Self-guided tour to Rila Mountains and the Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia
Art, culture and gastronomy
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Take a full-day trek to the Rila Mountains and walk among the nature of Bulgaria's Seven Rila Lakes.
Take a full-day trek to the Rila Mountains to leasurely walk among the nature of it's Seven Rila Lakes. With your free time you will reach the highest lakes in Bulgaria and enjoy the superb scenery.
Highlights
- Explore Bulgaria's highest glacial lakes
- Enjoy nature on a leisurely walk that can be modified for your fit level
- See panoramic views surrounded by rugged peaks and deep valleys
Description
The Seven lakes of Rila are a group of glacial lakes situated between 2100 and 2500 m above sea level, surrounded by rugged peaks and deep valleys.After a drive of 1.5-hours you will reach the Panichishte resort area, where you'll board the chairlift to the Rila Lakes mountain hut. From here continue on foot to explore the cirque and its pearls – t...
What's Included
- Personalized reading material (PDF)
- Chairlift ticket, Food and drinks, Roundtrip transportation, Driver guide
Important informations
- Instant confirmation Where: District 8, Plot 2, Sapareva bania, 2650, 2650 Panichishte, Bulgaria Meeting point: Begin your self-guided tour at the Panichishte resort area. What to remember: Note this is a self-guided tour, you will need to arrange your own transportation to/from the activity location(s)This self-guided tour includes reading material (via PDF) available in English, Russian, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Turkish, Romanian, Serbian and DutchPlease contact the tour operator to request your preferred language. You will find their information on the voucher after bookingThe reading material (PDF) will be sent to your email addressThis reading material will be a customized PDF in your selected language and will include instructions on how to arrive to the starting location, travel tips and detailed explanations about the sights you will visitTicket for the chairlift (18 lev per person) is not included in the price of this tourBring with you at least 18 lev (€9) per person When: Please refer to the calendar for updated starting times and availability
- It is the traveler's sole responsibility to have all the necessary documentation up to date, so research in advance everything that is required at the destination of your activity.
Care of Covid-19
Remember that with a pandemic, the documentation required may vary from place to place. Confirm what local authorities may require: proof of full vaccination, negative PCR test, and more. Find out what are the requirements of your destination and the location of the activity.
Oh, and don't forget to wear a mask, clean your hands often, and try to maintain social distance.