With this multi day guided hiking tour you will experience one of Bulgaria’s most striking mountains landscapes.

NATIONAL PARK RILA

Leisurely pace and hike all the way up to the highest of the seven lakes in the largest national park in Bulgaria. The park is located about (100 km – 62 ml) south of Sofia.
In addition, the Park contains rare and endangered wildlife species and communities. Self-regulating ecosystems of biological diversity, as well as historic sites of global cultural and scientific significance. Some of the largest rivers in the Balkan Peninsula originate here.
In fact the name Rila is derived from the Thracian word roula – which means a lots of water.

In a Rila Mountain is the highest peak not only in Bulgaria but also in the Balkans. Musala peak with its 2925.4 m. – 9596ft., it is also the seventh highest among European leaders.

Malyovitsa is a peak in the northwestern part of the Rila Mountain in southwestern Bulgaria. It is (2,729 m – 8 ft above sea level) and is one of the most popular tourist regions in the mountain. Its northern and eastern slopes are steep and almost inaccessible while the southern and south-western slopes are more oblique.
The Malyovitsa (1,700 m – 5652 ft) region is the cradle of Bulgarian mountaineering. In fact the region is one of the most popular tourist regions in the Rila mountain.

Also in the natinal park Rila we are visiting Seven Rila lakes – The Seven Rila Lakes are a group of glacial lakes, situated in the northwestern Rila Mountain in Bulgaria. They are the most visited group of lakes in Bulgaria. The lakes are situated between 2081 m – 6827 ft) and (2535 m – 8316 ft) above sea level. Each lake carries a name associated with its most characteristic feature.

Rila Monastery – UNESCO World Cultural Heritage.
It is one of the symbols of Bulgaria and is also a popular tourist destination. The monastery lies in the recesses of Rila Mountain. Between Rilska and Drushlyavitsa Rivers, at 1147 m above mean sea level.
As a matter of fact throughout the centuries Rila Monastery has always been the spiritual, educational and cultural centre of Bulgaria.
The monastery is  a part of UNESCO World Cultural Heritage.

PIRIN NATIONAL PARK

It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage. 

At the Pirin mountain  is Bulgaria’s second and the Balkans’ third highest, after Musala and Mount Olympus. Vihren summit at the altitude of 2,914 m – 9,560 ft above sea level.
It is located in the northern part of Pirin and more precisely on the main ridge between Hvoynati peak and Kutelo peak, between the rivers Vlahinska and Banderitsa.
Also it is one of the most impressive places for tourism in the Pirin Mountains.

Bezbog peak  on 2645 m – 8677 ft above sea level at the Pirin mountain is connected to lots of ancient myths and legend.
One of the legends says that the God Perun had a very beautiful daughter. The nearby god Bess decided to steal and marry to her. Her brother, Jengal found out about his plans and caught up with him right on the Bezbog peak. Where after killing him, he stoned him, saving his sister’s honor. So the grand chamber rose high to the sky and was called Besbog.

CENTRAL BALKAN NATIONAL PARK

Raysko Praskalo (Bulgarian: Райско пръскало, “Heavenly Sprinkler”), 124.5 m in height, is the highest waterfall in Bulgaria and the Balkan Peninsula. It is situated under Botev Peak (2,376 m) in the central section of the Balkan Mountains and is part of the Dzhendema Reserve of the Central Balkan National Park. The nearest town is Kalofer, at 11 km to the south.
The waterfall takes water from the snow drifts on Botev Peak and forms the river Praskalska which is a tributary to the Byala Reka River. 

Botev Peak is at 2,376 m – 7,795 ft above sea level, the highest peak of the Balkan Mountains. It is located close to the geographic centre of Bulgaria, and is part of the Central Balkan National Park.

Town of Plovdiv
One of the  oldest cities in an Europe, the beginning of it’s history dates back to 6,000 years B.C. In ancient times Thracians inhabited the Three Hills and built a fortified settlement – the largest city in Thrace. As a matter of fact in the 4th century BC Plovdiv was conquered by Phillip of Macedon.

Town of  Hisaria
Or the Roman city of Diocletianopolis. It is famous for its ancient Roman remains visible everywhere. Public buildings: small amphitheater, the barracks of the Roman garrison, foundations of a couple of the oldest churches in Bulgaria. As well as the best-preserved Roman city walls and hot spring in Bulgaria.

SPA AND WELLNESS
Specialy selected hotels, one of the pearls in the crown of Bulgaria’s Spa tourism famous by use of mineral water in favor of human health.
As a matter of fact the combinations of unique style of the place and the concept environmentally friendly. Wine production and the thermal mineral water offers guests an unforgettable touch. Fully orientated to the power and gifts of nature.

Guest can enjoy thermal mineral water, unique style and first class facilities. Among the therapies offered, you can enjoy classic and wine treatment. Each offering one of a kind pleasure for senses as well as benefits for heath.
Winery
Wine tasting – The fines wine made by Thracian’s recipe.
For all guests with an attitude of wines. Starosel offers a variety of wine and brandy tasting. Through them, you not only get useful knowledge about Thracian’s wine. You will have the chance to gather a lot of impressions by testing 3,5,7 winners or 3 brands.