The best of the Rhodopes and Mount Rila
This walking tour, a combination of our classic unguided treks in the Rhodopes and the Rila, takes in the best of the two as regards routes, natural phenomena, and contact with local people. Beginning with the lower, rounded crests of the mountain of Orpheus, you will gradually move across to the arduous steep slopes and rocky outcrops of the Rila. You will have the opportunity of visiting natural and cultural sites such as the Yagodinska Peshtera Cave (considered one of Bulgaria’s most beautiful), the Trigradsko Zhdrelo Gorge with its 350m sheer walls, the Shiroka Laka architectural reserve, Bulgaria’s second-largest monastery at Bachkovo, the Old Town of Plovdiv (an architectural and historical reserve) and many others.
The tour includes all transfers, including pick up from Sofia Airport. Hiking treks are of medium and high difficulty. Paths are well marked, with clients receiving maps and detailed descriptions of the route in English.
Level 3/4
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Destination
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Duration9 (6-12) Days I Level: 3/4 (of 5)
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What is includedPick up/drop off at Sofia Airport and all other transfers according to the itinerary (pre-defined/fixed schedule of the daily transfers, which you need to follow); Family hotels/pensions; en-suite rooms; breakfast and supper.; Luggage transfers; Detailed route descriptions in English; Tourist maps of the Rhodopes and Rila; GPS tracks; Emergency hotline.
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What is not includedCable car tickets; cave entry charges; extra food and drink; travel/medical insurance; personal expenses.
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Best periodJune, July, August, September
Day 1: Sofia Airport - Lyaskovo (or from Plovdiv Airport for a small fee)
Day 2: Lyaskovo - Yagodina/Yagodina Cave/Eagle's Eye viewpoint - Trigrad (3-5,30-6,45hrs; 9,50-16-21km)
Day 3: Trigrad - Zhrebevo - Trigrad (18,3km, 5-6hrs, +700m/-700m)
Day 4: Trigrad – Kesten/Vodni Pad – Trigrad (5,30hrs; 17km; +670m/-760m)
Day 5: Trigrad - Shiroka Laka - Bachkovo Monastery - Plovdiv - Govedartsi
Days 6-8: (final details with the order of the walks in Rila Mountains will be available inside your tour program, which will be emailed to you prior to your arrival in Bulgaria)
Day 9: Govedartsi - Sofia Airport (or extension to Rila Monastery (UNESCO); check the Rates&Remarks tab for details)
TOUR LOCATION
Price
Single room & Solo Traveler supplement
Tips
Accommodation
Extension to Rila Monastery (UNESCO)
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