The 10 Best Thermal Baths & Spa Days in Bulgaria

1.Half Day Tour around Sofia and the mountains with Thermal Spa

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $210Our pick

Start at Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, then visit Sofia’s National Museum of History, Vitosha Mountain, Kopitoto, Boyana Church, and Pancharevo Lake. Finish with two to three hours at Korali’s outdoor thermal pool. Guides such as Dimitry and Rado provide transport, explanations, photos, and English-language help.

“We had a great experience, the places we visit were all interesting and we cover the most relevant aspects of sofia Rado is an excelent guide always ready to answer questions, help us with pictures and explaining us detaila of all points we visited”

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2.Seven Rila Lakes Snowshoe Hike and Thermal Baths Full-Day Tour from Sofia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $144

Leave Sofia early with an English-speaking mountain leader, ride the chairlift to 2,150 meters, and snowshoe toward the frozen Kidney Lake. You get snowshoes, poles, transport, hotel pickup, and about 2.5 hours on the trail. Afterward, warm up in Sapareva Banya’s mineral pools. Bring food, and budget extra for the lift and spa.

“Our tour guide was amazing! The view was absolutely beautiful. Definitely want to come back during the summer to do the hike again!”

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3.The Best of Bansko: Magical Snowshoeing Adventure & SPA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $124

From Bansko, guides such as Dobrin, Filip, Wolfgang, and Dobrev lead a six to seven-hour winter outing in Pirin National Park. You’ll learn to use snowshoes and poles, hike at a suitable pace, and finish with a soak in Dobrinishte’s mineral pools. Routes can vary by weather, ability, and group wishes.

“This was very unique and fun hike!! The snow and forest are truly beautiful and the guide Dobrev was very nice and explained everything to us and provided a lot of info! The booking was fast and easy, and the hot pools at the end perfect after a cold walk!”

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4.Seven Rila lakes-Snowshoeing with Waterfall and Hot Mineral pools

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $150

Join a small English-speaking group from Sofia for a snowshoe hike in Rila National Park, reaching the Tear Lake at about 2,500 meters. Guides including Velko, Veselin, Marin, Iva, and Miran adapt the route to weather and fitness. The day ends at Kotvata’s thermal pools and saunas.

“The most memorable part of our experience was to face our fears in the middle of these huge mountains, covered by an incredible mantle of snow. Vez, our guide, was experienced and helped us to hike: he gave advices, technical tips and was very friendly. I'd recommend this experience to anyone who wants to explore Bulgarian nature and to live a thrill that can change his/her mind, and probably his/her life.”

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5.Hot Mineral Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $58

Leave Borovets for Sapareva Banya, home to Bulgaria’s only geyser and outdoor mineral pools at several temperatures. Your air-conditioned ride leaves from Hotel Samokov, with guide-driver Dobrin praised for his friendly local knowledge. Allow about three hours, including two hours at the springs. Entry and pickup are included.

“Excellent and relaxing. We really enjoyed our experience and our local guide was knowledgeable and friendly. Would highly recommend!”

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6.Villa Victoria Thermal pool escape

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 12 reviews · from $56Best value

Travel from central Bansko to Villa Victoria in Banya, about 15 minutes away, for roughly two hours in mineral water. Swim in the 36 to 38 C main pool, soak in the 40 C jacuzzi, and use the changing rooms and restaurant. Bring flip flops, or buy a pair for 5 Lev.

“Great value for money. Pick up was in a great location, very central to town. Villa Victoria was lovely, pool perfect temperature to soothe tired muscles”

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7.The Best of Sofia: Magical Snowshoeing Adventure in Vitosha & SPA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $103

Join guide Dobrin for a 4 to 8-hour winter outing from Sofia into Vitosha Natural Park. Learn snowshoe basics, choose a route suited to your fitness, then relax in hot mineral pools near Pancharevo Lake. Equipment and transport are included, while spa entry, snacks, and any chairlift ticket cost extra.

“Had a blast trip. The entire trip was perfect. Dobrin, our guide is very knowledgeable and went the extra mile to ensure everything was perfect. We hiked in the snow for around 3 hours and Dobrin emanated to show us all the good spots.”

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8.Private Day Trip to Sapareva Banya for SPA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $119

Leave Sofia at 9am in a private, air-conditioned, Wi-Fi-equipped vehicle and reach Sapareva Banya in about 90 minutes. You get up to five hours at a local spa with indoor and outdoor pools, saunas, a steam bath, and a relaxation area. Driver Krassimir is noted for punctual, patient service. Spa entry costs 8 to 16 euros extra.

“It was a nice trip . It is not a big place with a few pools with different temperatures of mineral water.We were able to relax and get ready for more activities . It was also easy and picturesque ride from Sofia. Our driver , Krassimir, was in time and very helpful.”

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9.The Best of Borovets: Magical Snowshoeing Adventure in Rila & SPA

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $278

Join Magical Tours Bulgaria for a flexible snowshoe outing near Borovets, led by Dobrin. Explore frozen lakes, waterfalls, rivers, and old forests in Rila National Park, with snowshoes and poles supplied. The day ends at Sapareva Banya’s naturally heated mineral pools. Bring swimwear, a towel, and flip flops.

“I had an exceptional experience with the snow hiking guide service ( the amazing Dobrin). The professionalism displayed was outstanding, ensuring a safe and enjoyable journey. The guides were not only friendly but also highly knowledgeable, providing valuable insights, take a lot of photo…”

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10.Infinity spa

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · from $75

At Infinity Spa in Varna, you choose a treatment and enjoy about two hours in a calm therapy setting. Options include Turkish bath, aromatherapy massage with rose oil, sauna and steam bath access, and use of the fitness room. English and Russian service, pickup, mobile tickets, and return transport help keep the visit simple.

“I stayed in Ibero Star with my family in August 2019, and me and my wife decided to have a turkish bath in Infinity Spa, the therapists and all the staff are very welcoming and real professionals!! Our treatment started with sauna and steam bath, Read more”

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