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From Sofia: Rila Monastery Day Tour

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Starts
Sofia
Duration
8 Hrs.
Languages
English, Bulgarian, Spanish, Italian, Russian, German, and French
Admission
Printed voucher

Description

Explore Bulgaria's rich history with a day trip to the Rila Monastery! Nestled in the picturesque Rila Mountains, this iconic site is renowned as the "Treasury of Bulgaria" and a symbol of national pride. Established in the 10th century by St. Ivan Rilski, the monastery remains a significant spiritual center today.

Our expert guides will lead you through the monastery's impressive architecture and storied past. After the tour, enjoy free time to wander the tranquil grounds or visit the museum for a deeper historical insight. Don't miss the local shops for unique Bulgarian souvenirs.

Indulge in traditional Bulgarian cuisine at nearby bakeries, featuring delights like mekitsi, a delectable yogurt-based dough. This tour is family-friendly, with a minimum age of six, ensuring a memorable experience for everyone.

Whether drawn by its religious importance or UNESCO status, this tour offers an ideal mix of culture and natural beauty. Book now and dive into Bulgaria's vibrant past!

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Destinations

Sofia - city in BulgariaSofia

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Attractions

Photo of Beautiful view of the Orthodox Rila Monastery, a famous tourist attraction and cultural heritage monument in the Rila Nature Park mountains in Bulgaria.Rila Monastery

Options

Spanish or Italian-Speaking Conductor (NO GUIDE)
✓ Includes: transportation to Rila monastery ONLY, online audio guide on your smartphone (own internet access required) ✕ Excludes: WITHOUT a guide, headphones Important: An accompanying conductor might speak Spanish/ Italian but NO French.
Spanish or Italian-Speaking Conductor (NO GUIDE)
✓ Includes: transportation to Rila monastery ONLY, online audio guide on your smartphone (own internet access required) ✕ Excludes: WITHOUT a guide, headphones Important: An accompanying conductor might speak Spanish/ Italian but NO English.
Rila monastery & St. Ivan cave English-guided tour
Explore the magnificent Rila Monastery & the mystical Cave of St. Ivan alongside a certified English-speaking guide, who will enrich your experience with fascinating insights. ✓ Includes: English guided tour to St. Ivan’s cave and Rila monastery
Rila Monastery Guided Tour in English
Explore the magnificent Rila Monastery alongside a certified English-speaking guide, who will enrich your experience with fascinating insights and stories.
Melnik and Rila Monastery 11-hour Day Tour
Discover the iconic Rila Monastery and the charming town of Melnik on this full-day tour. Please note, the tour lasts over 11 hours & starts at 08:00 am, making it a lengthy but rewarding journey filled with history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.
Rila Monastery Tour with pick-up from dedicated spots
Explore the Rila monastery alongside a professional English-speaking guide or an online audio guide (own headphones&power bank needed). Ensure you have internet access. Pick-up from dedicated pre-defined spots is included in the price.
English or Spanish-Speaking Conductor (NO GUIDE)
✓ Includes: transportation to Rila monastery ONLY, online audio guide on your smartphone (own internet access required) in Italian ✕ Excludes: WITHOUT a guide, headphones Important: An accompanying conductor might speak English / Spanish but NO Italian.
English or Italian-Speaking Conductor (NO GUIDE)
✓ Includes: transportation to Rila monastery ONLY, online audio guide on your smartphone (own internet access required) ✕ Excludes: WITHOUT a guide, headphones Important: An accompanying conductor might speak English / Italian but NO English.
Rila monastery & St. Ivan cave self-guided (NO GUIDE)
✓ Includes: transportation to Rila monastery & St Ivan cave, online audio guide on your smartphone (internet access required) ✕ Excludes: WITHOUT a guide, headphones Important: An accompanying conductor might speak Spanish / Italian but NO French.
Guided tour in English with audioguide in Italian
✓ Includes: Rila monastery tour in English, hardware audio guide in Italian. ✕ Excludes: WITHOUT an Italian-speaking guide Important: The guide speaks English but NOT Italian
Rila monastery & St. Ivan cave self-guided (NO GUIDE)
✓ Includes: transportation to Rila monastery & St Ivan cave, online audio guide on your smartphone (internet access required) ✕ Excludes: WITHOUT a guide, headphones Important: An accompanying conductor might speak English/ Spanish but NO Italian.
Rila monastery & St. Ivan cave self-guided (NO GUIDE)
✓ Includes: transportation to Rila monastery & St Ivan cave, online audio guide on your smartphone (internet access required) ✕ Excludes: WITHOUT a guide, headphones Important: An accompanying conductor might speak English/ Italian but NO Spanish.
Guided tour in English with audioguide in Spanish
✓ Includes: Rila monastery tour in English, hardware audio guide in Spanish. ✕ Excludes: WITHOUT a Spanish-speaking guide Important: The guide speaks English but NOT Spanish
Guided tour in English with audioguide in French
✓ Includes: Rila monastery tour in English, hardware audio guide in French. ✕ Excludes: WITHOUT a French-speaking guide Important: The guide speaks English but NOT French
Rila Monastery Guided Tour in Spanish
Join this tour to the Rila monastery alongside our certified Spanish-speaking guides who will enrich your experience each with their own distinctive flair.
Rila Monastery Guided Tour in Italian
Join this tour to the Rila monastery alongside a certified Italian-speaking guide who will enrich your experience each with their own distinctive flair.

Good to know

Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities Not wheelchair accessible or stroller friendly Comfortable walking shoes recommended Not suitable for pets No public transportation nearby All touch points in the vehicles will be cleaned frequently.

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