Rila Mountain Winter Day Trip
Kyustendil Province, Bulgaria
Enjoy a refreshing day trip to Rila Mountain. Customize the tour and choose between several different options depending on your preferences including skiing, ski-doo, lift break or fortress visit.
Private Day Trip from Sofia to Borovets with Thermal Spa Experience
This private day trip from Sofia suits travelers seeking a flexible mountain getaway combining nature, relaxation, and local culture in Borovets and the Rila Mountains.
Highlights
- Private day trip from Sofia to Borovets
- Scenic drive through the Rila Mountains
- Free time to explore Borovets resort
- Optional gondola lift and mountain views
- Relaxing thermal spa experience
Description
Begin with a private pickup from your accommodation in Sofia. Enjoy a scenic drive through countryside and mountainous landscapes until you reach Borovets, Bulgaria’s oldest mountain resort.
Spend free time exploring the alpine village, take an optional gondola ride, walk through pine forests, or relax at a mountain restaurant. Borovets offers year-round mountain air and views.
Afterward, unwind at a local thermal spa featuring mineral pools, saunas, and wellness facilities amid peaceful mountain surroundings.
This private tour offers nature, relaxation, and a flexible schedule, returning you to Sofia between 17:00 and 18:00.
Includes
- Private driver-guide
- Hotel pickup and drop off in Sofia
- Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned car
Excludes
- Spa entrance ticket (paid on site)
- Lift ticket/card (€20–40)
- Tsari Mali Grad fortress ticket (€4)
- Food and personal expenses
- Optional gratuities
Important Information
- The trip does not include skiing or snowboarding lessons
- Tsari Mali Grad Fortress is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
- Dress appropriately for winter conditions; bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-suitable clothing
- Tour duration is approximately 8–9 hours and departs from Sofia
- Bring a swimsuit; towels are available on-site
- Spa fees are paid directly on location
- The itinerary may change based on weather and seasonal availability
- The gondola lift operates seasonally and may not be available during some periods
- Food and drinks are not included but there is time to eat at local restaurants
- Notify in advance if traveling with a baby aged 0–2 for a special seat arrangement
- The tour may be canceled under adverse weather conditions
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance, dress for mountain weather, and bring swimwear for the spa.
