A picturesque 2 hours drive to Rila Monastery, the largest and most significant monastery in Bulgaria. Established in the 10th century, the monastery showcases remarkable architecture and frescoes. You will have two full hours and a half of free time at the Rila Monastery to explore it for yourself, enter the main church and take photos of the narthex’s gallery, admire the exhibits in the History Museum of the Monastery, try the tasty local donuts with delicious buffalo’s milk (local specialty) or a short walk in the area;

The adventure continues with a visit to Boyana Church, a historical treasure dating back to the 11th century. Find the expressive and well-preserved frescoes from the 13th century, considered precursors to the European Renaissance.