Highlights of Bulgaria by Bicycle

Highlights of Bulgaria by Bicycle

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$2850

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Tour Overview

Embark on an exhilarating cycling adventure through the captivating landscapes of Bulgaria with the "Highlights of Bulgaria by Bicycle" tour. Starting and ending in Sofia, this journey takes you through the breathtaking Balkan Mountains, picturesque villages, and historic sites. Experience the thrill of cycling to the Glozhene Monastery, the challenging ascent to Bogoi Pass, and the scenic descent into the Valley of Roses. Discover the charm of Koprivshtitsa, explore ancient Thracian sites, and unwind in the thermal springs of Hisarya. Enjoy a rest day in Bulgaria's second city, marvel at the stunning Trigrad Gorge, and visit the awe-inspiring Devil’s Throat Cave. Conclude your adventure in Velingrad, Bulgaria's spa capital, where you can relax in the healing thermal waters. This tour promises a perfect blend of active exploration and cultural immersion, offering unforgettable memories of Bulgaria's natural beauty and rich heritage. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Explore the historic city of Sofia with a walking tour.

  • Cycle through the picturesque Glozhene Monastery and the charming village of Ribaritsa.

  • Challenge yourself with a climb to the Bogoi pass and enjoy a descent through Arcadian villages.

  • Ride through the Valley of Roses and visit the well-preserved town of Koprivshtitsa.

  • Discover ancient Thracian rock formations and a 5th-century BC cult temple near Strelcha.

  • Visit the stunning Bachkovo Monastery and the thrilling Devil’s Throat Cave.

  • Experience the breathtaking Trigrad Gorge and explore the fascinating Yagodina cave.

  • Relax in the thermal waters of Velingrad, Bulgaria's spa capital.

Itinerary

What's Included

  • Guided Walking Tour

    A brief walking tour of historic Sofia is included on the first day.

  • Cycling Tour

    The tour includes cycling through various scenic routes in Bulgaria, including the Balkan mountains, Valley of Roses, and Trigrad Gorge.

  • Visit to Monasteries and Caves

    Visits to Glozhene Monastery, Bachkovo Monastery, Devil’s Throat Cave, and Yagodina cave are included.

  • Cultural Visits

    Visits to two famous 'house museums' and a local winery are included.

  • Spa and Relaxation

    Relaxation at a remote spa resort and in Velingrad, Bulgaria's spa capital, is included.

What's Not Included

Bike HireMountain bike hire is not included and costs US$ 285.

Bike Hire

Mountain Bike: US$ 285

Single Supplement

US$ 375

Mode of Transport

Transportation details are not provided in the tour description.

Accommodation

Accommodation details are not provided in the tour description.

Check out our Q&As

  • What is the starting and ending point of the tour?

    The tour starts and ends in Sofia, Bulgaria.

  • What type of bike is available for hire during the tour?

    Mountain bikes are available for hire at a cost of US$ 285.

  • What can I expect on the first day of the tour?

    On the first day, after arrival and hotel check-in, there is a brief walking tour of historic Sofia followed by a welcome dinner.

  • What is the highlight of the ride on Day 4?

    On Day 4, the highlight is starting at the top of the highest pass in the Balkan Mountains, Beklemeto Pass, and enjoying a scenic downhill ride into South Bulgaria and the Valley of Roses, ending at Koprivshtitsa.

  • What unique natural feature is visited on Day 7?

    On Day 7, the tour visits the Devil’s Throat Cave, which features a 40-meter high underground waterfall.

  • What is special about the town of Velingrad visited on Day 9?

    Velingrad is known as Bulgaria's spa capital, with over 90 curative and preventative springs and other natural phenomena, including Bulgaria's biggest Karst spring.

  • Do I need to have travel insurance?

    Yes! SpiceRoads insists that all clients must take out good travel insurance before joining one of our tours. There are inherent risks involved in cycling and mountain biking and we will not be liable for your medical expenses or evacuation in case of an accident. This insurance must include adequate coverage for any personal accident, medical expenses, injury, death and repatriation. Insurance should also provide coverage for cancellations or curtailment of the holiday. Clients should also ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for any dangerous or unusual activities that might be included in their tour. If you join the tour without adequate insurance you may be disallowed from continuing on the tour without the right of refund. Clients are solely responsible for arranging their insurance and they should ensure that they are covered for the full duration of their tour. Your tour leader will ask for copies of your insurance before allowing you to join the tour. This protects both you and us.

  • Is the trip guaranteed to depart and does it require a minimum number of people?

    There is a minimum number of participants (usually 2) required to enable the trip to go ahead. Once the minimum number is reached, the trip status will change from 'Available' to 'Guaranteed to Depart'. Once a trip is guaranteed to depart you are free to book your flights and make other travel arrangements. If the trip status is ‘Limited’ will mean we have only a small number of spaces available for booking. If you are unsure about the trip status, please contact us.

  • Why hire a bike from SpiceRoads?

    SpiceRoads bikes are never just "fit for duty" but a key component of our riders’ tour experience and satisfaction. For tours with bike hire option, renting one of our bikes saves hassle, not to mention precious luggage allowance. All SpiceRoads tours use well-known makes of mountain, hybrid or road bikes (depending on the tour) with lightweight alloy frames, 24- to 27-speed gearing, v-brakes or disc brakes and Shimano components. Mountain bikes all have front suspension. We renew bikes in our fleet every two seasons. When in use, our bikes are well-cared for, including full service before each trip and daily cleaning while on tour. SpiceRoads tour support vehicles carry plenty of spares and extra tubes for every emergency.

  • Do you have E-Bikes?

    Electric "pedal assist" e-bikes are available on select tours. E-bikes can help manage long distances and climbing terrain through the use of a pedal-activated electric motor. Unlike other e-bikes, "pedal assistedr" e-bikes feel more natural to the rider. We recommend e-bikes for riders interested in tours that might normally be too challenging for them, or for groups of riders with mixed ability. E-bikes provide assistance for long distance or more challenging terrain, but they can’t do all the work for you! Always chose a tour within the range of your own abilities to ensure your own enjoyment when exploring a new destination. Contact us for a complete list of e-bike available tours.

  • What do I need to bring if I rent a SpiceRoads bike?

    Bikes rented for tours always come with a helmet, a single water bottle cage, and a standard saddle. If you prefer to bring your own saddle (just the saddle, not the seat post), additional water bottle cage, or SPD pedals, we will fit them to your bike for the tour. Don’t forgot to bring your shoes and cleats if you bring SPD pedals! Women specific seats are recommended for longer tours. We have a limited supply of gel seat covers to soften the ride, and of strap-on toe cages. Please enquire about adding these during your booking.

  • Do you have details of the SpiceRoads fleet?

    In Thailand we have a fleet of Verve city bikes, TREK 4300 and X-Caliber 7 mountain bikes, TREK 7.2 X, FX 3 and 7200 hybrid bikes and Trek 2.1 C, Domane 2.0, Lexa SL and carbon Émonda S5 road bikes. We also carry Giant 2019 Explore E+ 3 e-bikes. Our bicycles are available in sizes ranging from 13 inches to 22 1/2 inches or 47 cm to 62 cm. Please note that a certain frame model is not guaranteed. In Bangkok and Chiang Mai, baby seats, tag-alongs, and child bikes for children are available. In Bangkok the single-wheeled tag-along bike attach to the seat-post of an adult bike, allowing a child to pedal along behind the adult. There's no age limit to the tag-along bike, but there is a 36 kg weight limit. Bike hire is include in the tour price for short tours, while longer tours offer bike hire as a supplement, as many riders opt to bring their own bike for our cycling tours. Depending on the destination, length of tour, and type of bike, hire costs vary.

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Sunday - Tuesday

May 25, 2025 - Jun 03, 2025
$2850 (USD)

Book with Confidence

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    SpiceRoads Cycling allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform spiceroads cycling, 40 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    SpiceRoads Cycling requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of spiceroads cycling charges.

    At 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 0% of booking price.

    At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Highlights of Bulgaria by Bicycle

10 Days Starting and ending in Sofia, Bulgaria

Visiting: Sofia, Balkan Mountains, Ribaritsa, Koprivshtitsa, Hisarya, Plovdiv, Trigrad, Trigrad Gorge, Velingrad ...more ...less

Tour operator:

SpiceRoads Cycling

Tour code:

BGR-BBH

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 16

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

Min age:18

Trip Styles:

Active

Activities:

Cycling, Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2850 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 22-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

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