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Enjoy a private day trip to two UNESCO heritage sites - the Rila Monastery and the Boyana Church! Make the most of the day by visiting the monastery`s museum and an authentic old monk room!

Highlights

• Explore the Rila Monastery - UNESCO heritage site
• Learn its astonishing history from your guide
• Visit the history museum and an authentic monk room
• Discover the Boyana church, famous for its 13th century frescoes
• Relax on a private transportation with hotel pick-up and drop-off

Description

The trip starts at 10 am with a pick- up from your hotel or address in Sofia by a private car. First, you will visit the Boyana church, which is in the footsteps of the Vitosha Mountain and it is remarkable for its 13th century frescoes, which are absolutely unique and amazingly well preserved! After a visit and a guided tour at the church, you will continue to the Rila Monastery. It was established in the 10th century by the Bulgarian Saint John of Rila – the miracle maker. It is the biggest Bulgarian monastery and the most beautiful one. The current monastery complex was built in the 19th century, and was covered with amazing frescoes! The access to the yard and to the church is free. When you arrive there, first you will have about one hour guided tour, which will also include the history museum and an authentic 19th century monk room! Then, you will have one-hour free time to take photos and to check the souvenir shops. After that, you will have the opportunity to have a lunch break at some of the nearby restaurants near the scenic road (the lunch is not included in the price!). Alternatively, you can also opt for a light lunch at the bakery next to the monastery. At 4:00 pm you should depart and at about 6:00 pm you should be back at Sofia.

Includes

Transportation with a comfortable A/C car Hotel pick-up and drop-off English – speaking guide during the whole day Visit to the Rila Monastery and Boyana church Guided tour at the monastery and the church Visit of the history museum and authentic monk room Entrance tickets to Boyana church and the history museum

Important Information

• Women should have their knees and shoulders covered in the monastery Recommended to have some cash for the souvenir shops Children under 5 years are not allowed, since we cannot provide baby/child seats

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund