Escape Sofia: horse ride through Bulgaria's beauty
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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We value deep connection with the horse.
If you are a beginner, you will enjoy a unique blend of freedom, relaxation, and adventure.
Experienced riders will appreciate our thoughtful approach. Even in a mixed group, the ride will be tailored to match your skill.
Our calm, friendly and trusted horses help you feel safe, confident, and eager to return.
Contact me to know about the longer horse riding options available.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Weight restrictions apply
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Contact me before booking: To organize the ride, I´ll collect a few details and I will share the longer horse riding options. Get picked up: Receive pick up by the Hemus Hotel or where agreed. Drive to Radomir: Enjoy the scenic 1 hour and 15-minute drive. Meet the horses: Learn to lead and help prepare your horse. 1h horse ride: Take a fun, safe horse ride across beautiful landscapes. Drop off: Get dropped off at Hemus Hotel or the agreed location.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Helmet
1h horse ride
Long trousers are mandatory
Closed shoes (no sandals)
Pickup points
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Escape Sofia: horse ride through Bulgaria's beauty
Reviews
11 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Incredible experience!!! I could not have had a more amazing time on this tour.
Adrienne P,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This horse riding experience is a must do if you are looking to get away from the cities and to see the gorgeous countryside of Bulgaria. Elisabeth is the very lovely guide who handles this experience and she picked me up from a hotel and we drove down together. When horse riding she made sure i was comfortable and happy the entire time and even let me have a lot of control while riding back. She is always attentive and positive and i am so glad i found this experience as it truly made my trip to Bulgaria special. Huge thank you to Elisabeth😊
Amazing experience
Kiki O,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Really lovely experience! Elisabeth was great at communication and picked my friend and me up from our hotel. Elisabeth was super friendly and accommodating. After a quick one hour drive we made it to the land to ride the horses. The horses were really well taken care of and friendly. Our ride was very scenic and Elisabeth was great at taking pictures and videos of the experience. I really enjoyed this experience and would highly recommend to anyone traveling to Sofia.
Highlight of My Trip!
perry6627 ,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an amazing time from start to finish. I booked a solo horse-riding experience through the mountains with Elizabeth, and it was truly unforgettable. She was incredibly kind and friendly, and even surprised me with a chocolate for my birthday, which was such a thoughtful touch. The horses were wonderful and clearly very well cared for. This was definitely one of the best experiences and a must-do activity!
Had a great time
Emily L,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Had the best time. We did the 2 hr lake side view and it was amazing. The guilds were also so nice :)
My Favorite Sofia Adventure!
Christina M,Mar 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a beautiful experience! The scenery was gorgeous, the guide was alert to ensure everyone's safety, and the horses easy to handle. Will definitely go again in the future. Highly recommend!
Lovely ride through the Bulgarian countryside
alexandramF9448MQ,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elisabeth is a lovely guide and very welcoming! The horses are very amenable and would suit beginners. It would have been nice to have a slightly longer ride/more varied trail, so if experienced I would recommend the longer day rides. Still enjoyed it and would recommend if you have time when visiting Sofia. 🙂 Also to note, no need to worry about helmet or riding boots. Chaps and helmet provided if needed!
Perfect harmony between man, horse and nature
X4318DAlauraf,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We met with the guide outside our hotel to reach the starting point of the walk together. The drive was pleasant: we got to talk and get to know each other and thus to live the walk in tune later. Before getting in the saddle they left us some time with the horses, to get to know them and make us known, after which they explained the basics for a correct riding setup, so that the mount could be as comfortable for us and for the horses. During the walk the more experienced riders were left free to gallop where the terrain lent itself, with some precautions regarding the individual characters of each horse. We then made a long stop to feed the horses: this time was used by the guides to take many souvenir photos and record videos. Once we got back on track, they explained that all the routes are designed to allow the horse to experience nature as it would in the wild: we were not forbidden to let them eat from the surrounding plants and grass, to let them get close to each other, both during the stops and during the walk, to leave the line to make them walk at their own speed and let them explore the flat area without losing sight of the group. At the end the whole experience was suitable for experts and beginners, without limiting the experts, avoiding making the walk boring, and without abandoning beginners, among whom the most insecure were flanked by a second guide who helped them carry the horse via a rope. The organizers of the event thought of everything: water, helmets, gaiters and gloves. Booking the 17:00 walk we were able to watch the sunset from the hill, not suffer the heat even wearing long pants and closed shoes and return to the hotel before 21:00. Surely this is the right place if you are looking for an experience that respects both people and animals and, above all, does not see animals only as a source of income.
Best memory in Bulgaria
Megumi O,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Best memory in Bulgaria 🇧🇬 The scenery was so wonderful and it was a place I longed to be, so it is a great memory. The horses were friendly, smart and very easy to ride! I love to run with horses, so I'm very happy! They have different courses, so I'd love to go again!!!
If you love horses and nature, this trail ride is a must!
dallastravler,Aug 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience on well-trained, well-loved horses! We are experienced riders with years of having our own horses, and often on trail rides like this, the horses go head to tail, plodding at a walk. We are usually itching to let our horse trot or canter, but that is rarely allowed. Our guide, Elisabeth, encouraged us to trot and canter, and the horses willingly did so. There were four in our group, and three of us could ride well, but with Elisabeth's instructions and pairing of the new rider on a lovely, mannerly mare, we all got to safely put the horses through the paces. On our three-hour excursion, we rode across meadows to the top of a hill, overlooking a beautiful lake, with a centuries old tiny chapel that is still a popular spot for local pilgrimages today. We had a lunch break there before riding back. If you get to ride Atlas, a stout little bay gelding (my mount), or Huron, a big paint gelding (my husband's mount), give them a hug for us.
The best horse riding!
17stanislavk,Jul 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An incredible experience! If you love being in nature and want to escape the city, horse riding is an absolute must! The attitude and the emotions were amazing! Highly recommended!
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