Hiking in Rila mountains and climbing Malyovitsa peak
Join me in this 2-day hike in a beautiful mountainous region of Bulgaria. In particular, we will hike up to the Maliovitsa peak.
- Duration: 2 days
- Difficulty: moderate
- Price: EUR 146 per person
In short
Made to Hike lists 3 guided hiking tours in Rila, Bulgaria, run by 1 certified mountain guide. Guides are paid directly and every booking is covered by Made to Hike booking protection.
Searching for a Rila hiking tour? The 3 guided tours above run in Rila with certified local guides — compare dates, group sizes and prices, then book directly. For the wider picture, see guided hiking tours in Bulgaria.
Tours in Rila
Ski mountaineering day on Musala peak 2925m, Rila mountains, Bulgaria
Explore one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in Europe, the Rila Mountains. Join me on this ski mountaineering day on Musala (2,925 m). And live an unforgettable adventure.
- Duration: 1 day
- Difficulty: moderate
- Price: EUR 330 per person
Climbing Mussala peak 2925m - the highest peak on the Balkans
Climb Mussala peak 2925m - the highest peak in Bulgaria and on the Balkans. We start our trip from Borovets - the oldest ski resort in Bulgaria, situated in Rila Mountains.
- Duration: 1 day
- Difficulty: moderate
- Price: EUR 87 per person
Areas within Rila
- Northern Rila (1)
Certified guides working in Rila
Hiking in Rila — common questions
Do I need a guide to hike in Rila?
You can walk many marked trails in Rila independently, but a certified mountain guide is strongly recommended for glacier travel, via ferrata, exposed ridges and multi-day hut-to-hut routes. Every guide on Made to Hike holds a recognised qualification such as IFMGA, IML or an equivalent national award.
When is the best time to hike in Rila?
The main walking season in Rila runs from late spring to early autumn, when mountain huts are staffed and high paths are clear of snow. Exact dates vary by altitude and aspect — each tour listing shows the specific dates the guide runs it.
How much does a guided hike in Rila cost?
Guided tours in Rila on Made to Hike currently start from €87 per person. Price depends on trip length, group size and whether hut accommodation and meals are included — each listing sets out exactly what is covered.