PRIVATE classic tour to Rila monastery and Boyana church

5.0 (one review) 7–9 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Nativity of Mary church 1834 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The corridors at Rila monastery — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

The tour is one of the classic cultural and heritage tours and with us you will you learn not only about the monastery and the church, but also history of Bulgaria, some Orthodox Christianity basics or details on Orthodox traditions, as well as you will get information on modern daily lifestyle of the average Bulgarian family, and last but not least - great professional and friendly attitude by knowledgeable tour guides!

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At a glance

Duration: 7–9 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Audio guide: German, Italian, French, Spanish
Guide: English
Operated by: Bulgarian Licensed Guide

Ages: Adults (6–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Bottled water: 0.5 l mineral water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Tour Guide/ Driver
Included: Parking Fees

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Souveniers, personal expenses
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Rila Monastery

3 hours

Build following the Holy mount of Athos grwt Orthodox monasteries, the Rila monastery is the biggest in Bulgaria! Attractive not only for the amazing and extremely rich murals but also beautifully situated in a small and cozy valley along the smal Rila river!
Stop 2

Passing by

Taking the road further up pass the monastery in 4 km we will stop the car and will hike for 15 mins. until we reach the Chapel Assumption of St. John next to the cave where he used to live for 7 years.
Boyana Church

40 min Admission not included

The uniquely preserved late middle ages Boyana church is one of the best representatives of the pre-Renaissance ideas. A UNESCO world heritage since 1979!

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Latinka
Aparthotel Bon Bon
Gloria Palace Hotel
Hilton Sofia
Hotel Europe Sofia
Arte Hotel
Central Perk Apartments
Astoria Grand Hotel
TemGer M
Central Hotel Sofia
Akord Hotel
Dunav Apartment House

and 86 more pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

PRIVATE Rila monastery tour

Guided tour: You will be picked up from your place of accommodation at the agreed time. Your Guide-driver speaks fluent English.

mineral water 0.5 l

Van

Pickup included
SHARED Rila monastery tour

SHARED

van

Pickup included