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Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Self-Guided Day Trip from Sofia
Sofia,
Bulgaria
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Overview
Duration
8h
Languages
German, Russian, English, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
Discover two of Bulgaria’s UNESCO World Heritage gems on this day self-guided day tour from Sofia. Traveling by minivan, admire rural Bulgaria en route to the Rila Monastery in the pine-carpeted Rila Mountains. Take a self-guided tour of the medieval treasure with its fresco-coated church, and visit its fascinating museum. Then, after time to explore independently, continue to Boyana Church, near Sofia, to marvel at its spectacular pre-Renaissance frescoes.
This tour is with an English-speaking driver only.
What to remember
Important info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities. Not wheelchair accessible or stroller friendly. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. Boyana church will NOT be visited on the following days: 1st of January (the tour starts at 11 AM on that day only); The day of Orthodox Easter; 24th and 25th December.
What's included
ONLINE, cloud-based audioguide in different languages. INTERNET required to download and use.. Driver. Transport by air-conditioned minivan. Parking Fees
What's not included
Gratuities. Food and drinks. Entrance fees. Tour guide
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Traventuria
Meeting Point
The meeting point is behind the main entrance of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, next to the "LaCattedrale" restaurant. The tour ends at the same location.