Highlights of the tour

Mineral springs in Bulgaria

Bulgaria is one of the leading SPA destinations in Europe, because of the abundance of mineral springs, located throughout the whole its territory. The number of the springs is more than 700, with different composition, temperature and properties of the mineral water. These are the Ancient Thracians that have built some of the oldest settlements in Bulgaria around thermal springs. They were first to discover the healing quality of the water and had built their cities nearby.
Most of these settlements become nowadays some of the best SPA resorts in Bulgaria. We select few of them to present you their treasures.

Sandanski

There are over 80 mineral water springs in the town. The mineral waters are perfect for outdoor swimming all year round and have a strong healing effect. The area is known for its low humidity and high average temperature. Local mineral water is clear, transparent, with pleasant taste; it is used for a treatment of disorders of gastrointestinal tract and kidneys. Mineral waters of Sandanski belong to acroterms (42-81°С). The waters are of bicarbonate and sulphate sodium type, with neutral to a slightly alkaline reaction, rich in flour and metasilicic acid – this defines their therapeutic value.

Program of the trip

Sandanski is a picturesque town situated on the south-western slopes of the Pirin Mountains, famous for its climatic and spa resources. After a qualified medical test you will be directed to the right treatment program – fitness, weight losing, arthro-rheumatical, antitab, longevity antistress etc. 

1st DAY

Arrival at Sofia Airport. Private transfer by bus/car. 

Accommodation, optional:

• 5*  Sofia Hotel Balkan or similar
• 5* Hotel All Seasons Residence (in the Vitosha Mountain) or similar
• 4* Hotel Downtown or similar
• 3* Hotel Hotel Niky or similar 

Dinner at the typical Bulgarian restaurant. Overnight.

2nd DAY 

After breakfast departure for Sandanski. Accommodation at 4-star or 5-star SPA Hotel. 

Lunch. Leisure time. Dinner. Overnight. 

3rd DAY

Breakfast at the hotel. Medical check-up and treatment procedures.

Lunch. 

Sightseeing tour of Sandanski, including the major attractions of the town. 

Dinner. Overnight. 

4th DAY

Breakfast. Treatment procedures. 

Lunch. 

Organized picnic at the Popina Laka country spot with its picturesque waterfalls and meadows; folklore program. 

Overnight. 

5th DAY

Breakfast. Treatment procedures. 

Lunch. Leisure time. Dinner. Overnight. 

6th DAY

Breakfast. Treatment procedures. 

Lunch. Leisure time. Culinary course for national dishes. Dinner. Overnight. 

7th DAY

Breakfast. Treatment procedures. 

Lunch. Leisure time. Dinner. Overnight. 

8th DAY

Breakfast. Excursion to the Rozhen Monastery – a remarkable monument of Bulgarian Revival Period. A folklore evening in Melnik – the smallest town of Bulgaria, preserving its unique architecture.

Overnight.

9th DAY 

Breakfast. Visit of the Rila Monastery, an architectural, historical and cultural monument, dating from the Bulgarian National Revival Period. 

Lunch. Departure for Sofia. 

Accommodation, optional:

• 5* Sofia Hotel Balkan or similar
• 5* Hotel All Seasons Residence (in the Vitosha Mountain) or similar
• 4* Hotel Downtown or similar
• 3* Hotel Hotel Niky or similar 

Dinner at the typical Bulgarian restaurant. Overnight.

10th DAY 

Breakfast at your hotel. Private transfer to Sofia Airport for homebound flight.