Roots & Rise: A 6-Day Hiking & Yoga Journey through the Bulgarian Mountains

6-Day Hiking & Yoga Retreat in the Rila Mountains

Join me for a unique journey through the heart of the Rila Mountains—where every sunrise is a fresh start and every step brings you closer to nature, stillness, and self.

We’ll hike along stunning trails, practice daily yoga and meditation, and enjoy simple, nourishing vegetarian meals—sometimes with fresh produce from my family’s garden. Mornings begin with energizing asanas, while moments of silence (Mauna) during walks or meals invite deeper presence.

Nights are spent in remote mountain huts—rustic and shared, with up to 10 beds per room. It’s a true communal experience, just like hikers and locals have embraced for generations.

This retreat also offers a glimpse into Bulgaria’s past. We’ll visit places shaped by the communist era and explore quiet, forgotten corners full of history and character.

Come for the movement, the breath, the stories—and leave with a deeper connection to nature, to others, and to yourself.

What’s included:

• Transport from & to Sofia

• Guided hikes

• Morning & evening yoga sessions

• Accommodation in authentic mountain huts and hotel in selo Kostenetz

• 3 Local vegetarian meals per day

• Time to journal, reflect, connect, and just be

Not included:

• Flight tickets 

• Medical insurance

• Visa (if applicable)

• Extra activities such as spa treatments or massages

• Additional meals and personal expenses

 
If you need help booking your flight or accommodation in Sofia, assistance with insurance, or anything else, I’m here to help.
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What to Expect 
 

• 6 days of movement, mindfulness & mountain air

• Scenic hikes to Hut Venetitza & Belmeken

• Sunrise & sunset yoga sessions

• Rustic hut stays & time offline

• Shared meals, stories, and soul-deep rest

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