Turkode : TDB
Reisen er levert av
Exodus Adventure Travels
Destinasjoner : Bulgaria
Reisen begynner :
Reisen slutter :
Gruppestørrelse : 6 - 16
Aldre : 16+
Aktivitet :
8 dager fra
NOK 20 470

Oversikt

Trek spectacular mountain landscapes in beautiful Bulgaria

The Rodopi Mountains are a hauntingly beautiful and mysterious region which, according to legend, were the home of the ancient Greek bard, Orpheus. Today they offer a refuge for many rare plants, brown bears, wolves, wild cats and a prolific number of butterflies and birds. Discover the rich cultural and natural heritage of these remote peaks as we walk through a variety of landscapes, including ancient coniferous forests and rugged limestone gorges. We engage with local people who maintain their traditional rural existence, working the fields by hand and tending their livestock on the meadows and pastures. Did you know you can travel by train to this trip? Find out more here

Høydepunkter
  • Explore stunning mountain landscapes with deep gorges, ancient forests and flowering meadows
  • See unique flora, including many orchids and endemic species
  • Look out for brown bears, wallcreepers and a variety of rare butterflies
  • Experience daily life in a traditional Bulgarian village
  • Enjoy delicious home-produced local cuisine
Viktig informasjon
  • Six nights in a traditional rural settlement in Yagodina village, one night in a comfortable hotel in Sofia
  • Six days of walking
  • Group normally 6 to 16 plus leader. Minimum age: 16
  • Altitude maximum: 7,180ft (2,188m); average: 4,430ft (1,350m)
  • Travel by minibus
  • Option to travel by train to your adventure
Inkludert
  • All breakfasts, six lunches and seven dinners included
  • All accommodation
  • Transfer for group flights
Ikke inkludert
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas and vaccinations
  • Single supplement

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Viktig Informasjon

The trip destination
  • Six nights in a traditional rural settlement in Yagodina village, one night in a comfortable hotel in Sofia
  • Six days of walking
  • Group normally 6 to 16 plus leader. Minimum age: 16
  • Altitude maximum: 7,180ft (2,188m); average: 4,430ft (1,350m)
  • Travel by minibus
  • Option to travel by train to your adventure
Food
Breakfast: Usually includes tea or coffee, bread, jam, honey and cheese, supplemented in Yagodina by fresh home-made yoghurt and traditional local specialities, such as katmi (thick pancakes) and rodopski klin (a rice-based dish). Lunch: Picnic lunches will be eaten in the mountains and typically comprise of bread, cheese, salami, salad, biscuits and fruit. Dinner: Will be taken in our hotel restaurant, and will normally include three courses comprising salad or vegetarian soup, followed by a main course, and a dessert of fruit, ice cream or cake/pudding. The cuisine reflects a mixture of Bulgarian, Greek, Turkish and Slavonic influences. We sample many traditional local specialities including smilyanski fasul (a delicious bean soup) and patatnik (grated potatoes, onions and cheese, seasoned with mint and other herbs). Jugs of tap water will be provided on the table with the evening meal. Bottled mineral water, soft drinks and alcohol are not included but can be purchased. There are also several local wines you may wish to try, including an excellent red Mavrud from vineyards on the northern slopes of the Rodopi. Vegetarians and Vegans: Bulgaria produces excellent fresh vegetables and fruit, so vegetarians are usually well catered for. However, it is extremely difficult for vegans, as dairy produce and eggs form the staple part of the diet in this region, and are central to the vast majority of meals. Please note, special gluten-free products are not available, so clients with a wheat/gluten intolerance should, if needed, bring with them something to replace the local bread and pastries that make up the breakfasts and picnic lunches.
Weather

Spring and summer days are usually warm and sunny, with a refreshing mountain breeze that moderates temperatures; please note, changeable weather and cold temperatures can be encountered at any time in the mountains. Occasionally during spring and summer, there are sudden short storms, which means suitable waterproof clothing should be carried on all walks, and which may force minor amendments to the itinerary; however, there is often a prolonged period of settled weather after such storms. Later in autumn, overnight frosts and misty dawns typically give way to beautiful sunny days, but it is always worth keeping a pair of gloves and a spare warm layer in the pack for shadier paths or when picnicking on breezy rock outcrops.

Seasonal wildlife

During late spring and early summer, wildflowers in the Rodopi Mountains reach their peak, the meadows a patchwork of colour, and the edges of forest paths often sprout a selection of rare and beautiful orchids. As summer advances, the variety of butterflies becomes particularly striking. Come autumn, the deciduous trees change colour and the mountain landscapes are at their most photogenic, especially after a frosty night and with the typically golden morning sun. The forests and scrubs are full of wild fruits and nuts at this time of year, with many of the forest birds becoming more conspicuous as they actively feed up before the winter. If you’re lucky, autumn is also the time to see an unusual raptor migrating south along one of the gorges.

Many attractive fungi also appear on the forest floor and are harvested, not just by the locals, but by roe deer, Balkan chamois, wild boars, red squirrels and many other smaller rodents.

Is this trip for you?

This trip has been rated Activity Level 3 (Moderate). There are walks between four and five hours, along traditional mountain trails, forest tracks and ancient Roman roads. Our varied programme of daily walks takes us through a mixture of silent forests and flower-filled meadows, and over some rocky karst terrain.

Although the pace is relatively leisurely, allowing time to enjoy the landscape and nature, take photographs and talk to the local people, the trip does involve moderately strenuous walking in mountainous terrain. Trails are rarely flat, and often rough and stony. To maximise your experience, come prepared for steep daily ascents as we climb over ridges; you should also be confident in descending steep paths over stones and tree roots as we drop into deep valleys and gorges.

NB: Exodus also offers an 8-day bear tracking holiday (Trip Code: WBB). On some dates it is possible to combine the two trips to make a fantastic 15-day wildlife adventure. Ask a member of our sales team for details.

Priser / Datoer

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TILGJENGELIGE DATOER PRIS (1 VOKSEN) PRIS (1 BARN) Enkeltromstillegg STATUS REISE
lør, 04 mai 2024 / lør, 11 mai 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 Tilgjengelige
lør, 25 mai 2024 / lør, 01 jun 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 Tilgjengelige
lør, 08 jun 2024 / lør, 15 jun 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 Tilgjengelige
lør, 13 jul 2024 / lør, 20 jul 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 Tilgjengelige
lør, 27 jul 2024 / lør, 03 aug 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 Tilgjengelige
lør, 31 aug 2024 / lør, 07 sep 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 Tilgjengelige
lør, 28 sep 2024 / lør, 05 okt 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 Tilgjengelige
lør, 03 mai 2025 / lør, 10 mai 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 Tilgjengelige
lør, 24 mai 2025 / lør, 31 mai 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 Tilgjengelige
lør, 07 jun 2025 / lør, 14 jun 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 Tilgjengelige
lør, 28 jun 2025 / lør, 05 jul 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 Tilgjengelige
lør, 12 jul 2025 / lør, 19 jul 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 Tilgjengelige
lør, 06 sep 2025 / lør, 13 sep 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 Tilgjengelige
lør, 27 sep 2025 / lør, 04 okt 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 Tilgjengelige
TILGJENGELIGE DATOER PRIS (1 VOKSEN) PRIS (1 BARN) ENKELTROMSTILLEGG STATUS REISE
lør, 04 mai 2024 / lør, 11 mai 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 På forespørsel
lør, 25 mai 2024 / lør, 01 jun 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 På forespørsel
lør, 08 jun 2024 / lør, 15 jun 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 På forespørsel
lør, 13 jul 2024 / lør, 20 jul 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 På forespørsel
lør, 27 jul 2024 / lør, 03 aug 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 På forespørsel
lør, 31 aug 2024 / lør, 07 sep 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 På forespørsel
lør, 28 sep 2024 / lør, 05 okt 2024 NOK 20 470 På forespørsel NOK 3 210 På forespørsel
lør, 03 mai 2025 / lør, 10 mai 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 På forespørsel
lør, 24 mai 2025 / lør, 31 mai 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 På forespørsel
lør, 07 jun 2025 / lør, 14 jun 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 På forespørsel
lør, 28 jun 2025 / lør, 05 jul 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 På forespørsel
lør, 12 jul 2025 / lør, 19 jul 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 På forespørsel
lør, 06 sep 2025 / lør, 13 sep 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 På forespørsel
lør, 27 sep 2025 / lør, 04 okt 2025 NOK 22 520 På forespørsel NOK 3 550 På forespørsel

Vi vil komme tilbake til deg med et tilbud på den forespurte reisen/pakken I løpet av 48 timer. Alle tilbud er uforpliktende og er vanligvis gyldige i 7 dager. Vi gjør oppmerksom på at reserverte tjenester kan bli kansellert innenfor disse 7 dagene og at pris kan endres inntil en endelig bestilling er mottatt.

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