Itinerary

1. First day of Ribnovo

   • On the first day, you drive from Sofia through the picturesque Pirin and Rhodopi Mountains, believed to be the birthplace of legendary heroes. The highlight of the day is your visit to Ribnovo village - a large, lively Muslim village perched on the edge of the Rhodopes which maintains centuries-old traditions. In Ribnovo, a small, closed society lives by its own rules. Women and girls wear dazzling outfits in all the colours of the rainbow.

   Overnight in Ribnovo with a traditional dinner and company of the local people.

   • You are invited on an extraordinary journey into the unknown Bulgarian culture, way of life and customs, which will provoke your consciousness and senses. In recent years, Ribnovo has gained some notoriety through its spectacular traditional weddings, which feature an antiquated form of face decoration and ritual bride dressing. Immerse yourself in the magic of the wedding customs in Ribnovo.

2. Second day of Ribnovo

   • You will visit the local mosques and have a sweet coffee with the hosts.
   • In the small village community, you will try their food, witness the dress ceremony of the bride, "Gelina," as the locals do, walk past their homes, sit next to them, and try the authentic traditions preserved for centuries.