From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Day Trip
See the best of Bulgaria in 1 day. This self-guided, shared shuttle tour will take you to both the UNESCO Rila Monastery in the Rila National park in the morning and then in the afternoon to the city of Plovdiv - the cultural capital of Bulgaria. In the morning the shuttle bus will take you to the Rila Monastery where you have more than 1 hour to explore the site at your own pace. The complex is compact in size so the time allows to see the most important parts of it. After that in the afternoon the shared shuttle will take you on a 3.5 hours journey through the scenic mountains of Bulgaria to the city of Plovdiv - one of Bulgaria's most visited cultural and historical sites. You have more than 4.5 hours to explore the historical city center on your own. Driver will provide you with a tourist map and tips for what to see.
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07:30 h Departure
What's included in From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Day Trip
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Rila Monastery
Explore the UNSECO Rila Monstery at your own pace
Plovdiv
Scroll through the culture capital of Bulgaria at your own pace. Or maybe join the free walking tour of the city. Your driver will leave you at a convenient place close to the city center for a tour of your own.
Rila National Park
Enjoy the stunning views of Rila National park while at the Rila monastery.
Inclusions
- Professional driving services
- Shared transfers to Plovdiv city and Rila monastery by comfortable A/C minibus
- English speaking host
- Transportation with airconditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees (optional) Rila monastery museum : 8 BGN per person
- Guiding services
- Meals & personal expenses
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A dress code is required to enter the Rila Monastery. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- A moderate amount of walking is involved in the city of Plovdiv
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Directions: The car parking is located at Knyaz Aleksander I square, in front of The Palace - National Art Gallery. The nearest metro station is Serdika. Vehicles have Rila Shuttle sign on the front window.
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Ticket Redemption
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions • Child seats have to be requested in advance, at the time of reservation