The Seven Rila Lakes & Rila Monastery

4.7

Exceptional
37 reviews
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A whole-day guided trek to the Rila Mountains with its top best locations - the Rila Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the 7 Rila Lakes. Experience the two most visited tourist sights in Bulgaria in just one day. Combine great hiking with a full of history visit to the biggest and most important cloister in the country.

What's included

  • Transport by air-conditioned bus/coach or minivan
  • English-speaking guide (if guided tour selected)
  • Fuel surcharge

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Entrance fee for the Rila monastery's museum appr. 5EUR/10BGN (optional)
    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities
    • Chairlift ticket- appr. 15EUR/30BGN (only cash payments in BGN accepted)

    Languages spoken by guide

    English (UK)

    Additional information

    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

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    Pl.SV. Aleksandar Nevski, Old City Center, Sofia, 1000
    IMPORTANT: The meeting point is BEHIND Alexander Nevski Cathedral (opposite La Cattedrale restaurant) | | GPS coordinates: 42.695598, 23.333649 | Please, be there 15 min. in advance!
    End point
    Pl.SV. Aleksandar Nevski, Old City Center, Sofia, 1000

    User ratings

    4.7Exceptional(37 reviews)
    Good value
    4.7
    Facilities
    4.5
    Quality of service
    4.7
    Ease of access
    4.4

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