A unique mountain hike above the clouds in the highest mountains on The Balkan Peninsula. During this 8-day trek, we will visit the highest peak on the Balkan Peninsula - Musala in the Rila Mountains (2925m a.s.l.) and the giant of the Pirin Mountains (Vihren, 2914 m a.s.l.). We will explore enormous national parks, housing vast alpine meadows, stone rivers, glacial lakes, rare vegetation and rich animal life. We will also visit the most prominent Bulgarian monastery and probably the most famous Bulgarian landmark - the Rila Monastery. Highlights - Rila Mountains - the highest mountains in Bulgaria and on the Balkan Peninsula with Mount Musala - 2925 m a.s.l. - Pirin Mountains - the second-highest in Bulgaria after Rila Mountains and the third in the Balkan Peninsula (Mount Vihren 2914 m a.s.l.). - Rila Monastery (1147 m a.s.l.) - the biggest monastery in Bulgaria, part of the UNESCO World Heritage List Price includes: 6 nights at standard hotels in a double room with ensuite facilities 1 night in a hut (shared facilities) meals as per the program all ground transportation English-speaking guide lift tickets airport transfers on day 1 and day 8 VAT and all local taxes luggage transfers from point to point (except on days 5-6) Not included: flight tickets entrance fees additional transfers tips drinks and meals not mentioned insurance personal expenses Additional services: supplement for a small group (2-3 people): 90 EUR p.p maps: 5 BGN/ per map (could be requested in advance when booking the tour) transfer Sofia airport - hotel on other days: 15 EUR one way per vehicle (1-3 people),