Roof of the Balkans (Bulgaria & Greece) – Guided *TREK*

Overview

Sept 25 ~ Roof of the Balkans – Guided Trek, 110km / 68.3mi (Meals Included)

Joining this tour you will enjoy some spectacular hikes in the Southeastern Europe’s highest mountain ranges – Rila, Olympus, Pirin; not only is the height spectacular these mountains are also within protected National Parks with rich flora and fauna. 

These Rocky Mountains will fascinate you with their overwhelming precipices, jagged peaks and panoramic views. The rest of the tour is about traditional food, local cultures, one monastery and a harbor!

Tour highlights

• Hike to the Balkan Winner, Mount Musala – “No Higher Than God”
• Hikes in Pirin National Park (UNESCO) – “The Marble Horse Ridge
• Hikes in Mt. Olympus National Park – “The Throne of Zeus”
• Visit to Rila Monastery Orthodox Sanctuary (UNESCO)
• Guided visits in Thessaloniki, Greece and Sofia, Bulgaria

Please note

• Passport required

Equipment List

• Trekking / Hiking Boots (worn in).
• Camp Shoes / Sandles.
• Trekking Backpack.
• Trousers / Waterproof Gaiters.
• 1 Sleeping Bag.
• 1 Down Jacket.
• 1 Light – water and wind proof Jacket.
• 1 Water bottle – non plastic.
• Torch Light / Flashlight and spare batteries.
• Long sleeve cotton shirts.
• 1 Medium size towel.
• 1 Fleece / warm sweater.
• Pairs of t-shirts.
• Pairs of light and warm socks.
• 1 Warm Hat.
• 1 Sun Hat.
• Sun – Glasses.
• Trekking Poles.
• Personal toiletries – Soap / Shampoo / toilet paper etc.
• Sunscreen and lip protection.
• Personal first-aid kit.

What do I need to bring?

• Trekking / Hiking Boots.
• Camp Shoes / Sandle.
• Trekking or duffle bag to carry trekking gear.
• Trekking Day-pack for personal Carrying Materials.
• Pair of Trousers / Water Proof Gaiters.
• 1 Sleeping Bag.
• 1 Down Jacket.
• 1 Light – water and wind proof Jacket.
• 1 Water bottle.
• Tourch Light / Flash light and spare batteries.
• pairs of long sleeve cotton shirts.
• 1 Medium size towel.
• 1 Fleece / warm sweater.
• Pairs of t-shirts.
• Pairs of light and warm socks.
• 1 Warm Hat.
• 1 Sun Hat.
• Sun – Glasses.
• Trekking Poles.
• Personal toiletries – Soap / Shampoo / toilet paper etc.
• Pills or tools for water disinfection.
• Sun block lotion for lips and body parts and a handkerchief or wiping papers.
• Money belt and some first-aid kit.

Cancellation Policy:

• We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 45 days or less before the event
• We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 60 days or less before the event