Toward Vihren Peak

Difficulty

Challenging

Duration

13h 30m

Group size

1-16 tourists,
over 3 y.o.

Our tour team offers you to reach Vihren Summit (2,914 m / 9,560 ft), the highest point of the Pirin Mountains and Bulgaria’s second-highest peak!

Set within the UNESCO-protected Pirin National Park, Vihren stands on the main ridge between the Hvoynati and the Kutelo peaks, overlooking the Vlahinska and the Banderitsa river valleys. Its limestone flanks and panoramic views make it one of the Pirin’s most sought-after destinations.

Perfect for fit hikers and mountain enthusiasts seeking a rewarding alpine challenge.

Rise above the ordinary!

Solo Travel

Lyubomir A. is the provider of this trip

The provider speaks: English, Bulgarian

We are happy to offer you high quality tours and holiday packages. As experts in sightseeing and driven by quality services, our tours and holiday packages are the best ways to immerse you in the traditions of Bulgarian land. Our experienced tour guides have a lot to share with you regarding the Bulgarian history.

Tour highlights

The UNESCO World Heritage

Alpine Panoramas

Summit Triumph

Route details

At 06:00, our team meets you at the Metro station Inter Expo Center – Tsarigradsko shose (Sofia) or at the parking lot in front of the Ramada Hotel (Plovdiv).

At 09:30, we begin an hour hike from Vihren Hut to our first high-mountain stop.

At 11:00, enjoy a picnic amid the Pirin Mountains’ tranquil beauty until 12:30.

At 12:30, we hike for about an hour to reach Vihren Summit (2,914 m).

At 14:00, take in inspiring peak views before retracing our steps back to Vihren Hut.

At 16:30, we depart for Sofia, arriving by 20:00 back to Sofia or Plovdiv.

Elevation gain: 964 m (1,950 m – 2,914 m) – 3,162 ft (from 6,397 ft – 9,560 ft)
Distance: 6 km – 3.72 ml
Hiking time: 6:00 h

Difficulty

Challenging

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in a good physical shape

It's important to know

Before each mountain hike, you receive a safety briefing from a licensed guide and agree to follow their instructions.

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Duration 13h 30m

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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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