Talurdo Stables

Talurdo Stables offers private horse riding tours through the countryside between Monchique and Silves, at Rua de Talurdo in Sao Bartolomeu de Messines. Rides run from 1 to 3 hours and take guests through quiet Serra trails and around a scenic reservoir, on four well-trained horses: Elli, Charlie, Rune and the newest addition, Boomer. The yard is run by Chris, and reviewers highlight the care put into the horses as much as the rides themselves; the business holds a 5 star rating from 33 reviews. Beyond the riding tours, Talurdo Retreat offers Stay & Ride horse holidays, combining private rides with a stay in one of five glamping cabins and cottages: Casa Talurdo, The Cottage, The Pond House, The Circus Wagon and The Well House. Guests can relax in a Finnish sauna after a ride, cool off with a cold plunge in the natural swimming pond, and the retreat also offers kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, massages and yoga as add-ons. Talurdo also hosts group retreats. Talurdo Stables can be reached by WhatsApp on +351 914 314 083, and is active on Instagram and Facebook.