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Escape city crowds and enjoy Vitosha’s fresh mountain air. Discover a winter wonderland in the Balkans' oldest national park with a full-day snowshoe hike to the mountain’s highest peak.

Highlights

• Climb the highest peak of Vitosha mountain, admiring breathtaking scene
• Escape the crowds and winter smog in the city
• Dive into the tranquility of a winter wonderland, on a day trip led by an expert
• Explore one of Europe’s oldest nature parks, famous for its unique stone rivers

Description

Your guide will pick you up in the morning from your hotel or address in Sofia for a wonderful journey to Aleko Mountain Resort, situated within an hour drive from the city center at 1,840 meters a.s.l. The guide will help you with snowshoe binding adjustments and give you a short briefing regarding the simple techniques of walking with them before heading towards the highest peak of Vitosha Mountain (Cherni Vruh, 2290 m a.s.l.). The walk in the winter wonderland begins with a gentle ascent, and soon you will get above the tree line admiring great panoramic views. You will reach the top of the mountain in about 2-hours, where you will have a break for a warm herbal tea provided by the guide, before heading back towards Aleko Resort, enjoying the wonderful views of the Bulgarian capital. At the end of the walk, you will have a transfer to the city, where your guide will leave you at your place.  

Includes

Pick-up/ drop-off at your hotel or address within the city of Sofia All transfers with private car or minivan as per itinerary English-speaking licensed mountain guide throughout the tour Hire of snowshoes and walking poles All local taxes

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund