Orpheus Trail Ride, Bulgaria
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Up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
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Guide Language
English
Group Size
2 - 6
Description
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Plovdiv & Riding Loop
Transfer from Sofia to Villa Yustina. Ride a 3‑hour loop through meadows and forests, then enjoy sightseeing in Plovdiv.
Day 2 – Ride to Bryanovshtitsa
Horseback ride from Leshtensko to Bryanovshtitsa hut (3‑4 hrs). Optional extra 1‑2 hrs to explore the St. George area.
Day 3 – Long Ride to Orehovo
Traverse approximately 6 hrs on horseback from Bryanovshtitsa to Orehovo, with a lunch stop in the scenic Bash Mandra region.
Day 4 – Forest & Meadow Ride near Orehovo
Ride through pine forests and open meadows for about 3 hrs, returning to Orehovo for meals and rest.
Day 5 – Orehovo to Persenk Hut
Ride 5‑6 hrs via Varhovruh and Varhovrah ridge to Persenk hut. Lunch is served at the hut with panoramic mountain views.
Day 6 – Final Ride to Sofia
Short 3‑hour ride back to Villa Yustina, followed by transfer to Sofia for departure.
Day 1 – Arrival in Plovdiv & Riding Loop
Transfer from Sofia to Villa Yustina. Ride a 3‑hour loop through meadows and forests, then enjoy sightseeing in Plovdiv.
Day 2 – Ride to Bryanovshtitsa
Horseback ride from Leshtensko to Bryanovshtitsa hut (3‑4 hrs). Optional extra 1‑2 hrs to explore the St. George area.
Day 3 – Long Ride to Orehovo
Traverse approximately 6 hrs on horseback from Bryanovshtitsa to Orehovo, with a lunch stop in the scenic Bash Mandra region.
Day 4 – Forest & Meadow Ride near Orehovo
Ride through pine forests and open meadows for about 3 hrs, returning to Orehovo for meals and rest.
Day 5 – Orehovo to Persenk Hut
Ride 5‑6 hrs via Varhovruh and Varhovrah ridge to Persenk hut. Lunch is served at the hut with panoramic mountain views.
Day 6 – Final Ride to Sofia
Short 3‑hour ride back to Villa Yustina, followed by transfer to Sofia for departure.
Meeting Point
Included
- task_alt Accommodation
- task_alt Guide
- task_alt Meals
- task_alt Additional Services
- task_alt Transport
Excluded
- close Flights
- close Insurance
- close Additional Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there still a spot open for the Sept 20th Orpheus trail ride?
The date 20 September is fully booked. The only available departure date is 18 October 2026.
My sister and I are students from Austria and we would be interested in this tour. We both have experience with horseback riding, since we personally own horses and have done several tours through Iceland. We wanted to know, if there are still any spots left for the "Orpheus Trail Ride". Since we're starting our studies again in October, this would be the only possible tour for us.
We would be delighted to welcome you. However, please note that our group departing in September is now fully booked. As an alternative, we can offer you the October 18 departure.
What is your minimum and maximum group size? And do most riders appear as solo riders or in duos?
How are the horses selected? Are they matched based on experience and character?
Would you be able to accommodate me and my friend together? I also have a chicken allergy and I want to make sure that this wouldn't be an issue.
We have availability for both you and your friend for the departure on 4 October. I have also made a note of your request to be accommodated together.
Are there still 2 places available for the ride starting on october 4th? We would like to book and make sure that we would be accomodated together. We want to book separately for insurance purposes.
How can we book because the link on your website that says "book now" doesn't seem to be working.
is this holiday suitable for beginners?
No, the Orpheus Ride is not suitable for beginners. We have another ride in the Balkan mountains which is suitable for beginners
Is this a tour for experienced riders? Can I ride at a canter? Is this tour scheduled to run?
The tour is suitable for experienced riders.
Is there any availability on this ride for the dates 20th of September, 9th, 30th of August or 4th of October for a female solo traveller? (happy to share accommodation)
The date 20 September is fully booked. The date 9 August has 1 available spot, as the moment. The date 30 August is still not guaranteed. The date 4 October is available. Regarding the single room supplement, please know that if we find someone else also willing to share the amount will be refunded.
Do you have 2 saddles for us for 24-05-2026? Are glutenfree and lactosefree meals available during the ride?
Yes, we have 2 spaces available on this ride. We can provide glutenfree and lactosefree meals as well
Is this departure still available?
Unfortunately, the date 13 SEP is fully booked. We can offer you 27 SEP, as an available date.
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