8-Day Hike at the Champions of the Balkans
Overview
If you are considering a hike in the mythic Mount Olympus, the home of the Ancient Greek gods, but also want to hike up to the highest mountain of the Balkans, Rila Mountain, than this trip is for you.
We offer you a trip to the three tallest mountains of the Balkans:
1) Rila Mountain in Bulgaria, with Musala peak at 2,925 m / 9596ft;
2) followed by Mount Olympus in Greece, with Mytikas peak at 2,918 m 9573ft, and
3) in third place Pirin Mountain with Vihren peak at 2,914 m /9560ft, also in Bulgaria.
It will take you through two beautiful countries in the Balkans: Greece and Bulgaria with lots of diverse nature, culture and food in less than a week.
The Balkans, an area of Eastern Europe, is the perfect place to have an epic hiking vacation as most of it is covered by mountain ranges. But they also border strikingly with the Mediterranean Sea, which means that you can finish at the pristine beaches with clear blue water or head to some of Greece’s famous islands.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Accommodation: 5 nights in hotels + 2 nights at mountain huts
- Cabin-lift ticket to the area of Musala peak
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guidance by local mountain guide
- Travel to and from Bulgaria and visa
- Travel insurance
- Organised luggage transport from hut to hut
- Drinks
- Dinners and lunches in the hotels
Meeting and Pickup
We can only pick up travelers within 30 km (in radius) away from Sofia. The driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall with a sign with your names written on it
What To Expect
Welcome to Sofia!
2 Stops
Trek To The Musala Peak
3 Stops
Borovets – Rila Monastery - Bansko
2 Stops
Trek To The Vihren Peak
2 Stops
Bansko – Greek Border – Thessaloniki – Olympic coast
3 Stops
Trek To The Hut Apostolidis In Mount Olympus
2 Stops
Mount Olympus, Mytikas Peak Day
2 Stops
End Of The Trip
2 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Trek Suitability: For fit and active travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-381421P3
Additional Info
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