What to do and see in Smolyan Province, Bulgaria: The Best Walking Tours

May 22, 2022 Terina Blouin

Coordinates: 41°40′N 24°35′E / 41.667°N 24.583°E / 41.667; 24.583
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1. Private 1-day Trip To Wonderful Bridges-Bachkovo-Asen's Fortress from Plovdiv

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Our private tour brings you to the top spots around Plovdiv at your own pace and starting time from Plovdiv. Your private local guide is also your driver with the comfortable vehicle. All entrance fees are included in the privately-guided option. Wonderful Bridges are a natural phenomenon, which is believed to had formed during the collapse of former cave formed in Proterozoic marbles from the waters of a small river deep gully probably an earthquake. Bachkovo monastery "Uspenie Bogorodichno" was founded in 1083 by the Georgian Gregory Bakuriani, who made a donation to the building. Asen's Fortress - one of the most preserved fortresses in Bulgaria. Truly breathtaking scenery, views and history behind it!

Inclusions: Full private transportation with pick up & drop off (if the privately-guided option is chosen), Professional local guide (if the privately-guided option is chosen), All entrance fees (if the privately-guided option is chosen), Personalized e-guide with all sights info for your convenience (if the self-guided option is chosen)

Exclusions: Private expenses & insurance

Reviewed By atharyn7

All local our guides were very friendly and very kind. The manager Hristo made everything easy for us. Definitely recommend booking with them.

2. Local Adventures in the Rhodope Mountains

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Choose among an extensive amount of activities you want to try while in the Rhodope mountains provided by a professional local guide: herbs collecting, truffles hunting, kayaking, buggy or quad bike riding, local food and drinks tasting, hiking and trekking, meeting with local people, mountain biking, road cycling or just merging with the local culture. Just choose one or some, pay the deposit amount and we shall organize it for you with the flexibility to pay any outstanding amount on spot upon arrival. Great flexibility and the best choice of local activities guided by our professional local guides in the Rhodope mountains.

Inclusions: Professional Local guide, Superb array of activities to choose from, Transportation, Deposit amount to be used for the chosen activity

Exclusions: Ouststanding payment if any for the chosen activity, Personal expenses

3. Momchilova Fortress Self-Guided

Момчилова Крепост, Unnamed Road,, 4749 Градът, Bulgaria VisitBulgariaOn Bespoke Experiences

Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow. An unique product which brings you stress-free travel at your own pace in Momchilova Fortress near Smolyan. Very flexible and easy for the customer.

Inclusions: 1 person from our support staff especially for you, Audio guide for the sights in English, Russian or Bulgarian, Electronic personalized guide with all info and logistics for you. Loadable on every device.

Exclusions: Personal expenses & entrance fees for the sight

4. The Wonderful Bridges Self-Guided

Хижа "Чудните мостове", 4877 Chepelare, Bulgaria VisitBulgariaOn Bespoke Experiences

Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow. An unique product which brings you stress-free travel at your own pace in the The Wonderful Bridges near Chepelare. Very flexible and easy for the customer.

Inclusions: 1 person from our support staff especially for you, Audio guide for the sights in English, Russian or Bulgarian, Electronic personalized guide with all info and logistics for you. Loadable on every device.

Exclusions: Personal expenses & entrance fees for the sight

5. Rozhen Monastery Self-Guided

Rozhen Monastery, 2820, Bulgaria VisitBulgariaOn Bespoke Experiences

Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow. An unique product which brings you stress-free travel at your own pace in the Rozhen Monastery. Very flexible and easy for the customer.

Inclusions: 1 person from our support staff especially for you, Audio guide for the sights in English, Russian or Bulgarian, Electronic personalized guide with all info and logistics for you. Loadable on every device.

Exclusions: Personal expenses & entrance fees for the sight

6. Gela Tours & Activities

Hotel Gela & Spa, село Гела, хотел Гела, п.к. 4710, община Смолян, България, 4710 село Гела, Bulgaria VisitBulgariaOn Bespoke Experiences

Choose from a range of activities in Gela - hiking and trekking routes, caves, jeep, Russian bath, mountain biking, tasting of local products, horse-riding, alpine climbing, paintball, shooting, archery, BBQ and yoga. Pay a small deposit upfront to secure your place and activity and the outstanding amount on spot. Secure your truly incredible activities in Gela.

Inclusions: Electronic personalized guide with all info and logistics for you. Loadable on every device., Guide with a wide choice of activities, The most beauiful nature in Bulgaria

Exclusions: Personal expenses

7. Help the hosts: Breadmaking, Yoghurt making and Cattle Keeping

Eko Hotel Zdravets, Парк Родопи местност, 4126 Здравец, Bulgaria VisitBulgariaOn Bespoke Experiences

Wonderful experience with local hosts. Learn how to make traditional Bulgarian bread and yoghurt. Help the locals with the cattle. Merge yourself with the locals for an unforgettable experience.

Inclusions: 1 person from our support staff especially for you, Electronic personalized guide with all info and logistics for you. Loadable on every device., Helping the hosts with their daily activities

Exclusions: Personal expenses

8. The Ultimate Virtual Private Tour of Bulgaria

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Worth experiencing virtually from the comfort of your sofa We give you the complete live experience starting from the Bulgarian capital Sofia. We have included 6 destinations in the first part which are Sofia, Rila Monastery, Melnik, Plovdiv, Pamporovo and Kazanlak. Special selection of the 6 destinations and sights provides the best flavor of destination Bulgaria. You will be thrilled & excited and you will want more and more! Our immersive experience in part 2 shows you Sliven, Veliko Tarnovo, Ruse, Varna, Bourgas and Nessebar. Incredible experience with another 6 destinations and sights for you to enjoy virtually but professionally prepared for you.  Truly the best of all is that you do not pay per person but it's for the whole group of people, for your family and kids. It's a private experience only for you or your company of people for up to 10.

Inclusions: Live local guide, Full immersive experience priced for a group of people, 1 single price, Safety & Security from your home comfort, Live communication with the guide in real time, A complete e-guide with all the info you experience

Exclusions: Going to military, underground or 18+ places and doing forbidden things

Reviewed By EKaterina1710

I love self-guided tours! That one for Sofia was great! Full info, full gps itinerary, easy and handy electronic guide in the language requested! Super nice and affordable way to explore Sofia's secrets!

9. 8-Day Private Tour Highlights of Bulgaria

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Truly the best off-the-beaten path tour in Bulgaria tailored to your needs & wants. Presenting you Bulgaria like no other with the best of the best attractions and destinations. Full flexibility as you can choose between a self-guided and privately-guided tour option. Your 8-day true immersive experience in Bulgaria awaits you. We can tailor-made this tour, shorten or extend it as per your wishes. Just ask us.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Accommodation at family hotels and bio hotels on half board, All mentioned activities , Transfers and transportation as per itinerary, English speaking guided assistance throughout (if the privately guided options is selected), E-guide with all info for your convenience

Exclusions: Personal expenses & insurance

Reviewed By EKaterina1710

I love self-guided tours! That one for Sofia was great! Full info, full gps itinerary, easy and handy electronic guide in the language requested! Super nice and affordable way to explore Sofia's secrets!

10. 3-Day Rhodope Mountains Private Hiking Tour

Unnamed Road, 4703, Bulgaria MeOnTour - from locals to glocals

Rhodope mountains provide the most unique experience for nature lovers in Bulgaria. You will be accommodated in the best apartment called Fairytale place in the Mountain Lake complex which is set in the truly unique area of the 7 Smolyan lakes. Ideal for nature activities, relaxation and peacefulness. This 2 night, 3 day-tour would make you want to come back for more. Great experiences included with a local guide as per the itinerary. What are you waiting for? Book it now!

Inclusions: 2 nights accommodation in the Fairytale place for 2 people, 1 hiking day with a local guide, Half-day spa experience, 1 set of wood for the fireplace, Fully equipped kitchen, 1 self-guided hiking with a special app

Exclusions: Personal expenses & insurance, Meals

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