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Transbalkan Trek (Bulgaria)

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Start and end in Sofia
4.4
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Transbalkan Trek (Bulgaria) - Penguin Travel
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 12
Age range 16 to 75
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Highlights

  • Explore Sofia's rich history and cuisine
  • Hike to Pleven Hut with stunning views
  • Conquer Botev Peak for breathtaking panoramas
  • Trek through peaks with wire rope aids
  • Discover Central Balkan's captivating views

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival in Sofia (Bulgaria)
  2. Day 2 Sofia - Apriltsi - Pleven Hut
  3. Day 3 Pleven Hut to Botev Peak
  4. Day 4 Pleven Hut - Ambaritsa Hut
  5. Day 5 Ambaritsa Hut - Dobrila Hut
  6. Day 6 Dobrila Hut - Beklemeto
  7. Day 7 Beklemeto - Echo Hut
  8. Day 8 Echo Hut - Rozino Village - Train to Koprivshtitsa
  9. Day 9 Koprivshtitsa - Sofia. Departure.
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Penguin Travel

4.4
(420 reviews)
This operator has high review ratings and responds promptly to enquiries

Number of tours

37

Age Range

18 to 80 years old

Response time

10 hours

Response rate

100%

Established in 1989 in the heart of Copenhagen (Denmark), Penguin Travel rose...

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Customer Reviews

  • Marianne
    · December 21st, 2024
    It was a beutiful tour
  • Victoria
    · November 21st, 2024
    I thought that the tour delivered as advertised and kept a good schedule. I appreciated the guide's ability to be...
  • Glenn
    · November 10th, 2024
    We loved our trip through the Balkans! Be prepared for many hours in the bus but enjoying the gorgeous scenery as you...

Dates & Availability

9 days
Transbalkan Trek (Bulgaria)
From Sofia to Sofia

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 273917

  • Currency
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    Bulgaria
  • Plugs & Adapters

  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria. Ideally 2 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before May 29th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 29th, 2025, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with Penguin Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Penguin Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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