Ranch Rider Highlights National Ranch Vacation Month With A Selection Of Deals

June 8, 2009 - PRLog -- June is National Ranch Vacation Month and specialist operator Ranch Rider is publicising a host of great deals on its website to encourage travellers to head West.


Wild Things: Catering for children four and upwards, the Bitterroot Ranch will put families back in touch with nature.  Situated in a remote valley in Wyoming’s Absaroka Mountains, the property features a small farm complete with sheep, llamas, ducks, geese and peacocks.  An authentic cattle ranch, if the kids still think that beef comes from the local supermarket, this is the ideal agri-tourism holiday. 6-night stays between 05 July and 30 August only £1,320pp (two adults sharing) including gratuities - save over 10%. Children only £735pp (4-16 years) including gratuities - over a 30% saving. Car hire recommended from £187. (Full price £1,465pp (two adults sharing) – save £145pp.  Full price £1099pp (4-16 years) – save £364pp).

Private rooms and no single supplement for solo travellers: Check into the adult only Silver Spur and save £175pp at the Idaho working ranch. The offer is relevant to all bookings made in the 2009 season and the ranch’s seasonal Medicine Lodge Horse Drives (selected departures). Only £709pp (no single supplement) including gratuities. Excludes transfers of £115pp. (Full price £884pp– save £175pp). A host of other ranches are suitable for greenhorns, including the Lonesome Spur with savings of up to £471pp (no single supplement) on an 8-night holiday.

Those looking to fall in love: Couples can also treat themselves to a new “Romance On The Ranch” package at the Triple Creek Resort in Montana with 5-nights in a luxury cabin.  A member of the prestigious “Relais & Chateâux” Association, the ranch offers gourmet cuisine and a selection of over 200 international wines in its state-of-the-art wine cellar.  Activities include riding, hiking, scenic float trips on the Bitterroot River, and massages followed by champagne in the hot tub (20% discount). Couples will also be treated to champagne and chocolates on arrival. Only £1,409pp (two adults sharing) including gratuities. (Full price £1,628pp (two adults sharing) – save £219pp). Additional nights at £265pp per night - a saving of £25pp per night.

Eco-riders: The Rocking Z has its own deed of conservation, the ranch teaming up with the Montana Fish Wildlife & Parks Foundation to protect the resident Rainbow Trout. Other green moves include the use of straight waste vegetable oil to irrigate the land, recycling, and the purchase of local, organic produce.  There are even plans to install a wind charged generator later in 2009.  A sustainable ranch that practices natural horsemanship techniques, eco-riders can save £50pp off the ranch stay price on June week-long stays. Only £879pp (two adults sharing) including gratuities. Excludes transfers of £115 (per group). (Full price £929pp (two adults sharing) – save £50pp).

Adventurous Souls: All day picnic rides, river tubing and trips to Yellowstone are included in the price at the UXU Ranch in Wyoming. Special 10% discount for the rest of the season. Now only £1,115pp (two adults sharing) including gratuities. Excludes transfers of £100pp (car hire recommended £187). (Full price £1,235pp (two adults sharing) less discount of £120pp).

Unless otherwise stated all the above prices include full board accommodation, transfers, gratuities, riding and activities.

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Telephone Ranch Rider on 01509 618811, email info@ranchrider.com or visit www.ranchrider.com for further information.  ATOL PROTECTED No 4660 ABTA 96395/V9150. All prices subject to availability. For all press enquiries please contact tion London on 020 8180 1614 or email media@tionlondon.co.uk.

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A specialist operator offering ranching holidays, adventures and self drive tours throughout North America.