8-Day Hiking Adventure in Rila and Pirin Mountains Peaks and Lakes
Highlights
Sofia, Rila
nature, trekking, photography
Group Tour
8 Days
Easy
English
Description
Conquer Bulgaria’s most iconic peaks on an adrenaline-charged 8-day hiking adventure across the Rila and Pirin Mountains. Summit Musala, Vihren, and Malyovitsa, trek through dramatic alpine terrain, discover glacial lakes like the Seven Rila Lakes and Popovo Lake, and immerse yourself in raw, untouched nature. Balance intense mountain expeditions with cultural visits to Rila Monastery and rejuvenation in spa resorts, all led by expert guides for a truly unforgettable high-altitude experience.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Sofia – Govedartsi
- Arrive in Sofia and meet the team at the airport or the arranged pick-up point.
Explore Sofia with visits to St Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, the Rotunda of St. George, Ancient Serdica, and the National Institute of Archaeology.
Transfer to the village of Govedartsi.
Check in at the hotel and enjoy free time.
Enjoy dinner at the hotel and relax.
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Day 2: Govedartsi – Musala Summit – Govedartsi
- Depart after breakfast toward the Yastrebets chairlift.
Take the chairlift to Yastrebets Hut.
Begin trekking to Musala Hut.
Enjoy a picnic in the Rila Mountains.
Continue hiking to Ice Lake.
Ascend to Musala Peak and enjoy panoramic views.
Descend back to Yastrebets Hut.
Return to the hotel in Govedartsi.
Enjoy dinner and relax.
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Day 3: Govedartsi – Malyovitsa Summit – Govedartsi
- Depart after breakfast toward the Malyovitsa region.
Begin trekking from the starting point.
Reach Malyovitsa Hut and enjoy panoramic views.
Enjoy a picnic in the mountains.
Continue to the Second Terrace and Malyovishki Lakes.
Ascend to Malyovitsa Peak.
Descend back to Malyovitsa Hut.
Return to the hotel in Govedartsi.
Enjoy dinner and relax.
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Day 4: Govedartsi – Seven Rila Lakes – Bansko
- Check out after breakfast and depart for Panichishte.
Take the chairlift to Rila Lakes Hut.
Hike to Lake Peak for panoramic views of the Seven Rila Lakes.
Enjoy a picnic in the mountains.
Explore the Seven Rila Lakes Cirque.
Descend back to the hut and take the chairlift.
Transfer to Bansko.
Check in at the hotel and relax.
Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
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Day 5: Bansko – Vihren Summit – Bansko
- Depart after breakfast toward Vihren Hut.
Begin trekking toward Vihren Summit.
Enjoy a picnic in the Pirin Mountains.
Continue ascent to Vihren Peak.
Enjoy time at the summit.
Descend back to Vihren Hut.
Return to the hotel in Bansko.
Relax and enjoy thermal spa facilities.
Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
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Day 6: Bansko – Bezbog Peak – Popovo Lake – Bansko
- Depart after breakfast toward Gotse Delchev Hut.
Take the chairlift to Bezbog Hut.
Begin trekking in the Pirin Mountains.
Enjoy a picnic in nature.
Ascend to Bezbog Peak.
Continue to Popovo Lake.
Return to Bezbog Hut and take the chairlift.
Transfer back to the hotel.
Relax or enjoy an optional wine tasting.
Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
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Day 7: Bansko – Rila Monastery – Bansko
- Depart after breakfast toward Rila Monastery.
Explore the monastery and learn about its cultural significance.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant.
Visit St Ivan Cave.
Transfer back to the hotel in Bansko.
Enjoy dinner and relax.
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Day 8: Bansko – Sofia – Departure
- Check out after breakfast.
Enjoy optional free time in Sofia for shopping.
Transfer to the airport or arranged drop-off point.
What's Included
What's Excluded
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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