Escape the Ordinary.
Ride Into Something Extraordinary.
Five all-inclusive days in the South of France, where private time with exceptional horses meets beautiful food, wine, culture and a countryside villa made for slowing down.
Come for the horses. Stay for the beauty, depth and connection.
Wake in a sun-filled villa among the vineyards, spend your mornings riding and learning at Équideo, then let the afternoons unfold through historic villages, long lunches, local wine, Mediterranean landscapes and unforgettable corners of southern France.
A Horse Lover’s Playground in France
Tucked between rolling vineyards and ancient stone villages, Équideo is a place unlike anywhere else. Horses are at the center of everything, with beautiful spaces designed for riding, learning and developing a deeper connection.
You’ll ride Andalusians and Lusitanos while exploring liberty, groundwork, dressage, obstacle work and time on the trail. Each experience is tailored to you, whether you want to build confidence, refine your riding or simply enjoy exceptional horses in an extraordinary setting.
Ride in the Morning.
Discover France in the Afternoon.
Each day brings together meaningful time with horses and the chance to experience the food, culture, history and beauty of southern France.
Mornings That Move You
Begin each day with 2–3 hours of private, personalized instruction at Équideo. Work on liberty, groundwork or your riding with an Iberian horse matched to you and instruction shaped around your confidence, goals and experience.
France Beyond the Saddle
Spend your afternoons exploring colorful villages, historic cities, local markets, memorable restaurants and the landscapes of southern France, with wine, food and experiences chosen to make every day different.
Six Places You’ll Remember Long After You Leave
Your afternoons bring a different side of southern France into the retreat, from colorful villages and long lunches to Roman history, Mediterranean landscapes and an evening on the Canal du Midi.
Village Castigno
Explore a colorful village filled with art, estate-grown wine, artisan boutiques and unexpected places to eat, shop and spend the afternoon.
Auberge de la Croisade
Settle in for a southern French lunch beside the Canal du Midi, with seasonal cuisine and wines from the surrounding region.
Les Salins de Gruissan
See the famous pink salt flats, enjoy fresh oysters and rosé, and watch flamingos move across the landscape.
Narbonne
Walk through 2,000 years of history, from the Roman Via Domitia to gothic architecture, hidden courtyards and the lively Les Halles market.
Sunset on the Canal du Midi
Take to the water on a private evening cruise with local wine and cheese as the sun settles over the canal.
Carcassonne
Explore the medieval ramparts, stone towers, winding streets, small shops and sweeping views of one of France’s most remarkable fortified cities.
Evenings Among the Vines
Your countryside villa becomes home for the retreat, a relaxed place to return to after riding and exploring. Spend the evening over dinner, share stories from the day, or settle onto the covered patio with the vineyards and countryside around you.
It is close enough to nearby villages to keep France within easy reach, while still giving your small group a private place to come together at the end of each day.
Comfortable, Private and Made for Time Together
The villa gives the group room to relax between each day’s experiences, with light-filled interiors, comfortable gathering spaces and room to enjoy breakfast, dinner and time together without feeling rushed.
For Riders Who Want More Than a Vacation
Équideo has left a lasting impression on riders and horse professionals who have experienced the horses, the instruction and the setting firsthand.
I’ve traveled the world teaching horsemanship, and I can honestly say Équideo is one of the most extraordinary places I’ve ever ridden. It’s not just the horses, though they are phenomenal. Everything here is designed to support the relationship between horse and human.
The mornings at Équideo are pure magic, excellent instruction with horses that are responsive, kind and incredibly well-trained. And then the afternoons: the food, the wine, the culture. It’s a dream.
I came to this retreat needing a break, and I left with a full heart, new confidence in the saddle, and friendships I’ll never forget. I’ve done horse vacations before. This was something more.
Five Days. Almost Everything Taken Care Of.
Who Is This For?
This experience is for three women only—handpicked or traveling together—who crave something deeper. Who want to reconnect with nature, with horses, with themselves. Who want joy with elegance, freedom with guidance, and luxury with authenticity.
It’s for the woman who’s ready to exhale. To let go. To say yes to something beautiful.
If that’s you, let’s ride.
Reserve Your Spot
Only One Date.
One Group.
One Unforgettable Story.
Five days of exceptional horses, beautiful places and a side of France few travelers ever get to experience.
Reserve Your Spot