Vitosha Mountain Attractions & Things to do

Escape the crowds and winter smog in the city and enjoy the fresh mountain air of Vitosha Mountain – the oldest national park of the Balkans. Climb Cherni Vruh (2290 m a.s.l.) – the highest peak of the mountain, admiring breathtaking panoramas. Whether you are a summer hill walker or a non-skier visiting Bulgaria, you will be surprised and delighted by how easily you can dive into the tranquility of a winter wonderland, within a day trip from Sofia led by an expert.
Duration: 1 day.

The highest peak in Vitosha Mountains – at its foot lies the city of Sofia – is easily accessible. In this trekking tour to the top you will have the opportunity to enjoy fantastic views of the Rila and Balkan Mountains as well as visiting Dragalevtsi Monastery en route.
The whole capital of Bulgaria will be just in front of you uncovering its beauty from the top. Enjoy this tour with a private mountain guide at your own pace and time.
The tour operates in all the 4 seasons in Bulgaria - summer, autumn, winter and spring.

Choose between privately-guided or self-guided tour.
Duration: 6 hours.

Check off Sofia’s key landmarks in minimum time on this comprehensive private city tour lead by a private local guide. Exploring with your private guide, see Cathedral Saint Alexander Nevski, Saint Sofia Church, the Banya Bashi Mosque, Borisova Gradina gardens, the National Art Gallery, and so much more. Tour includes hotel pick up and drop off but excludes any entrance fees.
Duration: 2 to 4 hours.

During the 5-6 hours trip, you will see really amazing places and landmarks, starting from our meeting point St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, then going by car/van to the breathtaking, 186-metre tall TV tower - Kopitoto ("The Hoof"), situated on top of Vitosha mountain at 1,348 m altitude. You will have unique opportunity to walk around the cliff and take stunning pictures of Sofia from the TOP :)! Next stop will be the popular UNESCO heritage - about 900 years old - Boyana Church. After the visit we will bring you to a very nice traditional Bulgarian restaurant. When we finish our lunch we will go to another amazing place in the nature - Pancharevo lake and the hot spring mineral pools there :)! Regardless of the weather you will have the pleasure to dip yourself in the hot mineral waters in a outdoor swimming pool with a magnificent view of the lake :)! We will spend 1-2 hours there and then we will bring you back to the starting point in Sofia - St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral :)!
Duration: 6 hours.

Hike through the beautiful Vitosha Mountain; visit to the Boyana lake and Boyana waterfall.This walking tour is for the admirers of wild nature and crystal-clear air. This shared experience includes hotel pickup and drop-off.
Duration: 10 hours.

This is a Private Tour so you will not be combined with other people besides those in your reservation - there will be a private car and a private driver-guide just for you. 

The incredible nature of this place will capture you and make your visit unforgettable. You will have the chance to enjoy and explore Sofia from above by a special ride with a professional guide and enjoy the atmosphere of being in one of the mineral spots near Sofia.

Most of the times the trips are done with eco friendly cars - with a CNG engine or electro mobiles, so that we can help combat the air pollution.
Duration: 6 hours.

Flying experience by Hot Air Balloon in Bulgaria is a great fun.

Green Valleys can offer fantastic place near Sofia where you can flight above pictures valleys of Balkan mountain and the Vitosha mountain.

Discover the magical beauties of the natural formations of the Balkan mountain, Vitosha mountain on this early morning half an hour hot air balloon tour – Fantastic Place.

As well as the Hot Air Balloon Flying we can organize another adventure. So you can make a full day out in a mounting.

Duration: 30 minutes.

Do you want to have fun during the cold winter and the snow to become your best friend for at least one day? If you have always wanted to learn how to ski but thought that it is expensive, scary, or time-consuming give us a chance to change all of these concepts. Join us on this adventure on the slopes of the beautiful Vitosha Mountain! It's just half an hour from Sofia's city center. You have no equipment - no problem - we have taken care of this. You will receive the skis and the boots. Your introduction to skiing will be done by а professional who will do his best to teach you and lead you in the world of real winter fun. There are special small slopes for beginners where your first steps in skiing will take place. Please note that the group will be small and you will receive personal attention from the instructor. The lessons will take around 3 hours; by the end of the day, you will have taken your first ski adventure.
Duration: 6 hours.

During the 8-9 hours trip, you will see really amazing places and landmarks, starting from our meeting point St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, then going by luxury SUV to the popular UNESCO heritage - about 900 years old - Boyana Church, situated in the heart of Vitosha mountain. After the visit we will bring you to a very nice traditional Bulgarian restaurant in the middle of Rila mountain. When we finish our lunch we will go to the most popular UNESCO Heritage - Rila Monastery. You will have the opportunity to touch the spiritual life of this sacred place and discover its hidden treasures! Our next stop will be another amazing place in the nature - Sapareva Banya village and the hot spring mineral pools there :)! Regardless of the weather you will have the pleasure to dip yourself in the hot mineral waters in an outdoor swimming pools with a magnificent views! We will spend 2 hours there and then we will bring you back to the starting point in Sofia - St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral :)!
Duration: 9 hours.

The southern slopes of Vitosha Mountains offer excellent conditions for mountain biking. Our expert mountain biker will take you on this trip. Totally amazing tour showing you the best in the mountain and experiencing different paths which match your level. All levels are welcome.

Choose between a privately-guided and self-guided tour.
Duration: 4 hours.

Have you been on snow shoes before? Join us for this unforgettable winter adventure in the oldest Natural Park in Bulgaria - Vitosha. We will show you how to use the equipment, before we rock the mountain. We have selected different itineraries for all levels of abilities - from easy to difficult. It will be a pleasure to show you the best from the nature - frozen waterfalls, stone rivers, centuries' old pine forests, breathtaking panoramas - you could see the whole city in your feet.
This is voted by many travelers as a bestseller, highly recommended tour.
Duration: 4 to 8 hours.

Experience the pinnacle of Bulgarian cultural heritage in a single day!

This unique itinerary allows you to explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the majestic Rila Monastery, renowned as Bulgaria's largest and most significant monastery, and the captivating Boyana Church, celebrated for its exquisite 13th-century proto-Renaissance frescoes. Immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance of Rila Monastery, marvel at its intricate architecture, and delve into centuries of monastic history.

Later, journey to the charming Boyana Church and be transported back in time by its breathtaking wall paintings. Choose your preferred exploration style with either a self-guided tour for independent exploration or a private guided tour for personalized insights and captivating narratives. This exclusive day trip offers an unforgettable cultural experience, showcasing the best of Bulgaria's historical and artistic treasures.

Choose between privately-guided and self-guided tour.
Duration: 10 hours.

Embark on an unforgettable horseback riding adventure! Explore breathtaking scenery on gentle trails, perfect for riders of all levels, from beginners to experienced equestrians. Create memories that will last a lifetime with our bespoke horse riding tours.
Duration: 5 hours.

Explore on horseback a beautiful part of Bulgaria in the mountainous countryside of Teteven. Ride along the beautiful forest paths and enjoy the splendid panorama view of Tetevan Balkan.

An excellent soft adventure leaving memories of a lifetime! Private guide and private transportation.
Duration: 5 hours.

This is truly a spectacular, exclusive day tour, visiting some of the "must-see" UNESCO Heritage sites in Bulgaria: Alexander Nevski Cathedral, the Ancient City of Plovdiv, and Boyana Church!

You will see really amazing places and landmarks, starting from our meeting point, St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and then going by luxury SUV to the ancient city of Plovdiv, one of the oldest centers of European civilization. You will have the unique opportunity to explore the hidden treasures of the city with a professional guide on a two-hour walking tour. We will have lunch at a very nice traditional Bulgarian restaurant. Next stop will be another UNESCO heritage site, about 900 years old: Boyana Church.

You will see and learn a lot about Bulgarian history and culture!
Duration: 7 hours 45 minutes.

Be with your guide on a 3-4 hour private tour of Sofia showing you all for the fraction of the cost. Get an e-guide in your preferred language.

The best quality/price ratio tour in Sofia. Choose between a privately-guided and an e-guided tour.
Duration: 3 to 4 hours.

The adventures and memories are the things, that make every man special. Vitosha mountain is only for you! This is the fourth highest mountain in Bulgaria and is the first national park in the Balkan peninsula for its species from the wildlife.

Duration: 7 hours.

Sofia Action Day gives you the right to choose from an array of activities: Climbing, ATV, Karting, Archery, Paintball, Shooting or Rodeo. After paying a small deposit you are enrolling to choose form the activities to make your experience unforgettable. We calculate it for you and the amount is paid on spot. If you are a bigger company of people - no problem, we cater for team buildings too!

Come and enjoy a day like no other!
Duration: 1 to 12 hours.

Do not pay hundreds for your organization of a tour in Bulgaria. We are here to help you. With this product you get our expert knowledge of organization and logistics at the lowest price. We shall advise you and construct the best itinerary which suits your budget, needs and people in your group or individual travel. We charge 1 fixed fee for the whole organization which you have the opportunity to buy from us on supplier prices (the lowest available) or call yourself the businesses involved. Full support from us with at least 1 person responsible for you throughout your tour, no matter of the duration. Fully customizable.

That's a product like no other. Take advantage of it, we are here to help and support you for stress-free tour or activity at your own pace!
Duration: 2 to 24 hours.

Our professional birdwatching tour starts from one of the 3 unique spots - city's parks, Dragoman marsh or Vitosha Nature park depending on the time of the year. The tour includes transportation and a professional guide with all equipment. The composition of the breeding bird fauna is very diverse and you would be amazed how many species we are going to cover in this totally private day trip.

Choose between self-guided or privately-guided tour option for max flexibility.
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes.

The adventures and memories are the things, that make every man special. Vitosha mountain is only for you! This is the fourth highest mountain in Bulgaria and is the first national park in the Balkan peninsula for its species from the wildlife.
Duration: 8 hours.

We will spend a memorable winter adventure. With the oldest transportation - snowshoes you will delve into winter tale of the most beautiful Bulgarian mountain - Vitosha. Your professional mountain guide will make your experience unforgettable.1 overnight with breakfast is included along the way.
All transportation is provided throughout the tour.

Duration: 2 days.

During the 3 hours trip, you will see really amazing places and landmarks, starting from our meeting point St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, then going by car/van to the breathtaking, 186-metre tall TV tower - Kopitoto ("The Hoof"), situated on top of Vitosha mountain at 1,348 m altitude. You will have unique opportunity to walk around the cliff and take stunning pictures of Sofia from the TOP. Next stop will be one of the best authentic and traditional Bulgarian restaurants where will have a dinner while watching the special fire dance show (dinner is not included in the price) Once we finish dinner we will go back to the staring point in the city center.
Duration: 3 hours.

We are travelers and as such it has been our dream to see the sunrise and sunset at the places we visit. We offer you one of the best views of the sunrise above Sofia - from the Vitosha mountain. In the tranquility of the mountain you will have the opportunity to connect with yourself, experience the nature and set your intentions for the day to come. When you are ready, you will be inspired to go back to the city and explore.
Duration: 4 hours.

This is really a spectacular half day tour around Sofia and the beautiful nature :)!During the 6,5 hours trip, you will see really amazing places, starting from our meeting point St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, then going by car/van to the breathtaking, 186-metre tall TV tower - Kopitoto ("The Hoof"), situated on top of Vitosha mountain at 1,348 m altitude. You will have unique opportunity to walk around the cliff and take stunning pictures of Sofia from the TOP :)! Next stop will be the UNESCO heritage - about 900 years old - Boyana Church. After the visit we will bring you to a very nice traditional Bulgarian restaurant. When we finish our lunch we will go to another amazing place in the nature - Plana mountain (we do horse riding there)! Afterwards, we will bring you back to the starting point in Sofia - St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral :)!
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes.

Unique two days tour, visiting some of the "must see" UNESCO Heritage sites in Bulgaria - Boyana Church and Rila Monastery, including an unforgettable overnight stay in the Monastery itself! ***Ultra fast 1Gbps Wi-Fi available***

You will see of course much more :):

1. St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
2. Beautiful Vitosha mountain
3. UNESCO Heritage - Boyana Church
4. Rila mountain - highest mountain range of Bulgaria
5. UNESCO Heritage - Rila Monastery (including overnight stay inside :))
6. The Cave of St. Ivan Rilski
7. Kirilova Polyana Meadow
8. Devil's Waters waterfall
9. Sapareva Banya - an ancient small city with hot springs
10. Aqua Club Kotvata - unique outdoor thermal spa in the mountain

You will see and learn a lot about the Bulgarian history and culture - great time guaranteed :)!
Duration: 2 days.

On the course of survival, you will get a set of skills and knowledge that every person should possess. During the training, you will acquire the ability to work with equipment, get food, water and fire. Build shelter, navigate on terrain, provide first aid. These skills and knowledge will be useful during trekking and camping, and will also increase your confidence in yourself.
Duration: 9 hours.

One day mountain bike trip in the scenic mountain settings and wild trails of Vitosha mountain. Cross country, enduro, downhill – there are trails and routes for every style and every taste. Being one of the most famous and most ridden mountain bike destination in Bulgaria, Vitosha offers great variety of trails and natural beauties. Just let us know your style and biking preferences and we will choose the most appropriate route for you.
Duration: 8 hours.

This 3-day tour is divided into 3 stages of 50 km. each. We are showing you the real Bulgaria on a mountain bike! You shall meet amazing people and characters in the villages typical for this region of the country. Come with us on this tour which is enjoyed by thousands of people every year.

It's private for up to 4 people. If you need more another guide with logistics is dispatched.

All logistics are done with VW T5 (transporter) or Toyota Hilux. Maximum number of people in a group - 4.
Duration: 3 days.

This birding trip will bring you to explore the birdlife in a great variety of habitats around Sofia, the Bulgarian capital, including the conifer and broad-leaved forests in the Vitosha mountain, high mountain meadows, marshlands, steppe and Karst areas.
The key species of birds to be seen during the trip include the Great Bittern, Little Bittern, Purple Heron, Great White Egret, Ferruginous Duck, Garganey, Long-legged Buzzard, Short-toed Eagle, Little Crake, Corncrake, Water Rail, European Bee-eater, Eurasian Hoopoe, White-backed Woodpecker (ssp. lilfordi), Black Woodpecker, Grey-headed Woodpecker, Syrian Woodpecker, Calandra Lark, Tawny Pipit, Water Pipit, Black-headed Yellow Wagtail, Red-breasted Flycatcher, Semi-collared Flycatcher, Rufous-tailed Rock Thrush, Ring Ouzel (ssp. alpestris), Isabelline Wheatear, Sombre Tit, Black-headed Bunting, Ortolan Bunting, Rock Bunting and many others.

Best time: mid-April - July
Duration: 8 to 10 hours.

Vitosha is the first park in Bulgaria and on the Balkan Peninsula. It was declared a national park on 27 October 1934. In 2000 the park was categorized as Natural. Nowadays its territory is 27,079 ha. Two reserves are situated on its territory (biosphere reservation “Bistrishko Branishte” (Bistritsa Forest Reserve) and “Torfeno Branishte” (Turf Forest Reserve), as well as one natural landmark (the Duhlata Cave).

Vitosha offers excellent conditions for winter treks. We take you at the Vitosha Nature Park for an unforgettable snowshoes experience. Be ready! Let's experience the mountain hidden gems together.

If the weather conditions do no allow snowshoeing you are going to be upgraded for free to hiking the Vitosha mountains with the Black peak with a total duration of about 5,5 hours.
Duration: 6 hours.

Enjoy Bulgaria’s most picturesque alpine treks in the Rila and Pirin Mountains. Trek across huge national parks with broad alpine meadows, serrated summits, glacier lakes, and stone rivers. Encounter rare plant and animal life.

We are going to do a day hikes with small backs – trekking is much more pleasant when you are not caring heavy back.

Тhe other experience is to get a full introduction to Bulgarian wines during a guided tasting at local wineries.

Highlights

- Hiking in Four mountains
- Climb some of the highest peaks on the Balkans
- Explore the best alpine trails of pristine Bulgaria
- Discover the National Parks of Rila and Pirin
- Meet new people
- Taste local delights
- Tasting the Top Bulgarian wines
- Two UNESCO heritages
- Staying in one of the most ancient city in the world – Plovdiv

Best period: July – October!
Duration: 7 days.

Our 1-day snowshoeing adventure in Vitosha Mountains gives you the opportunity to experience an enjoyable day outdoors in the winter charm of the mountain forests. It will be an exciting active day out in the nature with a lot of fun and spectacular panoramas.

Duration: 1 day.

A tremendous self-drive experience with an electric car in Bulgaria. Explore Bulgaria like no other with our super tech and user-friendly tour supported by local guides on spot.
Duration: 5 days.

Vitosha Mountain is the jewel of Sofia. Get to know it by embarking on a one-day winter adventure with snowshoes to its highest peak - Cherni Vrah. In winter the mountain offers unforgettable views, and from the top we will be able to enjoy views of Sofia from above and behind it the Stara Planina mountain range. On the other side we will see the sharp peaks of Rila Mountain. We will spend our day in the fresh air and drink herbal tea in mountain huts. We will also pass through the winter resort of Sofia - Aleko.
Duration: 6 hours.

This is a Private Tour so you will not be combined with other people besides those in your reservation- there will be a private car and a private driver- guide just for you!

With this this tour you will see: Boyana Church- a UNESCO Heritage sight and National Historical Museum, hike to Boyana lake and Boyana waterfall, stone river of Golden Bridges.

Most times the trips are done with eco friendly cars - with cng engine or electro mobiles, so that we can help fighting the air polution.
Duration: 8 hours.

An unique mix of hiking and paragliding over the Bulgarian capital Sofia. An experiences of a lifetime lead by professional guides.
Duration: 6 hours.

During the 8 hours trip, you will see really amazing places, starting from our meeting point St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, then going by car/van to the breathtaking, 186-metre tall TV tower - Kopitoto ("The Hoof"), situated on top of Vitosha mountain at 1,348 m altitude. You will have unique opportunity to walk around the cliff and take stunning pictures of Sofia from the TOP :)! Next stop will be the UNESCO heritage - about 900 years old - Boyana Church. After the visit we will bring you to a very nice traditional Bulgarian restaurant. When we finish our lunch we will go to another amazing place in the nature - Plana mountain (we do horse riding there)! Then we go to Sapareva Banya village and the hot spring mineral pools there :)! Regardless of the weather you will have the pleasure to dip yourself in the hot mineral waters in an outdoor swimming pools with a magnificent views! Afterwards, we will bring you back to the starting point in Sofia - St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral :)!
Duration: 8 hours 30 minutes.

This Sofia Full Day guided tour is a brilliant way to get an overview of the city and experience the local atmosphere for a day.
Start the day with a walking tour around the beautiful centre of this 7,000-year-old capital. Your tour leader will reveal the area's main sites and Sofia’s well-kept secrets and places. Some of the highlights of your walking tour:
- Bulgarian Parliament
- Russian Church
- National Gallery
- National Theatre
- The Presidency
- St. Nedelya Church
- St. George’s Rotunda
- Largo Complex
- Roman ruins of Serdica
- Banya Bashi Mosque
- Central Market Hall
- Central Baths
- The Synagogue
- St. Sofia Church
- St. Aleksander Nevski Cathedral
- Sofia University
- National Library
- Vasil Levski monument
- Shipka and Oborishte streets
- Eagle’s Bridge
- Visit of all major landmarks in Sofia
The tour continues through less known places which we will explore by vehicle. Time for lunch on the foot of Vitosha and the Boyana Church will be the last stops for the day.
Duration: 6 hours.

Night comes and our adventure begins. We invite you to see the mountain from a different point of view, to fight against your fears, to lose and find yourself in the maze of the dark woods. In that walking tour, you can feel the silence and see some of the night animals like Salamandra salamandra or Bufo bufo. In our highest point, you will be awarded the light of Sofia – this never sleeping beauty.
Do you want to join in the long dark?


Duration: 7 to 9 hours.

We offer your a Multi-adventure from Sofia in the Unseen Vitosha mountains. A tour like no other starting from Sofia and ensuring you experience the best for 2 days. You will have the chance to enjoy fantastic views of the Vitosha mountain and have fun during this tour with a private mountain guide at your own pace and time.
Duration: 2 days.