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Discover Bulgaria’s spiritual heart and natural beauty on this small-group tour to the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery combined with a taste of authentic local life. Travel comfortably from Sofia with your expert live guide who shares stories, legends, and hidden details about the monastery’s centuries-old frescoes, unique architecture, and the role it has played in Bulgarian culture. After exploring the peaceful courtyards and richly decorated church, enjoy a moment of authentic hospitality with a freshly prepared traditional snack, crafted from regional ingredients. To complete your experience, savor a guided wine tasting featuring carefully selected Bulgarian wines that reflect the country’s long viticultural heritage. This tour blends history, spirituality, and flavor into one memorable day—perfect for travelers who want more than a standard sightseeing trip. Small groups ensure personal attention and plenty of opportunities for photos, questions, and connection.
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Meeting and pickup
We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign bearing the lead traveler’s name.
Itinerary
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1Rila Monastery
Step inside Bulgaria’s most sacred site with this exclusive VIP tour of Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure. With your private guide, you’ll enjoy unique access to areas often missed by regular visitors. Marvel at the frescoes of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary Church and climb the 14th-century Hrelyo Tower. Discover priceless treasures in the Church History Museum, including the legendary Rila Cross, then continue to the Ethnographic Museum, the Museum of Monastery Economy, and the restored guest rooms, once used by pilgrims and dignitaries. Each stop reveals a different layer of monastic life, from devotion and artistry to everyday traditions.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
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Welcoming the guests upon their arrival and taking them on a tour of the winery; Presentation and tasting of 2 wines from the Medi Valley portfolio accompanied by breadsticks and mineral water; Narration of the story of the winery and presentation of the current range of products; Brief discussion; Taking in the breathtaking views of the Rila Mountain from the panoramic terrace of the Medi Valley Winery Complex; Time for the guests to browse and purchase wine and accessories from the winery shop at preferential prices; Bidding farewell to the guests.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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