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From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Villa Montevino Half - Day Trip

By Hola Bulgaria
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$478 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Enjoy a memorable trip to the most famous Bulgarian monastery - Rila Monastery - UNESCO heritage site. Relax on a convenient transport and have the freedom to explore the monastery complex on your own pace. Take photos, check the souvenir shops, explore the history museum and try some of the delicious local pastries, offered in the monastery`s bakery.

Audio info (cloud-based) in English, Spanish and Italian is included - smartphone and wi-fi are required to be used.

After the monastery visit, you will also stop at the charming boutique wine estate located at the foothills of Rila Mountain - Villa Montevino.

There you will be able to take some memorable photos, grab a coffee or drink a glass of local wine.

After a delightful trip, you will return in Sofia in the early afternoon, so that you can spend some free time there or continue to the airport for your return flight.

Activity location
  • Rila Monastery
    • 2643, Rila, Bulgaria
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Rila Monastery
    • 2643, Rila, Bulgaria

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Private Option
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Private Trip: This is a private option, just for you and your group! It includes hotel pick-up and drop off!
Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$470.21 x 1 AdultNZ$470.21
Paid at activityNZ$7.84
Total
Price is NZ$478.05
Until Mon, 23 Feb

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    English- speaking host, who will accompany you during the day
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Trip to Rila Monastery and Villa Montevino
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Audio info (cloud-based) in the specified languages - smartphone and active wi-fi required
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport by a comfortable A/C vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Other foods, drinks, personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge/tips - optional in the end of the tour
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fee - Rila Monastery Museum - optional visit (cash or card on spot)

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Rila Monastery
  • 1h 30m
The tour departs at 8:00 from Sofia city centre and we will take you to the most famous Bulgarian monastery! The travelling time is about 2 hours on a scenic road. The Rila Monastery was established in the 10th century by the Bulgarian Saint John of Rila – the miracle maker. It is the biggest Bulgarian monastery and the most beautiful one. The current monastery complex was built in the 19th century, and was covered with amazing frescoes! The access to the yard and to the church is free. When you arrive there, you will have one and a half hours to explore it on your own pace. Take memorable photos, explore the history museum, check the souvenir shops and try the delicious Bulgarian pasties, made in the bakery of the monastery!
Kocherinovo
  • 30m
After the visit of the monastery, on the way back, you will stop at Villa Montevino - a charming boutique wine estate located at the foothills of Rila Mountain, offering a perfect blend of nature, gastronomy, and authentic Bulgarian wine culture. Surrounded by vineyards and gentle hills, the villa provides a peaceful and elegant atmosphere, ideal for travellers seeking relaxation and unique local experiences. Its unique medieval-based design makes it one of the best spots for memorable photos in the area! In this complex, we will do a 30-minute break, during which you can take some amazing photos, drink a coffee or a glass of wine. After the refreshing break, we will continue back to Sofia. The expected arrival there in the city centre is at 14:00.

Location

Activity location
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    Rila Monastery
    • 2643, Rila, Bulgaria
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Rila Monastery
    • 2643, Rila, Bulgaria

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