A typical day starts with a sports breakfast, then a route briefing before the group heads out. The rides run through the middle of the day: long climbs, forest sections, fast descents and quiet passes. Back at the house, the chef has food ready, the sauna is on and the outdoor jacuzzi is warm. Massage slots follow, and dinner is served around a shared table, with conversation that often runs late.

The nine camps are not identical. The Performance weeks (9–16 May and 18–25 July in Sandanski and Banya, 1–8 August in Progled) are built for experienced, well-prepared riders who want distance and elevation at a strong group rhythm. The Dolce Vita weeks (11–18 April in Sandanski, 4–11 July in Banya, 29 August–5 September in Progled) keep the same six riding days but at a more relaxed pace, with time for coffee stops, local food and seeing the region off the bike. The Ladies Ride weeks (6–13 June in Sandanski, 15–22 August in Progled) are women-only camps with scenic routes and a comfortable group pace.

The three regions ride very differently. Sandanski in southwest Bulgaria is the sunniest of the three, with quiet roads around the Melnik region. Banya sits near Bansko at the foot of the Pirin Mountains, where the climbing gets serious. Progled in the Rhodope Mountains offers long climbs and flowing descents on remarkably empty roads.

Evgeni founded VELOVIA and leads the operation; Petya is the host looking after guests through the week. A professional cycling guide, support van and mechanic accompany every ride, so mechanicals and logistics are handled while you ride.

What separates this from a standard cycling camp is the recovery side. Most camps stop at the ride. Here, every rider gets a massage every day, plus sauna and jacuzzi access, and the food is cooked by a private chef rather than eaten in a hotel buffet. The twelve-rider cap means the guide actually knows your name and your riding level by day two.

What's included

- 7 nights premium accommodation - 6 guided riding days - Three meals a day prepared by a private chef - Sports breakfast before each ride and recovery nutrition after - Professional cycling guide - Support van - Professional bike mechanic - Daily recovery massage - Sauna and outdoor jacuzzi access - VELOVIA kit - Professional photos and video (4K and drone) - Insurance

What's not included

- Travel to and from Bulgaria - Transport to the camp location - Bike hire (arrangements not stated) - Drinks and personal expenses - Anything not listed as included