Seven Rila Lakes - Day One:\n\nEarly Start from Sofia. You willl be picked up from your Sofia accommodation and after a 1.5 hour transfer we will arrive at Pionerska Hut trail head. From there we will take the a short chair lift ride to the Rila Lakes hut. From here we start our hike and will explore the entire lakes area and will walk through the Lower Lake, the Fish Lake, the Trefoil, the Twins, the Kidney, the Eye and the highest - the Teardrop. Then we will further ascent to Razdela pass (2600 m. a.s.l.) where we will be rewarded with amazing bird-eye views of the lakes from above. From there we descent to Ivan Vazov hut where we will stay for the night.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional UIMLA certified mountain guide
- Wi-Fi available
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Breakfast
- Entrance fees at the Monastery
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Embark on a two-day journey deep into the terrain of the breathtaking Rila Mountains. Marvel at the mystical Seven Rila Lakes, lay down to sleep in the towering Vazov Hut - the highest mountainate cabin on the Balkan peninsula located at a height of 2300 meters and by the end of your descent, you will be greeted with the sight of the Rila Monastery - the most paramount and active monastery in Bulgaria. Brace yourself for an adventurous detour into Rila’s less-explored paths that delight you with its scenic beauty with every stride you take.
- Minimum age is 16
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
- Equipment: hiking boots, backpack (35-45 l), trekking poles, waterproof jacket, rain cover, sun hat, sun lotion, sunglasses, warm hat and gloves, water bottle (1,5 liters), head lamp, personal first aid kit.
- itinerary may be subject to change due to weather condition
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
