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Private Day Trip to Boyana Church and Rila Monastery

4.8(132)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 132 reviews8 hFree cancellationBy City Tour Ltd.
Rila Monastery

About this activity

Visit Rila Monastery and Boyana church, UNESCO World Heritage sites. Relive history as your guide's commentary takes you back into time. This is a Private Tour so you will not be combined with other people besides those in your reservation- there will be a private car and a private driver- guide just for you! And you will be able to stop for pictures, shops and other things whenever you want! Enjoy a full-day tour out in the mountains with a convenient hotel pick up and drop off.

*Women should have thier knees and shoulders covered on the monastery.

*The Boyana church is closed on the 1st of January, on the Sunday of the Orthodox Easter, on the 24th of December, 25th of December and the 31st of December - and on such days the tour is done only to the Rila Monastery.

What's included

  • ✓Hotel pick up and drop off
  • ✓A trip to Boyana Church and Rila Monastery
  • ✓Private driver- guide
  • ✓Transportation by an A/C car

Not included

  • ✕Boyana Church – Adults 10 EUR. Children over 7 years and students - 3 EUR
  • ✕Rila Monastery museum & monk room entrance ticket- 4 EUR
  • ✕Food & personal expenses
  • ✕Gratuities

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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