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Flexible Group Day Trip to Rila Monastery & Boyana Church
Sofia, Bulgaria
10 hours
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What You Will Do
Experience the pinnacle of Bulgarian cultural heritage in a single day!
This unique itinerary allows you to explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the majestic Rila Monastery, renowned as Bulgaria's largest and most significant monastery, and the captivating Boyana Church, celebrated for its exquisite 13th-century proto-Renaissance frescoes. Immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance of Rila Monastery, marvel at its intricate architecture, and delve into centuries of monastic history.
Later, journey to the charming Boyana Church and be transported back in time by its breathtaking wall paintings. Choose your preferred exploration style with either a self-guided tour for independent exploration or a private guided tour for personalized insights and captivating narratives. This exclusive day trip offers an unforgettable cultural experience, showcasing the best of Bulgaria's historical and artistic treasures.
Choose between privately-guided and self-guided tour.
This unique itinerary allows you to explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites: the majestic Rila Monastery, renowned as Bulgaria's largest and most significant monastery, and the captivating Boyana Church, celebrated for its exquisite 13th-century proto-Renaissance frescoes. Immerse yourself in the spiritual ambiance of Rila Monastery, marvel at its intricate architecture, and delve into centuries of monastic history.
Later, journey to the charming Boyana Church and be transported back in time by its breathtaking wall paintings. Choose your preferred exploration style with either a self-guided tour for independent exploration or a private guided tour for personalized insights and captivating narratives. This exclusive day trip offers an unforgettable cultural experience, showcasing the best of Bulgaria's historical and artistic treasures.
Choose between privately-guided and self-guided tour.
What's Included?
- English speaking guide (If the privately-guided option is chosen)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (If the privately-guided option is chosen)
- Transport (If the privately-guided option is chosen)
- E-guide (If the self-guided option is chosen)
- Unique conversational audio guide (in the self-guided option)
What's Not Included?
- Entrance fee Boyana Church
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
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Rila Monastery
2 hours
One of the must-see sights while in Bulgaria
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Visit Bulgaria On.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Guide Options
- Printed Guide - German
- Printed Guide - Russian
- Printed Guide - Mandarin
- Printed Guide - Japanese
- Audio Guide - English
- Guide - English
- Printed Guide - English
- Printed Guide - Italian
- Printed Guide - Polish
- Printed Guide - French
- Printed Guide - Spanish
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