The Highest Peak of the Fore-Balkan – Vasilyov + Spa
The Fore-Balkan is calling. The climb to Vasilyov peak (1,480 m), with the hut of the same name and the rock chapel, promises not only history and nature but a remarkable 360° panorama. And afterwards - time to unwind at a spa in Ribaritsa.
Price Includes / Excludes
Price Includes
- Complete organization and coordination of the program
Tour Itinerary
The transfer to the Bogoya pass takes about 2:00 hours.
We start from the highest point of the road between Ribaritsa and Shipkovo - the locality of Bogoya. The path winds through beautiful broadleaf forest and brings us to the Vasilyov hut. From there a pleasant climb along the ridge leads to the summit. On Vasilyov itself a short rest awaits, with remarkable views over the Danubian plain, the Sopot reservoir and the main ridge of the Balkan range. We return by the same path and, if conditions allow, we will also walk to the „Vrah Vasilyov“ rock chapel, about 20 minutes away. After the trek we give ourselves a well-earned rest - a welcoming spa in Ribaritsa and good food, to round the day off properly.
Important:
Three seasons trekking equipment
Shoes
Suitable shoes for the mountain, according to the weather forecast. High ankle or low shoes. You may wear sneakers to change into at the end of the program
Spare socks
Lighting
Headlamp - An absolute must-have accessory for every mountaineer. It may be necessary for the group to start a trek very early or finish the trek in the dark (force majeure). In these situations, each participant must have a headlamp. We recommend going with a proven brand like Petzl or BlackDiamond
Spare batteries
Backpack
About 40 liters backpack - Quite enough for one or two day hikes.
Backpack cover - in case of rain
Clothing top
Depending on the season and weather conditions
T-shirt or thin thermal base layer - from merino or synthetic. In no case cotton material
Fleece
A down jacket or other jacket with synthetic insulation - a thin down jacket is recommended. Evenings and mornings in the mountains, temperatures are low. No expensive down jacket needed
Wind and water proof jacket
Thin hat and gloves
Buff
Clothing bottom
Depending on the season and weather conditions
Comfortable long pants - in the perfect case with zippers for ventilation
Sun protection
Sunglasses
Summer hat
Sun cream with high protection
Buff with UPF protection
Rain protection
Raincoat
-or-
Waterproof top and bottom
Water and food
Water (1.5 liters)
Food for the trek
Money and documents
Money
ID or passport
Other
First aid kit
Trekking poles
Cancellation Policy:
Чл. 89. (Изм. – ДВ, бр. 37 от 2018 г., в сила от 01.07.2018 г.) (1) Пътуващият има право да прекрати договора за туристически пакет по всяко време преди започването на изпълнението на туристическия пакет. The tourist owes a penalty as follows: