Why choose this tour ?
Discover one of the Bulgaria’s UNESCO World Heritage gems on this day trip from Sofia. Traveling by minibus, admire rural Bulgaria on route to the Rila Monastery in the pine-carpeted Rila Mountains. Take a guided tour of the medieval treasure with its fresco-coated church, and visit its fascinating museum. Then, spend some time to explore independently. Entrance fees not included. The tour offers 3 different options: 1. The guided tour option is with an English-speaking live guide. 2. Tour with an an audio guide in Spanish, Italian, German, Russian or English. 3. Transport only (that option might not be bookable for some dates).
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What makes Rila Monastery Day Tour from Sofia a unique experience ?
09:00 departure from the starting point. Be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
Rila Monastery is one of Bulgaria’s symbols and a popular tourist destination. The monastery is set deep in the heart of Rila Mountain, between the Rilska and Drushliavitza Rivers, at 1147 metres (3760 feet) above sea level. It is situated 120 kilometres south of Sofia.
After the guided tour, enjoy some free time for further exploration, lunch, photo shoots, etc.
Return to the starting point at approximately 17:00
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended
- All touch points in the vehicles will be cleaned frequently.
- Minimum traveler age is 5 years old
- The total duration of the tour includes the travel time
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- Tour with online audio guide
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Internet&own headphones needed: Live guide -NOT included. An accompanying tour conductor will speak a different language.Internet required for the audioguide - Guided Tour in English
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Join this English-guided tour to Rila monastery with a professional English-speaking guide. - Tour with Аudio-guide
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Tour with audio-guide : Includes a multilingual audioguide. Live guide -NOT included. An accompanying tour conductor will speak a different language.
Rila Monastery Day Tour from Sofia Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Driver/Tour guide in English
- Transport by air-conditioned minibus
- Parking Fees
Not Included
- Gratuities
- Audio guide in Spanish, Italian, German, Russian or English (approx. 5 euros per person)
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Traventuria.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Sofia.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
