Private tour: Rila Mountains and The Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia

Sofia, Bulgaria

6 to 9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

The Seven Rila Lakes are one of Bulgaria’s best-known and most beautiful hikes, but with limited signposting and no public transportation, arranging an adventure can be a major hassle. Skip the stress when you book this private package, with round-trip transfers from your Sofia hotel, a live guide to lead the way, and an e-guide for additional information. Please note that chair lift tickets are at your own expense.

Hike to all seven of the Rila Lakes, including the Tear, with a guide
Capture dazzling photos of blue water and green mountainside
Private tour means you can set the hiking pace that suits your group
Hassle-free 2-way transfers from downtown Sofia hotels or the airport

What's Included

Pickup and dropoff Sofia
English-speaking guide
E-guide for your convenience

Food and drinks
Personal expenses and added destinations
Tickets for the lift

€20.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Please note that if the lift is not working you will need to walk up and down in any way. You need always to have proper mountain shoes. Without such it will be dangerous and not safe. Mountain shoes are required for the activity. If no mountain shoes the activity is swapped to another one which is easier. A mountain insurance is required at all times and you need to have one.

Operating hours
.8:30 am

Itinerary

Sofia (Pass By)

Rila Mountains (Pass By)

Rila National Park (Pass By)

Sapareva Banya (Pass By)

Seven Rila Lakes

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible

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.

Reviews

5.0

based on 5 reviews

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Alyia_H, Jul 2021

The tour was amazing! Valentin was super patient with our pace and we learned a lot from him. We had a lot of fun.

Response from Host, Jul 2021

Hello Alyssa, Thanks for your excellent review! We all do appreciate it! The Private tour: Rila Mountains and The Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia is a superb way to explore the nature and the beauty of Bulgaria off-the-beaten path. We welcome you again in Bulgaria to show you more of our beautiful country and countryside! Best regards, Hristo

Excellent!!!

Shai_Y, Dec 2019

We enjoy the order it was easy and rilabele. Also we found the travel guide pataya excelent!!!!!!!!!

Response from Host, Dec 2019

Hello Shai, Thanks for your decent review of this fantastic tour to the 7 Rila Lakes and the Rila mountain. Our guide Petia is truly fantastic and we are happy you enjoyed the trip too as many others. We welcome you anytime you visit Bulgaria to experience our tours off-the-beaten path with professional local guides. Best regards, Hristo

Nice tour with an excellent guide

Pedro A, Sep 2019

Rila Mountains are a beautiful place. Our guide Petia provided an excellent service, from pick-up to drop-off.

Response from Host, Sep 2019

Hello Pedro, Thanks for your review! We are happy as it corresponds with the same attitude during the activity. The seven Rila lakes are one of the top attractions in Bulgaria when shown by a professional guide. We welcome you back anytime you visit Bulgaria again. There is still so much to be experienced, seen and felt. That's a good start. Best regards, Hristo