Bulgaria Biking

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Found between the trade routes of Europe and Asia, Bulgaria has long been a crossroad of cultures—a fusion of Eastern Orthodox tradition, Byzantine art, Ottoman architecture and ever-present Pagan practices. This diversity is found in the landscape, too: a patchwork of farmland, alpine peaks, curious caves and rock formations that skirt the horizon. We'll imm...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • History and culture with a vineyard visit and an immersive exploration of Plovdiv
    • Beautiful view Rhodope Mountains
    • Discover the delightful culinary traditions first hand with a cooking class.

What's this trip about?

    Found between the trade routes of Europe and Asia, Bulgaria has long been a crossroad of cultures—a fusion of Eastern Orthodox tradition, Byzantine art, Ottoman architecture and ever-present Pagan practices. This diversity is found in the landscape, too: a patchwork of farmland, alpine peaks, curious caves and rock formations that skirt the horizon. We'll immerse you in the local culture as we venture across unspoiled terrain, indulge in the region’s cuisine and pedal between misty mountains and ancient ruins.

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityBulgaria
End CityBulgaria

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Cycling & Biking

Destinations

Activities

  • Cooking
  • Culture
  • Cycling
  • History
  • Mountaineering
  • Nature
  • Wine Tasting

Trip includes

    • All hotel accommodation
    • Meals as indicated with wine, as selected by B&R
    • Services of B&R guide(s) and support van
    • All special events, private tours, guest experts and entrance fees
    • All transportation from rendezvous to drop­-off
    • All baggage transportation
    • B&R biodegradable or reusable water bottle
    • Use of a customized hybrid or a racing bike with drop bars, equipped with handlebar bag and helmet
    • A handlebar-mounted GPS Device with preloaded bike routes
    • All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel service.

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Itinerary

Day 1:

After a scenic introduction to the landscape by bike, we'll wade into the history and culture with a vineyard visit and an immersive exploration of Plovdiv.

Day 2:

Ride from 'The Real Middle Forest' to the Rose Valley as we village hop to meet our charismatic and knowledgable local friends along the way.

Day 3:

Deep in the Rhodope Mountains, we'll cycle along a reservoir wall with incredible views (a teaser for our lunch experience) before we discover the unique bagpipe tradition.

Day 4:

As we ride through Gela today, we'll stop to embrace the local highlights and discover the delightful culinary traditions first hand with a cooking class.

Day 5:

Ride among diverse flora and fauna to a centuries-old Ottoman stone bridge before we land in the wine region of Melnik for a delightful tasting.

Day 6:

Explore surrounding vineyards and farmland by bike then, get a closer look at sandstone formations and the Rozhen Monastery on foot. Tonight, we'll celebrate our spectacular trip together.

Day 7:

Before we say farewell, we'll make one final visit to the must-see Rila Monastery (home to roughly 60 monks). From there we'll part ways, until next time!

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Dates & Availability

Price From $6,495
Price per day$928
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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