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Day Tour to Rila Monastery from Sofia
- Duration7 hours
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryBus Tours, Cultural Tours
Overview
You will visit the UNESCO world heritage site of Rila Monastery in the heart of the highest mountain on the Balkans.
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What's included
Guided visit of Rila Monastery
Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not included
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
Bottled water
Rila Monastery historical museum (5 EUR)
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Itinerary
Rila Monastery is the most exquisite example of monastery art and architecture of Bulgaria located in the picturesque heart of the mountain. The Church of the Nativity of Virgin Mary keeps the miraculous icon, splendid gilded iconostasis and the chest with relics of St Ivan Rilski. In the court are located the medieval battlements of Hrelyu tower and the monastery kitchen. During your free time you will be able to visit the church museum with the wood-carved cross of monk Rafael or taste the famous local mekitsi (kind of a doughnut) and the Bulgarian yogurt.
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.