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Rila Monastery Private Tour
- Max Travelers15 people
- CategoryAdditional fees, Audio Guides
Overview
The Rila Monastery is Bulgaria’s “must see” UNESCO site to visit. Among many offers for a day tour to Rila Monastery, we are now happy to offer some unique and customized day tours – dedicated service, knowledgeable guides, perfectly maintained vehicles and personal touch.
Founded in the 10th century, the Rila Monastery is regarded as one of Bulgaria’s most important cultural, historical and architectural monuments. It is traditionally thought that the monastery was founded by the hermit St. Ivan of Rila. The hermit actually lived in a cave without any material possessions not far from the monastery’s location, while the complex was built by his students, who came to the mountains to receive their education. The monastery was established in it,s today location in 14th century. After two major fires the monastery was restored in 1837. It is part of UNESCO’s world heritage list since 1983 and it is still an active monastery.
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What's included
Drop off
Private tour
Driver/guide
Professional guide in English
Transport by private vehicle
Pick up
What's Not included
Food and drinks
Rila Monastery complex (free admission), Rila Monastery museums (5-10u20ac) and Boyana church entrance fee 10u20ac per person (also for the guide) not included
Itinerary
Founded in the 10th century, the Rila Monastery is regarded as one of Bulgaria's most important cultural, historical and architectural monuments and is a must-visit tourist attraction for both Bulgarians and foreign visitors.nnThe Monastery was founded by the hermit St. Ivan of Rila, whose name it bears, during the rule of Tsar Peter I (927-968). The hermit actually lived in a cave without any material possessions not far from the monastery's location, while the complex was built by his students, who came to the mountains to receive their education.
Located on the outskirts of Sofia, Boyana Church consists of three buildings. The eastern church was built in the 10th century, then enlarged at the beginning of the 13th century by Sebastocrator Kaloyan, who ordered a second two storey building to be erected next to it. The frescoes in this second church, painted in 1259, make it one of the most important collections of medieval paintings. The ensemble is completed by a third church, built at the beginning of the 19th century. This site is one of the most complete and perfectly preserved monuments of east European medieval art.
Good to know
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All year round women need to have kneels and shoulders covered. Warm clothes and low heel shoes.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.