Private tour to Rila monastery, Wine degustation, Boyana church
Overview
9.40 am Arrive at Rila monastery
Deep in the Rila Mountain in the southwestern part of Bulgaria, about 1h 30min drive from Sofia is situated the biggest symbol of Christianity in Bulgaria- Rila Monastery. The Monastery was founded by the hermit St. Ivan Rilski in the beginning of the X century. The monastery is the most visited cultural site in Bulgaria. Part of UNESCO.
After our immersion in ancient times, we will go to a winery named "Montevino boutique winery" to taste the fruits of this holy mountain. There we can find some local grape varieties like "Rubin" and "Shiroka Melnishka".
Our packege include 5 types of wines and cheese platter!
Тhe winery has spectacular mountain views.
Lunch is available at the winery - not included in the price.
3.00 pm Arrive at the Boyana church.
Last but not least, we will visit the special Boyana church- аnоther UNESCO Site.
Boyana Church for short, is famous for it's remarkable frescoes from 1259 - 50 years before Giotto, pre renaissance!
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Alcoholic beverages 5 types of wine + cheese platter
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Meeting and Pickup
ploshtad "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski"
1000 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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Rila Monastery
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Boyana Church
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Rila National Park
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Alcoholic beverages. 5 types of wine + cheese platter.
- Bottled water.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Lunch.
- GST (Goods and Services Tax).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private tour to Rila monastery, Wine degustation, Boyana church is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Alcoholic beverages5 types of wine + cheese platter
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
