Iskar Gorge Trek, Skaklia Waterfall and Cherepish Monastery Tour from Sofia

Sofia, Bulgaria

6 to 8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Discover the natural wonders of Bulgaria on this full-day hiking tour from Sofia. Set out on a 3-hour trek through the Iskar Gorge, admire the stunning Skaklia Waterfall, and enjoy lunch (own expense) overlooking the Iskar River Ravine. Finally, visit the magnificent Cherepish Monastery, at the foot of the Balkan Mountains.

Full-day Iskar Gorge trek, Skaklia Waterfall, and Cherepish Monastery from Sofia
Marvel at the natural landscapes of the Iskar Gorge and Skaklia Waterfall on a guided 3-hour hike
Enjoy lunch (own expense) at a restaurant overlooking the Iskar River Ravine
Tour the historic Cherepish Monastery, including the monastery church and cloister
Great-value tour includes hotel pickup and round-trip transport
Small-group tour limited to 8 people ensures a personalized experience

What's Included

All local taxes
All transfers with private car or bus as per itinerary
English-speaking licensed mountain guide
Guided tour of Cherepich Monastery
Hotel pick up and drop off

Food and drinks (allow 5€ - 6€ for lunch pack or 10€ - 13€ for 3 course lunch in a restaurant)
Travel insurance
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pick-up from travelle's hotel, address of accommodation, or other preferred location within the city of Sofia included

Itinerary

Waterfall Skaklya (Zasele)

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Iskar Gorge

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Lakatnik

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cherepish Monastery

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Moderate hiking tour
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.0

based on 4 reviews

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This is a bit of a...

Amanda_S, Apr 2025

This is a bit of a journey. The afternoon the day before our excursion, I got a message that our tour guide was not well, and so we could either cancel and receive a refund, or book in for a different tour. That is fine. However, we opted to do a different tour instead, this one to Rila Monastery, Caves, and the Stob Pyramids. We were picked up on time. However, we were picked up in the guide's personal vehicle. He said that since it was Easter, many of the rental places were closed (?). I wouldn't mind so much, but the van was old and not clean. As we engaged with our tour, I became more and more certain that our guide had never run this tour before. He had a minimal amount of additional knowledge about the sites, and when we were at the Rila Monastery, basically just read to us from the signs. I normally don't give bad reviews, but I probably wouldn't recommend this travel company.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Dear Amanda, Your review is not only disappointing—it is deeply unfair and shows a concerning lack of empathy. I was originally scheduled to be your guide on the Iskar Gorge tour on April 20th. Tragically, I became severely ill with viral gastroenteritis the day before—high fever, constant vomiting, and debilitating dehydration. In any normal scenario, this would have meant an immediate cancellation of the tour. Instead, knowing it was the Easter holiday weekend and that finding an alternative experience would be nearly impossible on such short notice, I refused to leave you empty-handed. While barely able to stand, I worked urgently to find a replacement guide and a new tour that could still give you a memorable day. The tour you joined—visiting the Rila Monastery, the caves, and the Stob Pyramids—is significantly more expensive than the one you initially booked. Yet, I offered it at no extra charge to you, simply because I didn’t want your holiday ruined. Due to the Easter closures, the guide had to use his personal vehicle—a last-minute, practical solution. While not a commercial van, it was used to ensure the tour happened at all. The guide, stepping in at the very last moment, may not have delivered a polished performance, but he was willing to save a tour he hadn’t planned for, and I commend him for it. This was not a case of negligence or unprofessionalism—it was a case of a small business moving mountains to help a guest despite major obstacles. Rather than appreciate the effort that went into salvaging your experience, you chose to publicly criticize a tour that, by all rights, should’ve been canceled. To future guests reading this: we are a company that will move heaven and earth to deliver a meaningful experience—even in the face of illness, holiday shutdowns, and impossible logistics. While we’re proud of our hundreds of glowing reviews, we’re even more proud of how we handle challenges behind the scenes—something this reviewer clearly failed to recognize. Sincerely, Kiril Kostov Founder & Manager Azimut Tours

We had an excellent time on the tour...

Skye C, Aug 2017

We had an excellent time on the tour, guide was very informative and friendly. We would love to do it again during spring time.

This was an amazing experience. Nice...

Velayudhan P, Sep 2016

This was an amazing experience. Nice hiking route. Since this was in September the water fall had dried up. but the route was truly amazing. Nada the Azimuth travel agency Guide was very good and she know the area well . overall a nice trip and i recommend this trip