‘I loved every single minute of this ride: the French landscapes, the vineyards tinted with autumn colours, the reliable horses, the wine tasting (a lot!), and the picnic lunch near our horses. Everything was fantastic. My favourite day was when we crossed the Garonne River on the ferry with the horses and entered the Blaye citadel. Our guides were perfect; David has deep knowledge and confidence with his horses. They really follow him and his voice, trusting him completely. It was very interesting to see how he relates to them; I learned a lot. Davidson, my horse, was sweet and reliable. It was an honour to ride him for the entire week. I was a solo traveller and the only one whose first language was not English, and I was a little nervous at the beginning. However, I found a group of incredible not just riders, but above all, “horse-people” who made the ride special. We had so much fun, which, with Globetrotting, is always a guarantee!’

‘French immersion on horseback with wine! Feeling the thrill of cantering through hills covered in rows of vines… the clip-clop of our hooves trotting through medieval towns, and seeing locals coming out to wave with their children in their arms… and that pungent smell of grapes mixed with the occasional puffs of mint. At night, we hit our beds with full bellies and perfectly exhausted muscles. Highlights included: fantastic, well-loved horses built for the job, delicious food, wonderful hosts, UNESCO sites, a ferry ride (with horses), a full range of wine lectures and tastings, making new friends, and connecting with old friends. This trip was a dream.’

‘Experience of a lifetime on the most beautiful horse. It was a huge accomplishment for me to return to riding after some years. We couldn’t be in better hands than with David and his team, riding through stunning scenery with a fabulous group of ladies.’

‘Bonjour Globetrotters! I had a total blast on this trip. Some favourite moments were: fast canters through vineyards, delicious pastries for breakfast (I’m now a pain au chocolat addict), sunny lunch picnics filled with laughter, wine, cheese, baguettes and naps while the horses relaxed, diverse scenery from vineyards to forests to towns and castles, fun-filled wine tastings, and the sound of the horses’ hooves on cobblestone streets. The highlight of this ride, though, was my noble steed Chetan. He’s not only beautiful, but has a canter smooth as butter, is super responsive, trustworthy, gentle, bomb proof and was always making the group giggle with those funny sounds he made. If you love the sound of all of this, then you’ll have no regrets bidding your home au revoir for this trip!’

‘Imagine a day where you wake up knowing that you will get to ride all day with your friends… across vineyards, forests, and rivers in the Bordeaux region of France! And then you get to do it again! You get to eat fabulous food and drink wine… from world-famous wineries for a week! I didn’t just imagine it; I did it! I celebrated my 65th birthday doing it, and I highly recommend it!’

‘If you want a horse-filled holiday that is nothing short of magical, look no further than this ride! I cannot say enough amazing things about the horses, wine, landscapes, guides, and food on this ride. It was one of the best vacation experiences of my life!’

‘I would definitely recommend this ride! On about day 3 it hits you – what an amazing and unique experience you are a part of. Starting with the horses, they were all lovely, well-behaved, very sure-footed and knew their jobs perfectly. They were also incredibly well cared for and loved, which makes a horse girl happy. The guides and our translator were so knowledgeable, happy and just there to ensure we had a fantastic time while also making sure we were all safe and looked after. The B&Bs varied each night, from homes to quaint spots in unknown towns, but they were all very comfortable with all amenities needed, breakfast provided, etc. Each day we had 1-2 wine tastings at such interesting spots, and the wine was delicious (this coming from someone who normally isn’t a huge red fan) and there were often whites, rosés and crémants. And last but definitely not least – the actual riding. How can you ever explain the absolute joy and luxury of riding through the vines of actual vineyards? Meandering through small towns? And cantering through open fields? Every day differed in terms of what you encountered and also time in the saddle, so you got the needed breaks occasionally but also never got bored. These are memories that will never fade.’

‘I booked this ride with nine friends to celebrate my 50th birthday and we were all ecstatic from start to finish. We were matched perfectly to our horses. My horse was Chetan, and he was THE BEST! Kind, willing, careful, and responsive – exactly what I was looking for in my perfect mount. We thoroughly enjoyed touring Bordeaux on horseback. It’s such an intimate way to see a new place, and we saw things that most tourists never would. Our lodgings were varied and comfortable, and the food was delicious. The guides were accommodating and bravely protective, allowing us to relax and really enjoy all aspects of the trip. I couldn’t be happier that I chose this ride to celebrate a milestone. My next ride is already booked!’

‘The Bordeaux Wine Trail was one of a kind! A wonderful combination of relaxation, excitement, wine and picturesque scenery. Exploring this region on horseback was a once in a lifetime experience. My horse Kelly was smart, trustworthy and a true delight to ride. Our guides were terrific: well prepared, capable and fun! Globetrotting did an excellent job providing information and tips to prepare for the trip, and classified the ride appropriately. I’ll definitely book with them again.’