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A courtyard with white arches and red-tiled roofs. 1
An ornate church interior with golden decorations and religious icons. 2
A view through a brick archway of a green hillside, a red-roofed building, and a dome structure. 3
A historic church with striped arches and domed roofs, surrounded by a cobblestone square and a mountainous backdrop. 4
A lush green valley with a dome structure in the foreground and a cloudy sky above. 5
By VisitBulgariaOn Bespoke Experiences
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$67 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Experience the pinnacle of Bulgarian cultural heritage in a single day!

    This unique itinerary allows you to explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the majestic Rila Monastery, renowned as Bulgaria's largest and most significant monastery, and the captivating Boyana Church, celebrated for its exquisite 13th-century proto-Renaissance frescoes. Immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance of Rila Monastery, marvel at its intricate architecture, and delve into centuries of monastic history.

    Later, journey to the charming Boyana Church and be transported back in time by its breathtaking wall paintings. Choose your preferred exploration style with either a self-guided tour for independent exploration or a private guided tour for personalized insights and captivating narratives. This exclusive day trip offers an unforgettable cultural experience, showcasing the best of Bulgaria's historical and artistic treasures.

    Choose between privately-guided and self-guided tour.

Activity location

  • Rila Monastery
    • 2643, Rila, Bulgaria, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Rila Monastery
    • 2643, Rilski manastir, Kyustendil, Bulgaria

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Self-guided

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Your transport, our logistics

Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
NZ$57.13 x 1 AdultNZ$57.13
Paid at activityNZ$9.85
Total
Price is NZ$66.98

Privately guided

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Our transport,guide,logistics
Pickup included

Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
NZ$195.04 x 1 AdultNZ$195.04
Paid at activityNZ$9.85
Total
Price is NZ$204.89

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    English speaking guide (If the privately-guided option is chosen)
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off (If the privately-guided option is chosen)
  • Inclusions
    Transport (If the privately-guided option is chosen)
  • Inclusions
    E-guide (If the self-guided option is chosen)
  • Inclusions
    Unique conversational audio guide (in the self-guided option)
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fee Boyana Church

Know before you book

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Activity itinerary

Rila Monastery

  • 2h
One of the must-see sights while in Bulgaria

Boyana Church

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
One of the must-see sights while in Bulgaria

St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral (Pass by)

One of the must-see sights while in Bulgaria

Vitosha Mountain (Pass by)

One of the must-see sights while in Bulgaria

Sofia (Pass by)

Sightseeing from the bus as we drive

Sofia Region (Pass by)

Sightseeing from the bus as we drive

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Rila Monastery
    • 2643, Rila, Bulgaria, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Rila Monastery
    • 2643, Rilski manastir, Kyustendil, Bulgaria

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