Rila Monastery & Thermae Full-Day Tour from Sofia

Guided Tour (English) and free online audio-guides in Eg, Fr, Sp, It, Ger, Rus. Rila Monastery UNESCO site and the healing powers of Bulgaria's mineral springs in a relaxing spa!

Guided tour (Spanish and Italain) available on certain days of the week!

Skip the line and reserved spots!

Itinerary

1. Rila Monastery · 1 h

   Rila Monastery -The Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. 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 must-visit tourist attraction for both Bulgarians and foreign visitors. It was built at its present place in the 14th century. The oldest buildings in the complex date from this period - the Tower of Hrelyu (1334–1335) and a small church just next to it (1343). However, the arrival of the Ottomans in the end of the 14th century was followed by numerous raids and a destruction of the monastery in the middle of the 15th century. The monastery complex, regarded as one of the most impressive masterpieces of Bulgarian National Revival architecture, was declared a national historical monument in 1976 and became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1983.

2. Rila

   Rila National Park is the highest and most beautiful mountain on the Balkan penisula with its 2925 m. high peak Musala and beautiful forest, rivers, waterfalls and meadows.

3. Aqua Club Kotvata&Restaurant Kotvata · 2 h

   Kotvata Thermal Spa Complex offers excellent hot mineral water in many outside and inside pools. Relax, recover and enjoy a beer, no matter winter or summer. Inside thermal pool is cheaper and warmer for the winter, outside pools offer diffrent temperature and are perfect for both summer and winter months.

What's included

• English speaking driver or guide
• Rila Monastery complex - free admission
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Spanish and Italian Live Guide on certain days (if option booked)
• Parking Fees
• Online audio-guide in Eg, Fr, Sp, It, De, Rus (use with your smartphone & earphones)

What's not included

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Thermal complex admission fee

Meeting point

Start time

09:00

End point

Languages

In-person guide: English, Italian, Spanish · Audio guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Travellers

• Infant (0–2)
• Child (3–15)
• Adult (16–99)

Options

• Budget Rila Monastery and Spa from €27

  Self-guided tour w/audio guide: On a budget: visit Rila Monastery & thermal pools (optional, extra entrance fees) with a audio in Eg, Fr, De, Rus, It, Sp.

  Start time: 09:00

  In-person guide: Italian, Spanish, English · Audio guide: Italian, Spanish, Russian, English, French, German

• Rila & Thermae in Italian from €33

  Italian Live Guide: The tour is in Italian.

  Start time: 09:00

  In-person guide: Italian, Spanish, English · Audio guide: Italian, Spanish, Russian, English, French, German

• RIla and Thermae in Spanishfrom €33

  Spanish Live Guide

  Start time: 09:00

  In-person guide: Italian, Spanish, English · Audio guide: Italian, Spanish, Russian, English, French, German

• Rila Monastery & Thermal Spa from €33

  Guided Tour (English): Live guide (English) and free online audio guide in Eg, Fr, Sp, It, Ger, Rus (smartphone and internet required).

  Start time: 09:00

  In-person guide: Italian, Spanish, English · Audio guide: Italian, Spanish, Russian, English, French, German

Additional information

• Wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Knees and shoulders need to be covered during the Monastery visit
• Entrance fees for thermal complex not included and varies between 15 and 25 € per person
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Not recommended for people with health/hearth problems due to warm water

Cancellation policy

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