Full-day Rila Monastery, Stob Pyramids and St Ivan Rilski Cave from Sofia
Explore the picturesque Bulgarian countryside, visiting three famous Bulgarian attractions within a day tour from Sofia! Spend the morning in the Rila Monastery, one of the country’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage sites, a "must see" for anyone visiting Bulgaria. Discover the centuries old forests of the Rila Mountains on a scenic walk to the cave of St. Ivan Rilski (St. John of Rila), where the founder of the monastery lived as an anchorite and explore the amazing rock formations of the Stob’s Pyramids nature phenomenon. Escape the Sofia crowds for a memorable full-day trip led by an expert!
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Rila Monastery, Rila 2643 Bulgaria
The Rila Monastery, one of Bulgaria's most famous UNESCO Word Heritage sites
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Stob's Pyramids, Rila Mountain Range 1005 22, Stob 2630 Bulgaria
Hike to the Stob’s Pyramids nature phenomenon
Duration: 1 hour
Inclusions
- All local taxes
- All transfers
- Guided tour of Rila Monastery
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Licensed mountain guide throughout the tour
- Entry/Admission - Stob's Pyramids
- Entry/Admission - Rila Monastery
Exclusions
- Entrance fees in Rila Monastery museums (approx. 5 € if you are interested in visiting any of the museums, the monastery and church itself are free of charge)
- Lunch and beverages (allow 5€ - 6€ for lunch pack or 10€ - 13€ for 3 course lunch in a restaurant)
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
Additional information
- Easy to moderate walking tour
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
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Cancellation
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