Rila Monastery and Easy Hike Private Tour

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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 1 more

Enjoy a private, stress-free day trip from Sofia. After a 2-hour drive, explore the iconic Rila Monastery at your own pace, take a short walk to the Cave of St. John of Rila, and soak in the epic mountain views at the beautiful Kirilova Polyana meadow.

What's Included

ticket for the Church History Museum to see the Raphael's cross: a unique work of Bulgarian miniature woodcarving.
pickup and drop-off at your location
local driver-guide
you will get a bottle of water and cup of tea/coffee
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Meals and snacks are not included. If you wish we can stop for a lunch break and taste local culinary specialties. Price: 25 EUR per person.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel or Airbnb. The guide will call you by phone upon arrival at the pick-up address.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Rila Monastery

    We don't just "see" the monastery. We explore the architectural genius of the Bulgarian Renaissance and the stories hidden within the frescos. Enjoy a guided walk on your own pace in the most iconic UNESCO World Heritage site in Bulgaria. Visit the History Museum to see the legendary Rafail's Cross: a masterpiece of woodcarving. Stop at the monastery bakery to try mekitsi.

    1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Cave of St.Ivan Rilski

    We follow the footsteps of St. Ivan Rilski into an ancient beech forest. It's a 15 minutes easy hike to the cave where the hermit spent his last years. Pass through the miraculous rock tunnel - a ritual for the soul. Drink from the mountain spring and feel the fresh wild air.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Get ready to be blown away by Kirilova Polyana! This beautiful, tucked-away meadow is the perfect spot to take in the most dramatic, high-alpine scenery in the Rila Mountains. Surrounded by massive, jagged cliffs that stand tall like giants, the views here are absolutely massive and feel truly epic. It’s the ultimate place to just hang out, soak up the fresh mountain air, and feel how small you are next to these incredible peaks.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Bulgarian Tours

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Religious Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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