Private day tour from Bansko to Seven Rila lakes
One of the most popular tourist attractions in Bulgaria are the stunning Seven Rila Lakes. Located in the highest mountain in the country – Rila Mountain, they are only 100 km away from Sofia and are a perfect choice for a day tour from Bansko.
The Seven Rila Lakes are a group of glacier lakes situated approximately 2,100 meter above the sea level. Regardless if you are an experienced hiker or just a beginner, there are numerous paths which would take you to the lakes. The walk is extremely pleasant as you will be able to enjoy the fresh air and the outstanding mountain views.
The area around the lakes is considered a protected zone with national importance also known as the Rila National Park. Hence, there is a cable lift that would take you to the hut. This is the spot where all hiking trails start from and a great place to relax and grab something to eat on the way back.
The beautiful scenery will accompany you throughout the entire hike, but the view from the top is absolutely breathtaking and totally worth the extra few steps to climb the peak. While you are standing on top, with your face to the wind and the blue cascading lakes beneath your feet, you will be in awe of the beauty of the nature.
It is quite interesting to know that the lakes are all named after their unique characteristics and shapes. Some of the most popular ones are – the Eye, the Tear and the Kidney. Some of the lakes are quite deep, while other ones are smaller and shallow. However, as they are located high in the mountains, the water temperature is extremely low all year round and the lakes start freezing at the beginning of October.
The best time to visit the Seven Rila Lakes is in summer time – around June or July. Make sure to book a private day tour from Bansko to get the most of this fantastic experience.
What you will visit on the tour:
Seven Rila lakes in Rila mountain;
Tour Duration
- 10 to 12 hours, depending on the itinerary, pick up and drop off location tour duration may vary.
