Rila Monastery and Boiana church private tour

You have the chance to visit two UNESCO world heritage sites in one day- Boyana church and Rila Monastery.

Itinerary

1. Rila Monastery · 2 h

   Rila Monastery is the biggest active male orthodox monastery in Bulgaria, founded by the first Bulgarian hermit- Saint Ivan Rilski in the 10th century. After the big fire in 1833 the monastery was rebuilt anew, the only building which remained from the old monastery is the defense tower. In the Monastery you will have the chance to visit: The Church “Birth of the Holly Virgin” with the relics of Saint John of Rila (Ivan Rilski), the coffin of Tsar Boris III, the monastery kitchen /called Magernitsa/, Hrelyo’s defence tower, history and monastery economy museum. Visit to Saint Yoan’s Cave possible only in good weather.

2. Boyana Church · 30 min

   Boyana church and its beautiful frescos.

What's included

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• WiFi on board
• Air-conditioned vehicle

What's not included

• Boyana church entry ticket- 12 lv (6 euro) per person
• Lunch
• Gratuities
• Rila Monastery museums- History museum, Monastery ecconomy museum, Hrelyo defense tower

Languages

Audio guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, Spanish · Written guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, Spanish

Travellers

• Infant (0–1)
• Adult (18–99)

Options

• Rila Monastery and Boiana churfrom €36.99

  Walk to St. John's cave: Stop at at antique museum

  Duration: 1 hour

  Pickup included

  Audio guide: English · Written guide: English

Additional information

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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