8 days tour

Rila-Pirin Mountain Trek (Bulgaria), Guaranteed Departures

Rila-Pirin Mountain Trek (Bulgaria), Guaranteed Departures

This tour includes:

Accommodation

6 nights in Standart hotels, 1 night in a hut (shared facilities);

Guide

English-speaking guide

Meals

ะœeals as per program

Transport

All ground transfers; Private airport transfer on day 1 and day 8 Luggage is transferred from point to point except on days 5-6;

Others

VAT and all local taxes; Lift tickets;

Not included:

Insurance

Insurance is not included.

Flights

Flights are not included.

Optional

maps : 5 BGN/ per map (could be requested in advance when booking the tour) transfer Sofia airport - hotel on other days: 15 EUR/one way (1-3 persons)

Others

Flight tickets entrance fees additional transfers tips drinks and meals not mentioned insurance personal expense supplement for a small group (2-3 people): 90 EUR p.p

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Itinerary of your trip Rila-Pirin Mountain Trek (Bulgaria), Guaranteed Departures

  • Day 1 Sofia (Bulgaria)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Sofia (Bulgaria)

      Arrival at Sofia airport and transfer to our hotel for overnight. -/-/-

  • Day 2 Musala Climb - Govedartsi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Musala Climb - Govedartsi

      We start the day with a transfer to Borovets (70 km). From here we will take the cable car to Yastrebetz (2300 m) and then start our climb to the highest peak on the Balkan Peninsula โ€“ Musala (2925 m a.s.l.). The view from the top is truly breathtaking โ€“ you can see the other peaks of Rila Mountains, the marble edges of the Pirin Mountains, Mount Vitosha and the Sredna Gora Mountains, the green summits of the Rodopi Mountains, and last, but not least, the long body of the Balkan range. Transfer to Govedartsi (1150 m a.s.l.), where we stay overnight (40 min. drive from Borovets). B/-/D

      Walking: 6 hrs; Uphill walk: 650 m (2,132 ft); downhill walk: 650 m (2,132 ft)

  • Day 3 Govedartsi - Maliovitsa Resort - Prekorechki Lakes - Govedartsi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Govedartsi - Maliovitsa Resort - Prekorechki Lakes - Govedartsi

      After breakfast, we embark on another stunning trek. We will start from Maliovitsa resort, going up along the valley to the wide circus of Prekorechki Lakes. The lakes are enclosed by the steep slopes and rocky walls of several peaks exceeding 2700m. B/-/D

      Walking: 6,5 hrs; Uphill walk: 850m (2,788 ft); downhill walk: 850m (2,788 ft)

      Optional hike: an optional hike for a good day is the climb of the Maliovitsa peak, where we will experience a 360-degree open scenery of the most Alpine part of the Rila Mountains. Walking: 6 hrs; Uphill walk: 1016m (3,332 ft); downhill walk: 1016m (3,332 ft)

  • Day 4 The Seven Rila Lakes - Rila Monastery - Bansko
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      The Seven Rila Lakes - Rila Monastery - Bansko

      We start the day with an early transfer to Pionerska hut. From here we take the chairlift to the Seven Rila Lakes (above 2200m a.s.l.). We will then start our loop hike to the Razdela saddle and the stunning "Zeleni Rid" ridge. From here we start descending back to the chair lift. We continue with an hour-long transfer to Rila Monastery - the biggest monastery in Bulgaria, listed as a UNESCO Heritage site. Afterwards, we continue with a drive to Bansko where we will spend the night. B/-/D

      Walking: 5 hrs; Uphill walk: 400 m (1320 ft); downhill walk: 400 m (1320 ft)

  • Day 5 Pirin Trek, Bezbog - Tevno Ezero
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Pirin Trek, Bezbog - Tevno Ezero

      The next two days we are embarking on a trek that will take us to the most beautiful part of Central Pirin Mountains. We will start from Bezbog hut (2240m a.s.l.)and after 4-5 hours of walking we will reach Tevno Ezero hut (2512m a.s.l), where we will spend the night. B/-/D

      Walking: 6 hrs; Uphill walk: 450 m (1470 ft); downhill walk: 150 m (492 ft)

  • Day 6 Tevno Ezero - Demyanitsa Hut - Bansko
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Tevno Ezero - Demyanitsa Hut - Bansko

      Todayโ€™s walk offers stunning views over two of the most beautiful glacier lakes of Pirin - Prevalski (2664m a.s.l.) and Valiavishki (2300m-2475m a.s.l.) lakes. It will take us about 5-6 hours to reach the road under Demyanitsa Hut, where we will meet our driver who will take us back to Bansko. B/-/D

      Walking: 6 hrs; Uphill walk: 150 m (492 ft); downhill walk: 650 m (2,132 ft)

  • Day 7 Bansko - Mount Vihren - Bansko - Sofia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Bansko - Mount Vihren - Bansko - Sofia

      A fairly difficult ascent awaits us today - to the highest peak in Pirin Mountains - Mount Vihren (2914m a.s.l.). On our way to the peak, we will have a chance to enjoy scenic views of many of Pirinโ€™s high peaks, as well as the Vlahini and Bunderishki glacial lakes. We will also get to see the endangered Edelweiss flower and many other rare plants native to the karst parts of the mountain. Transfer back to Sofia for overnight. B/-/-

      Walking: 6-7 hrs; Uphill walk: 1,000 m (3,280 ft); downhill walk: 1,000 m (3,280 ft)

  • Day 8 Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Departure

      Transfer to airport for departure. B/-/-

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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