Great outdoors

Seven Rila Lakes full-day hiking tour from Sofia

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£35.00

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Language: English

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Duration: 10 hours

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Guided tour

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Small group

Why you’ll love this…

You'll visit the Seven Rila Lakes, a group of glacial lakes, on a full-day hiking trip
You'll be accompanied by an expert guide, starting with a scenic drive from Sofia
There will be a scenic chairlift ride offering sweeping vistas of the Rila Mountains
The experience features a 4-5 hour guided hike with photo stops and rest breaks

What to expect

Spend a day exploring the serene Seven Rila Lakes, nestled within Bulgaria's highest mountain range, the Rila Mountains. Your expert guide will lead you through this day-long adventure, beginning with a scenic journey from the capital. Upon arrival, prepare to be captivated by the panoramas of the mountains during a chairlift ride.

Once at the top, set off on foot to explore the seven lakes. The hike, which lasts between four and five hours, allows ample opportunities for photo stops and rest breaks. As you traverse the terrain, each lake reveals itself in turn, offering a new spectacle at every step.

What's included

Guided tour
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Multilingual audio commentary

What's not included

Food and drinks
Cable car ticket

Where

Rila Monastery Bus From Sofia (Bus stop), Sofia, Bulgaria

Meeting point:

The trip starts from the car park behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.

What to remember

Not allowed:

Sandals and flip-flops are not permitted on this tour
Pets are not allowed

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

Chairlift ticket (approximately €15 per person)

Know in advance:

This is a small-group tour limited to 15 people
Minimum age to join the tour is 10 years
A moderate amount of walking is involved (4 to 5 hours). The hike is demanding, so a good fitness level is required
An English-speaking tour guide will accompany you throughout the day. Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, and Russian. Internet connection is required to download and use the audio guide
As with all lifts, the one used for the hike to The Seven Rila Lakes may stop anytime due to factors such as strong winds or power cuts. In the rare case that this happens, an alternative hike will be offered on the spot by the guide. Refunds cannot be provided under these circumstances
The ideal time for this tour is from mid-June to mid-September. Outside these months, the availability of the tour is weather-dependent and subject to the operation of the chairlift. Be prepared for potentially wet and slippery conditions, with lingering snow in some areas. Adequate equipment such as sturdy trekking boots, waterproof clothing, and warm layers beneath your jacket is essential. Please note that some of the lakes may still be covered in snow during these periods

Remember to bring:

Hiking boots, warm clothing, a rain jacket, sunglasses, and sunscreen

Provider

Traventuria Ltd.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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