Hike and Sled in Borovets With a Visit of Royal Bistritsa Palace
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Welcome to our Borovets adventure, where history and nature converge for an unforgettable day! Begin your journey at the Royal Bistritsa Palace, a gem of Bulgaria’s early 20th-century history and the former residence of the illustrious Saxe-Coburg royal family. Step into a world of elegance and learn about the royal legacy that shaped Bulgaria's modern identity. From the palace, embark on a serene hike to the Black Rock in the majestic Rila Mountains. This scenic trail will immerse you in the natural beauty of one of Bulgaria's most breathtaking landscapes, offering a moment of peace and connection with nature. Finally, round off your day with pure fun and laughter at the Borovets ski resort, sledding down snowy slopes and creating memories to cherish. A day of royal charm, mountain tranquility, and playful winter fun awaits you!
Inclusions
What's included
- All Fees and Taxes
- English-speaking guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Sled is included
What's not
- Lunch
Itinerary
The tour starts from Sofia. You will be picked up from your hotel/accommodation at 8 a.m. After approximately one and a half hour’s drive, we reach Borovets – the oldest mountain resort in Bulgaria and on the Balkans, and among the most beautiful ones. Amidst the majestic pine trees, we take a walk around this magnificent place in Rila Mountain. After enjoying the wonderful snowy landscapes, we visit Tsarska Bistritsa Palace – a royal residence of the monarchs of the Third Bulgarian Kingdom in the first half of 20-th century.
Then we go for a pleasant hike to the Black Rock—a natural formation with amazing views from above. The landmark has also historical significance, related to some dark episodes during Bulgaria's communist past. The hike takes around two hours in both directions on a forest track with a gentle slope.
When we go back to Borovets, we have time for lunch. And after that, lovers of winter adventures can take the opportunity of sledding along the white slopes, in a specially designated zone for sleds. With this snow fun, our visit in Borovets ends, and we go back to Sofia, full of nice experiences and knowledge of interesting places, historical events and important figures. The tour finishes with a drop-off at your hotel/accommodation.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 8 travellers
- Operated by
- BulTrips
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Sofia
- Its from-price is close to the median of the 174 day trips we list in Sofia.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Sofia
Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, lies below Vitosha mountain, mixing Roman ruins, golden-domed churches, mineral springs and a busy café culture.
Sofia sits in a high basin at the foot of Mount Vitosha, and its centre layers Roman Serdica, Orthodox Bulgaria and the Ottoman and Soviet eras. The gold-domed Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, completed in the early twentieth century, is the city's best-known building. Close by are the fourth-century rotunda of St George, the Banya Bashi Mosque and the remains of Roman streets that show through glass in the metro stations.
Top-ranked sights in Sofia: Rila Monastery, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Ivan Vazov National Theatre.
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