Bespoke Equestrian Ireland - Irish Horseback Riding Tours Reviews

Dream vacation, dream team
My friends and I did a three day ride with Bespoke Equestrian Ireland this summer and we couldn’t have been happier with our experience! The team is professional, incredibly efficient, and genuinely the nicest people you could meet; Donal literally loaned me his water-proof trousers on the third day of our ride. We also had riders of varying abilities on our trip, which could have complicated things, but the team went above and beyond to organize a trip that worked for each one of us, matching us with horses and itineraries to meet our needs. I can’t say enough how grateful I am to Bespoke for all the phone calls during the planning phase, and the flexibility and care during our trip. It was magical. Highly recommend.Great craic (shout out to Mel)!

Once in a lifetime… but already planning my trip back
The three days of riding with Donal and crew exceeded my expectations and every way. The scenery is epic, the horses are well-trained and the guides are experienced, fun and ensure you have a wonderful time whether you want to gallop at full speed down the beach or take a leisurely walk. Wouldn’t want to ride with anyone else in Ireland. Looking forward to coming back as soon as I can.

Beyond our hopes and expectations!
This place is magical. The most caring, accommodating, fun team; unbelievable untouched rugged scenery; a wide variety of nice, reliable, well-trained horses that are up for literally whatever you're up for.

Magical Three Day Iconic Coastal Ride
This was such a special trip , it felt truly magical to be with these lovely horses for so many hours. I did the 3 day Iconic horse ride, arrived on my own but felt immediately welcomed by the other riders and the staff. Everything seemed very well organised and the trip really lived up to the reviews I had read online. The gallops by the beach were the best and I shall always remember them! Thank you to Donal and team for organising such great riding breaks, I would thoroughly recommend.

Don't hesitate - just book it!!
I just returned from the 4 day North Coast ride and it was the most fantastic travel experience I've ever had. I cannot recommend the BEI team highly enough - every moment of the trip was taken care of and intentionally planned for guests to have the best experience possible. The horses are incredible!! Safe, reliable, steady, comfortable, and beautifully trained. Every single guide we had on every day of riding was kind, knowledgable, and a pleasure to be with. The guesthouse accommodations were exceptional and comfortable. Melissa who made breakfast for our group every morning was lovely and very thoughtful. I came on this trip solo but had a fantastic time getting to know the other riders and everyone from the BEI team felt like an instant friend. If anyone is thinking of doing this trip solo, I can assure you that you will be well taken care of and this is a fantastic option for single riders! The Causeway Coast is magnificent in its natural beauty and sightseeing - and there couldn't possibly be a better way to see it than from horseback. Every second of our rides every day were breathtaking and I was pleasantly surprised by the variance in scenery we got on our rides - beaches, farmland, sand dunes, forest, and some road riding through towns. The first day riding on the farm was also very lovely, I really enjoyed the tea we had in the small glass sided cabin overlooking the farm. Galloping on the beaches was the agreed highlight from everyone in our group. The horses clearly enjoy it as well and I will say that the BEI team was exceptional in making sure that every rider was well matched and comfortable with their horses. All riders in our group were well experienced and I would say that the terrain we rode on is better suited for a more experienced rider, however I have no doubt that the BEI time can accommodate a variance of skill levels. Riding time per day was approx 4 hours, not all consecutive so you get a break for lunch or to tour a sight. The town of Ballycastle where we stayed is quiet and beautiful. I was most surprised by the quality of food we found there. We tried several restaurants and all were excellent. Overall, this trip exceeded my already high expectations and I wish I could turn around and do it all again tomorrow. I will be reminiscing about this week for a very long time. If you are unsure, I would say do not pass on this opportunity! This is an experience like no other.

Exhilarating way to see Northern Ireland
Had a wonderful 4 day adventure with Bespoke Equestrian. The guides were attentive and fun. The whole operation is run very well - from choosing the right horse for each rider, arranging lovely places, to tie up for lunch or a little exploring to helping arrange outside activities. This trip is best for riders with experience, but the horses are very well trained. The scenery is beautiful. So impressed by everyone!

Amazing!
"Bespoke" means tailored or customized. This experience certainly was that. We left like the only customers they had. Everything was included and every desire attended to. The most fun riding since riding camels in Egypt! Amazing!

Unparalleled Riding Adventure
Bespoke Equestrian Ireland offered an exhilarating horseback adventure wrapped in hospitality and smiles. My horse Enda was the ideal match for me, I appreciated her sure-footedness, calm temperament and desire to GO!We cantered & galloped along miles of beaches, roamed through sand dunes (a first for me) and forests, climbed hills and even strolled through towns. So many different terrains to explore plus out-of-the-saddle time to visit ancient ruins and the Giant Causeway. Our guides were the finest I have every experienced on a riding trip. Skilled, highly observant and full of cheek and laughter. I looked forward to seeing the guides everyday as much as my horse. AND, they film videos and snap photos on every ride to share, they are amazing. BEI organized our lovely B&B, taxis and anything else we needed; the hospitality started the second we arrived with homemade scones, preserves & clotted cream and continued till the day we departed. Food is hearty and delicious, beginning with our Irish breakfast cooked and served by Melissa at the B&B to lunch’s in pubs and at a golf course. I will be back to see my BEI family and Enda but next time, I’m staying longer!