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Hungary's well known tradition of horses and horsemanship is reflected in
these rides which are an excellent choice for experienced riders who
enjoy fast riding on top quality Kisbér horses. The Kisbér horse is one
of the oldest of the European breeds with a rich heritage of service to
mankind and they are often referred to as "The Heavenly Horses" for
their tremendous willingness and heart. With hardly a single fence or
man-made obstacle to cross on the way, the going on all rides is
excellent.
The ‘Eger Ride’ starts one hour north of Budapest. Ride into
northern Hungary’s mountain region and visit the UNESCO heritage village
of Hollókő. Then into the Bükk Hills where you visit the famous Lippizan
stud farm in Szilvásvárad - ending in the wine region of medieval Eger
with a historic Basilica.
 PG-JAEG
8 days/ 7 nights $ 2,195 Single+ $285
-- based on €
1,545 / € 200
2008 Dates:
04/26-05/03 05/03-05/10
05/31-06/07
06/07-06/14 09/06-09/13 09/13-09/20
see availability
Meeting: Budapest
Airport: Budapest
Transfer: Included from Budapest airport early
afternoon on Day 1
Level:
Strong
Intermediate+
Tack:
English
trekking
Horses:
Purebred Kisbéri
Pace : Trots, canters and gallops
Min/Max Riders: 6-12
Note : Max weight 85 kg .. 185 lbs
Itinerary
Day 1:
Meeting in Budapest and group transfer (approx. 1 hr.) to the stud farm
of our partner. During the stud inspection you get a first impression of
the noble Kisbčr horses. János Lóska breeds the “Hungarian jewels” since
1978. In the next days you can experience yourselves the numerous
qualities of these versatile and reliable riding horses. Dinner and
overnight accommodations are at the farm.
Day 2: On today’s day ride you can get acquainted with “your
horse”. Discover the varied environment with wonderful forests, meadows
and fields. At noon there is a picnic along the way. Dinner and
overnight accommodations are again at the farm.
Day 3: Today’s ride leads us to Hollókö. Hollókő is secluded
among the ridges of the Cserhát Mountains. It has remarkably preserved
its medieval structure. The centre is a living museum village. It was
the first village to be included by UNESCO on the World Heritage List of
protected heritage sites. Exhibitions include the Post Museum, the
Weaving House, the House of Crafts and the Village Museum. The 13th
century castle on the hill next to the village offers a wonderful
panoramic view. Here, in the northern part of the Hungarian mountain
region, live the Palozen, a group of peoples with their own customs,
traditions and colorful gowns. Dinner and overnight accommodations in
Hollókö.
Day 4: Today you ride to Vizslás. In the evening you drive to
Bükkszék, where you can relax in the thermal bath. The so-called Salvus
Heilwasser gushes from the earth with 22-35°C. Dinner and overnight
accommodations in Bükkszék.
Day 5: After the breakfast you start in the direction of Sirok.
Forest trails and meadows invite to fast gallops. At noon we enjoy a
picnic. In the evening you reach the village Sirok with its 14th
century castle on the hill (in ruins). Dinner and overnight
accommodations in Bükkszék.
Day 6: Today's ride leads you to Bekölce at the base of the wild
and romantic Bükk Mountains (Hills). The mountains were named after its
immense beech forests (bükk = “beech”). The horses remain at the
equestrian farm while you drive to Szilvásvárad in the late afternoon.
The old-venerable stud farm breeds the world-famous Lipizzaner. After a
short tour you have dinner at the stud farm. Overnight accommodations in
Bekölce.
Day 7: The end of your riding route moves closer - you reach Eger
in the evening. Eger, the thousand-year-old Episcopal seat, is one of
the most beautiful Baroque towns in the country. With an illustrious
historical past and a valuable heritage of monuments and buildings, Eger
is also known as the `Town of Patriotism`. In 1552, István Dobó, the
castle commander, held out for over a month with his tiny company
against the Turkish troops. This was a frontier castle during the
Turkish era. The Castle contains the István Dobó Castle Museum
which displays the history of the town. Széchenyi Street, the town's
pedestrian street, has many restaurants, brasseries and terraced
confectioneries. Eger is also the town of wine. The excellent red and
white wines of the famous historic wine district are sold in cellars
which are hundreds of years old. You can also taste the world-famous
Bikavér (Bull's Blood) of Eger. The Palóc Folklore Exhibition offers a
survey of the ethnography of the region. Dinner and overnight
accommodations in Eger, “ the valley of the beautiful women ” .
Day 8: After breakfast transfer to Budapest (approx. 2 hr.).
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