Hiking to Ivan Vazov hut with snowshoes
Tour schedule:
From 140 BGN
Price for Adult: 153 BGN with VAT.
Price for Child (3-16): 140 BGN with VAT.
Price for Senior/Student: 140 BGN with VAT.
Price for Group over 4 people: 145 BGN with VAT.
Tour Details
Two days hiking to Ivan Vazov Hut.
Highlights:
Day 1
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DAY 1
Hiking Difficulty: Moderately/Strenuous (3/4 from 6) / Elevation: 539 m ( from 2081 m – 2620 m) – 1768 ft (from 6827 ft to 8595 ft) / Length: 8 km – 12.8 ml / Duration: 5 hours (Hiking time only).
∗ 08:00: From Sofia – Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or you can arrange your pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.
∗ 07:00: From Plovdiv – Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking in front of the hotel Princess (Trimoncium Hotel Plovdiv), http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point Plovdiv. google/maps!!!, or you can arrange your pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.
∗ The journey takes about hour and a half to Panichishte resort. From there we will take the chairlift which will lead us to the Rila Lakes mountain hut at the (2081 m – 6827 ft). Hiking trek to the Ivan Vazov hut. The trek takes about 4 hours.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area.
∗ After an inspiring break we will continue hiking to the Ivan Vazov hut.
∗ Check-in at the hut.
∗ Dinner at the hut, relax in a traditional atmosphere while enjoying deliciously prepared food, free time.
Day 2
Hiking Difficulty: Moderately/Strenuous (3/4 from 6) / Elevation: 369 m ( from 2300 m – 2669 m) – 1210 ft (from 7545 ft to 8756 ft) / Length: 10 km – 16 ml / Duration: 6 hours (Hiking time only).
∗ Today after breakfast we will continue our adventure in the mountains.
∗ Hiking treck to Ivan Vazov peak.
∗ Break at the peak and trek back to the Rila Lakes mountain hut, town of Sapareva Banya. The trek takes approx 4:00 hours.
∗ Rila Lakes mountain hut from there we will take the chairlift which will lead us to the bus.
∗ Departure back to Sofia and Plovdiv.
∗ 17:30: Expected time of arrival in Sofia at the parking lot behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
∗ 19:30: Expected time of arrival in Plovdiv at the parking in front of hotel Princess (Trimoncium Hotel).
ATTENTION:
∗ Mandatory requirement for tourists – Before the start of each mountain hike, clients receive instruction from a licensed mountain guide and undertake to comply with the instructions given to them.
∗ Changes in the program are possible, based on objective factors, mostly of meteorological nature.
PERSONAL WINTER EQUIPMENT:
∗ Please wear comfortable hiking three-season shoes, warm clothes, dry food, water, raincoate.
∗ Geta for the feet.
∗ Stocks (with wide circles).
∗ Thermal underwear – top and bottom.
∗ Gloves – a pair of thin and a pair of winter (warm and waterproof), plus spare.
∗ Warm hat.
∗ Scarf or wind mask, buff.
∗ Ski mask – for bad weather.
∗ Flashlight
∗ Personal first aid kit.
∗ Windproof and waterproof jacket.
∗ Extra garment (fleece).
∗ Water bottle at least 1 liter.
∗ Hat/towel, sunscreen and sunglasses, raincoat.
∗ Insole (optional).
∗ In bad weather conditions the program can be shortened or replaced.
RECOMMENDED INFORMATION:
∗ Food for lunch, picnic type. It is recommended to consider in advance that your food is as energetic and healthy as possible.
∗ Travelers should have a moderate to good level of physical fitness.
In case of medical issues or allergies you should always consult your tour representative if you are not sure of what ingredients a dish contains.
Places You’ll See
Tour Interary:
Day 1
Hiking Difficulty: Moderately/Strenuous (3/4 from 6) / Elevation: 539 m ( from 2081 m – 2620 m) – 1768 ft (from 6827 ft to 8595 ft) / Length: 8 km – 12.8 ml / Duration: 5 hours (Hiking time only).
∗ 08:00: From Sofia – Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or you can arrange your pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.
∗ 07:00: From Plovdiv – Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking in front of the hotel Princess (Trimoncium Hotel Plovdiv), http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point Plovdiv. google/maps!!!, or you can arrange your pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.
∗ The journey takes about hour and a half to Panichishte resort. From there we will take the chairlift which will lead us to the Rila Lakes mountain hut at the (2081 m – 6827 ft). Hiking trek to the Ivan Vazov hut. The trek takes about 4 hours.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area.
∗ After an inspiring break we will continue hiking to the Ivan Vazov hut.
∗ Check-in at the hut.
∗ Dinner at the hut, relax in a traditional atmosphere while enjoying deliciously prepared food, free time.
Day 2
Hiking Difficulty: Moderately/Strenuous (3/4 from 6) / Elevation: 369 m ( from 2300 m – 2669 m) – 1210 ft (from 7545 ft to 8756 ft) / Length: 10 km – 16 ml / Duration: 6 hours (Hiking time only).
∗ Today after breakfast we will continue our adventure in the mountains.
∗ Hiking treck to Ivan Vazov peak.
∗ Break at the peak and trek back to the Rila Lakes mountain hut, town of Sapareva Banya. The trek takes approx 4:00 hours.
∗ Rila Lakes mountain hut from there we will take the chairlift which will lead us to the bus.
∗ Departure back to Sofia and Plovdiv.
∗ 17:30: Expected time of arrival in Sofia at the parking lot behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
∗ 19:30: Expected time of arrival in Plovdiv at the parking in front of hotel Princess (Trimoncium Hotel).
We miss you already – Hope that will see you again.
See you.
Pick up/ Drop off points:
From Sofia – Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or you can arrange your pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.
From Plovdiv – Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking in front of the hotel Princess (Trimoncium Hotel Plovdiv), http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point Plovdiv. google/maps!!!, or you can arrange your pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time for boarding.
Food:
Our guests can choose between different diet menu, including vegetarian, Jain or non-vegetarian meals (Halal will not always be available).
Guests should advise the tour representative of their preferred diet on day one. You should always consult member of our staff if you have any alergy to the ingredients of the dishs or you not sure of what ingredients a dish contains.
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Hiking to Ivan Vazov hut with snowshoes
Tour schedule:
From 140 BGN
Price for Adult: 153 BGN with VAT,
Price for Child (3-16): 140 BGN with VAT.
Price for Senior/Student: 140 BGN with VAT.
Price for Group over 4 people: 145 BGN with VAT.
Price included:
∗ Returning transport will be by coach from pick up point and drop off point.
∗ Return Chairlift to and from the Seven Rila Lakes included.
∗ 1 x night in a Ivan Vazov hut
∗ Visit Ivan Vazov peak.
∗ Insurance included.
∗ Profesional guide included.
Price excluded:
∗ Personal expenses.
