Overview
If you are considering a hike in the mythic Mount Olympus, the home of the Ancient Greek gods, but also want to hike up to the highest mountain of the Balkans, Rila Mountain, than this trip is for you.
We offer you a trip to the three tallest mountains of the Balkans:
1) Rila Mountain in Bulgaria, with Musala peak at 2,925 m / 9596ft;
2) followed by Mount Olympus in Greece, with Mytikas peak at 2,918 m 9573ft, and
3) in third place Pirin Mountain with Vihren peak at 2,914 m /9560ft, also in Bulgaria.
It will take you through two beautiful countries in the Balkans: Greece and Bulgaria with lots of diverse nature, culture and food in less than a week.
The Balkans, an area of Eastern Europe, is the perfect place to have an epic hiking vacation as most of it is covered by mountain ranges. But they also border strikingly with the Mediterranean Sea, which means that you can finish at the pristine beaches with clear blue water or head to some of Greece’s famous islands.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Accommodation: 5 nights in hotels + 2 nights at mountain huts
- Cabin-lift ticket to the area of Musala peak
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guidance by local mountain guide
- Travel to and from Bulgaria and visa
- Travel insurance
- Organised luggage transport from hut to hut
- Drinks
- Dinners and lunches in the hotels
Meeting and Pickup
We can only pick up travelers within 30 km (in radius) away from Sofia. The driver will be waiting in the arrivals hall with a sign with your names written on it
What To Expect
Welcome to Sofia!
2 Stops
Trek To The Musala Peak
3 Stops
Borovets – Rila Monastery - Bansko
2 Stops
Trek To The Vihren Peak
2 Stops
Bansko – Greek Border – Thessaloniki – Olympic coast
3 Stops
Trek To The Hut Apostolidis In Mount Olympus
2 Stops
Mount Olympus, Mytikas Peak Day
2 Stops
End Of The Trip
2 Stops
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Trek Suitability: For fit and active travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 8-Day Hike at the Champions of the Balkans?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-381421P3
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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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- Breakfast.
- Dinner.
- Lunch.
- Private transportation.
- Accommodation: 5 nights in hotels + 2 nights at mountain huts.
- Cabin-lift ticket to the area of Musala peak.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Guidance by local mountain guide.
- Travel to and from Bulgaria and visa.
- Travel insurance.
- Organised luggage transport from hut to hut.
- Drinks.
- Dinners and lunches in the hotels.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
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.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 8-Day Hike at the Champions of the Balkans is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Trek Suitability: For fit and active travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 8-Day Hike at the Champions of the Balkans will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
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
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Accommodation: 5 nights in hotels + 2 nights at mountain huts
- Cabin-lift ticket to the area of Musala peak
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guidance by local mountain guide
- Travel to and from Bulgaria and visa
- Travel insurance
- Organised luggage transport from hut to hut
- Drinks
- Dinners and lunches in the hotels
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Trek Suitability: For fit and active travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
