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Sofia to Boyana Church, Rila Monastery Private Guided Day Tour

Sofia to Boyana Church, Rila Monastery Private Guided Day Tour

4.8 (115) 🕑 8 hours Free cancellation

Save time but preserve the benefits of independence on this private tour that checks off not one but two UNESCO World Heritage sites in just one day. Traveling with your private driver/guide, see the 10th-century Boyana Church with its medieval frescoes, followed by the Rila Monastery with its 14th-century tower. Tour includes door-to-door transport but excludes entrance fees.

Languages: English
📍Rila, Bulgaria
🏢Operated by City Tour Ltd.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the beautifully preserved medieval frescoes of Boyana Church
  • Explore the Rila Monastery, Bulgaria’s largest monastery
  • Enjoy the flexibility and personal attention of a private driver/guide
  • Travel door-to-door in climate-controlled comfort, complete with free Wi-Fi

What you'll see & do

  • First you will head to the Rila Monastery- the biggest monastery in Bulgaria. It was established back in the 10th century. The current buildings are from the mid 19th century, with a defensive tower that survived from the 14th century. In the monastery complex you will admire the impressive architecture and frescoes. During the guided tour (45 minutes) in the inner yard and the monastery museum, you will discover the most precious pieces that are kept from the past and all the facts and stories about the biggest Bulgarian monastery complex. You will also have the chance to see an old and authentic monk room! Before going back to Sofia, you will have free time for a lunch break in a great local restourant with delicious cuisine.
  • On the way back you will stop at the great UNESCO historical place – Boyana church, dating back to the 11th century, which has unique and very well preserved frescoes and pictures from the 13th century period. You will have the chance to explore the church and learn its hisotry from your guide. The expected return in Sofia is at 5pm.

What's included

  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • A trip to Boyana Church and Rila Monastery
  • Private driver- guide
  • Transportation by an A/C car

What's not included

  • Boyana Church – Adults 10 EUR. Children over 7 years and students - 3 EUR
  • Rila Monastery museum & monk room entrance ticket- 4 EUR
  • Food & personal expenses
  • Gratuities

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please warn us if you have a 0-2 years old baby when you make the reservation so that we can prepare a special seat for them

Hotel/ adress pick up at 9;00 am.- please indicate it.

Cancellation policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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