Highlights
Experiencing the untouched Rila Mountains, the highest in Bulgaria and the Balkan Peninsula, including the highest peak Mt Musala (2925m)
Trekking in the Pirin Mountains, the second highest in Bulgaria and third on the Balkan Peninsula, including the highest peak Mt Vihren (2914m)
Visiting Rila Monastery (1147m), Bulgaria's most impressive monastery due to its size, natural surroundings, architecture, wall paintings and ancient history
Bansko (925m), a thermal spa resort town at the foot of the Pirin Mountains beneath the highest and most beautiful Karst part of the mountains
Itinerary
Explore the highest mountain ranges of the Balkan Peninsula on foot. The Rila and Pirin mountain ranges of Bulgaria are home to vast alpine meadows, glacial lakes, rare vegetation and a rich variety of fauna. In the Rila Mountains, the highest peak, Musala (2925m) is a focal point of this engaging walk. Superb mountain vistas, hidden villages brimming with traditional culture and a visit to Rila Monastery, Bulgaria's most famous monastery, are some of the many highlights of the program. Based in 3 star hotels in Govedartsi and Bansko and a mountain hut in the Pirin Range, this trip will appeal to keen walkers seeking an alternative mountain experience in a country that teems with history and beautiful natural landscapes.
day 1Arrive Sofia
Make your way to your hotel in Sofia. The remainder of the day is free to explore the city.
We can assist with a private transfer from the airport to the hotel on request - please ask for our rates.
day 2Transfer to Borovets and ascend Musala Peak (2925m/6hrs), transfer to Govedartsi
day 3Walk to Prekorechki Lakes and return to hotel (6.5hrs)
day 4Seven Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery (5hrs)
day 5Hut to hut trek across the Central Pirin mountains (6hrs)
day 6Continue to Demyanitsa Hut, transfer to Bansko (6hrs)
day 7Ascend Mt Vihren (2914m)(6-7hrs), transfer to Sofia (2.5hrs) where the trip concludes
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