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Rhodope Mountains Ride - In the Land of Orpheus


Rhodope Mountains Ride - In the Land of Orpheus
Mountains Bulgaria

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 of 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 of 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.

Progressive Ride (no camping)
Family Vacation
Ride with Western Tack

Meeting: Sofia
Airport: Sofia International Airport (SOF)
Transfer: Sofia International Airport (SOF)
Riders: Min 2 riders
Max 6 riders

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    Rhodope Mountains Ride - In the Land of Orpheus
    Tour Code: IT-BGRT10
    8 days / 7 nights
    Dates : May-Oct

    Trip Rating :
    Difficulty : Riding Level
    Riding Level Explained
    ABeginner
    Beginner A rider who has limited experience, is unable to post the trot and does not canter.
    BNovice
    Novice A rider who is capable of mounting and dismounting unassisted, capable of applying basic aids, comfortable and in control at the walk, moderate length posting trots, and short canters.
    CIntermediate
    Intermediate A rider who has a firm seat, is confident and in control at all paces (including posting trots, two point canters and gallops), but does not ride regularly.
    D Strong Intermediate
    Strong Intermediate An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly and is comfortable in the saddle for at least 6 hours per day.
    EAdvanced
    All of the above, plus an independent seat, soft hands, and capable of handlinga spirited horse in open country.
    Lodging: Standard
    Lodging Level Explained
       
    = Facilities in lodges, estancias, haciendas, resorts, etc.
       
    Basic lodging - some with shared bathroom facilities, usually no AC or room service.
    Regular standard room - usually with private bath.
     Accommodations with superior comforts.
       
     = Trips with nights in tent camps. Sometimes the first and last night are in hotels.
       
    Basic tent camping - everyone helps out with camp chores.
    Regular standard with some camp amenities and camp cook.
    Camping facilities with superior comforts like camp shower, bathroom facility..
       
     = Trips that combine nights in hotels and camping.
       
    Basic accommodation and basic camping facilities can be expected.
    Regular standard with some nicer amenities.
    Only assigned to hotel and camping facilities with superior comforts.

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    Season Tour Dates  Min / MaxReserve
    A 2024 08/10 - 08/17 8d / 7n 8 day trip, 6 riding days 2 /6 Expired
    A 2024 08/31 - 09/07 8d / 7n 8 day trip, 6 riding days 2 /6 Expired
    A 2024 09/14 - 09/21 8d / 7n 8 day trip, 6 riding days 2 /6 Expired
    A 2024 10/12 - 10/19 8d / 7n 8 day trip, 6 riding days 2 /6 Expired
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    Accommodation
    Bachkovo Monastery
    Tack: Western, but there is English tack ava...
    Horses: Most of the horses belong to the local...
    Pace: (6-7 hours in the saddle each day).Ran...
    Walk, Trot, Canter,
    Airport: Sofia International Airport (SOF)
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