In summary
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Sports
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Duration3 days
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LevelBeginner
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DestinationEurope / France
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AgeFrom 16 - 90 years
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CO₂-Emissions46.3 kg CO2
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Type of stayIn a group
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Languages
French
English
In a few words
Treat yourself to a timeless escape where the movement of the body meets the breath of nature. This unique stay offers a deep immersion structured around two disciplines of the present moment: yoga and horseback riding .
Designed as a true journey of reconnection , this retreat uses the complementary nature of these practices to release tension and strengthen your grounding . Guided by Natalia, you will begin and end your days with Hatha, Vinyasa, or Pranayama sessions. These moments of serenity prepare your body for subtle communication with the horse , an authentic mirror of your emotions, fostering a relationship based on harmony and attentive listening .
Nestled in the heart of the mountains, you'll experience the simple pleasures of life surrounded by nature . Between riding sessions, you'll enjoy healthy, vegetarian cuisine prepared on-site, before recharging with unique overnight stays in a yurt or a traditional cottage . Whether you're an experienced rider or simply curious, this wellness experience requires no specific skill level: all that matters is the desire for inner transformation and to share moments of pure bliss, from the crackling of the fire to the twinkling of the stars.
The highlights
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Wellness Duo: The perfect blend of the serenity of yoga and the power of the horse
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Wild Nature: Total immersion in the Southern Alps with unusual nights in a yurt.
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Slow Tourism: Local vegetarian cuisine and reconnecting with the rhythm of nature.
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Sport
Level
Yoga
In figures
Horseback riding
- Average duration/day: 5h30
Yoga
- Average duration/day: 1h
- 2 average daily practices
Management
French
English
Vaïana, equestrian center manager and organizer of horseback riding trips. Instructor holding a BPJEPS Equestrian Activities, a diploma of Equestrian Tourism Guide (ATE), a Federal Certificate of Ethological Riding Instruction (BFEE 2) and a diploma of Equestrian Tourism Guide (MATE) to guarantee your safety.
Program
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Ribiers - Eourres via the Rougnouse forest track
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 6h
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Number of practices per day 1
- Accommodation Yurt
- Breakfast not included
- Lunch not included
- Dinner included
Meet in Ribiers. Pack your bags and panniers with your belongings and picnic lunches for a self-guided trip. We'll hike to the Gîte des Damias in Eourres via the Rougnouse forest track. An incredible view over the Buëch and Durance valleys awaits you as we ascend… We'll stay either in a yurt or a gîte, depending on availability. Natalia will then share her yoga expertise to help you recover from this first day. Finally, a completely vegetarian meal prepared on-site with produce from the garden will give you the energy you need for the next day.
Day 1 -
Eourres and the villages of the Méouge
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Number of practices per day 2
- Accommodation Yurt
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner included
A gentle awakening awaits with a new yoga session to ground you in the day ahead. A breakfast buffet will also be waiting to get the day off to a great start. A short horseback ride will take you towards the mountain ridges and surrounding villages. A picnic lunch is provided, and we'll travel light for this loop ride.
Day 2 -
Eourres to Ribiers via the Jabron
- Activity Horseback riding
- Duration of the activity 5h
- Activity Yoga
- Duration of the activity 1h
- Number of practices per day 2
- Breakfast included
- Lunch included
- Dinner not included
A final session with Natalia to gently awaken the body and mind. Then we'll leave Eourres and head towards the Jabron Valley, which will offer us a panoramic view of the Lure mountain. Finally, we'll return to Ribiers for this last day together.
Day 3
Accommodation
Located at the campsite to offer you an intimate and cozy experience. It is furnished to accommodate 4 people (2 single beds and 1 double bed).
Access
Meet at the large parking lot of the city stadium, at the very end of Rue de la Draille, Ribiers, Val-Buëch-Méouge
Go to the starting point
Price details
The price includes
- The provision of the horse and its equipment
- Supervision by a qualified professional
- The accommodation as described
- The meals mentioned
The price does not include
- The first day's picnic at noon
- Drinks or alcohol
- The FFE license
- Access to the place of stay
Options
- Annual FFE license : CHF36.59 / person
- FFE Green Licence valid for one month : CHF9.15 / person
- Flex fare and insurance
Practical information
Specific formalities
Specifics
Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).
In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.
It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.
ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.
Equipment
Equipment provided on site
- Helmet meeting CE standards if you have notified us that you do not have one;
- Horse and its equipment + luggage.
Equipment to bring
- Your sleeping bag, temperature depending on the season (nights in a yurt, caravan or cottage depending on availability)
- A thin yoga mat for horse and yoga holidays
- A small rubbish bag to take your rubbish home with you (nature thanks you!)
- Camping cutlery (each person is responsible for their own equipment and dishes)
- 2 round, waterproof picnic boxes, Decathlon type (max 10cm in diameter)
Clothing to bring
- Hiking boots, preferably slightly high-top and waterproof
- Short chaps
- Riding trousers or leggings, breathable in summer, warm and water-repellent in winter
- Technical T-shirt that dries quickly, thin and short-sleeved for summer, warm and long-sleeved for winter
- A fleece
- A warm, windproof and waterproof jacket
- Please bring your CE-approved helmet if you have one (please let us know if you don't have one).
Or your usual riding equipment. But avoid leather boots, which are very uncomfortable for long hours of riding...
They traveled with us
The Vaïana team
For the past five years, our local expert, Vaïana, has been offering horseback riding excursions for all levels. Prioritizing animal welfare and ethology, she welcomes small groups of no more than five riders to ensure safety and a close connection. From the Durance Valley to the Queyras region, she organizes immersive wilderness experiences ranging from one day to a week. In 2026, Vaïana is launching new yoga and horseback riding retreats, available for private booking upon request for a truly personalized and authentic experience.
