optional tours you wish to undertake are not included in the cost. 

Flights are to be arranged independently but advised by the tour company who can also offer trip extensions and tailor-made packages if required.

This will be an amazing adventure in aid of The British Horse Society. We require a £300 registration fee with your booking plus a £700 minimum fundraising donation in support of your chosen appeal or campaign.

Have a look at which appeal you would like to fundraise for.