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Visit an old royal hunting residence, have a pleasant hike to an impressive natural landmark with historical value, and enjoy sledding in Borovets.

Highlights

• Discover the oldest mountain resort in Bulgaria
• Visit Tsarska Bistritsa Palace-a royal residence of the Third Bulgarian Kingdom
• Enjoy a hike to the Black Rock, a natural formation with amazing views
• Take the opportunity to sled along the white slopes of Borovets

Description

Embark on a full-day tour from Sofia to Borovets, the oldest mountain resort in Bulgaria. Take a walk around the magnificent Rila Mountain, visit the Tsarska Bistritsa Palace, and hike to the Black Rock. Enjoy the option to sled on the white slopes. Start your tour with a pick-up from your hotel in Sofia. After a 1.5-hour drive, reach Borovets, the oldest mountain resort in Bulgaria and in the Balkans, and among the most beautiful ones. Take a walk around this magnificent place in Rila Mountain. After enjoying the wonderful snowy landscapes, visit Tsarska Bistritsa Palace, a royal residence of the monarchs of the Third Bulgarian Kingdom in the first half of the 20th century. Then go for a pleasant hike to the Black Rock, a natural formation with amazing views from above. The landmark has historical significance, related to some dark episodes during the communist past of Bulgaria. The hike takes around 2 hours on a forest track with a gentle slope. Return to Borovets and have time for lunch. After that, take the opportunity to sled along the white slopes in a specially designated zone for sleds. With this snow fun, your visit in Borovets ends, and you go back to Sofia, full of nice experiences and knowledge of interesting places, historical events, and important figures.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off Visit to Tsarska Bistritsa Palace Hike to the Black Rock Sledding opportunity in Borovets Live tour guide

Important Information

• Wear warm and comfortable clothing suitable for hiking and sledding. Bring water and snacks for the hike. Camera is recommended for capturing the scenic views. Lunch is not included, so consider bringing your own or be prepared to purchase it during the tour.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund