THE SEVEN RILA LAKES HIKE

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Spend the day in the Rila, walking around its pearls: The Seven Rila Lakes. During the last few years, this destination has become one of the most popular places for one-day hiking tours in the Rila Mountains. The reasons are several: impressive natural beauty, easy access by chairlift, a variety of paths and hiking routes in the area. If you wish to make your walk harder or easier your guide will be able to adjust the group program accordingly.

About this activity

Prices: choose your date from the booking calendar

Approximately 10 hours

Printed or mobile voucher accepted

Instant confirmation

Live mountain guide: English

Easy cancellation:Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • Visit one of the most picturesque and idyllic alpine landscapes in Bulgaria
  • Enjoy an iconic full-day hiking tour to the pristine heart of the majestic Rila National Park
  • Learn more about Bulgarian nature and mountains 
TOUR ITINERARY


07:00: The trip starts from the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral (you will receive a detailed map after you complete the booking process).


09:00: Arrival at the bottom station of the Panichishte Resort chairlift.


09:30: Arrival at the top station of the chair lift and start of the hike.


14:30: End of the hike and arrival back at the top station of the chairlift.


15:00: Arrival at the bottom station and a transfer back to Sofia.


17:00: Arrival at the starting point of the tour (Al. Nevski Square).

  • Please note that all of the timetables are approximate and are subject to change, depending on the size of the group and the traffic along the way.
PRICES

Price:  Choose your date from the booking calendar

Price (Seven Rila Lakes Guided Tour with English-speaking guide ): 40 euro per person (30 euro per person self-guide/transport only option)

Price ( Seven Rila Lakes Guided Tour) includes:

  • Transfer from Sofia to Panichishte (Panichishte chair lift) and back
  • Parking fees
  • English-speaking mountain guide throughout the tour
  • Smartphone audio guide in various languages

Prices do not include:

  • Meals and beverages
  • Chairlift ticket from Panichishte and back (30 leva = 15 euros per person, bough on spot only)
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
EXTRAS
  • You can book trekking poles in advance (recommended, especially if you have weak joints)
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
  • Food: If you have forgotten to take a lunch pack or a sandwich with you, you can take advantage of the meals on offer in the two huts on our way. The menu is limited though: soups (lentils, beans), grilled meat and some basic meals.
  • Difficulty:  this walking route is moderately arduous, with individual brief paths featuring steep inclines. Please bring along comfortable hiking boots. Sandals and flip-flops are not accepted. Rain jackets might be useful in summer as heavy showers sometimes occur in the afternoons.
    In case you want to book this tour last minute and you don’t feel well equipped for hiking during the spring and the autumn season, you can rent from us ski jackets and ski pants (at the departure point, cash payment accepted only). You can also buy from us winter trekking shoes, hats and gloves. Please mind, that we may not have available shoes and clothes to fit your size.
  • Best period: From mid-June to mid-September.
  • We also offer this tour with an additional visit of the Rila Monastery, which you can book from Here.
  • You can learn more about the Seven Rila Lakes directly from one of our guides from Here.