2-Day Samokov and Musala Peak Tour from Sofia

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Take a tour of Samokov City
• 02 Climb Musala Peak, the highest of the Rila Mountains
• 03 See the highest lake in the Balkans, called the Icy Lake
• 04 Walk to the Musala hut from Borovets ski resort

Join this 2-day trip to explore Samokov and climb Musala Peak, the highest summit in the Rila Mountains. Along the way, discover Samokov's Turkish historical artifacts and hike through the scenic mountain landscape to the Musala hut. You will also visit the Icy Lake, the highest lake in the Balkans at 2709 m altitude, before returning to Sofia.

You will also visit the Icy Lake, the highest lake in the Balkans at 2709 m altitude, before returning to Sofia.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Sofia

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Drive to Samokov and Explore the Town

• Meet your tour guide at the agreed-upon location and drive to the town of Samokov.

• Take a tour of Samokov, with special attention to the Turkish historical artifacts found in the town.

2

Day 02

Borovets, Musala Hut, and Musala Peak

• Drive to Borovets, a ski resort.

• Take a walking tour to the Musala hut and see the Icy Lake.

• Make your way up to Musala Peak and return on foot to Borovets.

• Depart for Sofia.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking Bulgarian tour guide

What's Not Included

• Transport

• Lift ticket (if used)

• Hotel and food

• Bulgarian guide's expenses for food and hotel

• Tips and gratuities

• Personal expenses

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Sofia, Bulgaria

Tour start

Samokov, Bulgaria

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.