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Private tour to Rila monastery, Visiting winery and Boyana church
Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe
$222.02
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Overview
9.40 am Arrive at Rila monastery
Deep in the Rila Mountain in the southwestern part of Bulgaria, about 1h 30min drive from Sofia is situated the biggest symbol of Christianity in Bulgaria- Rila Monastery. The Monastery was founded by the hermit St. Ivan Rilski in the beginning of the X century. The monastery is the most visited cultural site in Bulgaria. Part of UNESCO.
Lunch is available at a restaurant along the Rilska river, 20 minutes from the monastery.
After our immersion in ancient times, we will go to a winery named "Medy valley" to taste the fruits of this holy mountain. There we can find some local grape varieties like "Rubin" and "Shiroka Melnishka".
Тhe winery has spectacular mountain views
3.00 pm Arrive at the church.
Last but not least, we will visit the very special Boyana church- аnоther UNESCO world Heritage Site.
Boyana Church for short, is famous for its remarkable medieval frescoes, among which the images from 1259. That means 50years before Giotto.
Deep in the Rila Mountain in the southwestern part of Bulgaria, about 1h 30min drive from Sofia is situated the biggest symbol of Christianity in Bulgaria- Rila Monastery. The Monastery was founded by the hermit St. Ivan Rilski in the beginning of the X century. The monastery is the most visited cultural site in Bulgaria. Part of UNESCO.
Lunch is available at a restaurant along the Rilska river, 20 minutes from the monastery.
After our immersion in ancient times, we will go to a winery named "Medy valley" to taste the fruits of this holy mountain. There we can find some local grape varieties like "Rubin" and "Shiroka Melnishka".
Тhe winery has spectacular mountain views
3.00 pm Arrive at the church.
Last but not least, we will visit the very special Boyana church- аnоther UNESCO world Heritage Site.
Boyana Church for short, is famous for its remarkable medieval frescoes, among which the images from 1259. That means 50years before Giotto.
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Private tour to Rila monastery, Visiting winery and Boyana church
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
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- Coffee and/or Tea
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Other
- Lunch
Meeting point
Meeting point- in front of the main gate of the Cathedral
Return details
Meeting point- in front of the main gate of the Cathedral
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Rila MonasteryThe Rila Monastery is Bulgaria's "must see" UNESCO heritage! Is the biggest monastery complex from 10th center in the Balkan Peninsula. Phenomenal Architectural model in Revival style.
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Boyana ChurchAn inspiring temple, with unique frescoes from the 13th century. The murals from the first part of the church are dated from 1259 pre-renaissance period!
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Rila National Parks the largest national park in Bulgaria spanning an area of 810.46 km2. It was established on 24 February 1992 to protect several ecosystems of national importance. Its altitude varies from 800m. to 2,925 m (9,596 ft) at Musala Peak, the highest summit in the Balkan Peninsula. There are 120 glacial lakes, including the prominent Seven Rila Lakes. Many rivers have their source in the national park.
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Private tour to Rila monastery, Visiting winery and Boyana church
Sofia, Bulgaria, Europe
$222.02
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!