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Rila Monastery and Boiana church private tour
Historical Tours 6–9 hours 4.9 · 13 reviews Offered in: German, Russian, English, Italian, Spanish

Rila Monastery and Boiana church private tour

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Overview

You have the chance to visit two UNESCO world heritage sites in one day- Boyana church and Rila Monastery.

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  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
  • Mobile ticket

What's included

Private transportation

Bottled water

On-board WiFi

In-vehicle air conditioning

Boyana church entry ticket- 12 lv (6 euro) per person

Lunch

Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What to expect

  1. Rila Monastery

    2 hours

    Rila Monastery is the biggest active male orthodox monastery in Bulgaria, founded by the first Bulgarian hermit- Saint Ivan Rilski in the 10th century. After the big fire in 1833 the monastery was rebuilt anew, the only building which remained from the old monastery is the defense tower. In the Monastery you will have the chance to visit: The Church “Birth of the Holly Virgin” with the relics of Saint John of Rila (Ivan Rilski), the coffin of Tsar Boris III, the monastery kitchen /called Magernitsa/, Hrelyo’s defence tower, history and monastery economy museum. Visit to Saint Yoan’s Cave possible only in good weather.

  2. Boyana Church

    30 min

    Boyana church and its beautiful frescos.

Cancellation Policy

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

Times are local to the experience (Europe/Sofia).

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Up to 8 travelers per booking

FAQs about Rila Monastery and Boiana church private tour

Can I cancel Rila Monastery and Boiana church private tour for free?

Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

How long does it take?

It takes about 6–9 hours.

Is pickup offered?

Pickup is offered for all travelers.

What's included?

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • On-board WiFi
  • In-vehicle air conditioning

What's not included?

  • Boyana church entry ticket- 12 lv (6 euro) per person
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Which places does it visit?

It visits Rila Monastery, Boyana Church.

Which languages is it offered in?

It is offered in German, Russian, English, Italian, Spanish.

What fitness level is needed?

It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

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