School ExpeditionsCultural Discovery & Trekking in Bulgaria
- Scale Musala Peak
- Rila Monestary
- Pirin Mountain Trek
- The Balkan Mountains
CAPITAL CITY
Sofia
POPULATION
6.5 million
NATIONAL ANIMAL
Lion
CURRENCY
Euro
LANGUAGE
Bulgarian
Inspiring leadership through student-led school expeditions.
School ExpeditionsWHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Culture
Discover a country shaped by Thracian, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman influence. Explore Orthodox monasteries, Roman theatres and cobbled old towns, while sampling traditional dishes like banitsa and kebapche. Bulgaria’s culture is layered, resilient and proudly preserved.
Unmissable Experiences
Summit Musala, the highest peak in the Balkans, trek through the wild beauty of Pirin National Park, and stand in the peaceful courtyards of Rila Monastery. Wander the colourful streets of Plovdiv and explore the hilltop stronghold of Veliko Tarnovo.
Cultural R&R
After days on the trail, unwind in mountain towns and lively city squares. Relax in cosy cafés, browse artisan markets or take in sweeping views from Sofia’s parks. It’s the perfect balance of challenge, reflection and discovery.
Accommodation
Stay in locally run guesthouses, mountain lodges and small city hotels that reflect Bulgaria’s warm hospitality. From alpine huts in the Rila and Pirin Mountains to characterful stays in historic towns, accommodation is simple, comfortable and perfectly placed for adventure.
Community Initiatives
Engage with local experts, mountain guides and craftspeople who help preserve Bulgaria’s natural landscapes and cultural traditions. Through conversations, workshops and field experiences, students gain insight into sustainable tourism, heritage protection and rural livelihoods.
Your school trip to Bulgaria awaits
A land where mountains meet monasteries, Bulgaria blends wild landscapes with deep cultural roots. From the vibrant capital of Sofia to remote alpine trails, this is a country shaped by ancient civilisations, Orthodox tradition and dramatic natural beauty.
Explore cobbled old towns and Roman ruins, stand beneath the golden domes of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and visit the mountain sanctuary of the Rila Monastery. Trek through the rugged peaks of the Rila and Pirin ranges, summit Musala, and follow forest trails in the Balkan Mountains where nature feels vast and untouched.
A school expedition here is about perspective and perseverance. Bulgaria will stretch you physically in its mountains, challenge your curiosity through its layered history, and leave you with a stronger sense of resilience, connection and discovery.
Un sustainable development goal
Key UN SDGs explored on our school trips to Bulgaria include 4: Quality Education, as students deepen their understanding of European history, cultural identity and environmental stewardship through immersive, place based learning. From summiting Musala in the Rila Mountains to exploring the UNESCO listed Rila Monastery, learners engage with Bulgaria’s spiritual, historical and natural heritage firsthand. Trekking in Pirin National Park encourages environmental awareness and field based research, while time in Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia strengthens cultural literacy, critical thinking and global perspective through encounters with Roman ruins, Orthodox architecture and traditional crafts.
