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Full-day Rila Monastery, Stob Pyramids and St Ivan Rilski Cave from Sofia
5.0
(24 reviews)
6–8 hours
Free cancellation
Private tour
out of 5
24 reviews
About this activity
Explore the picturesque Bulgarian countryside, visiting three famous Bulgarian attractions within a day tour from Sofia! Spend the morning in the Rila Monastery, one of the country’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage sites, a "must see" for anyone visiting Bulgaria. Discover the centuries old forests of the Rila Mountains on a scenic walk to the cave of St. Ivan Rilski (St. John of Rila), where the founder of the monastery lived as an anchorite and explore the amazing rock formations of the Stob’s Pyramids nature phenomenon. Escape the Sofia crowds for a memorable full-day trip led by an expert!
Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Additional fees
Short term availability
At a glance
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–15
- Guide
- German, English, French
- Operated by
- Azimut Tours
Ages: Adults (15–75 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Hotel pick up and drop off
- Included: Guided tour of Rila Monastery
- Included: Licensed mountain guide throughout the tour
- Included: All local taxes
- Included: All transfers
Not included
- Not included: Entrance fees in Rila Monastery museums (approx. 5 € if you are interested in visiting any of the museums, the monastery and church itself are free of charge)
- Not included: Lunch and beverages (allow 5€ - 6€ for lunch pack or 10€ - 13€ for 3 course lunch in a restaurant)
- Not included: Travel insurance
- Not included: Gratuities
Itinerary
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2 hours Admission included
The Rila Monastery, one of Bulgaria's most famous UNESCO Word Heritage sites
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
Pickup points
- Hotel Latinka
- Hotel Royal Victoria
- Gloria Palace Hotel
- Hilton Sofia
- Family Hotel Zdravets
- Hotel Europe Sofia
- Hotel Premier Sofia Airport
- Arte Hotel
- Hotel Teheran
- Barocco Appart Hotel & Residence
- Central Perk Apartments
- Astoria Grand Hotel
and 142 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
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Easy to moderate walking tour
Traveller ratings
5.0
out of 5 · 24 reviews
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