The 7 Horse Riding Trips in Bulgaria That Earn Their Price

1.Balkan Horse Riding – Glozhene Monastery Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $138Our pick

Ride through Balkan forests to cliff-top Glozhene Monastery on a private Sofia day tour with hotel pickup, horses, and mountain views.

“We were not supplied with riding helmets and even after asking for them were given only one (so one of us had no helmet). The horses were not well taken care of (dirty and tangled hair) and one of them had a limp. The trail was not easy for the horses (rocks and muddy)... The views were beautiful and the guide Gekko did his best to give us a pleasant experience.”

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2.Private Horse Riding in the Balkan from Sofia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $239Top rated

Ride through Bulgaria’s Balkan hills from Sofia, with private transfers, flexible routes, expert instruction, Teteven sights, and mountain views.

“Great tour operator who arrange everything for my needs because of my delayed air flight. Nice horseback riding assistant who ride behind me to look after me. Perfect environment and view of the riding. The best horseback riding guide who is a real expert and qualified with competition award. Really great teaching, I learned galloping in one day, which I don't have any experience on riding. She is passionate, friendly and with hospitality. 200% recommend this experience.”

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3.Private Horseback Riding the Rila Range

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $140

Ride through Bulgaria’s Rila countryside near Iskar Reservoir with private transfers, professional guides, gentle horses, and mountain views.

“Wow, such an amazing experience. The mountain trails were so beautiful and peaceful. The views were breathtaking. My horse was perfectly paired for me. My guide was awesome and we enjoyed a lovely day together. Definitely would do this again and highly recommend it. Thank you for an outstanding experience.”

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4.Half-Day of Horseback Adventure with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $179

Ride through Plovdiv vineyards to Red Church, enjoy a riverside lunch, and taste Yustina wines with a small expert-led group.

“It was just a stunning experience! Riding in the Rhodope Mountains cannot be described in words. I have only seen such view in movies. It was very beautiful and worthwhile for someone who enjoys nature. Lyubo was an excellent guide. He taRead more”

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5.Private Cascades Waterfall Horseback Riding Tour from Smolyan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $129

Ride trained horses through Bulgaria’s Rhodope Mountains to Waterfalls Canyon, with a private guide, equipment, and photos included.

“Jivko was a kind and confident teacher. He gave great instruction and support throughout the ride and is extremely knowledgeable about horses and the area. The horse riding experience was truly unforgettable and we will definitely return. Thank you for the beautiful ride, waterfalls and photos you took of us.”

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6.1 Hour Waterfalls Canyon Private Horse Riding in Smolyan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $102

Ride through Bulgaria’s Waterfalls Canyon on a private horse tour with trained horses, mountain views, local guidance, and digital photos.

“Shivko is a very professional guide, he was very respectful and we spent an amazing time riding his horses Bond and Boris, and we enjoyed the company of his dogs Max and Miley all the time! The landscape with the snow and the mountaiRead more”

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7.Horse Riding in the Valley of Roses in Thracian Spirit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1 reviews · from $12Best value

Ride gentle horses through Bulgaria’s Valley of Roses, with private guiding, beginner-friendly instruction, flexible timing, and Thracian character.

“We enjoyed a pleasant morning, riding some beautiful horses through the stunning countryside. The guide took us, as beginners, at a careful pace, and the horses appeared to be good natured, and patient with us and our inexperience! I fully recommend.”

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