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Flexible Group Day Trip to Rila Monastery & Boyana Church

Flexible Group Day Trip to Rila Monastery & Boyana Church

4.5 (106) 🕑 10 hours Free cancellation

Experience the pinnacle of Bulgarian cultural heritage in a single day! This unique itinerary allows you to explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the majestic Rila Monastery, renowned as Bulgaria's largest and most significant monastery, and the captivating Boyana Church, celebrated for its exquisite 13th-century proto-Renaissance frescoes. Immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance of Rila Monastery, marvel at its intricate architecture, and delve into centuries of monastic history. Later, journey to the charming Boyana Church and be transported back in time by its breathtaking wall paintings. Choose your preferred exploration style with either a self-guided tour for independent exploration or a private guided tour for personalized insights and captivating narratives. This exclusive day trip offers an unforgettable cultural experience, showcasing the best of Bulgaria's historical and artistic treasures. Choose between privately-guided and self-guided tour.

Languages: language.el Bulgarian English Japanese Chinese Polish Turkish Russian Spanish German Italian French Romanian
📍Sofia Alexander Nevski Cathedral, 1000 Old City Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
🏢Operated by VIP-Sliven Ltd.

What's included

  • Transport (If the privately-guided option is chosen)
  • English speaking guide (If the privately-guided option is chosen)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (If the privately-guided option is chosen)
  • E-guide (If the self-guided option is chosen)
  • Unique conversational audio guide (in the self-guided option)

What's not included

  • Entrance fee Boyana Church

Good to know

Confirmation will be received at time of booking Children must be accompanied by an adult

Opening Hours

08:00 - 17:00

08:00 - 17:00

08:00 - 17:00

08:00 - 17:00

08:00 - 17:00

08:00 - 17:00

08:00 - 17:00

Meeting Point

Alexander Nevski cathedral (for the privately-guided option) (Aleksander Nevski Square, Sofia, 1000)

Rila Monastery (for the self-guided option) (Rila monastery, Rila monastery, Sofia City Province, 216)

Good to know before you go

Difficulty:
Easy

Cancellation policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 48 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 48 hours before the activity start time.
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£ 83.00

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