Rila Monastery day tour with Optional SPA/Thermal baths
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9 giờ
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Day trip from Sofia to the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery. Admire stunning frescoes, explore the monastery museum, or unwind in thermal spa pools surrounded by nature.
Thông tin khác
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please warn us if you have a 0-2 years old baby when you make the reservation so that we can prepare a special seat for them
For the safety and enjoyment of all guests, any customer who appears intoxicated at the time of the tour will not be permitted to participate. In such cases, no refunds will be issued.
Please note, women should have their knees and shoulders covered in the monastery
Please note that the option for a visit to the Spa complex have separate entrance fees that are paid on spot
Guides are not obligated to provide guided commentary while inside the bus. Explanations and guided tours typically take place at designated stops and attractions rather than during transit.
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cần Quan Tâm
Enjoy a scenic drive through the stunning Rila Mountains before arriving at the magnificent Rila Monastery — the largest and most important monastery in Bulgaria. Founded in the 10th century by Saint John of Rila, the monastery is considered one of the country’s most treasured cultural and spiritual landmarks. Surrounded by pine forests and dramatic mountain peaks, the monastery impresses visitors with its colorful frescoes, striped arcades, intricate wood carvings, and peaceful atmosphere. If you choose the guided option, your expert guide will introduce you to the fascinating history of the monastery, the life of Saint John of Rila, and the symbolism hidden within the spectacular frescoes and icons inside the monastery church. After the guided visit, enjoy free time to: Explore the monastery courtyard Take stunning photos of the Rila Mountains Visit local souvenir shops Taste traditional Bulgarian food Enjoy the peaceful mountain atmosphere Optional SPA & Thermal Baths Experience ♨️ Complete your day with the ultimate relaxation experience in natural mineral hot springs nestled in the heart of the Rila Mountains. Unwind in warm thermal pools surrounded by beautiful nature after your cultural adventure at Rila Monastery. The SPA experience is the perfect combination of wellness, relaxation, and mountain tranquility — ideal for couples, families, and solo travelers. The mineral water is famous for its soothing and relaxing properties, making this an unforgettable addition to your Bulgaria experience. Return to Sofia After your experience, relax on the scenic drive back to Sofia. Expected arrival is between 18:30 and 18:40, depending on traffic and group size.
Bao gồm
English- speaking guide or driver, depending on the booked option.
Spa visit
Entrance to Rila Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Optional experience of your choice:
Air-conditioned vehicle
Scenic drive through the Rila Mountains
Monastery Museum visit
Personal expenses
Gratuities (optional)
Entrance ticket to SPA complex ( 15 Euro - Monday to Friday) (20 Euro - Saturday and Sunday)
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Đánh giá
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After the bus ride to the...
NGOCQUANG V,3 thg 5, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00After the bus ride to the monastery, we got almost 4 hours to spare. The first 40 minutes were spent as guided tour with our tour guide Carolina, who is very friendly and knowledgable. She gave us an interesting lecture on the Monastery. A part from the main attraction, there are two small museums whose tickets cost 2.5 and 4.5 EUR respectively. Outside the Monastery, there is a cheap bakery where we could get a Mekitsa, a tradditional Bulgarian bread for just one EUR. There are also two other restaurants for lunch but I did not go. Additionally from the bakery, there is path down the slope towards an Ossuary. The walk down is peaceful as you walk a long a stream and there weren’t many people going down. Took about 7 min one way. Overall this tour is a great value for money.
Interesting and pleasant
giannicaracci,20 thg 4, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
4.00Nice, well-organized tour. The attractions are two hours away from Sofia but really worth it. The cave, more than religion, is adventure. Very recommended
Wow place
Evelyn G,7 thg 7, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00Rila is a wow. Boyana is small. St. John cave only if you enjoy hiking. Antonio is a great guide and very knowledgeable. We set off at 9am and got back at 530pm
Unforgettable cultural experience
Issy V,24 thg 6, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00An unforgettable day at the Rila Monastery filled with a great spiritual experience and lots of learning about Bulgarian history. Our knowledgeable and highly professional guide Tuny made sure we all get immersed in the local culture, shared engaging stories and answered all our questions. What a day!
Recommended
W2757TVjustines,29 thg 4, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was very pleasant. Not too long, not too short. A nice combination of culture, history and nature. A fantastic guide called Antonio who was very well informed, friendly and easy to understand.
Visit rila monastery and cave
Virginieginette,19 thg 4, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
4.00Very good excursion, magnificent landscapes, very friendly guide, entries to the different places are almost all free
Do not miss it.
losnardos30,7 thg 2, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Philip was magnificent, friendly, prepared and very professional. The Rila monastery is spectacular and the Boyana church is amazing. We highly recommend this visit and tour.
Diving into history
izquierdoe,29 thg 11, 2023
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Sensational, our guide Antonio, super attentive and friendly, the visit is more than recommended, the Rila monastery is amazing and the icons and relics are very well preserved. The small church that we visited at the end with paintings from the 12th century are fantastic We went to eat on Antonio's recommendation to a restaurant a little further down from the monasteries and the food was brutal, delicious, very good price and quality, traditional Bulgarian food. The service was very good, we were so delighted with the guide that we will repeat tomorrow visit plovnid!12/10.highly recommended
Superb experience for magical places
pierreaubertb,30 thg 10, 2023
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice experience, superb visits, we were amazed!! Top driver and guide, very good price ratio and a great day!! We highly recommend this experience
Recommended day trip
tonyu637,26 thg 10, 2023
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00Incredible trip, the Rila Monestry was stunning, in a fabulous location. Boyana church home to amazing mediaeval wall paintings.
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