About this experience
Take the trek to the rooftop of the Balkan Peninsula
Admire one of the most beautiful alpine landscapes in Bulgaria
Be fascinated by fantastic panoramas and superb natural views
Next available dates
What’s included
- Transfer from Sofia to Borovets resort and back;
- English-speaking guide
- All transportation and parking costs
Not included
- Meals and beverages
- Gondola lift tickets
- Hotel pick up
- Tips
Itinerary
- 1
Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia)
The meeting point of the tour isVasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia)
- 2
Arrival to Borovets resort
The transfer from Sofia to Borovets is about an hour and a half. Borovets is the oldest ski resort in Bulgaria. From there we will take the cabin lift "Yastrebets Express" for about 30 mins to reach the peak of Yastrebets (2369 m/7772.31 ft). This is the starting point of our walk to the Musala peak.
- 3
Rila Mountains
During the hike to the Musala Peak, fabulous vistas will open in front of you. Musala is the highest peak on the Balkan Peninsula and some say that in clear weather, even the Aegean Sea can be seen from there.
Good to know
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Minimum age
- 11+ years
- Guide
- Guided tour in English
- Start times
- 06:55 · 07:00
Know before you go
- Public transportation nearby
- Not wheelchair accessible
- TOUR LOGISTICS
- 7:00 am (Back side of Alexander Nevski Cathedral)
- 3 hrs
- 5-6 hrs (few steep parts; good physical condition is needed)
- mid-June - mid-September (Wednesday-Sunday)
- there are two huts on our way where we can purchase some basic food (i.e. beans soup, meatballs, French fries, tea, pancakes, chocolate bars), but if you come prepared with a sandwich or two we can stop at any place to enjoy our food.
- the hiking route is moderately to very arduous, with some short stages rather steep. Some parts of the trail pass through stones. Please bring along comfortable hiking boots with good ankle support if possible. Sandals and flip-flops are not accepted. Rain jacket might be useful in summer as heavy showers sometimes occur in the afternoons.
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Cancellation policy
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
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Meeting point
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Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia)
- Address
- Sofia Center, Yanko Sakuzov Blvd 9, 1527 Sofia (GPS coordinates: 42.69677705130451, 23.336332286917877) - behind Vasil Levski Monument - IN FRONT OF Embassy of Slovakia, Sofia, Sofia, 1527, BG
- How you meet
- Meet on location, or hotel pickup
- Coordinates
- 42.69676, 23.33676
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 12 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is available, or you can meet the group on location.
Where does this experience start?
It starts at Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia), Sofia Center, Yanko Sakuzov Blvd 9, 1527 Sofia (GPS coordinates: 42.69677705130451, 23.336332286917877) - behind Vasil Levski Monument - IN FRONT OF Embassy of Slovakia, Sofia, Sofia, 1527, BG.
Is there a minimum age?
Travellers must be 11 or older.
From AED 1,031 per person
