Honeymoon adventures with a wild west twist from Ranch Rider

“We love because it’s the only true adventure,” wrote the poet Nikki Giovanni. And it’s true: the act of loving is often wild and exciting, and pursued headlong with immense passion. Honeymooners can now embark on another adventure in the Wild West, as Ranch Rider features a host of romantic stays at cozy ranches in the US, allowing couples to share thrilling moments that will last a lifetime.

Ruggedly Romantic: Surrounded by almost 500,000 acres of national forest and wilderness, the Price Canyon Ranch presents the perfect backdrop for honeymooners who want a more memorable hideaway. With breathtaking views, deluxe accommodations and plenty of bonding activities for couples to participate in, this secluded get-away might as well be Cupid’s haven set in the Old West. Lovers can share in the authentic Western lifestyle, joining real cowboys as they complete ranch chores — from branding to weaning cattle or even moving the herd to new pasture. Perfect for those who want to get closer to each other, this is the ideal ranch stay to find out more about the one you love. A 7-night ranch stay at the working ranch with Ranch Rider costs FROM £924pp.

Departures January to December.

Holding Hands While the Sun Sets: Based in Yucca, Arizona, the Stagecoach Trails Ranch is beset by beautiful desert scenery, surrounded by mountains and thousands of acres of trails. Couples can meander through the stunning scenery on horseback, indulge in a relaxing massage, lounge around the pool, and hold hands while watching the glorious sun sink into the horizon. The ranch is ideally situated for a romantic self-drive; just off the historic Route 66, which is close to the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam and other spectacular attractions. With this in mind, there’s no reason for honeymooners not to extend their holiday and elope on a four-wheel sight-seeing tour through Arizona. A 7-night stay at the guest ranch with Ranch Rider costs FROM £604pp. Excludes self-drive option. Departures January to mid November.

Cowboy balladeers out on the trail: The Dixie Dude Ranch is located in the Cowboy Capital World of the World, in Bandera, Texas. Here, couples can experience the true ranch lifestyle, where longhorn cattle, cashmere goats and pigs are raised, and the cowboys and wranglers work the horses and join up for the rodeo. Friend-mooners choosing to spend their special holiday together can opt for an overnight trail ride package, one of the highlights of which is a troop of cowboy balladeers (occasionally with back-up coyotes) who will serenade lovers around the campfire under a romantic blanket of stars. A chance to fall in love all over again: a 7-night stay at the guest ranch with Ranch Rider costs FROM £569pp. (The overnight trailride package must be booked separately and costs FROM £74pp with a minimum of four people booking). Departures January to November.

All the above prices include all accommodation (based on two people sharing), gratuities, meals, and all ranch based riding. Excludes transfers (as car hire recommended) and international flight, which can be booked through Ranch Rider from the following departure airports: Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

Additional departure airports including Aberdeen, Bristol, Cardiff, Leeds/Bradford, Humberside, Teeside, Newcastle and Norwich are available at a £50pp supplement.

Self drive tours throughout the US and Canada can also be booked through Ranch Rider. Visit Ranch Rider at www.ranchrider.com for further information.