Top Madrid Pack Animal Tours

Get out of the city for the day and enjoy an activity you may not expect in Madrid: horseback riding. Whether you’re a total beginner or have some riding experience, this small-group tour will suit your needs. Admire the beautiful views in the mountains of the Sierra de Guadarrama National Park and reconnect with nature.

Enjoy a bucket-list-worthy experience–and admire views of Guadarrama Regional Park that few other visitors get to see—on this morning hot-air balloon flight. Make your own way to the departure point, or upgrade for transit to and from Madrid. Once aloft, admire verdant forests, rugged mountain peaks and impressive monuments. Afterwards, savor a Spanish brunch and a celebratory glass of cava, and take home a flight certificate.

Venture beyond Madrid city limits—and explore some of central Spain’s most dramatic scenery—on this immersive day trip. Meet in the morning in central Madrid, and head to Sierra de Guadarrama National Park: known for its mountainous scenery, rock formations, and wildlife. Go for a hike and admire La Pedriza (a towering granite formation) and several mountain passes. Then, discover the medieval Manzanares El Real Castle before returning to the capital.

Escape Madrid’s busy streets and spend a day in nature on this small-group horseback riding tour in Sierra de Guadarrama National Park. Ride through scenic mountain landscapes and enjoy a journey through open countryside while a guide leads the way. This tour requires a medium to advanced riding level and is not recommended for beginners, offering a more immersive way to explore the park while connecting with the horses and natural surroundings.