Self-guided tour to Rila Mountains and the Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia
Do this because
- Explore Bulgaria's highest glacial lakes
- Enjoy nature on a leisurely walk that can be modified for your fit level
- See panoramic views surrounded by rugged peaks and deep valleys
What to expect
Take a full-day trek to the Rila Mountains to leasurely walk among the nature of it's Seven Rila Lakes. With your free time you will reach the highest lakes in Bulgaria and enjoy the superb scenery.
The Seven lakes of Rila are a group of glacial lakes situated between 2100 and 2500 m above sea level, surrounded by rugged peaks and deep valleys.
After a drive of 1.5-hours you will reach the Panichishte resort area, where you'll board the chairlift to the Rila Lakes mountain hut. From here continue on foot to explore the cirque and its pearls – the Eye, the Tear, the Kidney, the Twins, the Trefoil, the Fish Lake and the Lower Lake.
Important to know
- Note this is a self-guided tour, you will need to arrange your own transportation to/from the activity location(s)
- This self-guided tour includes reading material (via PDF) available in English, Russian, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Turkish, Romanian, Serbian and Dutch
- Please contact the tour operator to request your preferred language. You will find their information on the voucher after booking
- The reading material (PDF) will be sent to your email address
- This reading material will be a customized PDF in your selected language and will include instructions on how to arrive to the starting location, travel tips and detailed explanations about the sights you will visit
- Ticket for the chairlift (18 lev per person) is not included in the price of this tour
- Bring with you at least 18 lev (€9) per person
What’s included
Personalized reading material (PDF)
What’s not included
Chairlift ticket
Food and drinks
Roundtrip transportation
Driver guide
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
VIP-Sliven Ltd.
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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