Guided Horseback Gettysburg Tour
Leisure Travel Services (LTS) small group trip to Gettysburg for a guided horseback battlefield ride. Reserve your seats by 9 October.

Nov 7 2026, 10 am - 6:30 pm
Nov 7 2026, 10 am - 6:30 pm
🐎 Guided Horseback Ride – Gettysburg Battlefield 🐴
A Once‑in‑a‑Lifetime Battlefield Experience Saturday, November 7, 2026 • Limited Spots • Register by October 9
Experience Gettysburg in the most unforgettable way possible—on horseback, riding through the historic battlefield exactly as Civil War soldiers once did. Carlisle Barracks Leisure Travel Services (LTS) invites you to join a small‑group guided tour that blends history, adventure, and the breathtaking landscape of one of America’s most significant battlegrounds.
This exclusive experience offers a powerful connection to the past, combining the thrill of horseback riding with the expertise of a Licensed Battlefield Guide who brings the events of July 1863 to life through vivid storytelling, historical insight, and battlefield interpretation.
⭐ Why This Trip Is Truly Special
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Two‑hour guided horseback tour across iconic battlefield locations
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Hear every detail through provided headsets
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Ride behind the Virginia Monument, cross the Emmitsburg Road, see the Peach Orchard, Little Round Top, Spangler Farm, and Trostle Farm
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Learn how terrain shaped the battle while riding an authentic Civil War mode of transportation
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Outriders accompany the group for safety
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Downtown Gettysburg lunch & shopping before the tour
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Perfect for history lovers, adventure seekers, and anyone wanting a fresh way to experience Gettysburg
This is far more than a trail ride—it’s a transformative way to understand the Battle of Gettysburg, blending powerful storytelling with the thrill of horseback riding.
📅 Trip Schedule
9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
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10:00 AM – Depart Carlisle Barracks Visitor Center
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11:00 AM–2:00 PM – Lunch & shopping downtown (on your own)
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2:00 PM – Return to van for transport to stables
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2:30 PM – Arrive for tour prep
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3:00–5:00 PM – Guided Horseback Battlefield Tour
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5:15–5:30 PM – Depart for Carlisle Barracks
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6:15–6:30 PM – Return to Visitor Center
💵 Cost & Requirements
$160 per person
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Ages 8+
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250 lbs or less
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Lunch, shopping, and gratuities not included
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Minimum 8 / Maximum 10 participants
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Registration cutoff: October 9, 2026
📞 Reserve Your Spot
This small‑group tour will fill quickly—secure your seat now for an unforgettable Gettysburg experience. Call 571‑821‑8450 or stop by Leisure Travel Services to register.
🎖️ Don’t Miss This Once‑in‑a‑Lifetime Adventure
Ride through history. Hear the stories where they happened. See Gettysburg from a perspective few ever experience. Reserve today—spaces are extremely limited.
Cost
$160 per person (ages 8+)
Includes:
- Roundtrip Transportation
- Guided Horseback Ride (2 hr)
Not Included: Driver Tip, Lunch, Shopping, Tour Guide Tip
Participants ages 15 and under must also be accompanied on the tour by a parent or guardian.
ALL PARTICIPANTS 250 LBS OR LESS
Registration Information
Reserve your seats by Friday, 9 October.
Call or email Leisure Travel Services Offices to reserve seats:
Carlisle Barracks - 571-821-8417
Email: CarlisleMWR-LTS@army.mil
842 Sumner Rd, Carlisle, PA 17013
Open: Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fort Indiantown Gap - 717-861-3994
9-65 Fisher Avenue, Annville, PA 17003
Open: Wednesday – Friday 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Van leaves and returns to Carlisle Barracks.
Minimum 8 passengers.