Rila Monastery and 7 Rila Lakes Self-Guided Shared Trip from Sofia
Reaching the Seven Rila Lakes by public transport typically involves two buses, a shuttle and most of your day. Take the pain out of transportation—while maintaining total independence—with this cost-effective shared transfer. Visit both these beautiful glacial lakes and the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with ample time for hiking.
Highlights
- ✓See the Seven Rila Lakes and the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery in one day
- ✓Enjoy more than half a day exploring the lakes and Rila National Park
- ✓Revel in the history, frescoes, and relics of Bulgaria’s largest monastery
- ✓Shuttle departs from and returns to a convenient central Sofia location
What you'll see & do
- ✓Enjoy stunning morning views of Sofia's main landmark
- ✓Admire the beautiful Seven Rila Lakes at your own pace
- ✓Admire the biggest Christian Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria
- ✓Travel with ease to the Rila mountains from Sofia on the Rila Shuttle
- ✓Enjoy the beauty of the Rila Mountain in Bulgaria
- ✓Spend your day at Bulgaria's most beautiful mountain
What's included
- ✓Driver
- ✓Round-trip shared transfer
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not included
- ✓Entrance fees - Rila Lakes chairlift ticket (25 BGN per person, two-way)
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Guide services
- ✓Mountain rescue insurance
Good to know
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
A moderate to intensive amount of walking is involved (walking/hiking experience is a must)
Comfortable walking shoes and clothes suitable for mountain/walking are required
Sun cream and sunglasses are strongly recommended
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Dress code at the Rila Monastery: high heels, short skirts and trousers, shirts with no sleeves, etc. are not allowed in the monastery.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Rila Monastery and 7 Rila Lakes Self-Guided Shared Trip from Sofia
Reaching the Seven Rila Lakes by public transport typically involves two buses, a shuttle and most of your day. Take the pain out of transportation—while maintaining total independence—with this cost-effective shared transfer. Visit both these beautiful glacial lakes and the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with ample time for hiking.
Highlights
- ✓See the Seven Rila Lakes and the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery in one day
- ✓Enjoy more than half a day exploring the lakes and Rila National Park
- ✓Revel in the history, frescoes, and relics of Bulgaria’s largest monastery
- ✓Shuttle departs from and returns to a convenient central Sofia location
What you'll see & do
- ✓Enjoy stunning morning views of Sofia's main landmark
- ✓Admire the beautiful Seven Rila Lakes at your own pace
- ✓Admire the biggest Christian Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria
- ✓Travel with ease to the Rila mountains from Sofia on the Rila Shuttle
- ✓Enjoy the beauty of the Rila Mountain in Bulgaria
- ✓Spend your day at Bulgaria's most beautiful mountain
What's included
- ✓Driver
- ✓Round-trip shared transfer
- ✓Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not included
- ✓Entrance fees - Rila Lakes chairlift ticket (25 BGN per person, two-way)
- ✓Gratuities
- ✓Food and drinks
- ✓Guide services
- ✓Mountain rescue insurance
Good to know
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
A moderate to intensive amount of walking is involved (walking/hiking experience is a must)
Comfortable walking shoes and clothes suitable for mountain/walking are required
Sun cream and sunglasses are strongly recommended
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Dress code at the Rila Monastery: high heels, short skirts and trousers, shirts with no sleeves, etc. are not allowed in the monastery.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.