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From Sofia: Seven Rila lakes- private tour
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At a glance
Duration
10 hours
Price from
$114 / person
Location
Sofia, Bulgaria
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 3 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Bulgarian Fairy Tale
Description
The highest mountain in the Balkan peninsula – Rila. This one has more than 120 different lakes, but the most famous of them are Seven Rila lakes. Come with us in the mountain of wisdom to see all them, to see the magnificent landscape, to walk over the sacred valley of the White brotherhood, to reach the Lake peak, from which we can see all of them.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7:00 AM
Next available
Fri, Oct 9
Adult (ages 18–70)
$114
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $159.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 19 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
Tour Options
Seven Rila lakes- private tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
Seven Rila Lakes
300 min
The transfer from Sofia to Panichiste resort is 2 hours. The duration of the chairlift is 25 minutes. The average walking among the lakes is 5/6 hours. Elevation: 500 m.
The transfer to Sofia is 2 hours.
What's included
Included
Professional guide
Private tour
Hotel/port pickup
Hotel/port drop-off
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
All hotels in Sofia
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
3 reviews
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How it compares in Sofia
Starting price $114 is 13% below the typical $131 for tours of similar length in Sofia
Excurgo comparison of 605 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does From Sofia: Seven Rila lakes- private tour take?
From Sofia: Seven Rila lakes- private tour lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does From Sofia: Seven Rila lakes- private tour cost?
Prices start at $114 per person for this Sofia experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $159. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does From Sofia: Seven Rila lakes- private tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM.
Does From Sofia: Seven Rila lakes- private tour sell out?
It can: 19 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel From Sofia: Seven Rila lakes- private tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. All hotels in Sofia Pickup points include Hotel Latinka, Gloria Palace Hotel.
What languages is From Sofia: Seven Rila lakes- private tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 5 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is From Sofia: Seven Rila lakes- private tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Bulgarian Fairy Tale.
Reviews(3)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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AvrahamR
October 29, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Excellent guide tour to RILA 7 lakes (See above)
I would like to recommend Metodiy Ganchev ("Bulgarian Fairy Tale ") as the best "one day tour" guide I have taken!
My wife and I, wanted to do the famous Bulgarian route "The Seven Rila Lakes" but with a private drive/guide,
He quickly response with a price proposal and answered with details to all my questions
He Was on time to pickup us from the hotel.
He was turn out to be a very educated person (university bachelor in Archeology) with a deep knowledge of Bulgaria, its history, geography, culture, even the Jewish history, (We are Jewish.), and more/
His English was excellent, and voluntary told us many interesting things about the area and other staff
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KonstantsaH
July 22, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
An amazing day out with Meto
Great day thanks to Meto!
A professionally organized and fun experience in the beautiful Rila mountain.
It was a great city retreat for me and my kids.
Thanks a lot and wish you many happy tourists.
2 people found this helpful
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Alessandra G
June 5, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Breathtaking!!!👍👍👍
The Seven Rila Lakes are just pure beauty.. Metodiy was my guide for 3 days and I was very pleased to have him. Very informative. He showed me places where normal tourists don’t go. I would certainly recommend this company, also they are not expensive at all. 👍👍👍
2 people found this helpful
Operator response
Thank you so much for the good review! I'm glad that you enjoyed our services and we hope to see you again for touching little pieces of the paradise, called Bulgaria!
With all the best,
Meto and BulgarianFairyTale team
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