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!
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Rila Monastery Afternoon Half Day tour
What's included in Rila Monastery Afternoon Half Day tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Rila Monastery
Visit to the Rila Monastery
Inclusions
- WiFi on board
- Driver
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Iskar 31 street - Big Yellow House