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A historic building with arches and domes, surrounded by a cobblestone courtyard and lush green mountains. 1
A snow-covered courtyard with historic architecture, including arches and a domed building. 2
A historic courtyard with arches, a large building with domes, and mountains in the background. 3
A historical building with arches and a tower, surrounded by a cobblestone courtyard. 4
A historic church with multiple domes and arches, surrounded by tourists. 5

Private Half Day Rila Monastery Morning or Afternoon Tour

By Smart Trans Bulgaria
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$399 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

The Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. It is situated in the Rila Mountains. The monastery is named after its founder, the hermit Ivan of Rila (876 – 946 AD). Founded in the 10th century, the Rila Monastery is regarded as one of Bulgaria’s most important cultural, historical and architectural monuments and is a key tourist attraction for both Bulgaria and Southern Europe. If you want to be among the lucky ones who have visited this amazing site, join the tours and let’s have a great time together!

Activity location

  • Rila Monastery
    • 2643, Rila, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • ul. "Iskar" 31
    • 31 ulitsa "Iskar"
    • 1000, Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria

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Private Half Day Rila Monastery Morning or Afternoon Tour

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
NZ$398.50 x 1 TravellerNZ$398.50
Total
Price is NZ$398.50

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    WiFi on board
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge and Tips

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Rila Monastery

  • 5h
Visit the amazing Rila Monastery, the most famous UNESCO site of Bulgaria

Location

Activity location

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    Rila Monastery
    • 2643, Rila, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    ul. "Iskar" 31
    • 31 ulitsa "Iskar"
    • 1000, Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria

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