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Your Rila Mountains Holiday

With a Rila Mountains holiday package, you can forget about planning hassles and focus on experiencing everything this wonderful destination has on offer. With so much to do and see on a trip to Rila Mountains, it can be difficult to know where to start. Kick off your travels in Rilski Manastir at Seven Rila Lakes and Kartala Ski Resort — two leading attractions here. Another great city worth adding to your itinerary is Panichishte. Don't miss Seven Rila Lakes and Saparevo Banski & SPA. Expedia has hotels, flights and whatever else you need to help you organise your very own customised Rila Mountains holiday today.

Top Rila Mountains Flight + Hotel Deals

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ART HOTEL 158

ART HOTEL 158

3 out of 5
Sofia City Center
Save 100% on your flight
per person
1 Oct - 8 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
London (LON) to Sofia (SOF)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Spacious, clean room. Quick check in with friendly staff. Very walkable for Sofia Center and Metro. Hotel is on a quiet street too so very little outside noise. Bathroom was very clean and modern.

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Regnum Banya Thermal Hotel

Regnum Banya Thermal Hotel

4.5 out of 5
per person
1 Oct - 8 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
London (LON) to Sofia (SOF)
No reviews
ESTE PARK Hotel Plovdiv

ESTE PARK Hotel Plovdiv

4 out of 5
per person
2 Oct - 9 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
London (LON) to Sofia (SOF)
10/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
Helpful staff; very modern and clean; great location

Reviewed on 20 May 2025

Corner House

Corner House

2 out of 5
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per person
2 Oct - 9 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
London (LON) to Sofia (SOF)
No reviews
Sofia Balkan Palace

Sofia Balkan Palace

5 out of 5
Sofia City Center
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per person
1 Oct - 8 Oct
found 1 day ago
Return flight included
London (LON) to Sofia (SOF)
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Cool building where

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Rila Mountains Essential Information

Language
Bulgarian
Currency
Bulgarian levs
Local Welcome
Zdrasti
Local Goodbye
Doviždane
Closest Airport
Sofia Airport (SOF)

Top hotels in Rila Mountains

Rila Hotel Borovets

Rila Hotel Borovets

4 out of 5
Borovets Resort, Samokov, Samokov
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £109 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£109
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (145 reviews)
"A"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Rila Hotel Borovets
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena

5 out of 5
Pirin Street 96, Bansko
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £139 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£139
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (302 reviews)
"excellent hotel, excellent breakfast great location"

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena
Kashmir Wellness & SPA Hotel Adults Only

Kashmir Wellness & SPA Hotel Adults Only

4 out of 5
14 Doktor Doshkinov, Velingrad, Pazardjik
9.6/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"The best hotel we could ask for."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Rila Monastery

Rila Monastery

4/5(6 reviews)

Rila Monastery is just one of the places to see in Rila, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the spas and monuments while you're in the area.

Rila Monastery

Gondola Lift

3.5/5(41 reviews)

You can take time to visit Gondola Lift during your travels to Samokov. Amble within the forests or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Gondola Lift

Kartala Ski Resort

3/5(1 review)

Hit the slopes at Kartala Ski Resort during your trip to Blagoevgrad. Discover the area's museums and temples.

Kartala Ski Resort

Frequently asked questions

Why should I book my Rila Mountains holiday with Expedia?
Choose Expedia to organise your next escape with ease, all in one convenient place. Our top tip for bagging a terrific deal on a Rila Mountains getaway? Bundle your airfares, hotel and/or hire car into a package holiday. Then add a couple of fun tours and activities. Many bookings also have flexible cancellation policies, so there's no need to panic if you have to switch up your itinerary. Round-the-clock help with making tweaks to your trip is on-hand via our Customer Service Portal link.
When is the best time of year to holiday in Rila Mountains?
Peak season falls in June, July and August and is a thrilling time to visit — but be prepared for bigger crowds and longer queues. November, December and January are generally quieter times of the year. To give you an idea of what type of weather you can experience, the daytime average temperature in January, the coolest month in Rila Mountains, is -1ºC. The warmest period here is July, when temperatures hit an average of 19ºC.
How do I get a cheap holiday to Rila Mountains?
If you love bargains, bundle your bookings into a Rila Mountains holiday. Whether you're looking for flights, hotels, hire cars or activities, you can book everything in one place. You'll have endless choice at your fingertips as well. Expedia has over 400 airlines and 321,000 hotel options throughout the world to choose from. Fly with who you want, book a room where you like and save a bundle — now that's the ideal holiday! Learn more about how you can save money on your holiday when you bundle your flight and hotel bookings with Expedia.
What should I do on my Rila Mountains holiday?
Embark on a fabulous holiday in Rila Mountains as you explore some of its major attractions. Seven Rila Lakes, Rila Monastery and Malyovitsa Ski Resort are all great places to begin.
Do I need a visa for my Rila Mountains holiday?
Official government websites have all the information you need on visa requirements, application procedures and necessary documentation. Your nationality and reason for your visit, whether it be for holidays or business, will determine if you'll need a visa for Rila Mountains. Also make sure your passport is up to date and has a minimum of six months validity remaining beyond your date of return. Finalise all your travel planning well ahead of time to avoid any nasty last-minute surprises.
What should I wear on my Rila Mountains holiday?
Do a little research into the types of clothing people in Rila Mountains wear, and maybe even check out style blogs for some fashion tips. Whatever your look, try to create a versatile wardrobe full of pieces that work for your destination and showcase your unique sense of style. It's also wise to have a look at the local forecast so you can pack accordingly. July is the warmest month in Rila Mountains, with average temperatures of 19ºC. January is when much of this destination is at its coolest, so pack your bags for daytime temperatures of around -1ºC.
What does an Expedia Rila Mountains holiday include?
Hotels, flights and a cool car for all your fun road trip adventures. Simply mix and match your preferred bundle and get access to great discounts. Once you've made your booking, add on a few tours and experiences and watch your savings pile up. When it comes to crafting your Rila Mountains trip, you're the boss! Explore all sorts of styles on Expedia and discover the right fit for you and your travel companions. From the most sought-after property types, like cabins and private holiday homes, to many other options, you'll find loads of holiday rentals in Rila Mountains to select from so you can tailor your stay just the way you like it.
Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Rila Mountains holidays?
Your bank balance shouldn't stop you from going on holiday, so Expedia has worked out a solution to help. Thanks to our partnership with online lender Klarna, it's easier than ever to book a fantastic getaway without using up all your savings. Klarna offers flexible payment options at checkout that take the worry out of budgeting for your escape. Consider one of these flexible payment options:

  • Pay monthly holidays: Realise your holiday dreams sooner with Klarna's convenient monthly instalment plans. If paying over multiple transactions sounds right for you, pick this option at checkout.
  • No-deposit holidays: If not paying upfront for your trip makes hitting that "book now" button easier, opt for a no-deposit holiday plan with Klarna so that you can Book Now, Pay Later!

Can I choose my airline with a Rila Mountains Expedia holiday?
Definitely. Expedia has more than 400 partner airlines to pick from around the globe. With all that choice at your fingertips, finding the right carrier to take you to Rila Mountains will be easy.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Flight-inclusive packages are ATOL protected.