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Rila Monastery and 7 Rila Lakes Self-Guided Shared Trip from Sofia

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This self-guided, shared shuttle tour will take you to both the 7 Rila Lakes area in the morning and then in the afternoon to the UNESCO Rila Monastery in the Rila National park - Bulgaria's most famous natural and cultural sites. In the morning the shuttle bus tour bus will take you to the start of the hiking routes ar the Rila Lakes area and base station of the chair lift from where you can take the chair-lift up in the mountain. You have more than 5 hours for your self-guided tour of the Rila Lakes area. After that in the afternoon the shared shuttle will take you to the Rila Monastery - Bulgaria's most visited cultural and historical site. You have more than 1 hour to explore the monastery site on your own.
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  • Driver
  • Round-trip shared transfer
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Entrance fees - Rila Lakes chairlift ticket (25 BGN per person, two-way)
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks
  • Guide services
  • Mountain rescue insurance
Departure Point

пл. „Княз Александър I“ 1, 1000 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria Go to the car parking at Knyaz Aleksander I square (in front of The Palace - National Art Gallery). Look for a vehicle with Rila Shutle sign. Nearest metro station is Serdika.

Return Details

пл. „Княз Александър I“ 1, 1000 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria Go to the car parking at Knyaz Aleksander I square (in front of The Palace - National Art Gallery). Look for a vehicle with Rila Shutle sign. Nearest metro station is Serdika.

  • St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Sofia, Bulgaria
    Enjoy stunning morning views of Sofia's main landmark
    15 minutes
  • Seven Rila Lakes, Sofia, Bulgaria
    Admire the beautiful Seven Rila Lakes at your own pace
    360 minutes
  • Rila Monastery, Rila, Bulgaria
    Admire the biggest Christian Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria
    60 minutes
  • Rila Shuttle, Sofia, Bulgaria
    Travel with ease to the Rila mountains from Sofia on the Rila Shuttle
    780 minutes
  • Rila Mountains, Rila, Bulgaria
    Enjoy the beauty of the Rila Mountain in Bulgaria
    780 minutes
  • Rila National Park, Rila, Bulgaria
    Spend your day at Bulgaria's most beautiful mountain
    780 minutes
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A moderate to intensive amount of walking is involved (walking/hiking experience is a must)
  • Comfortable walking shoes and clothes suitable for mountain/walking are required
  • Sun cream and sunglasses are strongly recommended
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Dress code at the Rila Monastery: high heels, short skirts and trousers, shirts with no sleeves, etc. are not allowed in the monastery.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
egelyk2022
13 Nov 2024
Everything was well-organized, and Philip made sure we had all the details and tips for the 7 Lakes hike and Rila Monastery. The views were amazing, and the trail was easy to follow. Highly recommend this tour for anyone in Sofia. ????
DiegoAlejandro_G
11 Nov 2024
Philip is very friendly and always available to answer any questions you might have even though it is a self-guided tour. Everything was handled perfectly. The landscape was amazing. Make sure to bring confortable shoes. Thank you Philip
diegoalejandrog65
11 Nov 2024
Philip is very friendly and always available to answer any questions you might have even though it is a self-guided tour. Everything was handled perfectly. The landscape was amazing. Make sure to bring confortable shoes. Thank you Philip
This tour in Sofia is organized by URCA Ltd

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