The 3 Best Massage & Relaxation Hikes

1.7 Rila Lakes Hiking & Thermal Spa Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 46 reviews · 1 day · from $129Our pick

Travel from Sofia to the Seven Rila Lakes with an English-speaking guide, ride the chairlift above the tree line, and choose a three or five-hour hike. Finish with thermal pools in Sapareva Banya, where water temperatures range from 15 to 45°C.

“One of the most amazing experiences and highly recommended for anyone visiting Bulgaria. It was a pleasure hiking around the Rila Lakes area with Mariya who was super knowledgeable and fun to be with. The experience provided breathtaking views of Rila Lakes and surrounding. To top it all off, the spa experience gave us a great way to unwind after a long day of hiking.”

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2.Imbros Gorge Hiking Tour & Beach Relaxation

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · 9 hours - 630 minutes · from $35Best value

Leave Chania by air-conditioned bus for a guided 7 km walk through Imbros Gorge, then spend two hours swimming or eating beside Frangokastello. Guides such as Iniki and Irenya have led recent departures. Bring sturdy shoes, water, snacks, sunscreen, and cash for the gorge fee.

“Vores guide Irenya var fantastisk 👍hun havde meget empati, var fantastisk til at formidle både fakta omkring Kreta og hvordan vi skulle forholde os i kløften”

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3.Seven Rila Lakes Day Trip from Sofia Guided Hike Lunch & Spa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 8 hours · from $116Top rated

Join Simeon or another local guide for a small-group hike to the Seven Rila Lakes, with chairlift access, winter gear when needed, a Bulgarian mountain lunch, and a stop at Sapareva Banya. A premium option adds thermal pools and sauna time.

“Semplicemente un posto meraviglioso. Le due guide super gentili e disponibili. Attrezzatura ottima, cibo delizioso . La Spa una vera chicca , super rilassante dopo una giornata in montagna .”

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