Seven Rila Lakes: Alpine Scenery & Spa Retreat

Explore Bulgaria’s medieval charm and natural beauty on a guided tour from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo and Hotnitsa Waterfall.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Seven Rila Lakes - Experience the stunning beauty of the Seven Rila Lakes, Bulgaria’s renowned glacial lakes, on this full-day guided tour from Sofia. Ideal for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and thrill-seekers, the tour offers a blend of picturesque landscapes, cultural insights, and memorable alpine vistas.
  • **Ski lift Panichishte, The seven…
What's Included
  • Entrance fees
  • Winter equipment - snowshoes, sticks, spikes
  • Licensed Mountain Guide
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses, souvenirs, or additional entrance fees Gratuities (optional, but appreciated)
  • anding and/or facility fees
Additional Information

Discover Bulgaria’s most stunning alpine landscapes on this private or small group guided journey to the awe-inspiring Seven Rila Lakes in the magnificent Rila Mountain. This memorable tour blends scenic hiking, genuine mountain cuisine, and relaxation in natural thermal mineral waters. If necessary, winter gear such as snowshoes, spikes, or sticks is…

Location
Seven Rila Lakes
2650 Sapareva Banya, Rila Mountain
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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D6720mybrianb
Dec 13, 2025
6/5 Recommend - Pick-up: 5/5 Simeon arrived about 20 minutes early but didn’t announce it, so I could walk to the car at my own pace as agreed. This made the start of the day very relaxed and comfortable. Ride: 5/5 We were a small group of five people, which made the ride very enjoyable. Simeon and his colleague were friendly, positive and very talkative, creating a great atmosphere in the car. Mountain tour: 5/5 Everything was explained clearly and carefully. The group was split so everyone could walk at their own pace, with one guide at the front and one at the back. The climb was challenging but absolutely beautiful, easily worth a 5/5 on its own. Lunch: 5/5 We stopped at a local restaurant at the foot of the mountain. I asked to be surprised and was served meat with potatoes and roasted peppers. It was outstanding and one of the best meals I’ve had in Bulgaria so far. Spa: 5/5 After the hike we visited a geyser spa with multiple pools at different temperatures. The perfect place to relax after a long climb. Overall: 5/5 The tour officially ended at 4:00 PM, but we returned to the hotel around 7:30 PM. Simeon never rushed us and truly enjoyed the experience together with the group. Summary: An excellently organized tour with personal attention, flexible pacing, great food and a relaxing spa. Highly recommended.
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From $151
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).