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Day trip from Sofia to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church
Day trip from Sofia to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church
Day trip from Sofia to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church
Day trip from Sofia to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church
Day trip from Sofia to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church

Day trip from Sofia to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church

Bulgaria-Sofia City Center , Sofia
Free cancellation 2 day(s) prior to experience date
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  • Discover Bulgaria's heritage with a full-day tour from Sofia to the Rila Monastery and Boyana Church.
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Attraction Tickets

Attraction typeHistory & culture
Natural sceneryMountains
Tour typesGuided tour, Audio guide
Additional service & facilityTransfer included

Product Info

-What you can expect-
Join a day trip from Sofia to visit two of Bulgaria's UNESCO World Heritage Sites—the Rila Monastery and Boyana Church.

The journey begins with a guided tour of the Boyana Church. Its frescoes represent a turning point in mural painting and are considered as precursors to the European Renaissance. Over 240 figures are depicted within these murals, each brimming with individuality, vitality, and psychological depth.

Next, you'll head to the Rila Monastery, a sight not to be missed when visiting Sofia. Surrounded by beautiful mountain views, the monastery features arcade balconies, gilded iconostasis, and distinctive frescoes, crafted by one of Bulgaria's most celebrated Revival Period painters. You'll have 2 hours of free time to explore the monastery at your own pace. Step into the main church to photograph the narthex's gallery, and take a moment to appreciate the exhibits in the monastery's history museum.

Afterwards, you'll have time to enjoy lunch, sampling the local speciality of mekitsi (Bulgarian donuts) with buffalo's milk, or take a leisurely stroll around the area before embarking on the return journey to Sofia.

Purchase Notice

Duration: Lasts 8 hours

Reminders

  • Please refer to your voucher for final information regarding meeting points, pick-up locations, and pick-up time

  • Meeting point description: The trip starts from Embassy of Slovakia, next to the Vasil Levski Monument. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.(Sofia Center, бул. „Янко Сакъзов“ 9, 1527 Sofia, Bulgaria)

  • Accessibility:Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking difficulties

  • Not wheelchair accessible or stroller friendly

  • Not allowed:Shorts, short skirts, and see-through clothing are not permitted

  • Pets are not allowed

  • Extra fees to be paid on-site:Entry to Boyana Church of €7 per person

  • Entry to Rila Monastery Museum of €4 per person (optional)

  • Know in advance:Boyana Church will not be visited on the following dates: 18 May, 19 April, 24 and 25 December

  • Minimum age to join this tour is 5

  • An English-speaking tour guide will accompany you throughout the day. Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, and Russian. Internet connection is required to download and use the audio guide

  • Entry to Rila Monastery is free of charge

  • Remember to bring:Warm clothes even during summer and comfortable walking shoes

  • Headphones if you plan on using the audio guide

  • Cash for personal expenses

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present the e-voucher on-site

Validity Period

  • The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Pickup Point

  • Atanas Burov Square
  • Central Train/Bus Station
  • Hotel Hilton
  • Hotel Marinela
  • Rosslyn Central Park Hotel Sofia
  • Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia)
  • Vazrazhdane Square

    • Location Name: Atanas Burov Square

    Address: Sofia Center, пл. „Княз Александър I“ 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria
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