Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Shuttle Day Tour
The Rila Monastery and Boyana Church are two of Bulgaria's most important UNESCO World Heritage sites. Experience them both in a single day on this convenient transfer service from central Sofia, with a driver/guide. First, check out the frescoes in the Boyana Church; next head to the Rila Monastery for a short guided tour followed by free time. Please note: entrance fees are at your own expense.
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See the Rila Monastery and Boyana Church in a single day from Sofia
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Learn about the 800-year-old frescoes from your driver/guide
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Bring your own food from Sofia or buy lunch at the Rila Monastery
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Picks up and drops off from a single convenient central location
Quick Overview
Tour Plan
The meeting point for the tour is Behild Alexander Nevsky Cathedral at 8:45. The departure is at 9am. Please be on time!
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Rila Monastery is the biggest monastery in Bulgaria. It was established back in the 10th century. The current buildings are from the mid 19th century, with a defensive tower that survived from the 14th century. In the monastery complex you will admire the impressive architecture and frescoes. You will have 40-mintue guided tour and 2.5 hours free time to check the museum, the shops, take photos and have lunch break.
Your other stop is at the great UNESCO historical place – Boyana church, dating back to the 11th century, which has unique and very well preserved frescoes and pictures from the period of 11 to 14 century. You will have the chance to explore the church and learn its amazing history from your guide. Please have in mind that the inside visit of the church is limit to 10 minites per group because of its small size. Additionally, you will also spend some time in the yard of the church where you can take photos and also learn some of the interesting historical facts.
At the end of the tour, the van/bus returns to the same starting point, Behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
Included
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Transportation by a comfortable bus/ minibus
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A trip to to Boyana Chuch and Rila Monastery
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Parking fees
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English speaking guide OR driver, depending on the booked option
Excluded
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Boyana church entrance ticket - approx. 6 euro per person (12 lev)
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Rila Monastery museum + monk room entrance ticket - approx. 4 euro per person (8 lev)
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Food and drinks
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Gratuities
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Hotel pick up and drop off