Day tour to Rila monastery, hiking to the cave of St. John and Boyana church | La Vacanza Travel

Day tour to Rila monastery, hiking to the cave of St. John and Boyana church

Duration: 7 hours
Destination: Bulgaria, Sofia Region, Sofia
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  • 7 hours
  • Sofia
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Small group bigger experience!

• Visit the Boyana Church – an inspiring temple, with unique frescoes from the 13th century.
• Visit the top Bulgarian Landmark, a UNESCO site and the biggest Monastery in Bulgaria – Rila monastery.
• Know more about the Eastern Orthodox traditions, frescoes and history.
• Get close to the nature and enjoy the “Rila Mountain Natural Park”, the biggest in Bulgaria.
• Know more about Bulgarian culture
• Walking through an old beech forest, which takes us to a mystical place - the cave and the prayer rock of the hermit

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Rila Monastery, Rila 2643 Bulgaria

Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Day Tour

The two most famous UNESCO sites in Bulgaria in One day!

Experience two of Bulgaria’s most special places recognized for their religious significance, historical importance and cultural dignities. We will lead you through the fascinating pre-Renaissance frescoes of the Boyana Church, the small charm towns all the way to the heart of the “Rila Monastery” Nature Park – the trip is involved also with Rural tourism. Admire the unique architecture and learn all the details about the spacious history of the largest Bulgarian monastic complex.

Additional trip: Оn the way back we will have small walking to the “Stob pyramids” – а natural wonder. Sandstone pyramids.

Complimentary: Wine tasting in magnificent "Medi valley winery":

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit the Boyana Church – an inspiring temple, with unique frescoes from the 13th century.
• Visit the top Bulgarian Landmark, a UNESCO site and the biggest Monastery in Bulgaria – Rila monastery.
• Know more about the Eastern Orthodox traditions, frescoes and history.
• Get close to the nature and enjoy the “Rila Mountain Natural Park”, the biggest in Bulgaria.
• Know more about Bulgarian culture, nature and traditions.
• Local Wine tasting

Additional info:
• Мееting point Alexander Nevsky cathedral 8.00am
• Return to your hotel around 3.30pm / Duration: 7.5 hours
• 3 pax - 45.00 EUR per person
• 4 to 7 pax - 35.00 EUR per person
• For children under 18 years - 20% off the price!
• Inclusions: English speaking guide / Small-group, Personal atention / Transport
• Exclusions: Food and drinks/ Ticket for the Boyana church – 5EUR. For students and Schoolers is 1EUR!


Duration: 7 hours

Inclusions
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Driver guide
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Entry/Admission - Rila Monastery

Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Meeting point- reception


Departure Time

08:00 AM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

7 hours


User's Reviews

Markus E

16 Oct, 2022

Anyone who didn't see Rila Monastery, was not in Bulgaria, that's a Bulgarian saying. And - it's true. Booking an organized tour is the best option to do so if you stay for a city sightseeing trip in Sofia. Departure is early, so you have the chance to see Rila monastery in the morning withoout bigger tour groups walking around in the inner courtyard and the church of the monastery. After that a hike to Rilski cave in the woods follows. At the end of the trip a visit to Boyana church is on the programme. This tour is well organized and you have the time you need at every stop of the programme. I can recommend this day trip!

Boryaba

14 Sep, 2022

Excellent guide, very small group tours, beautiful sights, nature all around, relaxed pace, lots to see and learn, church frescoes that take your breath away.

Annelize_B

06 Jun, 2022

Great day out with Nadya, who took us to the monastery, wine tasting and the Boyana church in her car. Sadly as we were only a party of 2, we didn’t get to do the normal wine tasting, but we were given two bottles of wine instead. Hearing about the size of the tasting (three full glasses), I’m great full it didn’t happen - in that heat, I’d have passed out. Nadya was great, and I’d highly recommend going on this trip if visiting Sofia - beautiful scenery on the drive, and fab to get out of the city. We’re not religious, but enjoyed the architecture and information about the area.

Shafak_A

19 Feb, 2022

magnificent places, friendly guide . enjoyed the car journey through the mauntens , my eyes cached a defrent kind of arts

Vincent_S

17 Aug, 2021

Excellent visit. The guilt is kind, cool, benevolent and very professional. The travel was well organized and the guilt got a lot of knowledge about the place I've visited. And now, i know a lot about Bulgarian history. I had a good day and I recommend without hesitation. Thank's a lot.

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