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The Seven Rila Lakes - Small Group Day Tour from Sofia

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Take a break from the town and enjoy a great group day trip to the nature of the Seven Rila Lakes. Feel the fresh air and hike in a breathtaking mountain atmosphere. Tour schedule: Departure Travel time to the chair lift: 1.5 – 2 hours Ride with the chair lift: 30 minutes Time for hiking: 5 hours Ride with the chair lift: 30 minutes Travel time back to Sofia: 1.5 – 2 hours
  • walking tour around the Lakes
  • transportation with a comfortable minivan
  • English speaking guide or driver, depending on the booked option
  • Fuel surcharge
  • trip to the Seven Rila Lakes
  • food & drinks
  • Cable car fee - 30 BGN, should be paid in cash on the spot – local currency only!!!
  • Gratuities
Departure Point

pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А, 1504 Old City Center, Sofia, Bulgaria The meeting point for the tour is Behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, near cafe La Cathedrale. Please be there 15 minutes in advance of the tour start time and look for travel agency City Tour.

Return Details

pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А, 1504 Old City Center, Sofia, Bulgaria The meeting point for the tour is Behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, near cafe La Cathedrale. Please be there 15 minutes in advance of the tour start time and look for travel agency City Tour.

  • St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Sofia, Bulgaria
    The meeting point for the tour is Behild Alexander Nevsky Cathedral - please be there 15 minutes before the departure time.
    15 minutes
  • Seven Rila Lakes, Sofia, Bulgaria
    The Seven Rila Lakes are just 1, 30 h away from the capital Sofia, which makes them a great day trip in the nature. All seven of the lakes have their own name which reflects its typical shape or characteristics. They are situated between 2,100 and 2,500 meters above sea level. In winter, they are frozen over and covered in snow; in summer, once melted, they are a clear emerald green and are great for picnic. The meeting point for the tour is behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, next to cafe La Cathedrale. A comfortable minivan will take you to The Panichishte Resort cable car which goes us to the Seven Rila Lakes Cirque. The hiking path is of moderate difficulty, and the walking time is about 5 hours.
    300 minutes
  • St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Sofia, Bulgaria
    At the end of the tour, the van/bus returns to the same starting point, Behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
    5 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
  • please wear comfortable walking shoes
  • please be prepared for mountain conditions- light jackets & sweatshirts even in a good weather is reccommanded
  • the tour is not suitable for hardly moving people
  • check the weather forecast accordingly
  • if you have booked a self- guided option (so, only with a driver), it is your responsibility to plan accordingly and to be on time for the return departure!
  • if you have booked a self- guided option (so, only with a driver), it is your responsibility to follow and walk only on the marked hiking routes! The tour company cannot be held responsible for any potential walking/ hiking accidents, during a tour booked with a self – guided option.
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.
E6619BQjimr
20 Sep 2025
This is a must hike if you enjoy the beauty of nature, mountains and pristine glacier lakes escorted by a talanted English speaking guide. A text message was received the night before with clear instructions on our meeting location for the bus ride from Sofia. The chair lift to the top was nice with trees covered with pine cones. After the chair lift we were above the trees for the hike. Our guide, Ivaxlo, was outstanding. Perfect English, positive personality, knowledgeable and guided our small group with different speed hikers perfectly. He provided assistance when needed to navagate the slippery decent. The three steep portions are a challenge so good shoes and perhaps poles will help your balance and walking on the loose rock trail. The views outdo the beautiful pictures of the Seven Lakes. I understand why some hike to the top while others go partway and then relax or picknic in the magnificent Rila mountains or by a lower lake before returning to the base.
Lena S
19 Jul 2025
Would highly recommend doing this as a day trip from Sofia! Good communication and driver from the company. They drop you off right next to the left going up the mountain. Bring cash for the lift and toilets/food at the huts!
N6993LUlaurak
03 Jul 2025
The guides, Simo and his daughter were super funny and took amazing care of me and my friend. They offered us water and asked if we have sunscreen with us. Also the destination was clean and we had so much fun on this trip! We absolutely recommend going.
This tour in Sofia is organized by City Tour Ltd.

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