Full-day Rila Monastery, Stob Pyramids and St Ivan Rilski Cave from Sofia
Overview
Explore the picturesque Bulgarian countryside, visiting three famous Bulgarian attractions within a day tour from Sofia! Spend the morning in the Rila Monastery, one of the country’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage sites, a "must see" for anyone visiting Bulgaria. Discover the centuries old forests of the Rila Mountains on a scenic walk to the cave of St. Ivan Rilski (St. John of Rila), where the founder of the monastery lived as an anchorite and explore the amazing rock formations of the Stob’s Pyramids nature phenomenon. Escape the Sofia crowds for a memorable full-day trip led by an expert!
What's Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- All local taxes
- All transfers
- Licensed mountain guide throughout the tour
- Guided tour of Rila Monastery
- Entrance fees in Rila Monastery museums (approx. 5 € if you are interested in visiting any of the museums, the monastery and church itself are free of charge)
- Lunch and beverages (allow 5€ - 6€ for lunch pack or 10€ - 13€ for 3 course lunch in a restaurant)
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Rila Monastery
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Stob's Pyramids
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Easy to moderate walking tour
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