The 14 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.Private Horseback Riding the Rila Range

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $140

Ride Bulgaria’s Rila Range near Iskar Reservoir with a private guide, scenic mountain trails, flexible horse matching, and hotel transfers.

“Wow, such an amazing experience. The mountain trails were so beautiful and peaceful. The views were breathtaking. My horse was perfectly paired for me. My guide was awesome and we enjoyed a lovely day together. Definitely would do this again and highly recommend it. Thank you for an outstanding experience.”

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8.Half-Day of Horseback Adventure with Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $179

Ride through Bulgarian vineyards and Rhodope foothills to Red Church, then taste local wines on a small-group tour from Plovdiv.

“We spent a wonderful afternoon with Lubomir riding around the beautiful vineyards and fields in the foothills of the Rhodope mountains. Everything was perfect, from the communication prior to the ride, the horses which were well traineRead more”

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9.Private Cascades Waterfall Horseback Riding Tour from Smolyan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $129

Ride trained horses through Bulgaria’s Rhodope Mountains to Waterfalls Canyon on a private Smolyan tour with a local guide and photos.

“Jivko was a kind and confident teacher. He gave great instruction and support throughout the ride and is extremely knowledgeable about horses and the area. The horse riding experience was truly unforgettable and we will definitely return. Thank you for the beautiful ride, waterfalls and photos you took of us.”

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10.Rila National Park Horse Riding Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $47Best value

Review of Rila National Park horse riding in Bulgaria, with forest trails, gentle horses, pricing, transport, family advice, and booking tips.

“This was advertised as suitable for very young children and beginner riders. I bought the activity for my family a 2 year old, 6 year old, 8 year old, myself and my mother who was in her 60s. My husband was there but he had a bad back and Read more”

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11.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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12.✨Experience Sofia – nature, history, horse riding and SPA✨

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 8 hours · from $274

Explore Sofia, Vitosha, Boyana Church, horseback riding, and Sapareva Banya hot springs on one full day for $274.

“Rado and Mitko were brilliant. very helpful and great knowledge. It was an amazing day everything about it was enjoyable. loved the horse riding and the thermal springs especially. Would highly recommend”

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13.1 Hour Waterfalls Canyon Private Horse Riding in Smolyan

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $102

Ride through Smolyan’s Waterfalls Canyon on a private horse tour with trained horses, mountain views, local guidance, photos, and flexible timing.

“Shivko is a very professional guide, he was very respectful and we spent an amazing time riding his horses Bond and Boris, and we enjoyed the company of his dogs Max and Miley all the time! The landscape with the snow and the mountaiRead more”

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14.Half day adventure – Nevsky, Vitosha Hoof, Boyana and Horse Ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $240

Review of Sofia’s six-hour adventure to Alexander Nevsky, Vitosha, Boyana Church, Bulgarian lunch, and horseback riding.

“Half Day Tour. Windy road up & down the vitosha&Plan mountain area with a few historical stops. Great traditionelle food and ♥️ the horse ride. The riding was accompanied with guides that were really good and the horses are well taken care of. Our guide was great took fotos, made a video for us and was well informed. Thank you for the trip - you made it better even though the weather was against us.”

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