This hiking tour takes you into the heart of the Rila Mountains. We invite you to explore the Urdina Reka valley, Yavorova Polyana meadows, and the Dolno Pole basin together!
Along a 9 km trail with 480 m of ascent, travelers pass through lush forests, sparkling streams, and panoramic ridgelines. Beginning at 1,400 m, the route gently climbs to 1,880 m, rewarding you with stunning views of Rila’s highest peaks.
Perfect for hikers seeking an immersive mountain experience and anyone eager to discover the Malyovitsa region as the cradle of Bulgarian mountaineering.
It is time for a hike!
Difficulty
Moderate
Duration
11h
Group size
1-16 tourists,
over 3 y.o.
over 3 y.o.
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Lyubomir A. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English, Bulgarian
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Tour highlights
Urdina Reka
Rich Biodiversity
Awe-Inspiring Landscapes
Route details
At 08:30, we meet at the Inter Expo Center metro station (Tsarigradsko shose), or at your pre‑arranged pick‑up point, and depart for the Vada Hut trailhead.
From the trailhead, we hike to Yavorov Polyana, where we pause for a break among open meadows and pines.
Next, we continue with another trek to the Kukite area.
After a short rest, we complete our journey to Dolno Pole and enjoy a picnic in this tranquil valley.
We then return along the same route to board the coach.
At 18:00, we depart for Sofia.
At 19:30, we arrive back at the Inter Expo Center metro station (Tsarigradsko shose) or your requested drop‑off point.
Elevation gain: 480 m ( 1,400 m – 1,880 m) – 1,574 ft (4,593 ft – 6,167 ft)
Distance: 9 km – 5.6 ml
Hiking time: 7 h
Difficulty
Moderate
Does not require physical training but involves moderate physical activity
It's important to know
What should I know before the hike begins?
Before each mountain hike, you receive a safety briefing from a licensed guide and agree to follow their instructions.
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Number of individuals
1-16 tourists, over 3 y.o.
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Group meeting place
Sofia City Province, Sofia Airport
The group meets at: Sofia
The tour’s last location: Sofia
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