Arrive Sofia airport, transfer to your hotel for overnight. -/-/-
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27.09-04.10.25 guaranteed
Itinerary
The Rhodopes, occupying the southern part of Bulgaria and part of Greece, are the homeland of the mythological singer Orpheus. This ride spends 6 days of riding in this enchanting mountain – the land of high peaks and deep river gorges, unique rock formations, lush meadows and dense forests. The western part of the Rhodopes where our ride takes place, offers a variety of terrains in which one can experience of all types of riding and paces. We visit remote villages, stay with local people enjoying their hospitality, local food and excellent wines. We spend also some time in Plovdiv - Europe's oldest inhabited city and 2019 European Capital of Culture.
Highlights:
♦ Rhodope mountains - home to the mythological singer Orpheus.
♦ Orehovo - a magical mountain village located at a height of 950m.above sea level.
♦ The natural stone phenomenon of the Marvelous Bridges (Chudnite Mostove)
Tour program
Day 1
Sofia
Day 2
Sofia - Villa Yustina - Plovdiv
After breakfast at the hotel, we are heading to our base Villa Yustina at the foot of the Rhodope mountain (15 km from Plovdiv). Here we will meet our horses and do a short loop-like ride. While riding, we will pass through meadows and forests.According to the season, we will have the opportunity to enjoy the ripe fruits in the area and meet the local people, who work in the fields. Sightseeing in Plovdiv in the afternoon. Back to Villa Yustina for overnight. (hours in the saddle: ~3); B/L/-
Day 3
Villa Yustina - Dedevo/Boikovo
After breakfast, we will start today's ride. Passing through green pastures and picturesque villages, we will reach the village of Dedevo for overnight. Alternatively, we can take a slightly different route and spend the night in another charming mountain village - Boikovo. (hours in the saddle: ~6-7); B/L/D
Day 4
Dedevo - Orehovo
Today we are heading to the village of Orehovo - one of the most picturesque ones in the mountain. Today's ride will take about 6 hours. On the way, we will stop for a lunch near the scenic region of Bash Mandra. (hours in the saddle: 6); B/L/D
Day 5
Orehovo - Lyaskovo
Today we will ride through pine forests and vast meadows. Today's ride will take about 3 hours. We will spend a second night in Orehovo in a local family-run guesthouse. (hours in the saddle: ~3); B/L/D
Day 6
Orehovo - Vruhovruh
Today we are heading south and up in the mountains to the small resort of Varhovruh. Following the Varhovrah ridge, we will enjoy the great panorama views before reaching Persenk hut, where we will stop for lunch. (hours in the saddle:3-4) B/L/D
Day 7
Vruhovruh - Villa Yustina -Sofia
Time to get back. First we are heading back to our base in Villa Yustina. Then we are continuing with a transfer back to Sofia where we will spend the night. (hours in the saddle: 6); B/L/-
Day 8
Departure
After breakfast drive to Sofia airport for departure. B/-/-
Tour Details
accommodation
overnights in local guesthouses and mountain hotels in rooms with private facilities
transport
airport transfers on arrival/departure days (day 1+day 8)
luggage transport
insurance
Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered.
flights
international flight tickets
others
saddled horses
VAT and all local taxes
others
drinks and meals not mentioned
tips (EUR 5 per person / per day)
additional airport transfers (in connection with pre- and post tour accommodation in Sofia - 20 EUR pr. vehicle) or Plovdiv-Sofia or vv. 100 EUR (per vehicle)
optional excursions
entrance fees
personal expenses
meals
all meals acc. itinerary
guide
English-speaking guide
Good to know
Currency
BGN
Bulgarian Lev
Bulgaria
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