Sofia

We enjoyed our week with Julian down in the Rodolpi Mountains, trekking the hills and meadows, on the lookout for the wildlife of the region. We loved it all. The landscape (sort of alpine-esque) is gentle in places and vigorous in others. Every day the walks took us to new areas and vistas. People have impressions of what Bulgaria is going to look and feel like and this week resets those expectations completely. We summoned up the energy to head to the hide a couple of times and loved it there – a real “in the moment” way to spend three hours. The hotel was welcoming and comfortable with ample delicious local specialties to fuel our efforts. Travelling in September we were surprised by how many flowers were still out, the butterflies and insects, the huge range of funghi, not to mention the very varied bird and mammal life of all sizes. There was the familiar, and the new, at every corner.

Nicholas Nelson Bulgaria: Rodopi Mountains

A whistle-stop tour of stupendous scenery and fascinating history. Each day brought something new to wonder at.

MAggie Dawson Balkan Explorer

New to Bulgaria, great week discovering the landscape, flora & fauna and culture of this unique region.

Karl Smith Bulgaria: Rodopi Mountains