セブンリラレイク＆リラ修道院

The Rila lakes are extremely popular, especially on the weekends. The crowds were unimaginable. The chair lift process is a bit disorganized, the line-up took over an hour to clear. Wish the guides had a way to reserve lift tickets in advance. Nevertheless, the views up above by the lakes were totally worth the wait. We took a guide option and perhaps we should have opted out to a self-guided option as it the pace was a bit high. However, the guide was instrumental in reaching the sixth lake (and potentially the seventh) on time and getting back to the bus. The hike took about 3 hours and the length was about 8 km with the elevation gain of 400m. First, you climb a steep incline to the right of the chalet, then it is a walk on a fairly flat surface until you reach the last big incline to the sixth and seventh lakes. Overall, depending on your ambitions, you may want to spend longer up by the lakes depending on your overall fitness (unless you need to be on-time for the return bus!). There are some food and drinks on both sides of the chair lift. The chalet up top has a small restaurant with sitting outside. We got lucky with no rain as the chairs are open but sure do check the forecast so you come on a clear day. The monastery on the way back was a perfect icing on a cake and a relaxing stop after the mountain hike. Overall, this is probably the best tour we took from Sofia. Very long day but totally worth it.

Breathtaking view of the Rila lakes after a peaceful chairlift climb of 25 minutes. Air is fresh and crisp up the mountains. The architecture and painting in Rila Monastery are also beautiful. The guide, Megi, is professional and helpful.

It is a medium to hard hike depending on your experience. Just take your time and go with a guide. They will choose the best trails and know when to turn back to make the bus schedule on time. Plus they are knowledgeable about any questions you may have.

Our guide Radi was very friendly, helpful and enthusiastic. He had a wealth of knowledge about the area we visited, general knowledge about Bulgaria’s history and was keen to to share it with us. The walking was great and Radi managed a group of differing fitness levels well. The bus driver was really safe, especially coming down the mountain in a thunder storm!!! We enjoyed the monastery very much but were disappointed that not all areas were open by the time we got there ( kitchen area). Overall a great day, well worth it and got us back in time to see Harry Kane score 2 fantastic goals in World Cup match against DRCongo!!!!

This was the best tour I took while in Bulgaria! I highly recommend it.

It was an incredible trip, from the views of the seven lagoons to the monastery. It is an intermediate hike and is totally worth it; the views and the experience you have are incredible. Additionally, our guide was very friendly, always attentive to everything (English guide).

Wonderful experience, the best tour , the guide Megi Sink was brilliant, kind and helpful driver, timing and support all excellent highly recommenced ( English speaking Guide ) .

Punctual transfer and nice guide. During the hike, you can join the guide if you feel uncertain.

Awsome day out . breathtaking views of the Rila Lakes & peaks . The travel bus was very comfortable. Our english speaking guide Megi was very informative, patient & genuinely loves what she does.

An interesting and fascinating trip, the tour guide Megi Ski had an excellent knowledge of the area , it was pleasure to listen to her.