Balkan Horse Riding - Glozhene Monastery Ride
At a glance
Balkan Horse Riding - Glozhene Monastery Ride is a 5h – 7h private experience in Sofia, Bulgaria, operated by Horseriding Bulgaria - Day Tours. Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 25 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $131.31 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Rent of a saddled horse and a helmet.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 5h – 7h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
This small - group horse riding adventure offers a rare opportunity to experience one of Bulgaria’s most picturesque mountain landscapes far from the crowds, just a short drive from Sofia.
A key highlight is the ride along the ridges of Lisets Mountain, where expansive panoramic views unfold over the rolling green hills and deep valleys of the Balkan Mountains.
Another unforgettable moment of the tour is the approach to the spectacular Glozhen Monastery. Dramatically perched on a sheer rock cliff, the monastery appears almost suspended above the valley.
The tour is designed as a small group experience (maximum 6 - 7 riders), ensuring a relaxed atmosphere, personalized attention, and plenty of time to connect with both the horses and the surrounding nature.
Riding: 4 - 5 hours / Note: This tour is suitable both for beginners and experienced riders.
What's included
What's included
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Rent of a saddled horse and a helmet
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Insurance
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 45m
Itinerary:
We arrive at the village of Golyam Izvor. We meet the horses and get brief instructions. We saddle the horses and head along forest paths to the Ridge of Lisets Mountain, from where a splendid panorama view to Teteven Balkan is revealed. Riding through a century-old beech forest we approach Glozhen Monastery. Its impressive silhouette perched on an inaccessible rock is one of the most impressive sights in Bulgaria. After a short walk inside we return to Golyam Izvor. Drive back to Sofia.
Riding: 4-5 hours
Note: This tour is suitable both for beginners and experienced riders.
Meeting point
Pick up from your place of stay is free of charge.
Good to know
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Balkan Horse Riding - Glozhene Monastery Ride take?
The experience lasts about 5h – 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $131.31 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Local guide; Hotel pickup and drop-off; Rent of a saddled horse and a helmet; Transport by air-conditioned minivan.
Where does it start?
Pick up from your place of stay is free of charge.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 25 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Sofia.
