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GLOBETROTTING IS A TRAVEL AGENCY DEVOTED TO HORSE RIDING HOLIDAYS AND UNIQUE CULTURAL HORSE EXPERIENCES THE WORLD OVER. WE HAVE PERSONALLY TESTED EVERY RIDE WE OFFER, ENABLING US TO MATCH RIDES WITH RIDERS’ ABILITIES AND BUDGETS. YOU WON’T FIND THE SAME RIDING HOLIDAY AT A LOWER PRICE THROUGH ANOTHER AGENCY OR DIRECT WITH THE SUPPLIER: THIS WE SWEAR. BUT IF YOU DO, WE WILL REFUND THE DIFFERENCE – HOW IS THAT FOR PEACE OF MIND?

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Australia

5 NightsBeginner to AdvancedFrom $3,000 AUD

Craig's Hut & High Country Ride

If your life-long dream has been to ride in the footsteps of ‘The Man from Snowy River’, then we’ve got the ride for you.

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Departing	Availability	Total
26th Nov 2019	7 spots left	From: $3,000 AUD
13th Dec 2019	11 spots left	From: $3,000 AUD
3rd Mar 2020	7 spots left	From: $3,000 AUD

Ireland

3-7 NightsBeginner to AdvancedFrom €1,570 EUR

Castle & Estate Ride

Believe me when I say, our Castle & Estate Ride in County Monaghan, Ireland is a fairytale wonderland for ANY equestrian enthusiast.

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Departing	Availability	Total
18th May 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: €1,570 EUR ?Tour costs €1,570 EUR which is approximately $2,514 AUD
12th Aug 2019	4 spots left	From: €1,570 EUR ?Tour costs €1,570 EUR which is approximately $2,514 AUD
23rd Sep 2019	4 spots left	From: €1,570 EUR ?Tour costs €1,570 EUR which is approximately $2,514 AUD
13th Oct 2019	6 spots left	From: €1,570 EUR ?Tour costs €1,570 EUR which is approximately $2,514 AUD

New Zealand

4 NightsIntermediate to AdvancedFrom $2,800 NZD

Departing	Availability	Total
30th Sep 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
21st Oct 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
4th Nov 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
11th Nov 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
18th Nov 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
25th Nov 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
2nd Dec 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
9th Dec 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
16th Dec 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
6th Jan 2020	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
13th Jan 2020	6 spots left	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
20th Jan 2020	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
27th Jan 2020	6 spots left	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
3rd Feb 2020	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
10th Feb 2020	10 spots left	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
17th Feb 2020	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
24th Feb 2020	2 spots left	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
2nd Mar 2020	6 spots left	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
9th Mar 2020	2 spots left	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD
30th Mar 2020	SOLD OUT!	From: $2,800 NZD ?Tour costs $2,800 NZD which is approximately $2,712 AUD

Spain

7 NightsIntermediate to AdvancedFrom €2,375 EUR

Andalusia

Let’s face it – Spain is the epicentre of horse culture and that’s why it excites us so.

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Departing	Availability	Total
5th Jun 2019	6 spots left	From: €2,375 EUR ?Tour costs €2,375 EUR which is approximately $3,803 AUD
19th Oct 2019	6 spots left	From: €2,375 EUR ?Tour costs €2,375 EUR which is approximately $3,803 AUD
28th Dec 2019	6 spots left	From: €2,375 EUR ?Tour costs €2,375 EUR which is approximately $3,803 AUD

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Australia

5 NightsBeginner to AdvancedFrom $3,000 AUD

Goomboorian Campdraft Ride

Looking for a true-blue cattle ride? Look no further, we have the ride for YOU!

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Departing	Availability	Total
16th Jun 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: $3,000 AUD
21st Jul 2019	6 spots left	From: $3,000 AUD

Iceland

6 NightsIntermediate to AdvancedFrom €2,980 EUR

Touch of the Highlands Ride

Believe me when we say, once you’ve tölted under a midnight sun in Iceland there is no turning back. You’ll be transformed. FOREVER.

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Departing	Availability	Total
5th Jul 2019	8 spots left	From: €2,980 EUR ?Tour costs €2,980 EUR which is approximately $4,772 AUD

Scotland

6 NightsIntermediate to AdvancedFrom £2,270 GBP

{CUE} Bagpipe fanfare. Hey Outlander tragics: listen UP! Globetrotting is pleased to present The Scottish Borders Ride, a 7 day, 6 night departure designed exclusively for Globetrotters. You won’t find this ride anywhere else in the WORLD.

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Departing	Availability	Total
9th May 2019	Only 1 spot left!	From: £2,270 GBP ?Tour costs £2,270 GBP which is approximately $4,263 AUD
16th Jun 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: £2,270 GBP ?Tour costs £2,270 GBP which is approximately $4,263 AUD
11th Jul 2019	7 spots left	From: £2,270 GBP ?Tour costs £2,270 GBP which is approximately $4,263 AUD
18th Jul 2019	3 spots left	From: £2,270 GBP ?Tour costs £2,270 GBP which is approximately $4,263 AUD
4th Aug 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: £2,270 GBP ?Tour costs £2,270 GBP which is approximately $4,263 AUD
14th Sep 2019	SOLD OUT!	From: £2,270 GBP ?Tour costs £2,270 GBP which is approximately $4,263 AUD

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STORIES FROM THE SADDLE

Why Choose a Guided Globetrotting Ride?

We started running guided rides back in 2010, kick-starting things with one of our most popular riding destinations, the Maasai Mara in Kenya. From the success of that first guided ride, we’ve taken groups of globetrotters to Kenya, Uganda, Argentina, Chile, Morocco, and all over Europe – in-between three pregnancies and subsequent children! My love […]
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Saddle Up: Lee Powrie’s Goomboorian Campdraft Ride

In this edition of Saddle Up, we’re following thoroughly addicted repeat globetrotter Lee Powrie to Queensland, Australia, to go cattle mustering and campdrafting on the Goomboorian Campdraft Ride! Read on to get an inside peek at what it’s really like to experience this amazing horse riding holiday. The adverts were amazing: mustering cattle, campdrafting, (suitable […]
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Horse Breed: Gidran

Name of breed: Gidran, or Hungarian Anglo-Arab Country of origin: Hungary Breed origin: The Gidran was developed in south-east Hungary at the Hungarian State Stud, where the Nonius and Furioso-North Star breeds were also founded. The Gidran breed was established by a desert bred chestnut Arabian called Siglavy Gidran. From 1816 onwards, he was bred […]
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Race Against Time to save Australia’s War Horses

Jess Liston is on a mission to save the horses whose ancestors carried Australian troops through both the Boer War and World War I: the resilient, loyal , old bloodline Walers. Walers were developed in Australia’s colonial days by crossing a huge number of breeds to create a strong, hardy and willing horse that was […]
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Horse Breed: Trakehner

Name of breed: Trakehner Country of origin: East Prussia (now Germany) Breed origin: The Trakehner breed was originally developed at the East Prussian state stud farm in the town of Trakehnen, from which the breed takes its name. The state stud was established in 1731, and between 1817 and 1837, Arabian, Thoroughbred and Turkoman horses […]
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Saddle Up: Brielle Hallett’s Glenorchy Ride

If you can’t get enough of the Glenorchy Back Country ride, don’t worry, you’re certainly not alone! And thanks to Brielle Hallett, who recently completed this sell-out ride, you can quench your appetite for all things New Zealand with this glimpse into life as a globetrotter! Day 1: Arrive at High Country Horses Getting off […]
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Horse Breed: Andalusian

Name of breed: Andalusian, also known as the Pure Spanish Horse or PRE (pura raza española) Country of origin: Spain Breed origin: The Andalusian originated on the Iberian Peninsula in Spain, where its ancestors, Iberian horses, were present as far back as 20-30,000 BC. These horses had many influences as civilisations came and went from […]
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Horse Breed: Hackney

Name of breed: Hackney Country of origin: England Breed origin: Although the Hackney originated in Norfolk, England, the name comes from a French word, ‘haquenee’, which was used to describe a riding horse with an exceptionally comfortable trot or amble. From its development in the 14th century, this type of horse became very popular as […]
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Saddle Up: Roz Beinke’s Okavango Delta Ride

Roz Beinke’s horse riding holiday in the Okavango Delta, Botswana, in June 2018 was like stepping into a different world – one filled with wildlife, brave horses, caring guides and endless adventure. But don’t take our word for it – read her trip notes below! Friday – Africa – on a bucket list ride I’ve […]
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Horse Breed: Standardbred

Name of breed: Standardbred, or American Standardbred. Country of origin: United States of America. Breed origin: The world’s fastest harness racing horse, the Standardbred was developed in America in the late 18th and early 19th centuries after a Thoroughbred stallion called Messenger was imported from England. Messenger was a ‘flat racer’, not a trotter, but […]
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Horse Breed: Orlov Trotter

Name of breed: Orlov Trotter, or Orloff Trotter. Country of origin: Russia Breed origin: The Orlov Trotter is Russia’s oldest and most famous ‘stud’ breed, renowned for its speed, stamina and fast-paced trot. The breed was developed in the late 18th century by Count Alexei Orlov, hence the name. Count Orlov set out to develop a light […]
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Saddle Up: Sheryl Germany’s Glenorchy Ride

In this series we will opening up the pages of our Globetrotters’ travel journals to learn about their experiences straight from the horse’s mouth. First up is a glimpse of the Glenorchy Back Country Ride, courtesy of globetrotter Sheryl Germany. Enjoy! The night before my epic adventure! I’m so excited! I’m getting ready to meet […]
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Horse Breed: Gotland

Name of breed: Gotland or Russ; sometimes Gotland Russ. Country of origin: Sweden. Breed origin: The Gotland pony, also known as the Russ, is the most common breed of pony in Sweden. The breed’s origins are subject to much speculation: there is evidence of horses living on the island of Gotland, on the south-eastern coast […]
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Sefton the British Army Horse

On the 20th of July, 1982, sixteen horses and soldiers of the Queen’s Household Cavalry were travelling through Hyde Park en route to the Changing of the Guard when a nail bomb exploded in a parked car. The bomb, planted by members of the Irish Republican Army, killed seven horses and four soldiers and injured […]
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Horse Breed: Shagya Arabian

Name of breed: Shagya Arabian, or Shagya-Araber. Country of origin: Hungary, and the wider Austro-Hungarian Empire. Breed origin: In 1789, Emperor Joseph II, ruler of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, established the Babolna Imperial Stud in Hungary with the aim of developing a superior cavalry horse that could also be used to improve other breeds. Hungary was […]
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Horse Breed: Percheron

Breed origin: The Percheron is a breed of draught horse that originated in northern France, in the province of Le Perche, from which the breed takes its name. While the more ancient origins of the breed are subject to many differences of opinion, it is known that Arabian stallions were bred to local mares in the 8th century and again in the Middle Ages. Paintings of mounted French knights from this period always depict them astride grey horses, proving the immediate popularity of this primarily grey breed as a war horse.
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A Day Spent In Dublin

If you’re heading to Ireland for our magical Castle and Estate ride you’ll likely be planning some extra craic in the land of saints and scholars. There’s no better place than Dublin, the nation’s largest city, to savour a Guinness, set your feet tapping to some traditional Irish fiddle music and soak up some Emerald Isle history.
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Horse Breed: Morgan

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Little Sorrel and Stonewall Jackson

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Horse Breed: Friesian

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Horse Breed: Ardennes

Name of breed: Ardennes, or Ardennais. Country of origin: France, Belgium, Luxembourg Breed origin: One of the oldest documented draught horse breeds, the Ardennes horse originates from the Ardennes area (funny that!) which stretches between Belgium, Luxembourg and France. The rough terrain and harsh climates made for a very strong, hardy, low-maintenance breed. The Ardennes […]
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Aussie Kid Races in Mongolia

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Lis Hartel and Jubilee

In 1952, women won the right to compete in dressage at the Olympics and four female riders tried their luck. As if to prove the natural absence of gender bias in dressage, the silver medal went to Lis Hartel, a Danish woman riding her family’s Thoroughbred x Oldenburg mare, Jubilee. But Lis’s gender was hardly […]
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Toilet Talk

We’ve all been there: several hours in the saddle and a few too many gulps of coffee and you find yourself silently praying that someone will shout the words ‘toilet break!’ before things get squirmy. It’s a tad awkward to discuss, but in this blog we’re going to cut the crap – so to speak […]
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Horse Breed: Camargue

Name of breed: Camargue. Country of origin: The Camargue region in France. Breed origin: The Camargue horse’s origins remain relatively unknown, although it is generally considered one of the oldest breeds of horse in the world. For centuries, possibly thousands of years, these small horses have lived wild in the harsh environment of the Camargue marshes and wetlands […]
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Horse Breed: Quarter Horse

Name of breed: Quarter Horse, or American Quarter Horse. Country of origin: United States of America. Breed origins: The foundations for the Quarter Horse’s bloodlines were laid when North American settlers’ Thoroughbreds met the horses brought to Central America by the Spanish, which had spread north and been developed into distinct ‘types’ by Native Americans […]
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Feedback on the Goomboorian Campdraft Ride

Alana Dyer is adamant that the Goomboorian Campdraft Ride in Queensland, Australia was the best holiday she has ever had! It’s feedback like this that keeps us going, globetrotters, and we just had to share it with you all. If you’ve been thinking about signing up for this ride, or if you haven’t yet been […]
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Sinterklaas: like Santa, but better

Jolly old Santa Claus isn’t the only version of Saint Nicholas to have survived into the 21st century. Nor, one might very well argue, is he the best version! What could be better than Santa Claus, I hear you ask? The answer is simple: Santa Claus with a horse. I have nothing against a team […]
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