Embark on a UNESCO World Heritage day trip from Sofia to explore the stunning Rila Monastery and Boyana Church. Choose from guided tours or transport-only options.
Embark on a UNESCO World Heritage day trip from Sofia to explore the stunning Rila Monastery and Boyana Church. Choose from guided tours or transport-only options.
- St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 09:00 departure from the starting point. Be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
- St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral - 09:00 departure from the starting point. Be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
- Driver/Tour guide in English
- Transport by air-conditioned minibus
- Parking fees
- Driver/Tour guide in English
- Transport by air-conditioned minibus
- Parking fees
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Admission to Boyana Church (approx. 5 euros per person) and Rila Monastery Museum (approx. 4 euros per person)
- Audio guide in Spanish, Italian, German, Russian or English (approx. 5 euros per person)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Admission to Boyana Church (approx. 5 euros per person) and Rila Monastery Museum (approx. 4 euros per person)
- Audio guide in Spanish, Italian, German, Russian or English (approx. 5 euros per person)
- Food and drinks
Embark on a day-long journey from Sofia to two of Bulgaria’s UNESCO World Heritage sites. Commence your expedition in a minibus, taking in the scenic Bulgarian countryside as you head to the Rila Monastery nestled within the pine-enshrouded Rila Mountains. Participate in a guided walkthrough of this medieval marvel with its mural-adorned church, and…
Embark on a day-long journey from Sofia to two of Bulgaria’s UNESCO World Heritage sites. Commence your expedition in a minibus, taking in the scenic Bulgarian countryside as you head to the Rila Monastery nestled within the pine-enshrouded Rila Mountains. Participate in a guided walkthrough of this medieval marvel with its mural-adorned church, and peruse its intriguing museum. After a period of solo exploration, continue to the Boyana Church, located near Sofia, to appreciate its extraordinary pre-Renaissance murals. Entrance charges are not included. The trip presents 3 separate alternatives: 1. A lead tour option with an English-speaking live guide. 2. A tour accompanied by an audio guide in Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, or English. 3. Only transportation (this option may not be available on certain dates).
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities
- Not wheelchair accessible or stroller friendly
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended
- Exceptions to the standard program:
- Boyana church will NOT be visited on the following days: 1st of January (the tour starts at 11 AM on that day only); The day of Orthodox Easter; 24th and 25th December.
- Hand disinfectant will be provided for free throughout the tour.
- All touch points in the vehicles will be cleaned frequently.
- Minimum traveler age is 5 years old
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
