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Day tour to Rila monastery, hiking to the cave of St. John and Boyana church
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Rila
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. 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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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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• Visit the Boyana Church – an inspiring temple, with unique frescoes from the 13th century. • Visit the top Bulgarian Landmark, a UNESCO site and the biggest Monastery in Bulgaria – Rila monastery. • Know more about the Eastern Orthodox traditions, frescoes and history. • Get close to the nature and enjoy the “Rila Mountain Natural Park”, the biggest in Bulgaria. • Know more about Bulgarian culture • Walking through an old beech forest, which takes us to a mystical place - the cave and the prayer rock of the hermit
Highlights
7 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Driver guide
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Day tour to Rila monastery, hiking to the cave of St. John and Boyana church
(17) Reviews
Rila
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Small group bigger experience!
• Visit the Boyana Church – an inspiring temple, with unique frescoes from the 13th century. • Visit the top Bulgarian Landmark, a UNESCO site and the biggest Monastery in Bulgaria – Rila monastery. • Know more about the Eastern Orthodox traditions, frescoes and history. • Get close to the nature and enjoy the “Rila Mountain Natural Park”, the biggest in Bulgaria. • Know more about Bulgarian culture • Walking through an old beech forest, which takes us to a mystical place - the cave and the prayer rock of the hermit
Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Day Tour
The two most famous UNESCO sites in Bulgaria in One day!
Experience two of Bulgaria’s most special places recognized for their religious significance, historical importance and cultural dignities. We will lead you through the fascinating pre-Renaissance frescoes of the Boyana Church, the small charm towns all the way to the heart of the “Rila Monastery” Nature Park – the trip is involved also with Rural tourism. Admire the unique architecture and learn all the details about the spacious history of the largest Bulgarian monastic complex.
Additional trip: Оn the way back we will have small walking to the “Stob pyramids” – а natural wonder. Sandstone pyramids.
Complimentary: Wine tasting in magnificent "Medi valley winery":
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
• Visit the Boyana Church – an inspiring temple, with unique frescoes from the 13th century.
• Visit the top Bulgarian Landmark, a UNESCO site and the biggest Monastery in Bulgaria – Rila monastery.
• Know more about the Eastern Orthodox traditions, frescoes and history.
• Get close to the nature and enjoy the “Rila Mountain Natural Park”, the biggest in Bulgaria.
• Know more about Bulgarian culture, nature and traditions.
• Local Wine tasting
Additional info:
• Мееting point Alexander Nevsky cathedral 8.00am
• Return to your hotel around 3.30pm / Duration: 7.5 hours
• 3 pax - 45.00 EUR per person
• 4 to 7 pax - 35.00 EUR per person
• For children under 18 years - 20% off the price!
• Inclusions: English speaking guide / Small-group, Personal atention / Transport
• Exclusions: Food and drinks/ Ticket for the Boyana church – 5EUR. For students and Schoolers is 1EUR!
7 hours
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Boyana Church
From an architectural point of view, Boyana Church is a pure example of a church with a Greek cross ground-plan with dome. It is one of the most remarkable medieval monuments with especially fine wall paintings. The paintings with the most outstanding artistic value are those from 13th century. Whilst they interpret the Byzantine canon, the images have a special spiritual expressiveness and vitality and are painted in harmonious proportions.
