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Albania Ancient Pathways
from $1,305
Summary:

A mountainous trail ride staying in local guesthouses encountering medieval monuments and welcoming Balkan culture for intermediate riders onwards.

Departure Dates:
  • 2020: 1, 15, 29 Aug; 12, 26 Sept; 3, 10, 17 (FULL), 24, 31 Oct; 7, 14, 21 Nov.
  • 2021: 27 Feb; 6, 13, 20, 27 Mar; 3, 10, 17, 24 Apr; 8, 15, 29 May; 12, 26 Jun; 3 Jul; 14, 28 Aug; 4, 18 Sept; 16, 23, 30 Oct; 6, 13, 20, 27 Nov; 4 Dec.
  • Trip Length: 8 days/ 7 nights/ 6 riding days
  • Approximate riding time per day: 4 - 6 hours
  • Meeting point: Tirana airport (TIA) or Saranda Port - fly to Corfu (CFU).
  • Riding Ability Required: Intermediate and riding fit, secure riding in open spaces
  • Usual Group Size: 2 - 8
  • Transfer: Tirana airport to Gjirokastra €70 return per person, 225 km, 3-4 hours Saranda Port to Gjirokastra €40 return per person, 64km, 1 hour.
    Transfers payable on site.
horse riding in Albania
from $1,489
Summary:

Mountainous trail ride at a steady pace to the coast encountering medieval monuments, a communist past and welcoming Balkan culture.

Departure Dates:
  • 2020: 25 Jul; 8 (FULL), 22, 29 Aug; 5, 12, 19, 26 Sep
  • 2021: 1, 15, 22, 29 May; 5, 12, 19, 26 Jun; 7, 17 Jul; 7, 21 Aug; 4, 11. 18, 25 Sep
  • Trip Length: 8 days / 7 nights / 6 riding days
  • Approximate riding time per day: 3-8 hours
  • Meeting point: Tirana airport (TIA) or Saranda Port - fly to Corfu (CFU).
  • Riding Ability Required: Intermediate and riding fit, secure riding in open spaces
  • Usual Group Size: 3 - 8
  • Transfer: 2020/2021: Tirana airport to Gjirokastra €70 return per person, 225 km, 3-4 hours.
    Saranda Port to Gjirokastra: €40 return per person, 64km, 1 hour.
    Transfers payable on site
horse riding in Albania
from $1,815
Special Offer:

Book by December 31st 2020 for a trail in 2021 at 2020 prices

For all riders booking 2 trails in 2021 there is a 20% discount

Summary:

A challenging riding experience with spectacular mountain landscapes as well as river swimming, canyons, charming medieval villages, local traditional food and even city nightlife. Accommodation in family guesthouses and two nights camping. For adventurous intermediate and advanced riders.

Departure Dates:
  • 2021: 24 Jul; 2 Oct
  • Trip Length: 12 days / 11 nights / 9 riding days
  • Approximate riding time per day: 5-7 hours
  • Meeting point: Tirana airport (TIA) or Saranda Port - fly to Corfu (CFU).
  • Riding Ability Required: Intermediate and riding fit, secure riding in open spaces
  • Usual Group Size: 3 - 8
  • Transfer: Tirana airport to Gjirokastra €70 return per person 3-4 hours. Saranda Port to Gjirokastra: €40 return per person 1 hour. Transfers payable on site
Horses in the snow
from $1,269
Summary:

A week-long break which combines 3 days of horse-riding in changing landscapes of rolling hills, valleys, rivers and forests with 3 days of local culture, thermal baths, archeological sites, and the Ionian coast. You will get a true insight into the life of a shepherd in this rural, unspoiled region. The program offers a unique experiences to explore the remote regions of the South, one of Europe's final unexplored territories.

 

Departure Dates:
  • 2021: 8, 29 Jan; 12 Feb
  • Trip Length: 8 days / 7 nights / 3 riding days
  • Approximate riding time per day: 4-6 hours on 3 days
  • Meeting point: Tirana airport (TIA) or Saranda Port - fly to Corfu (CFU).
  • Riding Ability Required: Intermediate and riding fit, secure riding in open spaces
  • Usual Group Size: 3 - 8
  • Transfer: Tirana airport to Gjirokastra €70 return per person 3-4 hours. Saranda Port to Gjirokastra: €40 return per person 1 hour. Transfers payable on site
Bulgaria Balkan Riding Week
from Price on enquiry
Summary:

A week-long based stay with riding out around the Central Balkan National Park. Trips can be tailored to different experience levels and explore the pristine wilderness, meadows and mountains in Bulgaria.

Departure Dates:
  • 2020: Available all year, Saturday arrivals.
  • 2021: TBC
  • Trip Length: 8 days / 7 nights / 6 days riding
  • Approximate riding time per day: 4-7 hours
  • Meeting point: Sofia Airport (SOF)
    Clients can also fly into Plodiv (PDV) please contact us for transfer details
  • Riding Ability Required: Walk, trot and canter
  • Usual Group Size: 1-8
  • Transfer: 2020: Included from meeting point according to time of last arriving/earliest departing guest.
Springtime riding in Bulgaria
from Price on enquiry
Summary:

Once you have ridden this trail you will feel like you have really got to know Bulgaria and its people. Ride across the central Balkan Mountains on good horses.

Departure Dates:
  • 2020: Apr 11 (FULL), 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Jun 13, 27; Jul 11, 25, 8, 22; Aug 8, 22; Sept 5, 19; Oct 3, 10, 17, 24.
  • Trip Length: 8 days / 7 nights / 6 days riding
  • Approximate riding time per day: 4-6 hours
  • Meeting point: Sofia Airport (SOF)
    Clients can also fly into Plovidv (PDV) please contact us for transfer details
  • Riding Ability Required: Walk, trot and canter
  • Usual Group Size: 1-8
  • Transfer: 2020: Included from meeting point according to time of last arriving/earliest departing guest. Flights should be booked to arrive before 17:00 and departure after 12:00 on return. Other times can be arranged for a fee of €150 per car (1-3 pax) each way, payable on site. Approximate transfer time is 3 hours.
Riding in Bulgaria
from $1,849
Summary:

Plenty of canters and amazing scenery with ancient Thracian and Roman ruins, delicious wines and spa opportunities. For intermediate riders onwards.

Departure Dates:
  • 2021: 10, 24 (FULL) Apr; 8, 22 May; 25 Sep; 9, 23 Oct; 6 Nov
  • Trip Length: 8 days / 7 nights / 6 riding days
  • Approximate riding time per day: 4-6 hours
  • Meeting point: Sofia Airport (SOF) by 4pm on Day 1.
  • Riding Ability Required: Intermediate. Riders need to be capable at all paces including gallop, able to spend up to 6 hours a day in the saddle riding on steep terrain.
  • Usual Group Size: 3-8
  • Transfer: 2021: included to and from Sofia Airport (SOF). Please arrange departure flights after 11am. Approximate transfer time is 1h30m.
Riding in Bulgaria
from Price on enquiry
Summary:

Exciting and fast riding on super horses through the scenic Bulgarian mountains steeped in Thracian and Roman history with relaxing and indulgent spa treatments in the evenings. Accommodation in 3 and 4 star spa hotels throughout the trail.

Departure Dates:
  • 2021: TBC
  • Trip Length: 8 days / 7 nights / 6 riding days
  • Approximate riding time per day: 4-6 hours
  • Meeting point: Sofia Airport (SOF) by 3pm on Day 1.
  • Riding Ability Required: Advanced. Riders need to be capable at all paces including gallop, able to spend up to 6 hours a day in the saddle riding on steep terrain.
  • Usual Group Size: 4-6
  • Transfer: 2020: included to and from Sofia Airport (SOF). Please arrange departure flights after 12 noon. Approximate transfer time is 2 hours.
Autumn colours
from Price on enquiry
Summary:

A ride on good horses exploring the high mountains of central Bulgaria with a focus on nature.

Departure Dates:
  • 2020: Jun 6, 20; Jul 4, 18; Aug 1, 15, 29; Sept 12, 26.
  • For groups of 4 or more other dates can be arranged between May and October.
  • Trip Length: 8 days / 7 nights / 6 days riding
  • Approximate riding time per day: 4-7 hours
  • Meeting point: Sofia Airport (SOF)
    Clients can also fly into Plodiv (PDV) please contact us for transfer details
  • Riding Ability Required: Walk, trot and canter
  • Usual Group Size: 1-6
  • Transfer: 2020: Included from meeting point according to time of last arriving/earliest departing guest. Flights should be booked to arrive before 17:00 and departure after 12:00 on return. Other times can be arranged for a fee of €150 per car (1-3 pax) each way, payable on site. Approximate transfer time is 3 hours.
Riding in the Rhodope Mountains
from $1,629
Summary:

Head to the Rhodope Mountains, one of Europe's most biodiverse areas and explore the scenery on forward-going, responsive horses. Adventurous mountain riding with plenty of trots and canters and great opportunities to explore the region's nature, wildlife, history and culture along the way.

Departure Dates:
  • 2021: 5 Jun; 3, 31 Jul; 14, 28 Aug; 11 Sep
  • Trip Length: 8 days/7 nights/6 days riding
  • Approximate riding time per day: 4-6 hours
  • Meeting point: Sofia Airport (SOF)
  • Riding Ability Required: Intermediate onwards
  • Usual Group Size: 3-8
  • Transfer: Included to and from meeting point. Arrival on Day 1 no later than 16:00, departure on Day 8 after 12:00. Approximate transfer time is 1.5 hours.
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