Rila Monastery and 7 Rila Lakes Self-Guided Shared Trip from Sofia
This self-guided, shared shuttle tour will take you to both the 7 Rila Lakes area in the morning and then in the afternoon to the UNESCO Rila Monastery in the Rila National park - Bulgaria's most famous natural and cultural sites. In the morning the shuttle bus tour bus will take you to the start of the hiking routes ar the Rila Lakes area and base station of the chair lift from where you can take the chair-lift up in the mountain. You have more than 5 hours for your self-guided tour of the Rila Lakes area. After that in the afternoon the shared shuttle will take you to the Rila Monastery - Bulgaria's most visited cultural and historical site. You have more than 1 hour to explore the monastery site on your own.
Options
Self-guided (transport only)
Self-guided trip: Have complete freedom to explore on your own.
What's included in Rila Monastery and 7 Rila Lakes Self-Guided Shared Trip from Sofia
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Enjoy stunning morning views of Sofia's main landmark
Seven Rila Lakes
Admire the beautiful Seven Rila Lakes at your own pace
Rila Monastery
Admire the biggest Christian Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria
Inclusions
- Driver
- Round-trip shared transfer
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Entrance fees - Rila Lakes chairlift ticket (25 BGN per person, two-way)
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Guide services
- Mountain rescue insurance
- 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.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Go to the car parking at Knyaz Aleksander I square (in front of The Palace - National Art Gallery). Look for a vehicle with Rila Shutle sign. Nearest metro station is Serdika.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
- 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 - Bring local cash money (BGN Leva) for the chair lift and food/drinks. Credit/debit cards are not accpeted at the site. - Dress code at the Rila Monastery: high heels, short skirts and trousers, shirts with no sleeves, etc. are not allowed in the monastery. - Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable - The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions - Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. - Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
