This is countryside time, slow and satisfying. You start near Lazise and spend about an hour riding through the hills and vineyards, then you trade the saddle for a picnic at a family beekeeping farm, followed by their wine tasting. You’re not just watching the Lake Garda area from a bus window—you’re moving through it at horse pace, with views that feel earned.

I especially like two things: first, the way the day blends animals, food, and wine without turning into a rushed production. Second, the tasting is rooted in local production—honey from bees raised there, and seasonal bites that match the region instead of generic snacks.

One consideration: you’ll want a moderate fitness level and a willingness to ride at a steady walk. Also, the guide who rides with you has limited English, though the tasting host speaks better English.

Key Points to Know Before You Go

• Small group (max 3 travelers) makes it feel personal and calm.
• Beekeeping farm picnic centers on honey, cheeses, pies, crackers/biscuits, and homemade preserves.
• Wine tasting at the farm happens right after the ride, not after a long drive.
• You ride at walking pace, so beginners often feel comfortable.
• Wine rules: you can only taste if you’re over 18.
• English varies: horse guide may have limited English; tasting host can translate.

The Route Starts Near Lazise, Not in the Middle of Nowhere

Your morning begins at 37017 Lazise, VR, Italy, with the activity running about 3 hours total and starting at 9:30 am. If you’re staying in the Lake Garda area, that early start is a plus: you get the countryside before the day heats up and before the area gets crowded.

Lazise itself is a strong backdrop for this tour. It’s known for its medieval castle, and there’s even a note that Lazise was among the oldest municipalities in Italy, receiving administrative privileges in 983 from Otto II, the Holy Roman Emperor. You don’t need to study dates to enjoy this part. The castle and older-town feel simply make it easier to understand why locals treat this area like home.

The ride starts by getting you out past the built-up parts of town and into the less-frequented countryside around Lazise. That shift—from streets to fields—sets the tone for the whole experience.

Riding Through Colà: Vineyards, Hamlets, and a Wine-First View

After you begin near Lazise, you pass through Colà, a small hamlet in the area. This is where the terrain and agriculture start to make more sense. The hills and open stretches are well suited to viticulture, and you’ll hear how this is the zone where Bardolino (a light red) and Chiaretto (a fresh rosé, especially popular in summer) come from.

You’re not on display duty here. You’re riding. That matters. Horseback changes how you notice the details: the rhythm of the gait, the way vineyards sit on slopes, and how quickly the region’s textures come into focus once you’re moving slowly on a narrow path.

Even if you’re not a wine expert, you’ll probably walk away with a clearer sense of what people mean when they say terroir. The tasting later will make these early vineyard notes feel practical, not abstract.

Apicoltura Morati: Where the Honey Comes From (and the Picnic Follows)

About an hour into the ride, you arrive at Apicoltura Morati, a family-run educational beekeeping farm. This is the heart of the day. The focus here isn’t only food and wine. It’s how the place produces them.

Bees are raised on-site, and Lazise honey is produced from their hives. That means the tasting isn’t just a “try a few bites” moment. It’s more like: this is the product, here’s the source, and here’s how it shows up in what you eat.

You’ll also find fruit and vegetable cultivation, plus a small wine production. That variety helps explain why the farm’s table feels seasonal. The picnic includes:

• Artisanal cheeses paired with honey
• Homemade crackers or biscuits
• Vegetable pies
• Homemade preserves
• A spread that reflects what’s in season

One of the best values in this kind of tour is when food is tied to a real place. Here, you’re eating products that come from the same farm ecosystem you just rode through.

Food notes you should actually care about

• Vegetarian is served.
• Vegan food isn’t available.
• If you have food intolerances or dietary needs, you should communicate in advance.

If you’re sensitive to dairy, for example, this matters—cheese and honey pairings are central to the experience.

The Wine Tasting: Local Bottles, Farm Tempo

After the picnic, the day shifts to wine tasting made at the beekeeping farm. This is where that countryside ride pays off. You’re tasting the region’s style with context you earned from the route: vineyards you rode near, and local producers connected to what you’re eating.

A key rule: wine is only for those over 18. So if you’re traveling with younger folks, they can still enjoy the food portion, but they won’t be tasting wine.

Also note how the language works. The guide on the horse may not speak good English, but the host at the tasting does. That’s a smart setup: you get help for the riding part, and you get better explanation at the farm table.

If you like food tours, this is the format that usually feels best: a real meal vibe, not a tiny sampling plate, and wine tied to the same place that makes the honey.

Returning on Horseback: A Calm Finish With Panorama Time

The return ride is slower, giving you time to look around. You’ll go back gradually to the starting point, and the description emphasizes getting the panorama from a privileged position.

In practical terms, this means you’re not sprinting through the best parts twice. You enjoy the view on the way back, when your body has adjusted to the ride and you’re more relaxed about the pace.

This kind of ending is underrated. Many tours end with buses or long transitions. Here, you finish where you started: with horses, fields, and the same quiet rhythm that made the morning work.

How Hard Is It, Really? Pace, Horses, and What to Wear

The tour asks for moderate physical fitness. That sounds intimidating until you consider what the day actually involves: about 1 hour riding out, about 1 hour total riding before the farm stop, and then a return ride. The pace is described as calm, and multiple people noted they didn’t need special riding ability because it’s at walking pace.

So think of this as active sightseeing, not a training session for equestrians.

What to plan for:

• You’ll be on a horse for stretches at walking pace.
• You may spend time outdoors on uneven ground and paths.
• You’ll want comfortable footwear and clothes that work for sun and breeze near Lake Garda.

If you’re bringing a camera, keep it controlled. You’ll get plenty of chances to look and pause, but you don’t want to fight with gear while mounted.

Price and Value: $150.34 for Three Hours That Actually Add Up

At $150.34 per person, this isn’t the cheapest thing in Lazise. But it does make sense if you value the full package:

• Horseback riding as the core activity
• A farm picnic with multiple local elements (cheese, honey pairings, pies, preserves)
• Wine tasting at the same farm that produces local products
• A small-group setting with a maximum of 3 travelers

The key value point is that the money goes toward direct experiences with local producers, not toward transportation to distant stops. You start near Lazise, ride the countryside, eat at a farm, taste at the farm, then return.

If your goal is to get “Lake Garda vibes” without the typical crowded tourist feel, this format often delivers better than you’d expect for the price.

Who This Tour Fits Best (and Who Might Want a Different Day)

This tour is ideal if you:

• Want a short, high-quality day activity that doesn’t swallow your whole schedule
• Like hands-on food experiences tied to real producers
• Enjoy animals and countryside walking/riding at an easy pace
• Prefer small groups and a relaxed tempo

It may be less ideal if you:

• Need a fully vegan menu (vegan isn’t served)
• Are strict about wine availability (tasting is only for those over 18)
• Want a fully English-led narration during the ride (the horse guide’s English may be limited, though the tasting host communicates well)

If you’re traveling as a couple or small group, the max of 3 travelers helps keep the experience calm and flexible.

Should You Book This Lazise Horseback Ride With Wine and Food?

If your ideal day in Lake Garda includes countryside air, a real farm table, and wine that connects to where it’s made, I’d book it. The combination of horseback ride + beekeeping farm picnic + farm wine tasting is the kind of “one place, one story” experience that feels worth paying for.

I’d think twice only if you’re strict about vegan food, or if you’re expecting a highly detailed English guide during the riding portion. The tasting host language support is good, so you’re not left without explanations—just know the ride itself may be more basic in communication.

FAQ

How long is the horseback riding with wine and food tasting?

It lasts about 3 hours.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is 37017 Lazise, VR, Italy, and the activity ends back at the meeting point.

What time does it start?

The start time is 9:30 am.

What’s included in the experience?

You get horseback riding plus a tasting of local products and wine at the farm.

Is vegan food available?

No. Vegetarian dietary is served, but vegan food can’t be offered.

Can everyone taste the wine?

Wine tasting is only available for travelers over 18.

Will the guide speak English?

The guide on the horse may not speak good English, but the tasting host speaks better English.

Is the tour suitable for beginners?

You should be able to enjoy it at walking pace, and moderate physical fitness is required. If you’re a first-timer, it’s designed so you don’t need advanced riding ability.

What should I do if I have food intolerances?

Communicate any food intolerances or dietary needs in advance.

What if weather is bad?

The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Is public transportation available from Lazise or Peschiera del Garda?

You can check for bus transportation from Lazise or Peschiera del Garda.

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