Rila Monastery and Melnik, Day Tour from Sofia with Pickup

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About this activity

Feel the magic of Southwestern Bulgaria by visiting Rila monastery and Melnik just in one day. Feel the spirit of the holiest bulgarian monastery. Sense the power of mother nature by visiting the Melnik pyramids. Taste one of the most famous bulgarian wines. Three different experiences that will create a day full with emotions. Do not hesitate to save money and time with this extraordinary tour!

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At a glance

Duration: 9–10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 7 people
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Multi Travel Bulgaria

Ages: Children (5–14 years) · Youth (15–25 years) · Adults (26–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fees: Entrance fee to Kordopulova house
Included: Licensed English speaking guide
Included: Hotel pickup and drop off
Included: Free transport with comfort minivan

Not included

Not included: Personal expenses
Not included: Lunch, Food and beverages

Itinerary

Sofia

1 h 45 min

The travel time from Sofia to Rila Monastery is around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Rila Monastery

one hour Admission not included

Rila monastery is part of UNESCO world cultural heritage list and It’s one of the symbols of Bulgaria. Rila Monastery was founded in the 10th century by St John of Rila, a hermit canonized by the Orthodox Church. His ascetic dwelling and tomb became a holy site and were transformed into a monastic complex which played an important role in the spiritual and social life of medieval Bulgaria. A characteristic example of the Bulgarian Renaissance (18th–19th centuries), the monument symbolizes the awareness of a Slavic cultural identity following centuries of occupation. You will have enough time to explore the monastery, the main church and the monastery museum.
Melnik

1 h 45 min

Travel time from Rila monastery to Melnik is around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Melnik

1 h 30 min

Melnik is the smallest town in Bulgaria nowadays. The first settlers of this region were the Tracian tribe Medi, from which the legendary rebel Spartacus originated. During the Revival Melnik was a blooming big city with big market. Since that times the city is famous with its high quality wines. During the tour we will visit the Kordopulova house where we can taste the local wine. Near Melnik we will see the Pyramids of Melnik.

Entrance fee to Kordopulova house is 3 levs.
Melnik

one hour

Before traveling back to Sofia we will make lunch break (lunch is not included in the tour price).
Melnik

2 h 15 min

The travel time from Melnik back to Sofia is around 2 hours and 15 minutes.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meeting point at public parking zone

End point

Meeting point at public parking zone

Pickup points

Hotel Latinka
Aparthotel Bon Bon
Gloria Palace Hotel
Hilton Sofia
Hotel Europe Sofia
Hotel Premier Sofia Airport
Arte Hotel
Hotel Teheran
Barocco Appart Hotel & Residence
Central Perk Apartments
Astoria Grand Hotel
TemGer M

and 168 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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Proper clothing required - all clothes have to cover the shoulders, tank tops, short skirts are not allowed!
Travel time to Rila monastery is around 1 hour 45 minutes