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Rila Monastery Half-day Tour with local food tasting
Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe
$143.60
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Escape the bustle of Sofia and enjoy a day filled with history, nature, and authentic local flavors. Your day begins with a comfortable 1 hour and a half transfer (approximately 110 km).
Upon arrival, you will explore the magnificent Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have about 2 hours to admire its vibrant frescoes, walk through the grand courtyard, and step into hidden corners such as the old monastic kitchen, the traditional guest rooms, and the quiet inner corridors once used by the monks. You will also have the chance to try a beloved local specialty — mekitsa, Bulgarian yogourt or cheese.
The premium option includes a lunch in a family-run tavern renowned for its fresh mountain trout, sourced from the crystal-clear streams of the Rila Mountains. In addition, you may also enjoy a wine tasting featuring regional varieties.
In the late afternoon, unwind during the 1 hour 30-minute transfer back to Sofia, enjoying the peaceful scenery on the way.
Upon arrival, you will explore the magnificent Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have about 2 hours to admire its vibrant frescoes, walk through the grand courtyard, and step into hidden corners such as the old monastic kitchen, the traditional guest rooms, and the quiet inner corridors once used by the monks. You will also have the chance to try a beloved local specialty — mekitsa, Bulgarian yogourt or cheese.
The premium option includes a lunch in a family-run tavern renowned for its fresh mountain trout, sourced from the crystal-clear streams of the Rila Mountains. In addition, you may also enjoy a wine tasting featuring regional varieties.
In the late afternoon, unwind during the 1 hour 30-minute transfer back to Sofia, enjoying the peaceful scenery on the way.
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Rila Monastery Half-day Tour with local food tasting
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Snacks
- Entrance fee
- Option for a lunch in a family-run tavern renowned for its fresh mountain trout, sourced from the crystal-clear streams of the Rila Mountains.
- A wine tasting could be arranged if possible and in advance. some boutique wine cellars close during the grape harvest season (September–October).
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Rila MonasteryStep inside Bulgaria’s most sacred site with this exclusive VIP tour of Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure. With your private guide, you’ll enjoy unique access to areas often missed by regular visitors. Marvel at the frescoes of the Nativity of the Virgin Mary Church and climb the 14th-century Hrelyo Tower. Discover priceless treasures in the Church History Museum, including the legendary Rila Cross, then continue to the Ethnographic Museum, the Museum of Monastery Economy, and the restored guest rooms, once used by pilgrims and dignitaries. Each stop reveals a different layer of monastic life, from devotion and artistry to everyday traditions.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Rila Monastery Half-day Tour with local food tasting
Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe
$143.60
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!