Rhodope Mountains Tours & Trips
Imagine walking through Sofia’s centre near St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral before heading into the hills. Rila Monastery sits among forested slopes, and in Plovdiv you can climb the Roman theatre above the old town. The road into the Rhodope Mountains leads to quiet villages and hiking trails. It’s a gentle mix of city culture and mountain air.
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Vincent • traveled in June, 2025
Great tour for a quick introduction to the country.
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Will • traveled in September
Fantastic week of peaks with knowledgeable guides. The scenery is immaculate. And best of all - it’s not crowded.
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Elena • traveled in July, 2025
The tour was mostly good, although not everything was to my liking. 1. At least one hotel was so sub-standard (Alexandra in Dobrinishte) that I have to move out an pay out of pocket for a different hotel. My assigned room at Alexandra had an awful quality bed mattress, but more to the point, NO AIR CONDITIONER. It was intolerable in the heat of over 93 degrees F. 2. I wish the itinerary was slightly different. a) The specific Thracian tomb we visited was not very interesting, while 20 miles away in Kazanlak was one with frescoes (or at least there was a fresco in the museum). If Kazanlak were on our itinerary, we could have also seen the roses. b) For some mysterious reason Arbanasi was missing from our guide's itinerary even though it was mentioned in the original brochure synopsis we received from Tourradar. c) It's not clear to me what the purpose was to include the Buzludzha Monument in the tour, or Vanga's place
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Rodopi Road Cycling (Bulgaria)
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tour covered very impressive country side and most of the roads were great for cycling.”
Johnston, traveled in July
The challenging route through Rhodope's reaches 2,000m elevation at Belmeken dam. Yagodina Cave's 10,000m system beckons adventurers, while Bachkovo Monastery and the 40-meter Wonderful Bridges formation showcase natural wonders.
Duration 6 days Destinations Sofia, Velingrad, Dospat, Borino, Yagodina, Trigrad, Shiroka Laka, Smolyan Lakes, Smolyan, Bachkovo Age Range Operator Penguin Travel From
- US$812+$118 local payments
Bulgaria at a glance: Sofia City Break
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Great tour for a quick introduction to the country.”
Vincent, traveled in May
The Rhodope Mountains region unfolds with visits to UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery nestled in Bulgaria's mountains. Magnificent mountain vistas and traditional architecture await, along with local specialties like mekitsi with buffalo yogurt. Additional excursions reveal more mountain landscapes.
Duration 4 days Destinations Sofia, Rila, Plovdiv Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Destination Services Bulgaria From $412
15% Off- US$350You save $62
Four nights at the 5-star Park Hotel Pirin in Sandanski, set in the Rhodope Mountains foothills, include mineral water therapies, a 20-minute aroma massage, and access to Finnish sauna, bio sauna, steam baths, plus an outdoor pool in park gardens. You'll also visit UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery at 1,100 meters.
Duration 7 days Destinations Sofia, Sandanski, Rila Age Range Ages 6+ Operator Across Europe Ltd. From
15% Off- US$894+$59 local payments
This 8-day self-drive trip takes you off-road through Bulgaria's Rila, Pirin, and Rhodope ranges, with rafting on the Struma River and an alpine coaster ride. You'll stay in 4-star hotels including a spa in Devin, have lunch at a local home, and dine at Machnaya with live gypsy music.
Duration 8 days Destinations Sofia, Rila, Seven Lakes National Reserve, Bansko, Pirin, Kovachevitsa, Dospat, Devin Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Indie From
15% Off- US$1,466
Duration 8 days Destinations Sofia, Rila, Bansko, Melnik, Plovdiv Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Across Europe Ltd. From $1,154
5% Off- US$1,096+$71 local paymentsYou save $58
Duration 3 days Destinations Sofia, Rila, Plovdiv Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Destination Services Bulgaria From $265
15% Off- US$225You save $40
Gela village, legendary birthplace of Orpheus, showcases the Rhodope Mountains' beauty. Hotel Gela and Spa provides comfort while guests enjoy mushroom foraging and village walks. Visits to mountain communities like Kovachevitsa include meeting Masterchef Bulgaria winner Maria Jekova.
Duration 10 days Destinations Sofia, Plovdiv, Gela, Kovachevitsa, Melnik Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Crooked Compass From
15% Off- US$8,632
