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Incredible Day tour from Sofia to 7 Rila lakes and Rila monastery
- Duration10 min
- Max Travelers14 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryBus Tours, Cultural Tours
Overview
You will have the unique opportunity to visit and take wonderful photos of the two most interesting and beautiful destinations in Bulgaria in one day.
The excursion combines active recreation – hiking and cultural immersion in ancient times.
Energy and magic are usual words in the descriptions of the Seven Rila Lakes – The Tear, The Eye, The Kidney, The Twins, The Trefoil, The Piscine an The Lower lake.
At the end of the hiking is waiting 360 panoramic view. A moderate amount of walking is involved.
After the hike we are heading southwes where we will show you the hidden treasure of the early Christianity. Deep in the Rila Mountain is situated the biggest symbol of Christianity in Bulgaria- Rila Monastery. The Monastery was founded by the hermit St. Ivan Rilski in the beginning of X century. The monastery is the most visited cultural site in Bulgaria. Part of UNESCO World Heritage Site.
You will be captivated by the beautiful scenery during the trip!
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What's included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
What's Not included
Lunch
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Itinerary
The van will take us to Rila National park. About 2 hours transfer.nOur trekking starts at 1800 altitude and ends at 2500 altitude at the last lake called The u201cTearu201d. From that point we can see the all 7 lakes!nnYou will be walking in to the Rila National park to see the crystal pure lakes.nMost of the lakes are glacial and their names are connected to their shape. Panoramic view to Vitosha, Rila and Stara Planina mountains. nnAdditional info:nnu2022 A moderate walking is involvednu2022 Duration: 3-4 hoursnu2022 Prepaer sandwiches and water nu2022 Bring Sunscreennu2022 Comfortable clothes and walking shoes
It was established on 1992 to protect several ecosystems of national importance. Its altitude varies from 800 m (2,600 ft) to to 2,925 m.nForests occupy 534.81 km2 or 66% of the total area. There are approximately 1,400 species of vascular plants, 282 species of mosses and 130 species of freshwater algae. The fauna is represented by 48 species of mammals, 99 species of birds, 20 species of reptiles and amphibia and 5 species of fish, as well as 2,934 species of invertebrates, of which 282 are endemic.
The only one natural geyser in Bulgaria, with the hotest water- 103u00b0C
After the lakes we will explore Rila National park from the south part of the mountain, where we will show you the hidden treaser of the early Christianity.nnDeep in the Rila Mountain, in the southwestern part of Bulgaria is situated the biggest symbol of Christianity in Bulgaria- Rila Monastery. The Monastery was founded by the hermit St. Ivan Rilski in the beginning of X century. The monastery is the most visited cultural site in Bulgaria. Part of UNESCO World Heritage Site.nu0422he monastery has been a part of several epochs from our history.
Good to know
Specialized infant seats are available
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.