Authentic equestrian break in the Lot
Horseback riding, sightseeing, gourmet meals and relaxation for couples, families or friends.
For an exclusive, authentic experience!
FROM €1290.00 / PERSON
- 7 days / 6 nights / 4 days on horseback
- Private stay in our dry-stone gîte
- Home-cooked gourmet meals (vegetarians/vegans welcome)
- Adapted and endearing cavalry
- Professional coaching
- A warm and genuine welcome
- Swimming pool and privileged natural setting
- Visits to the Lot's most beautiful sites
Stays available in 2024
from Saturday 06 to Friday 12 April
from Saturday 13 to Friday 19 April
Saturday 20 to Friday 26 April
Saturday April 27 to Friday May 03
Saturday 11th to Friday 17th May
Saturday May 18 to Friday May 24
Saturday May 25 to Friday May 31
Saturday June 01 to Friday June 07
from Saturday 08 June to Friday 14 June
Saturday August 31 to Friday September 06
Saturday 07 to Friday 13 September
Saturday 14th to Friday 20th September
Saturday 21st to Friday 27th September
Saturday 05 to Friday 11 October
Saturday 12 to Friday 18 October
Saturday 19th to Friday 25th October
The Program
From enchanting landscapes to villages steeped in history, from gourmet meals to wonderful discoveries, your stay will make you appreciate the many facets of the Causses du Quercy Regional Natural Park.
- Saturday: You arrive at the Mas de Peyrelongue in the late afternoon. After a visit of the property and a first meeting with our horses, we will share a drink and dinner.
- Sunday: After breakfast, a first horseback ride around the property will allow you to familiarize yourself with your mount and discover the area in the company of your guide. Lunch is taken at the Mas. The afternoon will be devoted to discovering the magnificent medieval village of St Cirq Lapopie, one of France's most beautiful villages and voted France's favorite village in 2014. Dinner at the Mas.
- Monday : Breakfast at Le Mas. Departure for a two-part ride with picnic at the Puy-Blanc ponds, a protected natural area on the site of a former clay quarry. Four hours on horseback. On your return to the Mas, relax and enjoy an evening of local wine tasting!
- Tuesday: Breakfast at Le Mas. Another hike on the Causse, in the direction of the Menhir de Bélinac, a symbol of the long-standing human presence on our territory. After lunch at Le Mas, we visit the Pech Merle cave with its moving prehistoric murals. Dinner at Le Mas.
- Wednesday: Breakfast at the Mas. The horses rest. We set off by car for the Gouffre de Padirac and its boat trip to discover one of France's most majestic underground rivers. We'll have lunch on the heights of Rocamadour before visiting the town and its sanctuary built right into the cliff. Return to Le Mas in the late afternoon for dinner.
- Thursday: Breakfast at the Mas. We will meet our mounts for a full day of horseback riding. After a descent into the valley through the authentic village of Corn, you will pass in front of the mysterious spring of Bual, take a wooded part of the way of St Jacques before a deserved lunch break at the priory of Espagnac. In the afternoon, you will go back up to the south side of the valley to follow the ridges and enjoy the view before returning to the north side to find the property. In the evening, head for the Grézalide for a subtle dinner by the chef Pascal Dezutter!
- Friday : Breakfast at the Mas and departure. Do not hesitate to take advantage of the weekend to continue your discovery of our beautiful department. We are at your service to propose you choices of visits, accommodation or restaurants to discover!
L'hébergement
We welcome you in our traditional Mas recently renovated. On the ground floor, you will appreciate the original paving made of Causse stones, the traditional fireplace (Cantou) and our lounge area giving directly onto the shaded terrace, the private garden and our large swimming pool.
On the first floor, three bedrooms allow us to welcome up to 6 participants maximum and guarantee you a warm and family atmosphere. The bathroom, shared, is composed of two independent shower cubicles and the toilets are separate. A small reading area is installed in the patio.
The Mas is surrounded by 50 hectares of varied nature in which our horses live. You can walk or ride along the paths and discover our open-air photographic exhibition.
Meals
The Lot is well known for its gastronomy. So we're going to honor it and offer you tasty, home-cooked dishes throughout your stay, using fresh and, for the most part, regional produce. We offer a vegetarian/vegan menu option for those who prefer it.
All meals are included in the price of our stay and form an integral part of the Mas de Peyrelongue experience.
A special wine-tasting evening and an evening in a semi-gastronomic restaurant are also on the program.
Our Horses
About thirty horses live on the property in large parks. Of various sizes and breeds, they are all educated with respect to their nature and personality, using a behavioural approach. On the day of your arrival, we will show you around the farm to discover all our animals, their living conditions and meet your future companion!
Equestrian level required
Riders participating in this trip must be comfortable at all 3 paces outdoors. The rhythm of the rides will be different according to the days, depending on the nature of the terrain crossed.
To know more
Minors aged 12 and over are welcome if accompanied (subject to sufficient riding ability).
Maximum weight: 90 kg
Non-riders are also welcome on this tour. Apart from the equestrian part, they share the same program of activities and visits. Our local partners offer a wide range of alternative activities.
Rates :
This is a privatized stay, open to groups of 2 to 6 people.
- For 2 people:
1590.00€/person - For 3 people:
1390.00€/person - For 4 to 6 people:
€1290.00/person - Airport transfers :
from €10.00 to €50.00/trip/person depending on destination.
Practical information
Languages spoken: French, English, Spanish
Airports, train stations and transfers: We can arrange transfers to/from Toulouse, Brive, Rodez or Aurillac airports and train stations in Toulouse, Montauban, Cahors, Brive, Rodez, Aurillac, Figeac or Capdenac Gare. Other transfers on request.
Equipment to be provided
The horses are equipped with mixed English saddles, halters and/or single nets. We provide saddlebags to store your personal belongings on horseback. Helmets are available on site if needed.
- riding trousers
- boots or boots and mini-chaps
- long-sleeved shirt
- light vest with pockets
- rainwear type Kway
- bathing trunks
- bomb or personal helmet recommended (to EN1384 standard)
- foldable hat or cap
- suntan lotion
Your hosts & companions
Gwladys is a riding instructor, behaviorist and long-distance rider with over 8,000 km of independent riding to her credit.
Jeremy is a professional equine photographer who will accompany you on cultural visits and prepare delicious meals!
Apolline is an equestrian tourism guide. Trained at Mas de peyrelongue, she has a thorough knowledge of the region's horses, itineraries and history, and will guide you on horseback in the best possible conditions.
