Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Private Eco Tour

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About this activity

The tour stands out for several unique features:

Enjoy Bulgaria entirely at your own pace. This is a fully private tour: once you book, no other travelers are added — whether you are one person, a couple or a small private group.

Expertly Guided Tours: Knowledgeable and friendly local guides accompany travelers throughout the tour, providing insightful commentary, historical context, and insider tips about Rila Monastery and Boyana Church.

Free Time for Exploration: The itinerary includes generous free time at each location, allowing travelers to explore Rila Monastery and Boyana Church at their own pace. Whether it's admiring the intricate frescoes, visiting museum exhibits, or simply soaking in the serene surroundings, guests have the freedom to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of these iconic landmarks.

Small Group Experience: PrivaTour BG prioritizes small group sizes to ensure an intimate and personalized experience for every traveler.

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Privatour BG

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–5 years) · Youth (6–16 years) · Adults (17–64 years) · Seniors (65–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
Not included: Brunch

Itinerary

Rila Monastery

3 hours

A picturesque 2 hours drive to Rila Monastery, the largest and most significant monastery in Bulgaria. Established in the 10th century, the monastery showcases remarkable architecture and frescoes. You will have two full hours and a half of free time at the Rila Monastery to explore it for yourself, enter the main church and take photos of the narthex’s gallery, admire the exhibits in the History Museum of the Monastery, try the tasty local donuts with delicious buffalo’s milk (local specialty) or a short walk in the area;
Boyana Church

30 min Admission included

The adventure continues with a visit to Boyana Church, a historical treasure dating back to the 11th century. Find the expressive and well-preserved frescoes from the 13th century, considered precursors to the European Renaissance.

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
Hotel Premier Sofia Airport
Arte Hotel
Hotel Teheran
Barocco Appart Hotel & Residence
Central Perk Apartments
Astoria Grand Hotel
TemGer M

and 166 more pickup points

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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.