Historical Jeep Safari from Velingrad — Following the Thracians

Set out on a historical jeep safari from Velingrad and discover the Rhodope Mountains through their wild landscapes and traces of the ancient Thracians. The “Following the Thracians” adventure combines an off-road journey in a Russian jeep with stories of the people who lived in these lands around 4,500 years ago and a visit to a rock sanctuary high in the mountains.

Off-road through the wild Rhodopes

The route leads into the Rhodope countryside, making the journey both an encounter with the mountains and a window into the distant past. You climb to 1,600 metres above sea level to reach the Thracian rock complex known as the “Sanctuary of Love”.

You do not need to drive the jeep yourself. A professional driver takes the wheel, leaving you and your fellow passengers free to enjoy the off-road journey, the scenery and this journey back through time.

The Sanctuary of Love and ancient beliefs

The complex preserves ritual pits, rock-cut basins known as sharapani, and a womb-shaped cave. The visit offers an introduction to Thracian daily life and beliefs, including places associated with sacrifices to their gods.

You can capture the sweeping views from the site where Dionysus was worshipped. A professional guide accompanies your group throughout the experience, sharing the ancient history of the Thracians and giving context to the places you see.

What the safari includes

• An off-road journey in a Russian jeep, serviced beforehand and supplied with the necessary fuel.
• A professional driver to operate the vehicle.
• A professional guide sharing the ancient history of the Thracians.
• A visit to the Thracian rock sanctuary complex.
• Coffee, water and forest herbal tea.

Duration and group size

The experience lasts approximately 4 hours and is arranged privately for your chosen number of participants, rather than as a shared outing with strangers. It can be organised for two, three, four, five or six people.

The organiser allows additional passengers to be added, subject to a maximum of 6 passengers in one jeep. Your party size must stay within that capacity and be agreed when making the arrangements.

Preparation and accommodation pick-up

Wear suitable sports clothing and comfortable shoes for the journey and the visit to the sanctuary.

Contact the team using the provided phone number one or two days before the agreed date. You will confirm your preferred route and the pick-up point at the place where you are staying. The service location is listed as Velingrad.

The source information specifies at least 48 hours' advance notice. Confirming the route and pick-up one or two days before departure is part of the preparation, not a replacement for arranging the experience in advance.

Children taking part

The safari is listed as suitable for children. Participants under 18 require parental consent.

Your voucher and the organiser's terms

The source offer states free cancellation up to 72 hours before the scheduled start and voucher validity until 14 October 2027. These are the source provider's terms and do not automatically become the terms of an Adventico voucher.

Choose an Adventico voucher for a shared journey through the Rhodopes where off-road adventure meets ancient history. The voucher is not an immediately confirmed booking; the date, route, pick-up point and applicable terms are arranged separately.