Rila Monastery Afternoon Half Day Tour

IMPORTANT: Entrance in the monastery is only allowed with covered shoulders and covered knees. So please make sure you have appropriate clothes.

The Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. It is situated in the Rila Mountains. The monastery is named after its founder, the hermit Ivan of Rila (876 – 946 AD). 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 key tourist attraction for both Bulgaria and Southern Europe. If you want to be among the lucky ones who have visited this amazing site, join our tours and let’s have a great time together!

Itinerary

1. Rila Monastery · 2 h

   Visit to the Rila Monastery

What's included

• WiFi on board
• Driver
• Air-conditioned vehicle

What's not included

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities

Meeting point

Start time

14:00

End point

Languages

In-person guide: English

Travellers

• Adult (7–99)

Options

• Rila Monastery Afternoon Half Day TourSpecial offer€49from €44.10

  Start time: 14:00

  In-person guide: English

Additional information

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Rila Monastery is about 1.5 - 2.5 hours driving from Sofia depending on traffic

Cancellation policy

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