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ARGENTINA / CORDOBA : HORSE RIDING HOLIDAYS IN CORDOBA'S AREA...

Itinerary - Extensions - Horses and required riding level
Guiding - Accommodation - Dates and rates - More infos / booking


The estancia is very secluded on the top of the "Sierra Chicas" in Argentina at an altitude of 3,000 feet, nestled between the pampas and the Andes in the heart of the beautiful region of Cordoba.

It's steeped in family history and locally there is much evidence of the pioneering work of the Jesuits who first organized farming in the area before they were forced to leave in 1765.

The family provide guests with an unforgettable vacation and a first hand contact with the rural traditions of Argentina.

The estancia sets high standard of professionalism in vacation accomodation, food, and guiding, taking care of the guests with unrivalled personal attention to detail. The estancia also provides a unique experience for those whowould like to combine the pleasures of estancia life with distance horseback riding.

If you are on riding vacation this is usually centred round the estancia life with occasional overnight excursions : longer expeditions are arranged and you can have the chance to ride from one estancia to another.

Horse riding holidays in Cordoba area - Argentina - Randocheval





ITINERARY


STAY AT THE ESTANCIA (8 days / 7 nights)

There is no set itinerary for the home horseback rides. The following are some examples:

Guests are met at the airport and taken up to the estancia (one hour).There is an introduction to the horses and gauchos, followed by a familiarization horseback ride to a high view point.

- A half or full day of horseback riding on the estate following streams through valleys to the “top of the world” with stunning views of the punilla valley and the Sierras Grandes beyond.

- Riders on horseback may have the opportunity to spend the morning helping the gauchos work cattle. The amount and type of cattle work will depend on the season: rounding up, herding, branding, etc. lunch can be back at the estancia or may have to be a picnic in the hills or by a stream.

- Enjoy a full day's horseback ride to explore Candongas C1600 church. Return to Los Potreros past the “Estancita” and the Dominican church. This can also be a half-day horseback ride to the Dominican church with a visit to the local single teacher school.

- Spend the day visiting the Cañada de los Condores and swim under the waterfall. Picnic by the crystal clear stream.

- A visit to Canada del Molle and Potrero de Niz, see more of the family history in the area.

- Picnic by a clear stream. Sip the ice cool white torrontes wine while the stakes are sizzling on the fire and a gaucho is trying to fish a trout out of the river.

- Ride on horseback towards the quebrachitos past the bellstone rock. From a high point see the spectacular view of Cordoba City in the distance and the pampas beyond.

- Ride on horseback to the far end of the estancia Chiviquin. Enjoy an "asado" or a picnic lunch. There is a chance to climb to the water divide and have breath-taking views of the Sierras Grandes, Carlos Paz and the lush valley of Punilla.

- An overnight stay at Chiche and Menta's farm is very popular as is an overnight camping stay at Plomo's Estancia under the Pan de Azucar.

- Take a polo lesson. Understand some of the rules that will make for greater enjoyment of viewing the game if not making you a high goal player !

If on a trail horseback ride you should expect to be in the saddle between four to six hours a day with the occasional days requiring an extra push to reach the objective. Nights away from the estancia are spent in camping or in local dwellings (you have a choice) allowing the visitors to experience another way of life . All horseback riding abilities can be catered for there is a minimum age of 15 years.

 

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EXTEND YOUR TRIP


Buenos Aires

To make the most of your stay in Argentina, we suggest you to spend a few days in Buenos Aires. From the city center and its French style with grand avenues, old-time cafes and stylish restaurant, to the Boca, the italian area with its coulourfull houses along the Riachuelo river, Buenos Aires is more european than south american, but so charming !
We offer you to spent the night in a central four star hotel, including breakfast, and visit the city at your pace (entrance fees, meals and personal expenses are not included).

Cf. "options" section below to check the price of this extension.

Falls of Iguaçu from the Argentinian part - Randocheval / Absolu Voyages

Iguazu falls (3 days / 2 nights)

Between Argentina and Brazil, the Iguazu falls are 4 km long and 70 meter high creating a spectacular scenery. This falls are registered since 1984 to the Unesco world heritage as the national park in which they are located. You'll be free to discover the site according to your wills. For example, you'll have the possibility to do some visits in the park, in the tropical forest and over the river to admire the falls from above thanks to footbridges.
We offer you to spend 3 days and 2 nights in Iguazu, in a four star hotel, including breakfast and a return flight ticket.
Are not included in the package : meals, transfers, entrance fees and personal expenses.

Cf. "options" section below to check the price of this extension.


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HORSES AND REQUIRED RIDING LEVEL


Horses
The horses, all bred on the estancia, have exceptionally soft mouths, are well mannered and in excellent condition, they are responsive and sure-footed, and most are either "Criollos" or "Paso Peruanos" with some crossbreeds. These horses differ in that here they are used constantly on the farm, moving cattle over the terrain makes them sure footed and willing animals.

Tack
The tack is English with sheepskins over the saddles. The horses are chosen to suit the ability of the horseback rider. The horseback riding is “Western” and very relaxed. There is a vast area to explore across the Sierras and we tend to arrange the itinerary according to the visitors wishes.

Required riding level
It's a place for people who appreciate fine horses and know how to ride. However there are horses for beginners of every riding ability and many of the guests prefer to explore the estate on foot.


Weight limit : 90 kg

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YOUR GUIDES


You will be accompanied by the gauchoes of the estancia, and by the owners Robin and Teleri speaking Spanish and English.

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ACCOMMODATION


Stay at the Estancia
Accomodation is very comfortable. each double/twin room has his own private bathroom.

Food is delicious. It'll be the perfect place to taste local food and house wines ("Malbec" and "Torontes").

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DATES AND RATES

Stay at the estancia 2009 - 2010
october to april
1790 €
on demand
may to september
1440 €
on demand


Supplements et Reductions
Additional Day
All year except may / june / july / august / september
260 €
From May to September
210 €
Single room Supplement
(based on 7 days stay)
All year except may / june / july / august / september
540 €
From May to September
440 €
Children until 6 y.o
(non rider - based on 7 days stay)
All year except may / june / july / august / september
- 700 €
From May to September
- 700 €
Children from 7 to 1 6 y.o
(based on 7 days stay)
All year except may / june / july / august / september
- 280 €
From May to September
- 280 €


- Single room supplement : Only for riders who ask for a single room. Those who are willing to share, will not pay the supplement even if they are finally in a single room.
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Options (price per person)

Extensions in Argentina
Stay in Buenos Aires (double room bases)
please contact us
Single supplement
please contact us
Stay at Iguazu Falls (double room bases)
please contact us
Single supplement
please contact us


RATE INCLUDING

- the horse trekking as mentionned above in estancia accomodation (or guesthouse/tent if Bell Stone ride booked) and full board basis (drinks included),
- transfers from and to Cordoba airport,
- english and spanish speaking guide,
- financial deposit guaranteed to Randocheval.



RATE NOT INCLUDING

- flight to Argentina
- supplementary nights
- any other services not mentioned in the program.
- The tips and personal expenses
- Optional insurance: more information.




BOOKING - INFORMATION

Contact Claire, the specialist for this destination !

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PRATICAL INFORMATIONS



COUNTRY
Argentina

LENGTH
Stay at the estancia : 7 days / 6 nights / 7 days on horseback.


LANGUAGE
English, Spanish.

GROUP SIZE
Minimum 1 rider during the stay at the Estancia


ACCESS
Cordoba, connected with Buenos Aires.

CLIMATE
Argentina is located in the southern hemisphere, season are reversed comparative to Europe.
The southern winter is rigorous, faithful in it just like Patagonia, but the summer is rather sweet, in spite of altitude.
It is raining very rarely on that side of the Andes, you are thus almost insured to benefit from a dry weather from November till April.


Formalities
Please check with your local ambassy.

 

Vaccination - health
No specific vaccinations. Don't forget your repatriation insurance.

We recommand to be update of usual vaccination, and especially tetanus..



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