Musala Peak Hike - private day tour from Plovdiv
Overview
Conquer the highest peak in Bulgaria and on the entire Balkan Peninsula – the mighty Musala Peak located at 2925 m. a. s. l. Walk along this famous hiking route situated within the boundaries of the outstanding national park Rila - largest in Bulgaria.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Live commentary on board
- Local taxes
- Fuel surcharge
- Transport by private vehicle
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Local guide
- Cabin lift return ticket (18 EUR per person)
- Food and drinks (please make sure you bring some food with you for a picnic)
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Travelers are collected from any hotel (accommodation) or location within Plovdiv city. Travelers must provide their pick up location upon booking or closer to their tour date.
What To Expect
Conquer the highest peak in Bulgaria and on the entire Balkan Peninsula – the mighty Musala Peak located at 2925 m. a. s. l. Walk along this famous hiking route situated within the boundaries of the outstanding national park “Rila” – largest in Bulgaria.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- COVID-19 Safety information: In regards with the novel coronavirus our company applies all the Bulgarian and European Union regulations for safe travelling. All our guides and drivers wear protective masks and gloves during the tour. Our guests are strongly recommended to wear their own masks for their and the guide’s safety. All our vehicles are being disinfected after and before each tour, especially the contact zones as handles, steering wheel etc. Disinfection sprays and gels are available for our guests in each vehicle to be used before, during and after the tour. Generally Bulgaria is considered as a safe travel destination as the country is one of the least affected by the coronavirus in Europe. The main reason for the successful fight with the pandemic are the on time and effective measures that the Bulgarian government took to stop the spread of the disease.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Always contact the supplier before booking the tour as on certain dates chair lift might be closed for maintenance check
- Always contact the supplier to get information on how to get ready and what to bring with you on that hiking tour
- The hike takes place between 2369 and 2925 m. a. s. l.
- Elevation difference: 556 m
- Walking distance: 14.2 km
- Hiking time: 6 h (including breaks)
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Private tour.
- Live commentary on board.
- Local taxes.
- Fuel surcharge.
- Transport by private vehicle.
- Driver/guide.
- Professional guide.
- Local guide.
- Cabin lift return ticket (18 EUR per person).
- Food and drinks (please make sure you bring some food with you for a picnic).
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 10..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Musala Peak Hike - private day tour from Plovdiv is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- COVID-19 Safety information: In regards with the novel coronavirus our company applies all the Bulgarian and European Union regulations for safe travelling. All our guides and drivers wear protective masks and gloves during the tour. Our guests are strongly recommended to wear their own masks for their and the guide’s safety. All our vehicles are being disinfected after and before each tour, especially the contact zones as handles, steering wheel etc. Disinfection sprays and gels are available for our guests in each vehicle to be used before, during and after the tour. Generally Bulgaria is considered as a safe travel destination as the country is one of the least affected by the coronavirus in Europe. The main reason for the successful fight with the pandemic are the on time and effective measures that the Bulgarian government took to stop the spread of the disease.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Live commentary on board
- Local taxes
- Fuel surcharge
- Transport by private vehicle
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Local guide
- Cabin lift return ticket (18 EUR per person)
- Food and drinks (please make sure you bring some food with you for a picnic)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- COVID-19 Safety information: In regards with the novel coronavirus our company applies all the Bulgarian and European Union regulations for safe travelling. All our guides and drivers wear protective masks and gloves during the tour. Our guests are strongly recommended to wear their own masks for their and the guide’s safety. All our vehicles are being disinfected after and before each tour, especially the contact zones as handles, steering wheel etc. Disinfection sprays and gels are available for our guests in each vehicle to be used before, during and after the tour. Generally Bulgaria is considered as a safe travel destination as the country is one of the least affected by the coronavirus in Europe. The main reason for the successful fight with the pandemic are the on time and effective measures that the Bulgarian government took to stop the spread of the disease.
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Always contact the supplier before booking the tour as on certain dates chair lift might be closed for maintenance check
- Always contact the supplier to get information on how to get ready and what to bring with you on that hiking tour
- The hike takes place between 2369 and 2925 m. a. s. l.
- Elevation difference: 556 m
- Walking distance: 14.2 km
- Hiking time: 6 h (including breaks)
