• 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
Climb Musala Summit: Trek the Balkans' Highest Peak & Stunning Views
About This Tour
Cancellation Policy
- Refund if cancelled at least 1 day before the event
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
All transportation and parking costs
Exclusions
Meals and beverages
Gondola lift tickets
Hotel pick up
Tips
Tour Plan
Alexander Nevski square
The meeting point of the tour is behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, at the parking lot just in front of "La Cattedrale" restaurant.
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.
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.
Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Meeting / Pickup
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
Please Note
- 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
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