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Horse Carriage Ride Sofia: Vitosha Forest and Dragalevtsi Monastery

Black horse harnessed to the carriage, ready for a ride in Dragalevtsi
Traditional wooden horse carriage in the Vitosha forest
Front of the carriage on a forest path below Vitosha
Horse carriage among the trees in Dragalevtsi
Tufted passenger seat of the horse carriage
Rear view of the wooden carriage in the forest
Brass lantern on the horse carriage
Carriage wheels and polished wooden panel
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A horse carriage ride in Sofia is the slow, easy way to see Vitosha. The carriage sets off from Dragalevtsi, at the foot of the mountain and about 20 minutes from the centre, and for two hours the coachman drives you through the forest to Dragalevtsi Monastery or towards the Aleko rock and waterfall. Real people on WhatsApp plan the rest with you.

🐴CarriagePrivate, 2 hours
👤WhoTwo, or with children
🗺RoutesMonastery or waterfall
📍Location≈20 min from the centre

Choose your route

Price for the whole carriage · same every day
MONASTERY
€200-
Dragalevtsi
Monastery
WATERFALL
€200-
Aleko rock
and waterfall
✓ Carriage, horse and coachman for 2 hours
Passengers
for two, or with children
2
Pick a date
-
Total
1 carriage €200
€200
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💳20% deposit, rest on site
↩Deposit back up to 48 h before
🌧Bad weather: new date or refund

What guests say about booking with us

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★★★★★

"It went super easily and everyone was very nice. They were really able to help us out well!"

Fabian F.August 2026
★★★★★

"It was perfect from the advisor to the driver who picked me up… Also their professionalism is the best."

Keshauj K.August 2026
★★★★★

"Contacted them directly on WhatsApp and they arranged all of the booking with care and answered frequently to questions…"

Aaron H.July 2026
★★★★★

"Great experience. I recommended 100% and really want to do it again"

Naren C.September 2026
★★★★★

"It was very pleasant communication and very easy to book. The planning for our trip was carried out excellently. Overall super satisfied! I can only recommend it to everyone."

Michael W.September 2026

Two routes, both two hours

Monastery route
120 min · Dragalevtsi Monastery
€200
per carriage
Through the forest to Dragalevtsi Monastery, one of the oldest on Vitosha, and back to the start.
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Waterfall route
120 min · Aleko rock and waterfall
€200
per carriage
Deeper into the forest, towards the Aleko viewpoint rock and the lower Aleko waterfall.
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Both start in Dragalevtsi and cost the same, so pick the one you like the sound of, or ask us and we help you choose. 🐎 Prefer to ride yourself? Guided horseback rides on Vitosha start from €50.

Who the carriage ride is for

Traditional wooden horse carriage in the Vitosha forest

A carriage ride on Vitosha suits people who want the mountain air without getting on a horse: couples on an anniversary or a quiet date, a proposal with nobody else around, families with young children, grandparents, and anyone who wants good photos of a horse-drawn carriage in the forest above Sofia. The carriage takes one booking at a time, so it is just your group and the coachman.

Getting to Dragalevtsi

€60
up to 3
€120
up to 6
€200
up to 10
€300
up to 19

We can pick you up from your hotel in Sofia and bring you back, for an extra charge per car, round trip, paid in cash to the driver. You can also come by car, as parking is free, or by public transport to Dragalevtsi. We send the exact meeting point when we confirm.

How the horse carriage ride works

1
Message us
Tell us the route, the date and how many of you are coming. The calculator above writes the message for you. Last-minute requests are fine when the carriage is free.
2
We confirm, you pay the deposit
We send a secure card link for a 20% deposit, which holds your time. The rest is paid on the day.
3
Meet the carriage in Dragalevtsi
Come to the meeting point we send you, or we pick you up from your hotel for an extra charge, from €60 per car.
4
Two hours on Vitosha
Sit back while the coachman drives. The rest of the price is paid on site, in cash or by card.

Horse carriage ride FAQ

Is a romantic carriage ride in Sofia good for a proposal?+

Yes. The carriage takes one booking at a time, so it is only the two of you and the coachman. Tell us your plan when you book and we help with the timing.

Can we bring children?+

Yes, the carriage suits a couple with children. Tell us how many of you there are and the ages when you book. For a bigger group, ask us first.

How long does the horse carriage ride last?+

At least 120 minutes on both routes, and the price covers two hours. If you would like longer, ask us and we check with the base.

How many people fit in the carriage?+

It is for two, or a couple with children. If you are more, message us before you book.

What should I wear?+

Comfortable clothes for the weather and an extra layer, as it is cooler on Vitosha than in the city.

What if it rains?+

If the weather is bad, we move your ride to a new date or refund your deposit. We let you know as soon as we can.

How much does a horse carriage ride in Sofia cost and how do I pay?+

€200 for the whole carriage, not per person, the same price every day. Checking a date is free. Once we confirm, a 20% deposit by card secures your time and the rest is paid on site, in cash or by card. Hotel pick-up is paid in cash to the driver.

Can I cancel?+

Yes. Cancel at least 48 hours before your ride and we refund the deposit. Later cancellations and no-shows are not refunded.

How far in advance should I book?+

There is no minimum, you can book the same day if the carriage is free. It takes one booking at a time, so booking early gives you the widest choice of times.

How do I get to Dragalevtsi?+

By car (parking is free), by public transport to Dragalevtsi, or with our hotel pick-up: €60 for up to 3 people, €120 up to 6, €200 up to 10 or €300 up to 19, per car, round trip.

Can I give a carriage ride as a gift?+

Yes. Message us and we arrange the date directly with the people you are treating. Our gifts have no expiry date.

Do SoFun Card holders get a discount?+

Yes, 10%: the carriage is €180 instead of €200. The discount does not apply to hotel pick-up. Get your card

Ready for the carriage?

Book a private horse carriage ride in Sofia: two hours on Vitosha for €200 per carriage. Send us a date and a route, and pay only a 20% deposit to hold your time.

or message us on Viber
call +359 88 663 1723 · email info@sofun.bg
🎁 Giving a carriage ride as a gift? Tell us and we arrange the date with the people you are treating.
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