The 7 Best Bulgaria Horseback Riding Tours

1.From Bansko: Horse Riding Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 70 reviews · 1h 15m · from $56Our pick

Ride gentle horses near Bansko through mountain fields and forest, with Pirin views, a small group, and a relaxed 45-minute trail.

“Incredible views of Pirin Mountains, fantastic trail, really cool authentic Bulgarian farm, very good driver to and from location. It would’ve been nice to hang around the farm a little longer to experience the animals, the experience was a bit rushed and a little more direction for new riders would’ve been appreciated, but overall it was a very peaceful experience! I would recommend this place to everyone!”

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2.Balkan Horse Riding – Glozhene Monastery Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 24 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $138

Ride through beech forest to Bulgaria’s cliff-top Glozhene Monastery, with Sofia pickup, a private guide, horses, helmets, and mountain views.

“We were not supplied with riding helmets and even after asking for them were given only one (so one of us had no helmet). The horses were not well taken care of (dirty and tangled hair) and one of them had a limp. The trail was not easy for the horses (rocks and muddy)... The views were beautiful and the guide Gekko did his best to give us a pleasant experience.”

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3.Borovets: Horse Riding Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 11 reviews · 1h 30m · from $73

Ride through Borovets scenery with an instructor, suitable for beginners, with ranch transfers, helmets, and small groups of up to eight.

“It was really amazing! I saw the reviews previously and I thought it was a mistake but I think it was the best purchase/ activity throughout my trip! He drove us there to the stables and we saw the horses. Being that it was the foggiest of days, we walked with the horse around the ranch. As a first timer, it was a really good experience. After the ride, we had a cup of tea next to the fire place and chatted. There are other animals on the ranch like pigs and there are a few dogs. Definitely coming again in the summer and winter next time!”

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4.Escape Sofia: horse ride through Bulgaria´s beauty

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 4h 30m · from $117Top rated

Ride gentle horses through Bulgaria near Radomir, with Sofia pickup, scenic views, patient instruction, and a small group capped at four.

“C’était génial ! Les paysages sont superbes et Elisabeth est adorable. Je recommande vivement”

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5.Private Horse Riding in the Balkan from Sofia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $239

Ride through Bulgaria’s Balkan forests from Sofia, with private transfers, flexible routes, Skoka Falls, Teteven, and expert instruction.

“This is a definite MUST if you want to experience the beauty of Vitosha mountain as well as experience horse riding in the wild. They took exception care of me during the entire ride. The horses are so good. Happy and fit! They know their job and look after you. I was lucky enough to experience the ride in snow all the way up and back down the mountain. A dream come true for me. If I ever get the opportunity to visit Bulgaria again this would be my first stop to ride and say hi to Vento - the horse I got to ride. This experience was a real…”

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6.Escape Sofia: horse ride through Bulgaria’s beauty

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $110

Review of Sofia horse riding tour to Radomir, with private pickup, friendly horses, scenic views, practical tips, price, and booking advice.

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7.Exclusive Sofia: Nevsky, Vitosha Hoof, Boyana, Horse Ride & Spa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $281

Review of Sofia’s cathedral, Vitosha views, Boyana Church, Bulgarian lunch, horse riding, and Sapareva Banya thermal stop.

“Rado and Mitko were amazing they made the trip enjoyable and comfortable. Great knowledge and always helpful. The whole day was great me and my partner loved every bit of it especially the horse riding and the spa. Would highly recommend.”

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