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av-m73ivvpj-e7c946a8b7ecd4885cea8f936074939c'   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h1>Travel blog: Get to know the Lusitano<\/h1>\n<p><strong>Discover the Lusitano: An Exclusive Horse Tour in Portugal<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There is something magical about the <strong>Lusitano<\/strong> - a horse with a <strong>golden heart, unprecedented suppleness and centuries of history<\/strong>. This multi-talented breed has fascinated riders for generations, and now you get the chance to get to know these special horses up close!<\/p>\n<p>During this <strong>exclusive theme week at Quinta do Falcao<\/strong> you will dive deep into the world of the Lusitano. You will ride these beautiful horses, take inspiring lessons from <strong>Pedro Teixeira Farto<\/strong>, visits leading Lusitano breeding farms and discovers the rich Portuguese horse culture. This is a trip for the true horse lover - an experience you will never forget!<\/p>\n<h3>What makes this trip so special?<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Lessons on world-class Lusitanos<\/strong><br \/>\nYou get multiple <strong>private lessons from top trainer Pedro Teixeira Farto<\/strong>where you will experience the elegance and strength of the Lusitano first-hand. The Lusitano is known for its intelligence and willingness to work, which can teach you a lot as a rider.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Outdoor rides in the Portuguese countryside<\/strong><br \/>\nIn addition to classes, we explore Portugal's picturesque countryside <strong>on horseback<\/strong>. One of the highlights is a <strong>outdoor ride to the river Z\u00eazere<\/strong>, where we enjoy a delicious <strong>picnic lunch on the waterfront<\/strong>. We also take a drive through the <strong>vineyards<\/strong>, followed by an exclusive <strong>wine tasting<\/strong> - a perfect combination of nature and culture.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Visit to Portugal's top farms<\/strong><br \/>\nDuring this week, we will visit the famous <strong>Veiga Stud Farm<\/strong> and the <strong>Alter Stud Farm<\/strong>, where some of the best Lusitanos in the world are bred. You will get an exclusive tour and an insight into the rich history and bloodlines of this impressive breed. In addition, you will get the chance to <strong>seeing wild Veiga bulls up close<\/strong> - a unique experience!<\/p>\n<p><strong>A dip into the history of the Lusitano<\/strong><br \/>\nWe won't just be driving, but also <strong>learning about the Lusitano<\/strong>. During a special <strong>presentation on the history of this noble breed<\/strong> you will discover how the Lusitano developed into the versatile horse it is today. In addition, you will get a <strong>Working Equitation demonstration by Pedro Teixeira Farto<\/strong>, in which the Lusitano's strength and agility are beautifully shown.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cultural highlights &amp; Portuguese traditions<\/strong><br \/>\nBesides equestrian sports, we immerse ourselves in the <strong>Portuguese culture<\/strong>. We visit a traditional <strong>equestrian shop<\/strong>, have lunch at a typical restaurant in Goleg\u00e3 and enjoy a <strong>evening with live Fado music<\/strong> - THE melancholic sounds of Portugal.<\/p>\n<h3>What do previous participants say?<\/h3>\n<p>\ud83d\udcac <em>\"I got to ride and discover so many different Lusitanos on this trip. They are all fantastic - willing to work, sensitive and brave!\"<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcac <em>\"Pedro's lessons are incredibly informative. He has patience, humour and brings out the best in every rider!\"<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcac <em>\"This trip was a dream - riding through the Portuguese countryside, enjoying wine tastings and learning all about the Lusitano. I want to go again next year!\"<\/em><\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udcac <em>\"The combination of horse riding and culture makes this trip unique. I gained a deep appreciation for the history of the Lusitano.\"<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Why you don't want to miss this trip<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>An in-depth introduction to the Lusitano, from riding to breeding<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Lessons and Working Equitation demonstrations by Pedro Teixeira Farto<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Breathtaking outdoor rides with picnic and vineyard visit<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Discover Portuguese culture with fado, local markets and traditional dinners<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>An exclusive and small-scale trip - limited spots available!<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Are you ready to really get to know the Lusitano? 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