High Peaks of Bulgaria

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duration 8 days
tour type Group
age requirement 18+ yrs
max group size 16
guiding method Live Guide/Instructor

Starts Sofia, Bulgaria
Ends Sofia, Bulgaria

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Ascend Bulgaria's two highest peaksEnjoy the wellpreserved flora and fauna of the 'Pirin' and 'Rila' National Parks, with varied birdlife, brown bear, wolves and a wealth of alpine flowers.Visit the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Sample Bulgaria's tasty national cuisine and outstanding regional wines

Starting and ending in Sofia, the High Peaks Of Bulgaria trip is a guided climbing tour that takes 8 days. You will travel through Sofia, Rilska Reka and Govedartsi in Bulgaria. High Peaks Of Bulgaria is a small group trip which includes accommodation, transport and others.

South-western Bulgaria is dominated by two dramatic mountain ranges, the Pirin and the equally imposing Rila. We begin in the Pirin Mountains, trekking across glacial moraines and high passes and attempting an ascent of Mt Vihren (2914m). Moving on to the Rila Mountains, we visit the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Then cross the mountain range, through ancient forests to the glacial lakes for which these mountains are famed. We conclude by summiting Musala (2925m), the highest peak in south-eastern Europe, before returning to Sofia.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

4.5 - Excellent

Based on 27 reviews

Anonymous
On Sep 22 2018

5 - Excellent

'High Peaks' is rated highly by me.

“Pretty much a faultless trip.”

Anonymous
On Aug 06 2018

5 - Excellent

Discover these trails before the secret gets out

“This was a great opportunity for some proper hiking along pristine trails in the Balkan high country. Routes almost to ourselves, with a mix of terrains and environments from deep forest and river valley, to high meadows, glacial moraines and narrow ridges. Plenty of flora and fauna to discover along the way, against a backdrop of incredible scenery.”

Anonymous
On Jul 29 2018

5 - Excellent

A Challenging yet Rewarding Trek

“A great weeks trekking in Bulgaria's Pirin and Rila mountains reaching high passes, through ancient coniferous forests, walking through spectacular meadows hosting many wild plants and butterflies, passing glacial lakes and some good ridge walking and the ultimate challenge - ascending Bulgaria's highest, Musala (2925m)”

Anonymous
On Jul 28 2018

4 - Very Good

Hard but Worthwhile

“The trip is very much a level 5 treking trip rather than a walking trip. Be aware some of the climbs are very physically hard.”

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ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Start Bansko
Day 2: Hike across the Todrina Porta pass (2500m) via Vasilashki and Bandersihki lakes.
Day 3: Ascent of Mt. Vihren (2914m), the highest peak in the Pirin Mountains.
Day 4: Visit the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and walk in the surrounding nature reserve.
Day 5: Panoramic hike through the heart of the Rila Mountains.
Day 6: Ascent of Mt Malyovitsa (2729m).
Day 7: Ascent of Mt Musala (2925m); transfer to Sofia.
Day 8: End Sofia.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

7 nights in comfortable tourist-class hotels offering twin rooms with private facilities 6 days walking Group normally 6 to 16, plus leader. Min age 18 yrsAltitude maximum 2925m, average 2000mTravel by private minibusTrip can be combined with Bulgaria: Rodopi Mountains (TDB) ,All breakfasts, 6 lunches and 5 dinners includedAll accommodationTransfers for group flights

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Any international flights to/from Sofia are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
Travel insurance is not included in this High Peaks of Bulgaria tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. We recommend purchasing it from World Nomads.

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