Rila Monastery and Easy Hike Private Tour with Spa Option

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8 to 10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 1 more

Say goodbye to rigid schedules, meeting points and crowded buses. Be the boss of the itinerary with a private tour! А local guide will pick you up from your place and after a 2 hours transfer you can explore the most iconic UNESCO site in Bulgaria with a guided tour on your own pace and free time. Next stop is the Cave of St. John of Rila. We will take a refreshing 15-minute walk to get there.

You can choose the final chapter of your day.
1. Visit the Balkan's hottest thermal spring in Sapareva Banya and relax in the outdoor mineral pools.
Or go for another hike instead:
2. If you’d prefer a more active option, we can skip the pools and hike to the sandstone formations of the Stob Pyramids.

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
For groups of more than 8 participants, 2 staff members will be assigned: one driver and one guide.
Entrance fee for the thermal pools, if you choose that option
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: 8 to 10 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 30 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.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Stob's Pyramids

    You can choose your last stop: The Stob's Pyramids: A scenic 30 minutes uphill walk rewards you with a view of the sandstone hoodoos and the Rila mountain range. The other option is to relax in the outdoor mineral pools of Sapareva Banya: the Balkan's hottest mineral spring. You can spend up to 90 minutes in the pools.

    1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Bulgarian Tours

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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Religious Tours
Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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

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