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A mountainous landscape with several turquoise lakes and rugged terrain. 1
A person standing on a grassy hill overlooking a valley with two lakes. 2
A group of people sitting on rocks near a waterfall in a forested area. 3
A group of hikers on a grassy mountain trail with snow-capped peaks in the background. 4
A group of hikers on a mountain trail with a lake and snow-capped peaks in the background. 5
By City Tour Ltd.
Free cancellation available
Price is £26 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • 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

Activity location

  • St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
    • Aleksander Nevski Square,
    • Sofia, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • bul. "Yanko Sakazov" 7
    • 7 bulevard "Yanko Sakazov"
    • 1527, Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria

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[TR] Self-Guided

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Starting time: 07:30
Price details
£25.64 x 1 Adult£25.64
Total
Price is £25.64
Until Wed, 12 Aug

[SG] Smart Audio Guide

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Online Audio Guide: You will receive access for audio files to listen on your smartphone - available in English, Spanish, Italian and others.

Starting time: 07:30
Price details
£29.91 x 1 Adult£29.91
Total
Price is £29.91
Until Wed, 12 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Self-Guided Tour, depending on the chosen option
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Trip to the Seven Rila Lakes
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Fuel surcharge
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transportation with a comfortable minivan/bus
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Cable car fee - 30 BGN, should be paid in cash on the spot – local currency only!!!
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food & Drinks

Know before you book

  • 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
  • it is your responsibility to plan accordingly and to be on time for the return departure!
  • 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.
  • Please warn us if you have a 0-2 years old baby when you make the reservation so that we can prepare a special seat for them
  • For the safety and enjoyment of all guests, any customer who appears intoxicated at the time of the tour will not be permitted to participate. In such cases, no refunds will be issued.
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral

  • 15m
The meeting point for the tour is Behild Alexander Nevsky Cathedral - please be there 15 minutes before the departure time.

Seven Rila Lakes

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket not included
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.

St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral

  • 5m
At the end of the tour, the van/bus returns to the same starting point, Behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.

Location

Activity location

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    St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
    • Aleksander Nevski Square,
    • Sofia, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    bul. "Yanko Sakazov" 7
    • 7 bulevard "Yanko Sakazov"
    • 1527, Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria

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