Penguin Travel

Witness the majesty of Skaklia waterfall and the white Lakatnik rocks, bike through remote mountain villages on panoramic isolated roads, take a refreshing swim in the mineral water pools in Varshetc town, visit the picturesque Klisura monastery and take a walk in the mountain town of Berkovitsa.

Departure dates:
01 April 2010 - 20 November 2010 every day

Country region:   Western Balkan mountains

Price without flight ticket:    130 EUR

Trip plan:   

Day 1
Transfer (1 hour) to Skaklia waterfall – short hike up to the waterfall, cycling to Lakatnik rocks area (380m). Option for a short hike up to the top of the rocks with splendid view towards Iskar valley river. You get on the bikes and start biking uphill on a winding panoramic road to Milanovo village (you may use the supporting vejicle for the first 6 km). The road passes by nice meadows and farm lands. Then we enter the forest and the downhill ride starts passing by two small remote villages before reaching the main road which lead us to Varshets and its mineral water swimming pools. Overnight in a guesthouse
Cycling distance: 38 km, uphill/downhill biking: 500/570 m

Day 2
After breakfast you get on the bikes and start biking on a nice isolated road to the beautiful Klisura monastery. After a visit of the monastery you continue cycling all the way to the mountain town of Berkovitsa passing by a small dam nearby. After some free time for lunch and walks in the town you are transferred to Sofia (1.30h) via the mountain pass Petrohan. (Option for an additional downhill ride from Petrohan pass to Ginci village – around 10 km).
Cycling distance: 26 km, uphill/downhill biking: 160/200 m
 

Accomodation and food:   accommodation in family run pension in double room on HB

Luggage transport:   included

Price of extra services:   single room supplement - 10 euro, spa hotel supplement: 20 euro

Included in the price:   accommodation in family run pension in double room on HB, rent of a bike, English speaking guide with a supporting vehicle, map of the route, all transfers

Excluded from the price:   drinks, insurance, tips

Recommended travel period of the year:   April - November

Nessesary equipment:   We strongly recommend you wearing a helmet during the cycling. You can bring your own helmet or rent one from us. Cycling gloves are also advisable. Breathable and waterproof clothes, comfortable shoes for cycling.

Tour difficulty:   B 

Easy - Moderate

Group Size:   min. 2 pax

Reservation System Code: BGBIKESPA2