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Plovdiv and Rila Monastery tour in one day

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Plovdiv and Rila Monastery tour in one day

About this activity

We are the only company that offers this unique combination of tour to Rila Monastery and Plovdiv in one day. Visit the two most visited locations in one day with this amazing tour. The Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila is the largest and most famous monastery in Bulgaria. Plovdiv’s history spans 8,000 years, it’s the second biggest city in Bulgaria.

Entrance in the monastery is only allowed with covered shoulders and covered knees. Please have appropriate clothes.

We won't have time for a restaurant meal, just packed lunch or fast food.

Approximate schedule, it can be plus/minus 30 minutes at those stops depending on traffic:

07:45 Meet and leave Sofia

09:15 Arrivel at Rila Monastery

10:15 Leaving for Plovdiv

13:30 Some time to walk around Plovdiv

14:00 We join the Free Plovdiv Tour (this is a donation based tour, and the tip for the guide is not included in the price of the tour)

16:00 Time to walk around and optionally grab some food

17:00 We leave Plovdiv

18:30 We arrive in Sofia

What's included

  • ✓WiFi on board
  • ✓Driver
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • ✕Food and drinks
  • ✕Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

  • Big Yellow House

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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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