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Private tour: Rila Mountains and The Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia

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| Sofia, Bulgaria
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On average, this is booked 17 (0) days in advance.
6 to 9 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

You will have the pleasure to get to the highest of all lakes - the Eye, the Tear, the Kidney, the Twins, the Trefoil, the Fish Lake and the Lower Lake and enjoy the super scenery revealed from there. It's superb!

What's Included

  • Pickup and dropoff Sofia
  • E-guide for your convenience
  • English-speaking guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses and added destinations
  • Tickets for the lift
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Meeting and Pickup

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Please note that if the lift is not working you will need to walk up and down in any way. You need always to have proper mountain shoes. Without such it will be dangerous and not safe. Mountain shoes are required for the activity. If no mountain shoes the activity is swapped to another one which is easier. A mountain insurance is required at all times and you need to have one.

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Sofia (pass by)

Our starting point - the Bulgarian capital city Sofia.
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Rila Mountains (pass by)

One of the most picturesque mountains in Bulgaria
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Rila National Park (pass by)

Truly inspiring and beautiful nature park
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Sapareva Banya (pass by)

A small town with huge amounts of thermal water
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Seven Rila Lakes

Please note that if the lift is not working you will need to walk up and down in any way. You need always to have proper mountain shoes. Without such it will be dangerous and not safe. Mountain shoes are required for the activity. If no mountain shoes the activity is swapped to another one which is easier. Please note that if the lift is not working you will need to walk up and down in any way. You need always to have proper mountain shoes. Without such it will be dangerous and not safe. Mountain shoes are required for the activity. If no mountain shoes the activity is swapped to another one which is easier. A mountain insurance is required at all times and you need to have one.
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private tour: Rila Mountains and The Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-8728P159

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private tour: Rila Mountains and The Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Pickup and dropoff Sofia.
  • E-guide for your convenience.
  • English-speaking guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Personal expenses and added destinations.
  • Tickets for the lift.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Private tour: Rila Mountains and The Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia is as follows:

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private tour: Rila Mountains and The Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Pickup and dropoff Sofia
  • E-guide for your convenience
  • English-speaking guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Personal expenses and added destinations
  • Tickets for the lift

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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