“Albanian Equine Adventure – Level 2 Challenge“
Riding Rhythms is a 7-day journey for riders with some experience seeking to challenge themselves in varied terrain and trail riding. Over the week, you’ll explore a completely new world, learning to sit with balance, communicate gently with a horse, and feel confident in the saddle.
The program is hands-on and supportive, focusing not only on riding skills, but also on:
Every horse is carefully chosen by the instructors to match your abilities, so you can progress safely and enjoyably. By the end of the week, you’ll be ready to ride with confidence, walk and trot through the hills, and experience the joy of true partnership with a horse.
1360 Euro /Full board
* The price includes all meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 8, accommodation in a hotel in the Old Town of Gjirokastra on Day 1 and Day 7 and in a guesthouse in the village on the other days, English-speaking instructors and guides, water and drinks during meals, and luggage transport by car from destination to destination.
**Flights, transfer to and from Gjirokastra, entrance tickets to monuments or parks, lunch on Day 1, extra drinks outside meals, and other services or expenses during free time are not included.
Group minimum: 2 riders
Group maximum: 8 riders
14 (must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian)
We have a weight limit of 90 kg (198 lbs), for participants in our activities, with considerations for height-to-weight proportions. This is because the weight distribution directly impacts the safety and comfort of participants, horses and equipment. Therefore, we reserve the right to refuse participation to individuals whose weight-to-height proportions significantly deviate, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of everyone involved.
This program is suitable for riders with some experience seeking to challenge themselves in varied terrain and trail riding.
06.03 -13.03 / 03.04 -10.04 / 01.05 – 08.05
12.06 – 19.06 / 26.06 – 03.07 / 21.08 – 28.08
18.09 – 25.09 / 09.10 – 16.10 / 13.11 – 20.11
The single supplement for a single room is 30 Euros per night, payable here.
The small group supplement applies if 2 or 3 participants are booked for the program.
If, at the time of departure, 4 or more clients are booked, the small group supplement will be refunded.
The small group supplement is €158 per person.
Attire:
Footwear:
Outerwear:
Swimming Clothes:
Evening attire:
Protection:
Medical supplies:
Photography:
Identification:
Small saddlebag for food and water are provided but you are also welcome to bring your own, if they fit.
Please take along sun cream and anti-allergy medicine for possible insect bites.
We still strongly advise consulting with your General Practitioner before traveling in 2026. It is important to seek their medical advice regarding any necessary immunizations or health precautions based on your individual medical history. Recommendations for travel health and safety can vary depending on various factors, such as destination, current health conditions, and other potential risks.
Internet access might be difficult during the ride. Riders can buy an Albanian sim card/phone number for around €21 and have free internet access (20 GB) and around 10 minutes of free calls with most European countries. Access to electricity is possible every evening and the whole area is covered very well with signal.
Arrival: Tirana Airport (TIA) or Saranda Port (Take a flight to Corfu and then a boat to Saranda)
Departure: Tirana Airport (TIA) or Saranda Port
Our driver will be waiting for you in front of Sixt Rent a Car – Tirana Airport, holding a sign with the words “Caravan Horse Riding Albania” for easy identification.
Tirana Airport to Gjirokastra (Round trip):
Cost: €90 per person (€45 one way)
Distance: 225 km
Duration: 3 hours
Scheduled transfers: Every Saturday at 12:30 pm and 14:30 pm
Recommended arrival time for flights: No later than 14:00 pm
Recommended departure time for flights: Not earlier than 13:00 pm
Transfers from Tirana can’t be organized, but it’s easy and affordable to reach Tirana Airport by bus. Buses run every hour from the center of Tirana (behind the opera palace).
1 person: €140 (one way)
2 persons: €70 each (one way)
3 persons or more: €55 each (one way)
Note: Private transfers can be booked if it’s not possible to schedule flights that align with the normal transfer schedule.
1 person: €40 (private / single transfer one way)
2 persons: €30 each (one way)
3 persons or more: €25 each (one way)
Distance: 60 km
Duration: 1 hour
Transfers can be organized based on the ferries’ timetable for 2026, typically with one morning and one afternoon option.
Accommodation and meals from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 8
English-speaking instructor
Second instructor (if more than 3 participants)
Water and drinks during meals
Transport to the stable, lunch places and back.
*Please note:
The first meal provided is dinner on the day of arrival, and the last meal is breakfast on the final morning.
Flights, transfer to and from Gjirokastra, entrance tickets to monuments or parks, lunch on day 1, extra drinks, and other transports, services or expenses during free time are not included.
*Please note
The transportation to other locations can be arranged at an additional cost, ensuring your comfort and convenience throughout the adventure.
Since Albania lacks equestrian shops, procuring necessary horse equipment from the local market becomes a significant challenge for us. If it’s feasible for you, we kindly request your assistance in bringing along any spare or unused items such as old pads, halters, ropes, girths, bridles, or any other equipment that you no longer use. Your contribution would be greatly appreciated by our center.
