Six Days in a Rila mountain
Tour schedule:
From 1,280 BGN
Price for Adult: 1,480 BGN with VAT.
Price for Child (3-12): 1,380 BGN with VAT.
Price for Senior/Student: 1,380 BGN with VAT.
Price for Group over 4 people: 1,280 BGN with VAT.
Tour Details
The tour could be tailor made or Privately design.
This jurney will take you to the the most wounderful region in the Rila Mountain – National Park Rila
Experience one of Bulgaria’s most striking mountain landscapes. Leisurely pace and hike all the way up to the highest of the seven lakes in the largest national park.
The Malyovitsa region is the cradle of Bulgarian mountaineering. In fact the region is one of the most popular tourist regions in the Rila mountain. Its northern and eastern slopes are steep and almost inaccessible while the southern and south-western slopes are more oblique. Malyovitsa Ski Centre — with two downhill tracks and two ski drags — is to the north.
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.
Highlights:
Day 1
∗ From Sofia – our team will be waiting to greet you at the Airport or at the parking lot behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral. Alternatively, you can arrange your pick up point in advance with a member of our booking team.
∗ Transfer to the hotel in a village of Govedartsi in National park Rila.
∗ Check in at the hotel and free time.
∗ Welcome drink and get to know each other.
∗ Hotel dinner and relaxation time at the charming atmosphere to get ready for the next day.
Day 2
Seven Rila Lakes: Hiking Difficulty: Easy to Moderately (2 to 3 from 6), Elevation: 469 m ( from 2081 m to 2550 m) – 1538 ft (6827 ft to 8316 ft), Length: 8 km – 4.971 ml, Duration: 5 hours (Hiking time only).
∗ Today after breakfast short transfer to the Vada hut.
∗ Hiking trek to 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.
-The highest one is called ‘Salzata’ (the Tear) due to its clear waters.
-The next one in height carries the name ‘Okoto’ (the Eye) after its almost perfectly oval form.
-Babreka (the Kidney) is the lake with the steepest shores of the entire group.
-Bliznaka (the Twin) is the largest one by area.
-Trilistnika (the Trefoil) has an irregular shape and low shores.
-The shallowest lake is ‘Ribnoto Ezero’ (the Fish Lake)
-The lowest one is ‘Dolnoto Ezero’ (the Lower Lake), where the waters that flow out of the other lakes are gathered to form the Dzherman River.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the Seven Rila Lakes.
∗ Enjoyable afternoon at the Seven Rila Lakes Cirque.
∗ Trek back to the Vada hut.
∗ Transfer to the hotel.
∗ Dinner in the Hotel, relax at the charming atmosphere and get ready for the next day.
Day 3
Musala peak – Hiking Difficulty: Moderately (3 from 6), Elevation: 571 m ( from 2354 m – 2925 m) – 1873ft ( from 7723 ft – 9596 ft),Length: 13,70 km (8.512 mi), Duration: 5,30 hours (Hiking time only).
∗ Today after breakfast, short transfer to the Borovets Resort.
∗ From Borovets Resort we will take the Yastrebets chairlift which will lead us to the Yastrebets hut (2369 m, 7772 ft).
∗ Yastrebets hut we will take Hiking trek to the next stop Musala hut. The trek takes about 1 hour.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the beautiful Rila Mountains.
∗ After a lunch break we will continue hiking to the Ice lake (2709 m, 8887ft ). The trek takes about 1 and a half hours.
∗ From the Ice lake we taking the last trek to the Musala Peak (2925 m, 9596ft). Trek takes approximatly 30 minutes.
∗ After a break on the peak we will get back to the trek to the Yastrebets hut. The trek takes approx three hours.
∗ Transfer back to the hotel. Free time.
Day 4
Visit to the Thermal mineral water at Belchin or easy trek to the Yonchevo Lake.
∗ Today after breakfast visit to the thermal mineral water at Belchin or easy trek to the Yonchevo Lake.
∗ Hiking trek to another magical place in a Rila mountain, the Yonchevo Lake at an altitude of (1960 m – 6430ft), from where a panoramic view of Rila Mountain is revealed, there are a group of three glacial lake.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the lake.
∗ Optionaly we can do another hiking trek in the region.
∗ Trek back to the pick up point and board the coach.
∗ Dinner in the Hotel, relax at the charming atmosphere and get ready for the next day.
Day 5
Malyovitsa peak: Hiking Difficulty: Strenuous (4 from 6), Elevation: 1006 m ( from 1723 m – 2729 m) – 3300 ft (from 5652 ft to 8953 ft), Length: 6.5 km – 4 ml,
Duration: 8 hours (Hiking time only).
∗ Today after breakfast we will continue our adventure around the Rila mountain – National Park Rila.
∗ The journey takes us to the starting point for treks in the region of Malyovitsa Hut at an altitude of (1,700 m – 5ft). From there we will take Hiking trek to the next stop. The trek takes about 1 hour.
∗ Malyovitsa Hut at an altitude of (1960 m – 6430 ft above sea level), from where a panoramic view of Rila Mountain is revealed.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the Hut.
∗ Next Treck will takes about 1 hour to the Second terrace,this is rough rocky rivers, passing two plateaus. The trek takes about 1 hour.
∗ Take the next trek to the the Malyovishki Lakes (Elenski Lakes),there are a group of three glacial lakes. The trek takes about 30 minutes.
∗ After short break we will get back to the last trek, to the Malyovitsa peak at (2,729 m – 8 ft above sea level). Trek takes approx 30 minutes.
∗ Trek back to Malyovitsa hut and board the coach and get to our mountain hut.
∗ Dinner at the hotel restaurant, relax in a traditional atmosphere while enjoying deliciously prepared food, free time.
Day 6
∗ Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel.
∗ Transfer to the Airoport or you can arranged your Drop off point in advance with member of our booking team.
We are glad that we spent memorable moments together and we will be happy to meet you soon!
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 EQUIPMENT:
∗ Please wear comfortable hiking boots, warm clothes, dry food, water, raincoate.
∗ 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 our 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
∗ From Sofia – our team will be waiting to greet you at the Airport or at the parking lot behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral. Alternatively, you can arrange your pick up point in advance with a member of our booking team.
∗ Transfer to the hotel in a village of Govedartsi in National park Rila.
∗ Check in at the hotel and free time.
∗ Welcome drink and get to know each other.
∗ Hotel dinner and relaxation time at the charming atmosphere to get ready for the next day.
Day 2
Seven Rila Lakes: Hiking Difficulty: Easy to Moderately (2 to 3 from 6), Elevation: 469 m ( from 2081 m to 2550 m) – 1538 ft (6827 ft to 8316 ft), Length: 8 km – 4.971 ml, Duration: 5 hours (Hiking time only).
∗ Today after breakfast short transfer to the Vada hut.
∗ Hiking trek to 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.
-The highest one is called ‘Salzata’ (the Tear) due to its clear waters.
-The next one in height carries the name ‘Okoto’ (the Eye) after its almost perfectly oval form.
-Babreka (the Kidney) is the lake with the steepest shores of the entire group.
-Bliznaka (the Twin) is the largest one by area.
-Trilistnika (the Trefoil) has an irregular shape and low shores.
-The shallowest lake is ‘Ribnoto Ezero’ (the Fish Lake)
-The lowest one is ‘Dolnoto Ezero’ (the Lower Lake), where the waters that flow out of the other lakes are gathered to form the Dzherman River.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the Seven Rila Lakes.
∗ Enjoyable afternoon at the Seven Rila Lakes Cirque.
∗ Trek back to the Vada hut.
∗ Transfer to the hotel.
∗ Dinner in the Hotel, relax at the charming atmosphere and get ready for the next day.
Day 3
Musala peak – Hiking Difficulty: Moderately (3 from 6), Elevation: 571 m ( from 2354 m – 2925 m) – 1873ft ( from 7723 ft – 9596 ft),Length: 13,70 km (8.512 mi), Duration: 5,30 hours (Hiking time only).
∗ Today after breakfast, short transfer to the Borovets Resort.
∗ From Borovets Resort we will take the Yastrebets chairlift which will lead us to the Yastrebets hut (2369 m, 7772 ft).
∗ Yastrebets hut we will take Hiking trek to the next stop Musala hut. The trek takes about 1 hour.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the beautiful Rila Mountains.
∗ After a lunch break we will continue hiking to the Ice lake (2709 m, 8887ft ). The trek takes about 1 and a half hours.
∗ From the Ice lake we taking the last trek to the Musala Peak (2925 m, 9596ft). Trek takes approximatly 30 minutes.
∗ After a break on the peak we will get back to the trek to the Yastrebets hut. The trek takes approx three hours.
∗ Transfer back to the hotel. Free time.
Day 4
Visit to the Thermal mineral water at Belchin or easy trek to the Yonchevo Lake.
∗ Today after breakfast visit to the thermal mineral water at Belchin or easy trek to the Yonchevo Lake.
∗ Hiking trek to another magical place in a Rila mountain, the Yonchevo Lake at an altitude of (1960 m – 6430ft), from where a panoramic view of Rila Mountain is revealed, there are a group of three glacial lake.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the lake.
∗ Optionaly we can do another hiking trek in the region.
∗ Trek back to the pick up point and board the coach.
∗ Dinner in the Hotel, relax at the charming atmosphere and get ready for the next day.
Day 5
Malyovitsa peak: Hiking Difficulty: Strenuous (4 from 6), Elevation: 1006 m ( from 1723 m – 2729 m) – 3300 ft (from 5652 ft to 8953 ft), Length: 6.5 km – 4 ml,
Duration: 8 hours (Hiking time only).
∗ Today after breakfast we will continue our adventure around the Rila mountain – National Park Rila.
∗ The journey takes us to the starting point for treks in the region of Malyovitsa Hut at an altitude of (1,700 m – 5ft). From there we will take Hiking trek to the next stop. The trek takes about 1 hour.
∗ Malyovitsa Hut at an altitude of (1960 m – 6430 ft above sea level), from where a panoramic view of Rila Mountain is revealed.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area of the Hut.
∗ Next Treck will takes about 1 hour to the Second terrace,this is rough rocky rivers, passing two plateaus. The trek takes about 1 hour.
∗ Take the next trek to the the Malyovishki Lakes (Elenski Lakes),there are a group of three glacial lakes. The trek takes about 30 minutes.
∗ After short break we will get back to the last trek, to the Malyovitsa peak at (2,729 m – 8 ft above sea level). Trek takes approx 30 minutes.
∗ Trek back to Malyovitsa hut and board the coach and get to our mountain hut.
∗ Dinner at the hotel restaurant, relax in a traditional atmosphere while enjoying deliciously prepared food, free time.
Day 6
∗ Today after breakfast, check out from the hotel.
∗ Transfer to the Airoport or you can arranged your Drop off point in advance with member of our booking team.
We are glad that we spent memorable moments together and we will be happy to meet you soon!
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 EQUIPMENT:
∗ Please wear comfortable hiking boots, warm clothes, dry food, water, raincoate.
∗ 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 our 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.
Pick up/ Drop off points:
∗ From Sofia - Our team will be waiting to greet you at the Sofia Airport or 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 Plovdiv Airport or at the parking in front of the Hotel Ramada (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.
Borovets resort in a National park Rila
Borovets is the oldest mountain resort in Bulgaria. The unique mountain oasis nestled in the heart of the picturesque Rila Mountains. A true jewel in alpine style.
Clustered in pine forests. Situated at
1350 m above sea level on the northern slopes of Rila Mountain among age-old pine woods, Borovets
is located at the foot of peak MOUSSALA (2925 m) – the highest one on Balkan Peninsula.
BOROVETS is easily accessible, being at a distance of 73 km from Sofia and 126 km from Plovdiv.
The town of Samokov is only 10 km down the road from the resort.
Borovets offers its guests exquisite accommodation and countless opportunities for sports and adventures in every season. The breathtaking location in the hilly foothills of the mountain – just a short drive from town of Sofia, recharges with its natural beauty and a variety of outdoor and indoor activities.
Summer is a great time for hiking, biking, horseback riding and fishing. We also have areas for younger guests, featuring lots of entertainment that children love. Winter days are reserved for world-class skiing and snowboarding and stunning landscapes.
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 – All ingredients and products coming from the near vilage of Govedartsi.
Why to choose us:
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Six Days in a Rila mountain
Tour schedule:
From 1,280 BGN
Price for Adult: 1,480 BGN with VAT,
Price for Child (3-12): 1,380 BGN with VAT.
Price for Senior/Student: 1,380 BGN with VAT.
Price for Group over 4 people: 1,280 BGN with VAT.
Price included:
Prices:
∗ Price per person: € 750 ( 1480 BGN)
∗ Single supplement: € 160 ( 318 BGN)
∗ Small group departure with up to 12 participants.
∗ Transfers from/to Airport.
∗ All transfers in the program.
∗ 5 x night in a Guest house in a vellage of Govedartsi, National Park Rila.
∗ Breakfast.
∗ Lunch box.
∗ Dinner.
∗ Hiking to Seven Rila lakes with mountain guide.
∗ Hiking to Malyovitsa peak with mountain guide.
∗ Hiking to Musala peak with mountain guide.
∗ Hiking to the Yonchevo Lake.
∗ Visit to the thermal mineral water at Belchin.
∗ Insurance.
Price excluded:
∗ Entrance fee to the thermal mineral water at Belchin - 15 euros.
