Culture and hiking: Rila monastery, Stob pyramids, waterfalls and panorama

The highest mountain in Balkan peninsula - Rila. Join the adventure. This is a combined tour in the area of Rila monastery – the biggest one of Bulgaria, the spring of knowledge, hope and faith. We’ll see the phenomena Stob’s pyramids, Bohemia waterfalls and the panoramic peak “The Cross”.

Itinerary

1. Stob · 2 h

   The transfer to Stob's pyramids is less than 2 hours. The hiking is less than an hour and a half in that sandy pyramids, made by the force of nature.

2. Rila Mountains · 3 h

   At first, we’ll star with Bohemia waterfalls – a chain of 13 small ones. The trail is extreme and we’ll use a rope in two areas. In total that trail is less than 2 hours. The last trail is "The Cross", which is a panoramic peak to the valley of Rilska Bistrica river and the town of Rila.

3. Rila Monastery · 1 h

   Afternoon transfer to Rila monastery. The guide will give you free time for lunch. Later the guide will show you the frescoes, explain the history to understand why this mountain is sacred for the people.

What's included

• Hotel pick up and drop off
• Professional guide

What's not included

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities (optional)

Languages

In-person guide: English

Travellers

• Adult (18–75)

Options

• Culture and hiking: Rila monastery, Stob pyramids, waterfalls and panorama

  Pickup included

  In-person guide: English

Additional information

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Hiking shoes are recommended

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.