Rila Monastery Bike Tour from Sofia
Exciting one day bike trip in Rila Monastery valley. Enjoy a bike ride on village roads with great views to Rila mountains, have a fresh trout for lunch and visit the holiest place in Bulgaria - Rila monastery!
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Exciting one day bike trip in Rila Monastery valley. Enjoy a bike ride on village roads with great views to Rila mountains, have a fresh trout for lunch and visit the holiest place in Bulgaria - Rila monastery!
Itinerary
Pick up from your hotel at 8.30 am and transfer to the foothills of Rilla mountains (approx. 1.30h)
You will do a 20 km bike ride on rolling asphalt road enjoying mountain views, local vineyards and authentic village life. You stop for lunch at a local restaurant by the river and enjoy the famous Rila monastery fresh trout. After lunch you go for a visit of the biggest and most famous monastery in Bulgaria - Rila and learn about its founder St. Joan of Rila and the story behind one of the holiest places in the Bulgaria. Next is a long and thrilling 20 km descend down the valley. Option for a stop at a local winery!
Approximate time of arrival in Sofia - 5 - 6 pm.
What's included
- Bike rental
- Tour guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Use of helmet
What's not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Cycling guide
Start time
08:00
Languages
In-person guide: English
Travellers
- Adult (18–85)
Options
- Rila Monastery Bike Tour from Sofiafrom €150
Start time: 08:00
In-person guide: English
Additional information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All biking skill levels are welcomed
- Mountain bike routes also available
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 7 people per booking
- Supplement for 1 person tour: 90euro
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.