Conquer the Bulgarian Alps in four days
Enjoy Bulgaria’s most picturesque alpine treks in the Rila and Pirin mountains. Cross huge national parks with broad alpine meadows, serrated summits, glacier lakes, and stone rivers. Encounter rare plant and animal life.
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Conquer the Bulgarian Alps in four days
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What's included in Conquer the Bulgarian Alps in four days
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Enjoy Bulgaria’s most picturesque alpine treks in the Rila and Pirin mountains. We will cross huge national parks with broad alpine meadows, serrated summits, glacier lakes, and stone rivers. Encounter rare plant and animal life. Highlights: · Climb some of the highest peaks of the Balkans · Explore the best alpine trails of Bulgaria · Discover the National Parks of Rila and Pirin · Meet new people from all around the world Day 1: Easy hike to the Belmeken peak and the lake with beautiful views Hiking duration 5hrs; Ascending – 650m./ 2100ft. Day 2: The seven lakes of Rila and one of the UNESCO sites in Bulgaria - The Rila Monastery Hiking duration 3hrs; Ascending- 700m. / 2300ft Day 3: Climbing Vihren peak and the mesmerizing view from the top Hiking duration 8hrs; Ascending- 1100м. / 3600ft Day 4: Polezhan Summit and Popovo lake Hiking duration 4hrs; Ascending- 650m. / 2100ft Bonus levels: Visit the hottest mineral spring in continental Europe, enjoying some of the best Bulgarian cuisines, riding "The horse" ridge and dancing with the locals.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Cable car lift tickets
- WiFi on board
- English speaking mountain guide
- Parking Fees
- Food or drinks
- Medical insurance
- Personal expenses
- Museum entrance fees at the Rila Monastery
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We can pick up adventurers from any point in Sofia.
Meeting / End Points
- Just come to the front entrance of the cathedral and look for your guide with "Campfire BG" sign.
