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Rafting Tour & Rila Monastery visit from Sofia

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8 hours (approx.)
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German, Italian, Spanish, Russian
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Overview

This tour is an excellent option for you to experience a wonderful adventure and see the most-visited UNESCO site in Bulgaria - Rila Monastery. We are offering day trip to Struma river gorge, where you will have 12 kilometers of rafting and fun and a sel-guided visit of RIla Monastery with audio-guide in Spanish, Italian, German, Russian, English.

What's Included

  • Boat rental
  • Equipment
  • Instructor (English speaking)
  • Lunch
  • Rafting fees, payable to the driver cash only
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Meeting Location

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Sofia Center
bul. "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Rafting base "Rafting BG"

At 8:30, the tour will start from our meeting point in Serdika Meeting Point - V Travel Day Tours, bul. "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 2, 1000 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria. After 2 hours drive we will reach the gorge. You will have safety briefing by your professional instructor. You will receive your equipment and final instructions before the action. Approximately hour and a half will take you to finish the river trace. A vehicle will wait for you at the end of it and you will be transported back to the base, where you will return the equipment and dress up. If the appetite has increased after the adrenaline rush you can have lunch near by, before you start the journey to Rila Monastery. This most visited place in Bulgaria offers splendid mountain views and history back to 10th century.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Rila Monastery

After the rafting, we will proceed to the most visited UNESCO World Heritage site in Bulgaria - Rila Monastery deep in the forest of Rila Mountain to enjoy perfect views and spledid history visit with an audio guide in 5 different languages.
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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
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • People get wet during the rafting experience. Please bring spare clothes for change dpending on the season and temperature.

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: Will I get seasick on Rafting Tour & Rila Monastery visit from Sofia?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Boat rental
  • Equipment
  • Instructor (English speaking)
  • Online audio-guide in Eg, Fr, Sp, It, De, Rus (use with your smartphone & earphones)
  • Lunch
  • Rafting fees, payable to the driver cash only

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • People get wet during the rafting experience. Please bring spare clothes for change dpending on the season and temperature.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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