Seven Rila Lakes: Scenic Mountain Escape

Escape the city and embark on a small group day tour from Sofia to the stunning Seven Rila Lakes. Immerse yourself in nature, breathe in the fresh air, and experience the thrill of hiking in a breathtaking mountain setting.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral - The meeting point for the tour is Behild Alexander Nevsky Cathedral - please be there 15 minutes before the departure time.
  • Seven Rila Lakes - 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…
What's Included
  • Trip to the Seven Rila Lakes
  • Transportation with a comfortable minivan/bus
  • Self-Guided Tour option
  • Surcharges on fuel
What's Not Included
  • Cable car fee - 30 BGN, should be paid in cash on the spot – local currency only!!!
  • Gratuities
  • Food & Drinks
Additional Information

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…

Location
pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski" 1А
ploshtad "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski"
The meeting point for the tour is Behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, near cafe La Cathedrale. Please be there 15 minutes in advance of the tour start time and look for travel agency City Tour.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Lena
Jul 19, 2025
Great day trip! - Would highly recommend doing this as a day trip from Sofia! Good communication and driver from the company. They drop you off right next to the left going up the mountain. Bring cash for the lift and toilets/food at the huts!
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N6993lulaurak
Jul 3, 2025
A Great day with great guides - The guides, Simo and his daughter were super funny and took amazing care of me and my friend. They offered us water and asked if we have sunscreen with us. Also the destination was clean and we had so much fun on this trip! We absolutely recommend going.
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Reneead2961sf
Jun 27, 2025
Seven Rila lakes day trip - must do! - Wonderful experience from the day trip to Seven Rila Lakes. Definitely worth the price. We had enough time to enjoy the stunning views and see all lakes. Many thanks to our driver Simeon who made our trip fun and safe! His spirit and energy were amazing.
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Halexa11
Jun 13, 2025
Well-organized and really enjoyable trip - The night before the trip, we got a message with all the details about where and when to meet. They gave us the name of our driver, the color and number of the vehicle, which was very helpful. They informed us a few days earlier that we’d start an hour earlier than originally planned – and honestly, that was a great decision. We managed to get on the cable car before the crowd, without waiting at all. We had enough time to see all 7 lakes at a relaxed pace. There was no rushing – we could take photos and have lunch without feeling pressured. Our driver, Simo, was really friendly. He told us to let him know if we needed anything, and his English was easy to understand. Overall, I can definitely recommend this tour – everything went smoothly and it was a great experience.
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995serenaf
Jun 3, 2025
Breathtaking experience! - What about .. everything perfect! The driver took us to the 7 Lakes and brought us back to Sofia respecting the schedules and offering a super professional service. The Lakes are something indescribable, I will probably be back soon!
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Reda
May 24, 2025
Amazing hike, incredible landscapes, worth every step. - Absolutely breathtaking! The views were out of this world – peaceful, majestic, and unforgettable. One of the most beautiful places I've ever seen. A magical experience I’ll never forget!
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Cocosenorita
Jul 28, 2024
An unforgettable experience - Absolutely satisfied with the tour, one of the most beautiful places I've visited so far, and I've visited a lot of them. The tour guide Simon, made the trip fun, informative and unforgettable. Impressed.
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V3131dggemmag
Jul 22, 2024
Super - Beautiful hike and beautiful view Our Tuni Guide was very helpful and nice Highly recommended for those who love mountains, nature and hiking
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Juliefz5002sl
Jul 22, 2024
Rila lakes experience - It was an amazing experience. Tuni our guide made our experience more vivid and joyful. Thankyou Tuni. This tour should not be missed as you experience the beauty of nature in a peaceful environment.
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Trek51374975716
Jun 16, 2025
Cheap trip to beautiful nature - Very nice driver, everything worked, good price. The only negative ist that one of the 8 sits had no headrest. The 7 lakes are amazing and you can go to Ezeren Mounain where you see all of them at the same time.
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From $29
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).