OTD Introduces Fall Horseback Vacations

 

(c) 2011 OTD

Travel agents looking for new tour options might check out Outdoor Traveler Destinations, who has unveiled new horseback riding adventures that offer travelers a new approach. Travelers can experience fall's splendid colors and cooler temperatures with accommodations set within diverse scenic landscapes from the Arizona desert to the rolling hills of Virginia and beyond, OTD reports.

OTD says whether horseback riding for the first time, or seeking an escapade as a skilled wrangler, the variety of horseback riding packages offered by Outdoor Traveler Destinations’ featured properties are sure to please.The accommodations portion of these packages are commissionable to travel agents at 10 percent and travel agents can book the packages directly through www.otdestinations.com/travel-agents.

New Outdoor Traveler Destinations' fall horseback riding packages(with prices)include:

White Stallion Ranch in Tucson, AZ – This dude ranch features 41 comfortable rooms, furnished in a Southwestern motif, plus a large common area to socialize and a full bar. At White Stallion Ranch, scenic trail rides wind across the desert terrain into the saguaro studded foothills where panoramic views await. Per person rates from $175 per night or $1162 per week include: lodging (pricing based on room type selected); all meals – from cooked-to-order breakfast to beautifully grilled steak dinners; horseback rides - such as slow rides, fast rides, mountain rides, half-day rides, all-day rides, wine & cheese rides, team cow penning; plus access to all other activities on the property. All meals are included in your dude ranch experience. Starting from rates are per person, valid for travel now through Oct. 1, 2011; from Oct. 2-Dec. 17, 2011 rates start at $213 per night or $1414 per week. 

Visit www.otdestinations.com/accommodations/white-stallion-ranch/accommodations.php#price

Shenandoah Crossing in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley – Explore the wilderness by horseback, riding across Virginia’s rolling hills. Whether opting for staying in a luxurious three-bedroom treehouse, a glamping (glamorous camping) yurt, two-bedroom cabin, townhouse chalet accommodations, or hotel room at Shenandoah Crossing, an outdoor adventurer’s time in Virginia is further enhanced with the opportunity to delve into the wilderness around the resort, into the woods and across the historic fields riding one of the property’s seasoned trail horses. Priced from $99, The Shenandoah Crossing Horseback Riding Package is valid for bookings from Sept. 1 – Nov. 18, 2011 and includes: one night of accommodations (pricing based on room type selected) and one 45-minute trail ride for two people. Travelers can extend their time at Shenandoah Crossing at reduced packages rates starting from $63 per night for up to three extra nights, based on availability. Extra rides can be added for a value price of $18 per person.   

Visit www.otdestinations.com/accommodations/shenandoah-crossing/special-offers.php


Cibola Vista Resort and Spa in Phoenix, AZ – The Old West beckons with this horseback riding adventure and stay in the scenic beauty of the Sonoran landscape.  From just $149, this package includes one night’s accommodations (pricing based on room type selected) and a one-hour horseback ride for two guests. Travelers can also extend their Arizona getaway with additional nights at a special value starting from $97 per night for up to three additional nights, based on availability. Are there more than two travelers in your party? Travelers can take advantage of special discounted rates of $35 for one-hour horseback rides for other members of their party if booked online and in advance with this package. The Cibola Vista Horseback Riding Package is valid for travel now through Nov. 19, 2011.

Visit www.otdestinations.com/accommodations/cibola-vista-resort-spa/special-offers.php
 
The High Lonesome Ranch in Colorado’s Rockies – Featuring week-long Dude Ranch experiences that start on Sundays and end on Saturdays, equestrian heaven is yours for the taking. High Lonesome offers an assortment of equestrian activities for all levels of riders that present adventurers with their ideal ranch experience…riding lessons, cattle drives, round-ups, roping, team penning, reining, a western obstacle course, branding, equestrian geocaching and an introduction to barrel racing. 6 day/5 night dude ranch packages for 2011 are priced at $2950 per adult or $1800 for younger guests and include: lodging, meals and daily activities.

Inclusions vary based on the details of each package and property.  Restrictions apply.  Accommodations and rides are based on availability.

In addition to traditional leisure hotels and resorts, OTDestinations.com features diverse accommodations offerings that are all outdoor-focused places to stay on vacation – including hunting and fishing lodges, dude ranches, and vacation rental properties as well as more upscale cabins and lodges, luxury glamping yurts, bunkhouses and more.

Visit www.otdestinations.com/travel-agents