Rila Monastery and Nature Walk. Half-Day Tour from Sofia
Runs in English German
- Easy
- From age 12
Your guide
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Explore the Rila Monastery at your own pace. Take a short walk to the Cave of St. John of Rila, and soak in the epic mountain views at the beautiful Kirilova Polyana meadow.
Highlights
- Visit the History Museum and see Raphael's cross
- Enjoy a refreshing walk in nature
- Customize the tour fully to suit your needs
What's included
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional guide
- pickup and drop-off at your location
- ticket for the Church History Museum to see the Raphael's cross: a unique work of Bulgarian miniature woodcarving.
Not included
- Lunch /optional/
- Tips /optional/
What to bring
- Women should wear clothes that fall below the knee or bring an extra scarf to cover up.
Know before you go
- Not wheelchair accessible
- The guide will call you upon arrival and meet you in the lobby.
- Small group: Up to 7 people
- To fully enjoy the walk, please wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes or sneakers with a good grip
Pickup: Anywhere within 5.0 km of Sofia. You agree the place with your guide after booking.
Meeting point: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Drop-off: Back where your guide collected you.
Cancellation policy: Free until 24 hours before: Full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start. After that, no refund.
What you'll do
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We don't just "see" the monastery
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We don't just "see" the monastery. We explore the architectural genius of the Bulgarian Renaissance and the stories hidden within the frescos. Enjoy a guided walk on your own pace in the most iconic UNESCO World Heritage site in Bulgaria. Visit the History Museum to see the legendary Rafail's Cross: a masterpiece of woodcarving. Stop at the monastery bakery to try mekitsi.
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We follow the footsteps of St
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We follow the footsteps of St. Ivan Rilski into an ancient beech forest. It's a 15 minutes easy hike to the cave where the hermit spent his last years. Pass through the miraculous rock tunnel - a ritual for the soul. Drink from the mountain spring and feel the fresh wild air.
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Get ready to be blown away by Kirilova Polyana!
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Get ready to be blown away by Kirilova Polyana! This beautiful, tucked-away meadow is the perfect spot to take in the most dramatic, high-alpine scenery in the Rila Mountains. Surrounded by massive, jagged cliffs that stand tall like giants, the views here are absolutely massive and feel truly epic. It’s the ultimate place to just hang out, soak up the fresh mountain air, and feel how small you are next to these incredible peaks.
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