Orpheus Trail Ride, Bulgaria

Orpheus Trail Ride, Bulgaria 870 €, 6 Days

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 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 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)

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Price Includes:
overnights in local guesthouses and mountain hotels in rooms with private facilities
all meals acc. itinerary
English-speaking guide
saddled horses
transfers as per itinerary day 1 and 6
luggage transport
all local taxes

Not Included:
International flights
drinks and meals not mentioned
tips (EUR 5 per person / per day)
optional excursions
entrance fees
insurance
personal expenses

Additional Services:
Small group supplement pp. at 2-3 riders - 100 EUR


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Orpheus Trail Ride, Bulgaria (Rated 4.95 / 5 Based on 471 Reviews.)
Price
870 EUR
Duration
6 Days
Single Supplement
110 EUR
Status
Open for booking
Price
940 EUR
Duration
6 Days
Single Supplement
120 EUR
Status
Open for booking
Price
940 EUR
Duration
6 Days
Single Supplement
120 EUR
Status
Open for booking
Price
940 EUR
Duration
6 Days
Single Supplement
120 EUR
Status
Open for booking
Price
940 EUR
Duration
6 Days
Single Supplement
120 EUR
Status
Open for booking
Price
940 EUR
Duration
6 Days
Single Supplement
120 EUR
Status
Open for booking
Price
940 EUR
Duration
6 Days
Single Supplement
120 EUR
Status
Open for booking
Price
940 EUR
Duration
6 Days
Single Supplement
120 EUR
Status
Open for booking
Price
940 EUR
Duration
6 Days
Single Supplement
120 EUR
Status
Open for booking

Currency fluctuations might cause correction of price at any time.

This ride is siutable for intermediate and experienced riders.
You should be capable to ride at all paces and confident at a fast canter over rough terrain.

 

 

 

Group Size
4-6 riders
Reservation System Code
BGRODOPIRID

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