Balkan Horse Riding - Glozhene Monastery Ride

Teteven Balkan – one of the most beautiful parts of the Balkan Mountains – is situated very close to Sofia, it takes only an hour drive. Hidden forest paths lead to high ridges with spacious views – up there, where it’s easy to take a deep breath and where the eyes cannot get enough. But the pleasure is even greater when you enjoy this lovely nature riding on a horse back! 
Highlights:
Glozhen Monastery
Itinerary:
We arrive at the village of Golyam Izvor. We meet the horses and get brief instructions. We saddle the horses and head along forest paths to the Ridge of Lisets Mountain, from where a splendid panorama view to Teteven Balkan is revealed. Riding through a century-old beech forest we approach Glozhen Monastery. Its impressive silhouette perched on an inaccessible rock is one of the most impressive sights in Bulgaria. After a short walk inside we return to Golyam Izvor. Drive back to Sofia.
Riding: 4-5 hours
Note: This tour is suitable both for beginners and experienced riders.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Glozhene Monastery (Sveti Georgi Pobedonosets), Ribaritsa Bulgaria

Itinerary:
We arrive at the village of Golyam Izvor. We meet the horses and get brief instructions. We saddle the horses and head along forest paths to the Ridge of Lisets Mountain, from where a splendid panorama view to Teteven Balkan is revealed. Riding through a century-old beech forest we approach Glozhen Monastery. Its impressive silhouette perched on an inaccessible rock is one of the most impressive sights in Bulgaria. After a short walk inside we return to Golyam Izvor. Drive back to Sofia.

Riding: 4-5 hours

Note: This tour is suitable both for beginners and experienced riders.

Duration: 45 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Start Time: 09:00 AM
Duration: 5 To 7 Hours
Start location: Sofia, Sofia, Sofia Region
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up from your place of stay is free of charge.

Airports

• Vrazhdebna Airport, Sofia Bulgaria

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Local guide
• Transport by air-conditioned minivan
• Rent of a saddled horse and a helmet

Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Personal expenses
• Insurance

Facilities