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Private Guided Tour to Rila Monastery from Sofia

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4 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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French, German, Italian, Spanish, Greek, Mandarin, Russian, Japanese
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Overview

Unveiling the Rila Monastery: Your Private Journey

Experience the awe-inspiring Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on a truly unique and personal journey.

Your Private Guide & Driver:
Effortless Navigation: Relax and enjoy the scenic drive.

Personalized Insights: Benefit from the private guide's in-depth knowledge of the monastery, shared through engaging conversation and insightful commentary.

Flexibility: Explore at your own pace. Your private guide is going to adapt to your interests and linger at the spots that captivate you most.

Immersive Storytelling: Uncover the monastery's rich history and profound spirituality through captivating narratives that bring its past to life.

This is more than a visit; it's your private pilgrimage.

Book your tour today and embark on an unforgettable journey of discovery with us.

What's Included

  • Parking and general entry fee
  • Full transportation
  • Private guide/driver
  • Personal expenses
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

If you have not provided a pick up address or point we shall meet you at 09:00 am in front of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral (main steps entrance) to depart from here.

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ploshtad "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski"
1000 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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Rila Monastery

Our focal point of the tour
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3 hours Admission Ticket Included

Bansko

We see our top ski resort on the way
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Admission Ticket Free

Rila National Park

The beauty of Rila mountains
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Admission Ticket Free

Rila Mountains

The beauty of Rila mountains
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Admission Ticket Free

Rila

We pass on the way
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Admission Ticket Free

Sofia

The Bulgarian capital is our starting and final point of the tour. We shall see Sofia from the vehicle.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guided Tour to Rila Monastery from Sofia?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-8728P482

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What's Included

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  • Parking and general entry fee
  • Full transportation
  • Private guide/driver
  • Unique conversational audio guide in English
  • Personal expenses

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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