Seven Rila Lakes Hike from Sofia, Lunch & Thermal Spa Experience

Seven Rila Lakes Hike from Sofia, Lunch & Thermal Spa Experience

By Buddy travel’s Bulgarian Adventures

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Free cancellation available
7h
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Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Experience Bulgaria’s most spectacular alpine scenery on this full-day guided adventure to the breathtaking Seven Rila Lakes in the majestic Rila Mountain. This unforgettable tour combines scenic hiking, authentic mountain cuisine, and relaxation in natural thermal mineral waters. If needed, the winter equipment is provided for free - snowshoes, spikes or sticks.

Depart from Sofia and travel to the Panichishte mountain resort area. Enjoy a scenic chairlift ascent to 2,100 meters, followed by a guided hike among crystal-clear glacial lakes, dramatic peaks, and panoramic viewpoints.

After the hike, enjoy a traditional lunch at a mountain hut, surrounded by pristine alpine nature. Complete your experience with a relaxing visit to the thermal spa pools of Sapareva Banya, famous for its natural hot mineral springs — the perfect way to recover after your mountain adventure.

This tour offers the ideal balance of activity, culture, and relaxation in one unforgettable day.

Activity location

Seven Rila Lakes
- 2650 Sapareva Banya, Rila Mountain
- Sofia, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

Seven Rila Lakes
- 2650 Sapareva Banya, Rila Mountain
- Sofia, Bulgaria

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Sofia to Seven Rila Lakes and Spa tour, Lunch Included

7h

Pickup included

Travelers

Starting time: 8:00AM

Price details

$77.04 x 1 Adult$77.04

Paid at activity$36.74

Total

Until Mon, Feb 23

What's included, what's not

Winter equipment - snowshoes, sticks, spikes
Licensed Mountain Guide
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Personal expenses, souvenirs, or additional entrance fees Gratuities (optional, but appreciated)
Chairlift
Coffee and/or Tea
Spa

Know before you book

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Seven Rila Lakes

2h
Admission ticket included

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Seven Rila Lakes, Bulgaria’s most famous glacial lakes, on this full-day guided tour from Sofia. Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and adventure seekers, the tour combines scenic landscapes, cultural insights, and unforgettable alpine views.

Ski lift Panichishte, The seven Rila lakes

20m
Admission ticket included

The adventure begins with a scenic 20-minute chairlift ride from the Panichishte resort up into the Rila Mountains. As you gently ascend, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of pine forests, mountain ridges, and alpine meadows unfolding beneath you. The ride is smooth, safe, and offers a chance to relax before your hike begins. The chairlift brings you directly to the Rila Lakes Hut area (2,100 m altitude), the starting point for exploring the legendary Seven Rila Lakes. From here, hiking trails lead you to the crystal-clear glacial lakes, each more beautiful than the last. Highlights of the Lift Experience: 20 minutes of breathtaking alpine scenery Comfortable, safe, and suitable for all ages Unique opportunity to capture photos from above Easy access to Bulgaria’s most iconic natural wonder

Sapareva Banya

2h

Thermal spa

Location

Activity location

Seven Rila Lakes
- 2650 Sapareva Banya, Rila Mountain
- Sofia, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

Seven Rila Lakes
- 2650 Sapareva Banya, Rila Mountain
- Sofia, Bulgaria

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