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Itinerary
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Stop At: St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Aleksander Nevski Square, Sofia Bulgaria

The meeting point of the tour is behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, at the parking lot just in front of "La Cattedrale" restaurant.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Borovets Ski Resort, Borovets Bulgaria

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.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Musala Peak, Rila National Park, Rila Bulgaria

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.

Duration: 30 minutes

Included

Transfer from Sofia to Borovets resort and back;
English-speaking guide
All transportation and parking costs

Not included

Meals and beverages
Chairlift tickets
Hotel pick up
Tips

Additional

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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.
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Features

Tourism

70% Cultural

50% Sport

30%

Climb to Musala Summit (2925m)