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Horseback Expedition in the Moncayo Range

Two days and 10 riding hours on Moncayo (2,314 m), with a night in a local village and a return past Veruela Monastery. Horse, certified guide and lodging included.

In Parque Natural del Moncayo · Zaragoza

Expedition · 1 nights Challenging

From 280 € /person

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At a glance

10 real riding hours over 2 days, assigned horse and certified guide
North-face climb of Moncayo (2,314 m), roof of the Iberian System
Shaded beech forest — Europe's southernmost — and pine plantations
Visit to the 12th-century Veruela Monastery, where Bécquer wrote
One night in rural lodging in a Tarazona-Moncayo county village
Civil liability and accident insurance included

What you'll experience

Pine forests, beech forest and the silhouette of Moncayo

Departure from the village of origin after horse assignment and guide briefing. Ascent along ancient livestock trails crossing first dry holm oak groves, then reforestation pine forests and, at higher elevations, the shady beech forest. Approximately 5 hours on horseback with technical stops. Arrival in the late afternoon at rural lodging in a village of the region; dinner at the rider’s expense in a local restaurant recommended by the guide.
Descent and Cistercian Monastery

After breakfast (not included), depart on horseback along an alternative route, passing near the Monastery of Veruela. Exterior stop and, if you wish, optional entry to see the cloister and the cell associated with Bécquer. Continue to the starting point; another 5 hours approx. Expedition ends in the mid-afternoon.

What's included

This is what the bundle covers. If you want to tweak something, we'll sort it in the proposal.

Lodging

Night in rural lodging

One night in a rural house, hotel or hostel in the Tarazona-Moncayo county. The guide assigns lodging based on availability and group size.

Activities

10 h horseback on Moncayo · 2 days
Guided horseback route with assigned horse, 5 riding hours per day and a certified riding guide. Covers Moncayo's north face, beech and pine forests.

Meals

Trail snacks

Light trail food during the riding days (fruit, nuts, water). Formal meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) are not included: the guide recommends local restaurants.

Extras

Certified riding guide

A certified guide accompanies both days: horse assignment, pre-ride briefing, pace control and route safety.
Civil liability and accident insurance

Civil liability and accident insurance covered throughout the activity, in line with Aragón's active tourism regulations.
Stop at Veruela Monastery
Exterior stop on day 2 at the 12th-century Cistercian Veruela Monastery, where Bécquer wrote his Letters from My Cell. Monastery entry is optional, paid on site.

Included

· 10 hours of horseback riding across the 2 days
· Horse, saddle and gear rental
· Certified riding guide service
· Light meals on the trail (formal meals not included)
· One night in a rural house, hotel or hostel in the county
· Civil liability and accident insurance

Not included

· Transport to the meeting point
· Formal meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
· Drinks and accommodation extras
· Veruela Monastery ticket (optional, ~€2)
· Tips and personal expenses

Choose your option

The plan is the same in all of them. Only what you pick here changes.

10 h horseback on Moncayo · 2 days · Guided horseback route with assigned horse, 5 riding hours per day and a certified riding guide. Covers Moncayo's north face, beech and pine forests.

Shorter route (6 h over 2 days)

Adaptation to mid-altitude routes for riders with limited experience: 3 h per day instead of 5, without reaching the high beech forest.

Night in rural lodging · One night in a rural house, hotel or hostel in the Tarazona-Moncayo county. The guide assigns lodging based on availability and group size.

Full rural house for groups

For groups of 4-8, option to privatize a rural house with kitchen and living room.
Charming rural hotel in Tarazona

Upgrade to a rural hotel in Tarazona with breakfast included and access to the Mudéjar historic centre.

Stop at Veruela Monastery · Exterior stop on day 2 at the 12th-century Cistercian Veruela Monastery, where Bécquer wrote his Letters from My Cell. Monastery entry is optional, paid on site.

Guided tour of Mudéjar Tarazona

Instead of Veruela, a stop in Tarazona (Mudéjar cathedral, Jewish quarter) after returning the horse. External guided tour, not included in the price.

Per-person guide price. The final quote arrives with the personalised proposal.

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The area

Moncayo rises alone: 2,314 metres isolated above a cereal plain, dominating the natural border between Aragón and Castile-León. It is a Natural Park for its biogeographic rarity —Europe's southernmost beech forest sharing slopes with Mediterranean holm oaks— and for its silhouette, which closes the horizon from Zaragoza, Soria and Tarazona.

Zaragoza — 85 km · 1 h
Soria — 70 km · 1 h
Tarazona — 15 km · 20 min

By car: Zaragoza is ~85 km from the foot of Moncayo via A-68 + N-122 (~1 h); Madrid ~250 km via A-2 (2 h 45'); Soria ~70 km via N-122 (1 h).

By train: high-speed AVE to Zaragoza-Delicias from Madrid (1 h 20') or Barcelona (1 h 30'); ~1 h drive from the station to the meeting point.

By plane: Zaragoza Airport (ZAZ) or Madrid-Barajas (MAD). Car hire from the airport recommended.

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Price calendar

Per-person guide price. The final quote arrives with the personalised proposal.

From	To	Price per person	Season
1 Apr 2026	14 Jun 2026	280 €	Spring
15 Jun 2026	15 Sept 2026	340 €	High summer
16 Sept 2026	31 Oct 2026	300 €	Autumn

Who this fits

With friends Adventure Ecotourism Local Life

Fits if you have basic riding experience (walk, trot, able to stay 4-5 h in the saddle) and want a real expedition, not a photo. Fits if you care about history: Bécquer, Veruela, the medieval frontier. Does NOT fit if you've never ridden, if sustained trot scares you, or if you expect a spa at night. Logistics are village-grade, not resort.

Frequently asked

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Do I need previous riding experience?

Yes, basic. You must control walk and trot and stay 4-5 hours in the saddle per day. Not a stroll for absolute beginners.

What's the rider weight limit?

95 kg, for the horse's welfare. If you exceed, contact us before booking.

What happens if it rains or snows?

If the summit has snow or weather is dangerous, the guide adapts to lower routes or reschedules at no cost.

Do we go inside Veruela Monastery?

The exterior stop is included. The entry ticket (~€2) is paid on site and depends on the monastery's schedule.

Is it suitable for children?

Given the demand and duration, recommended from age 14 with prior riding experience.

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