Horseback & carriage

Guided Trail Ride

Enjoy a western-style, one-hour guided ride on a horse chosen to match your skill level. Travel with up to 8 fellow guests along beautiful trails through the woodlands and meadows of the estate.

For horse and rider safety:

• Minimum age is 8 years (must be 8 years old on day of ride).
• Guest 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
• All guests are required to weigh in upon arrival; weight limit is 250 lbs.
• Long pants recommended; skirts and dresses not permitted.
• Shoes with closed toe and heel (tennis shoes or boots) are required.
• Helmets are required and will be provided.

To participate in this activity, you must have an estate admission ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or a stay at one of the estate’s overnight properties.

30-Minute Carriage Ride

Experience the estate’s beauty during your 30-minute ride aboard our 10-person wagonette carriage. A brief stop along the way provides stunning views of Biltmore House and an opportunity to meet the horses.

One child under 5 years of age free with each ticketed adult when they sit on the adult’s lap during the ride.

To participate in this activity, you must have an estate admission ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or a stay at one of the estate’s overnight properties.

60-Minute Carriage Ride

Board our 6-passenger vis-a-vis carriage for a leisurely 60-minute ride that offers breathtaking Blue Ridge mountain views and a rarely-seen view of Biltmore House’s west façade.

One child under 5 years of age free with each ticketed adult when they sit on the adult’s lap during the ride.

To participate in this activity, you must have an estate admission ticket, a Biltmore Annual Pass, or a stay at one of the estate’s overnight properties.