Rila-Pirin Mountain Trek (Bulgaria), guaranteed departures

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Summary

Starts
Sofia
Duration
8 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Medium

Description

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Bulgaria. This multi-day tour will take you from the bustling city of Sofia to the highest peaks of the Balkan Peninsula, through the stunning Rila and Pirin Mountains, and to the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery. Experience the thrill of climbing the highest peaks, enjoy the serene beauty of glacial lakes, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Bulgaria. This tour is perfect for adventure seekers, nature lovers, and history buffs. Accommodation, meals, and transfers are all taken care of, so all you need to do is enjoy the journey.

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Included

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

hotel: 6 night(s), hut: 1 night(s);

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All ground transfers;

Private airport transfer on day 1 and day 8

Luggage is transferred from point to point except on days 5-6;

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English-speaking guide

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VAT and all local taxes;

Lift tickets;

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Мeals as per program

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Destinations

Sofia - city in BulgariaSofia
Банско -  in BulgariaBansko
Photo of beautiful view of the Orthodox Rila Monastery, a famous tourist attraction and cultural heritage monument in the Rila Nature Park mountains in Bulgaria.Rila

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Attractions

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photo of view of nature seven rila lakes the kidney season attraction travel popular,Kyustendil Bulgaria.Seven Rila Lakes

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Sofia

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Welcome to Sofia, the vibrant capital of Bulgaria. Upon your arrival at Sofia airport, you will be transferred to your hotel for a restful overnight stay.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Sofia to Govedartsi via Borovets and Musala

Day 2: Sofia to Govedartsi via Borovets and Musala

We start our adventure with a transfer to the town of Borovets. From there, we take a cable car to Yastrebetz and begin our climb to Musala, the highest peak on the Balkan Peninsula. After soaking in the breathtaking views, we transfer to the village of Govedartsi for an overnight stay.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Govedartsi to Maliovitsa Resort

Day 3: Govedartsi to Maliovitsa Resort

  • Seven Rila Lakes
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After breakfast, we embark on a stunning trek from Maliovitsa resort to the wide circus of Prekorechki Lakes, enclosed by the steep slopes and rocky walls of several peaks exceeding 2700m.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Maliovitsa Resort to Bansko via Pionerska Hut and Rila Monastery

  • Rila
  • Bansko
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  • Seven Rila Lakes
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We start the day with a transfer to Pionerska hut, from where we take a chairlift to the Seven Rila Lakes. After a loop hike to the Razdela saddle and the stunning 'Zeleni Rid' ridge, we visit the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery before heading to Bansko for the night.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Bansko to Bezbog Hut via Tevno Ezero Hut

Day 5: Bansko to Bezbog Hut via Tevno Ezero Hut

Today, we embark on a trek that will take us to the most beautiful part of Central Pirin Mountains. We start from Bezbog hut and after a few hours of walking, we reach Tevno Ezero hut, where we will spend the night.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Bezbog Hut to Bansko via Demyanitsa Hut

  • Bansko
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  • Seven Rila Lakes
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Today's walk offers stunning views over two of the most beautiful glacier lakes of Pirin - Prevalski and Valiavishki lakes. After reaching the road under Demyanitsa Hut, we will meet our driver who will take us back to Bansko.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Bansko to Sofia via Mount Vihren

  • Bansko
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A fairly difficult ascent awaits us today - to the highest peak in Pirin Mountains - Mount Vihren. We will enjoy scenic views of many of Pirin's high peaks, as well as the Vlahini and Bunderishki glacial lakes. After the trek, we transfer back to Sofia for overnight.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Sofia

  • Sofia - Departure day
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After a week of unforgettable experiences, it's time to say goodbye to Bulgaria. You will be transferred to the airport for your departure.

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