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Horses of the
Living Stone
Equine Yoga & Riding Retreat in Türkiye
JUNE 2027
Eight days among carved valleys and wild horses, where yoga, liberty, and the land grow you quiet enough to come home to yourself.
WALK THE DAYS
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The Collaboration
From the very beginning, there was a + sense that their paths were woven together, Terry and Abbas have always stayed in touch, sharing visions of what’s possible when horses, yoga, and nature come together.
The Turkish Vision
Now, that vision takes form. Terry and Abbas are collaborating on a journey in Türkiye - a land close to Terry’s heart.
In her twenties, she lived 18 years on its seas, sailing and discovering its hidden treasures.
To return now, with horses and with Abbas, feels like completing a circle.
The Invitation
We don't come to conquer the land, or the horse.
We come alive beside them,
still some hours,
wild the next.
What the days hold
Five threads, woven through eight days
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Yoga & breath
Mornings begin on the mat, settling the nervous system before the body meets the horse.
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Connection at liberty
No rope, no bit.
Meeting the horses as they are, and learning what they show us.
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Treks through the valleys
Riding out across Göreme's fairy chimneys and rose-lit canyons, open ground, real movement, the thrill of the trail.
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The wild horses of Erciyes
A journey to the mountain to ride among the free-roaming Yılkı, wild ground, wild horses, wide open sky.
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The sacred hours
A sunrise over the valleys, the turning of the dervishes, a closing ceremony beneath the stars.
Dates
JUNE 2027
Why this journey matters to us
This retreat wasn’t designed at a desk.
It was shaped on the land, through riding, listening, shared meals, and unexpected moments of connection.
In this short film, Terry and Abbas share what Türkiye revealed to them, and why they felt called to bring others into this experience.
Path A
The Land of Horses, Light & Living Stone
6 Days
Cappadocia is where ancient volcanic fire meets timeless myth. You will ride Arabian horses through rose-colored valleys, meditate in caves carved thousands of years ago, witness sunrise balloons drifting above the earth, and meet the wild herds beneath Mount Erciyes.
Your Home Base
Stay at a charming Cappadocian stone lodge in Göreme. Here, each morning opens with soft golden light rising over chimneys and cliffs.
What You’ll Experience
Sunrise Ride Under the Hot Air Balloons - Ride as dozens of balloons drift across the sky in silence — an unforgettable, cinematic moment.
Valley Treks Through Mythical Landscapes - You’ll explore: Rose Valley, Bağlı Dere, Meskendir Valley, Love Valley, Kızılçukur (Red Valley). Each valley has unique colors, carvings, and ancient dwellings.
Connection at Liberty - Meet the sensitive Arabian horses through breath, presence, and intuitive communication.
Wild Horses Beneath Mount Erciyes - A sacred encounter with the Yılkı horses, a wild herd roaming freely beneath a dormant volcano.
Whirling Dervish Ceremony - Witness the Sufi ritual of devotion inspired by Rumi.
Woven together, they create a seamless 8-day passage through Türkiye’s most powerful landscapes.
Meet the Team
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Terry Newton
Kindred Spirits @horses.yoga Founder
Terry is a pioneer in Equine Yoga, an intuitive horsewoman with over 40 years of experience, and a senior yoga teacher who has guided hundreds of students into deeper connection through breath, presence, and horse wisdom. Based in Costa Rica, she developed the Equine Yoga Teacher Program and has dedicated her life to ethical horsemanship practices, healing with horses, metaphysical healing and blending yogic principles with the energetic intelligence of the herd. -
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Abbas Tabaja
Ride Into Infinity @ride.into.infinity Founder
Abbas completed his 200h Yoga Teacher Training and the Equine Yoga Teacher Program at Kindred Spirits in 2019. He has continued deep study in yogic sciences through multiple trainings at the Isha Foundation in India, including programs with Sadhguru. His path weaves together intuitive horsemanship, meditation, and a grounded spiritual presence that brings clarity and depth to every trek and circle he leads.
FAQs
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Yes, you should have some prior riding experience.
These retreats include multiple treks across forests, valleys, mountains, and salt flats. While the horses are gentle and well-trained, this journey is not ideal for someone who has never ridden before.
Yoga is open to all levels, including complete beginners. -
Path A (Cappadocia): Breakfast + Lunch included daily
Path B (Salt Lake, Sakarya & Black Sea): Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner included daily -
All 10 nights of lodging are included.
Path A: Shared lodging by default (typical Göreme-style stone homes). Private lodging upgrades available.
Path B: Lodging in Sakarya is private by default (forest lodges with private pools). Black Sea lodging upgrade to private is available.
Full Path Bundle: Includes the lodging types listed above for each region.
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Balloons are not included, as prices change based on weather patterns.
You can add a Hot Air Balloon Adventure at:
$110–$300 USD (approx.)
We arrange booking for you once you are in Göreme.
Note: Balloons only fly at sunrise and may be cancelled due to wind. -
Absolutely. We offer additional photoshoots at:
Hot Air Balloon sunrise (Göreme)
Salt Lake (Tuz Gölü)
Sakarya Forest
Prices:
8 people: $290 per person
6 people: $350 per person
1–2 people: $580 per person
Full Path Bundle Gift:
A complimentary professional photoshoot with the wild horses is included. -
Your deposit is 20% of the retreat price and is non-refundable.
The remaining balance is due 1 month before the retreat and becomes non-refundable at that time.
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance that covers unexpected cancellations.
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Türkiye — Full Path Bundle
Arrival: Cappadocia — Kayseri (ASR)
Departure: Istanbul (IST)
Path A (Cappadocia Only)
Arrival: Kayseri
Departure: Kayseri
Path B (Salt Lake, Sakarya & Black Sea)
Arrival: Kayseri
Departure: Istanbul
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Yes. All yoga practices are guided and accessible for every level.
Horse treks require some riding experience, but no yoga experience is needed. -
Meals served include vegetarian and meat options, but not strictly vegan.
If you have allergies, notify us in advance - we can accommodate within reason. -
This depends on the path you choose:
Path A: Multiple valley treks + wild horse encounter
Path B: Forest treks, mountain rides, and the iconic Salt Lake ride
Full Path Bundle: All treks combined — the complete experience
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Yes. There are windows for rest, café exploring, shopping, photography, or simply enjoying the landscape.
Beneath the vast Turkish sky, I felt the salt lakes shimmering like mirrors of the soul — where horse and human move as one. In this land of beautiful horses, guided by the breath and the silence, we awaken together. Türkiye invites us inward — to remember, to listen, and to return to the rhythm of the heart.