Horse Riding in Rila Mountains, 4 days
Rila is among the highest mountain range of Bulgaria and on the Balkans, with its highest peak Musala (2,925 m). The name Rila is allegedly of Thracian origin and should mean "well-watered mountain", owing to Rila's abundance of glacial lakes (about 200) and hot springs in the faulty areas. Here you will find the charming mountain resort Borovets, situated at 1350 m a.s.l and at the foot of Musala peak among age-old pine woods. The resort is easily accessible by road, at a distance of 73 km from Sofia. In the summer Borovets attracts trekkers, hikers and horseriders. With us you have the unique possibility of an equestrian holiday in the beautiful nature of the Rila Mountains.
Highlights:
♦ 3 days horseriding outdoors
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival to Sofia. Meeting with a local representative and transfer to Borovets (about 1 hour). Accommodation in hotel Flora – this is our base for the next 3 nights as all starting points for the riders in the next days are within 5-minute walk from Flora Complex.
Day 2: We leave the hotel and head to the Varniko area and Hunting Well area. After we pass by Varovita Cheshma area we will stop for a break and lunch. We continue riding to Pashanitsa area, Malka Lukovitsa area and we end this tour at Flora Complex. Overnight at hotel Flora. /riding: 7 hours/
Day 3: After breakfast we start riding towards Black Rock area and Gvardeiska Polyana area. At Chakur hut we will have break and lunch. The riding tour continues to Sitniakovo area and Borovets and ends at our complex. Overnight at hotel Flora. /riding: 7 hours/
Day 4: Today our aims are Malka Lukovitsa area and Golyam Giol, where we will stop for lunch. After that we will ride to Borovets passing by Shumnatitsa chalet to reach Flora Complex. After the end of the riding tour – transfer to Sofia for onward flight or possibility for one more night at Flora Hotel or accommodation in Sofia. /riding: 5 hours/
Included in the price: 3 nights at 4* hotel in Borovets► breakfast; lunch packs► late check out on day 4►qualified English speaking riding guide►saddled horse; pick up/drop off at Sofia airport► VAT and all local taxes
Not included: flight tickets ►insurance ► meals ► not mentioned in the program ►tips ►other personal expenses ►additional nights in Borovets or Sofia
Other expences: Single room supplement: 50 EUR. Extra night in Borovets (dbl. occupancy): 28 EUR.
Good to know: ►Saddling is Western, but English saddles are also available upon request. ►Horses, most of the horses belong to the local East-Bulgarian breed with a mid-height of 1,50 cm, they are well known as thoughtful and tough, and are thus extremely well-adapted to the mountainous region of the Rila Mountains. ►The maximum weight limit of the riders is 95 kg. ► Extension at the Black sea coast: we have a unique proposal, which gives you the opportunity to stay on a sea holiday for extra week after your active tour in Sozopol, Nessebar, Sunny Beach, Lozenets, St. Vlas, Golden Sands etc. ►Extension in Sofia at Sofia guest house
How to get there: ►Please contact us if you would like us to help you find suitable flights at the best price. When helping you to find flights we always try to find the best price for you according to the departure and arrival times. Prices vary depending on the airline and current availability. However, remember that the cheap airfares are often difficult or impossible to reschedule or cancel.
A service charge (non-refundable) will be added if you want us to help you find the appropriate plane ticket.
Low_cost flights to Bulgaria: please check: Wizz Air - http://wizzair.com/ ; Easy Jet - http://www.easyjet.com/ ; Germanwings - http://www.germanwings.com/ ; My Air - http://www.myair.com/ ; Penguin Travel – http://www.flybulgarien.dk/ ; Norwegian Air Shuttle - http://www.norwegian.com; Cimber Sterling www.cimber.dk
Recommended travel period of the year: June - October
Links to additional information:
The Balkan Rides - Bulgaria
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