Seven Rila Lakes Guided Hike and Thermal pools
Overview
Experience Bulgaria’s most spectacular alpine scenery on this private / small group 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. Option: 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 hike adventure.
This tour offers the ideal balance of activity, culture, and relaxation in one unforgettable day.
What's Included
- Winter equipment - snowshoes, sticks, spikes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed Mountain Guide
- Lunch
- Personal expenses, souvenirs, or additional entrance fees Gratuities (optional, but appreciated)
- Chairlift
- Spa
Meeting and Pickup
Old City Center
1000 Sofia, Bulgaria
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Seven Rila Lakes
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Ski lift Panichishte, The seven Rila lakes
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
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Activity code: C-5554322P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- Winter equipment - snowshoes, sticks, spikes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Licensed Mountain Guide.
- Lunch.
- Personal expenses, souvenirs, or additional entrance fees Gratuities (optional, but appreciated).
- Chairlift.
- Spa.
The minimum age to participate is 18..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Seven Rila Lakes Guided Hike and Thermal pools is as follows:
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Seven Rila Lakes Guided Hike and Thermal pools will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. 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 2024Once 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 2026What's Included
- Winter equipment - snowshoes, sticks, spikes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed Mountain Guide
- Lunch
- Personal expenses, souvenirs, or additional entrance fees Gratuities (optional, but appreciated)
- Chairlift
- Spa
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
