Balkan Mountains Guided Cycle

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7 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

12 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

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Sofia, Bulgaria

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Highlights

Cycling through the green landscapes of the Fore Balkan and the Central Balkan National Park

Typical countryside scenery, villages and local everyday life of the Balkan mountains region

Troyan monastery, third largest in Bulgaria and built in Bulgarian Renaissance style

Bozhentsi village - an architectural reserve with traditional old style houses

Time at the open air ethnographic museum, Etura

Spending time in the old capital of the Second Bulgarian kingdom, Veliko Tarnovo

Itinerary

Off the beaten track cycling through the unspoiled Balkan Mountains of Bulgaria. The northern and central parts of the Balkan Mountains are famous for their unspoiled nature, lush valleys, sheer cliffs and gentle rolling hills with sheep grazing peacefully in their pastures. Starting from the small village of Goliam Izvor there is enormous opportunity for unique cycling. Passing through the Central Balkan National Park, the narrow roads meander through valleys, forests and quaint villages that have not changed for centuries. Wooden carts pulled by horse or donkey are not uncommon and farmers still make hay with a pitchfork. Along the route you will visit several significant and historic Orthodox monasteries. Many churches with ancient icons and colourful murals are scattered throughout the region. The final cycling stage ends in Veliko Tarnovo - one of the most charming Balkan towns and the former Bulgarian capital.

day 1Arrive Sofia

Make your way to your hotel in Sofia. The remainder of the day is free to explore the city.
We can assist with a private transfer from the airport to the hotel on request - please ask for our rates.

day 2Transfer to Goliam Izvor and cycle to Ribaritsa village (47.5km/29.7mi)

day 3Cycle via the Bogoi Pass and Troyan to Apriltsi (77km/48mi)

day 4A picturesque cycle via cultural landmarks to Gabrovo (67km/41.8mi)

day 5Cycle to Tryavna to the traditional mountain village of Bozhentsi (58km/36.3mi)

day 6Visit Dryanovo monastery, cycle from Yalovo to Elena (46km/28.8mi)

day 7Cycle to Arbanasi, visit Veliko Tarnovo (45km/28mi), transfer to Sofia and trip concludes

What's Included

Accommodation

6 nights accommodation in family run hotels and guesthouses on a twin share basis with private facilities

Meals

5 breakfasts - continental breakfasts are served and will often consist of breads, spreads, yoghurt, cheese, tea, coffee & juices4 dinners – these usually consist of 2-3 courses using local ingredients. The meals may be taken at a local restaurant or in the hotel/guesthouse dining room

Others

English speaking tour leader (from day 2 to day 7) who also drives the support vehicle (with your luggage) and provides technical bike supportRental of 27 speed mountain bike (MTB) or 21 speed road bike with helmet & panniers (premium MTB & e-bike available on request - supplement applies)Transfers from Sofia to Goliam Izvor on day 2 and from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia on day 7Map and GPS tracksEmergency hotline

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