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Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour

Join an 8.5–10 hour guided group tour to Rila Monastery, with select options also including Boyana Church — please check your chosen option before booking. Enjoy a 40-minute guided tour at Rila Monastery, followed by 2.5 hours of free time for photos, museums, shopping, or lunch. On options that include Boyana Church, admire its stunning 800-year-old frescoes with a brief guided visit. Note: Wome…

4.6(1,217)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1217 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £17.01 per person

Sofia Highlights 2 Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour

Want to explore Sofia's main landmarks in just 2 hours? Then this walking tour is for you! You will get to see 20 of the city's most famous spots, learn about Sofia's and Bulgaria's history in a fun and interactive way, and learn more about local habits and traditions. All this while being accompanied by an enthusiastic professional local guide. We meet right in front of Sofia's most famous build…

4.9(784)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 784 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £13.61 per person

Communist Walking Tour of Sofia

Find out what it was like on the eastern side of the Iron Curtain by joining our Communist tour. A 45-year-long period compressed in about 3 hours, including the factors that led to it, its aftermath and how it affects present-day Bulgaria. The main goal is to present this controversial period of Bulgarian history in an objective and informative way. Topics include World War 2, education, healthc…

4.9(788)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 788 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £15.31 per person

From Sofia Rila Monastery with Boyana Church or St. Ivan’s Cave

Maximize your time in Bulgaria by combining two UNESCO World Heritage Sites into one efficiently coordinated day trip from Sofia. Journey into the peaceful Rila Mountains to explore the sprawling Rila Monastery complex at your own pace, paired with a stop at the historic medieval Boyana Church. ⚠️ BOYANA ENTRY NOTICE: Inside entry is heavily regulated by UNESCO to protect the 13th-century frescoe…

4.6(1,104)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1104 reviews9 hFree cancellation

From £17.01 per person

Museum of illusions Sofia Official Entry ticket

Let yourself be guided by curiosity. Uncover a different side of Sofia at the Museum of Illusions — a playful and thought-provoking space where science, art, and perception collide. Step into rooms that challenge your senses and make you see the world in a whole new way. - Mind-twisting exhibits for all ages. - Hands-on fun that blends education and entertainment. - Plenty of must-share photo opp…

4.9(754)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 754 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £11.91 per person

Day tour to Skopje, North Macedonia - Small Group

Appreciating the diversity of Balkan culture can be difficult, especially with limited time in the region. Explore Macedonian culture on a day tour to Skopje from Sofia, and tick off another Balkan capital in just 1 day. Enjoy the company of 2 professional guides - one from Bulgaria and one local from Macedonian. Travel the distance with ease via modern vehicle, and discover landmarks including t…

4.7(500)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 500 reviews12 hFree cancellation

From £84.21 per person

Rila Monastery and 7 Rila Lakes Self-Guided Shared Trip from Sofia

This self-guided, shared shuttle tour will take you to both the 7 Rila Lakes area in the morning and then in the afternoon to the UNESCO Rila Monastery in the Rila National park - Bulgaria's most famous natural and cultural sites. In the morning the shuttle bus tour bus will take you to the start of the hiking routes ar the Rila Lakes area and base station of the chair lift from where you can tak…

4.8(336)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 336 reviews13 hFree cancellation

From £39.98 per person

Must-See Plovdiv Day Tour from Sofia

Join us for an unforgettable journey to Plovdiv, the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe. Nestled among picturesque hills, this vibrant destination offers a rich blend of history, culture, and charm. Stroll along one of Europe’s longest pedestrian streets, explore the beautifully preserved Revival-era Old Town, and marvel at the impressive Roman Theatre. Your knowledgeable local guide wi…

4.5(437)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 437 reviews9 hFree cancellation

From £16.16 per person

Sofia: History and Heritage - Small Group Guided City Tour

Discover the highlights of Sofia with this great 2-hours city tour! Learn about the rich history of the town and its famous sites, as well as interesting facts such as: why Alexander Nevsky Cathedral was built, why the town was associated with the Roman emperor Constantine the Great, who and why invented the Cyrillic alphabet, where was situated the mausoleum of the first Bulgarian communist dict…

4.9(223)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 223 reviews2 h 30 minFree cancellation

From £13.61 per person

Plovdiv Small Group Full Day Guided Tour from Sofia

Travel hassle-free from Sofia to Plovdiv and back in the comfort of a modern and air-conditioned minibus. Plovdiv is one of the oldest towns in the world. More ancient than Rome! With an expert guide at your side, explore and experience its millennia of epic history, monumental attractions, unique Bulgarian culture, and way of life. Your guide will take you to the most interesting sites and pinpo…

4.5(303)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 303 reviews12 hFree cancellation

From £16.16 per person

Small group tour to Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery

During this day tour, you will be able to visit one of the must-see places in Bulgaria, not surprisingly elected European Capital of Culture for 2019, as well as two of the highlights in the region - Asen's fortress and Bachkovo Monastery

4.8(183)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 183 reviews9 hFree cancellation

From £65.50 per person

Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa Full-Day Trip

Enjoy a guided combo tour to two of the most fascinating towns in Bulgaria. These are Plovdiv - the European Capital of Culture 2019 and Koprivshtitsa - a picturesque town with an epic history and a striking architecture. Explore all major attractions in the old town of Plovdiv with a professiona English-speaking guide and admire the marvelous heritage left by Thracians, Romans, Byzantines, Jews,…

4.7(216)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 216 reviews11 hFree cancellation

From £16.16 per person

Tour to Lovech, Devetaki cave & Krushuna waterfalls

Escape the bustling streets of Sofia and step into a world where nature and history collide. Imagine a day where you walk through massive caverns that have sheltered humans for millennia, relax by the emerald waters of enchanting waterfalls, and gaze out from the ramparts of a medieval fortress. This tour isn't just a sightseeing trip; it’s a journey into the heart of Bulgaria’s most breathtaking…

4.8(176)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 176 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £80.81 per person

7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour

IMPORTANT: Entrance in the monastery is only allowed with covered shoulders and covered knees. So please make sure you have appropriate clothes. Often called the 8th wonder of the world, the Seven Rila lakes are legendary for their beauty and awesomeness. They are one of the most visited natural sites of Bulgaria. We combine them with a visit to the Rila Monastery. The Monastery of Saint Ivan of…

4.5(224)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 224 reviews11 hFree cancellation

From £45.17 per person

Sofia Walking Private City Tour

The Sofia City Tour is a great possibility to discover its rich history and to get acquainted with its present. The city of Sofia offers beautiful buildings, Roman remains, old churches, extremely interesting archaeological complexes and of course thousands of bars and restaurants where you can taste traditional Bulgarian dishes.

4.9(138)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 138 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £56.99 per person

Day Tour to Nis, Serbia - Small group with pick-up and tickets

If you want to understand better the Balkans with all its complexity, rich history and colorful mixture of different cultures and habits, we recommend you to visit Nis with us. During this day tour you will travel through history with the professional lead of your guide. Our journey through time will start from the Roman period, when Nis gave to the world one great man – The Roman Emperor Constan…

4.7(159)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 159 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £67.20 per person

Guided Walking Tour of Sofia

With this guided tour you will have the chance to see and get to know the history behind Sofia`s historical landmarks located in the center. The capital of Bulgaria has preserved heritage from different cultures and epochs- Roman, Early Christian. Ottoman, Bulgarian, Soviet. You will walk by all of the important buildings while your guide is telling you their stories. You will also enter for free…

4.8(146)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 146 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £34.03 per person

Private Day Trip to Boyana Church and Rila Monastery

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! Enj…

4.8(132)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 132 reviews8 hFree cancellation

From £170.13 per person

Guided Walking Tour of Sofia

The guide will meet you near the National Theater Ivan Vazov. You will visit more than 20 attractions and cultural monuments of Sofia. For convenience and good audibility of the excursion, you will be given audio guides and headphones. You will move comfortably, enter the temples, take photographs, and all this will allow you not to stand next to the guide. The tour will end at the Presidency, wh…

4.6(114)Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 114 reviews3 hFree cancellation

From £12.76 per person

Full-Day Belogradchik Rocks and Belogradchik Fortress from Sofia

Feel the power of mother nature and explore this million years history just in one day! Belogradchik rocks are natural phenomenon located in the Northwestern part of Bulgaria. For millions of years the nature has molded interesting forms from the rocks which are connected with many legends. We will see the Madonna, the Eagle, the Schoolgirl, Pinocchio and many more, depends on your imagination! A…

4.9(79)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 79 reviews11 hFree cancellation

From £67.20 per person

Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia

Located only 163 kilometers from Sofia, Nis is a fantastic option to add a Serbian stamp in your passport, without checking out from your hotel in Bulgaria. Nis is the third largest city in Serbia and the birthplace of Constantine the Great, one of the most important emperors in the Roman history. Explore the intriguing history of former Yugoslavia, while having delicious authentic Serbian roshti…

4.5(105)Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 105 reviews10 hFree cancellation

From £58.69 per person

Sofia Party Pub Crawl - Party Tour of Sofia's Best Bars & Clubs

New to Sofia? Want to see what the nightlife has to offer? Sofia Party Pub Crawl has been the hottest partying destination in town for over 6 years now. We'll take you to some of the best bars & clubs the city has to offer & party all the way through. You'll get to meet travellers from all over world, play the coolest drinking games you've never heard of, and overall have an unforgettable night!…

4.7(78)Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 78 reviews4 hFree cancellation

From £17.86 per person

Plovdiv and Rila Monastery tour in one day

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 c…

4.4(87)Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 87 reviews11 hFree cancellation

From £75.79 per person

Sofia Communist History 2-Hour Tour in a Classic Trabant

The tour is approximately 2 hours long and features an iconic classic car called a Trabant. The object of the tour is to take you back in time and make you feel what life was like for people living in Bulgaria during the communist era. Our focus is not to put you to sleep with statistics but rather show you what kind of challenges people had to deal with both during and after the communist times.

5.0(50)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 50 reviews2 hFree cancellation

From £170.12 per person