The Seven Rila Lakes - Small Group Day Tour from Sofia

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August 2025

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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!!!
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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

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.

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The Seven Rila Lakes - Small Group Day Tour from Sofia

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