Best Rila Monastery Private Tours Departing from Sofia

Enjoy an unforgettable tour of Rila Monastery, Bulgaria with a friendly personal guide from ToursByLocals. Awe-inspiring and a structure to truly behold there's no better way to explore the monastery with a passionate private guide from ToursByLocals.Sitting in a forested valley in the misty Rila Mountains, this UNESCO World Heritage site is one of Bulgaria's most important cultural, historical and architectural monuments.Learn about its history dating back to the 10th Century, subsequent destruction and rebuilding by an impassioned local populace.See the unique frescoes at Boyana Church, considered masterpieces of medieval painting, and perhaps pay a visit to the attractive Old Quarter in nearby Plovdiv, where eminent local artists still live and work in quaint studio spaces.A flexible schedule and itinerary, your local guide will give you an all round authentic experience. Your ToursByLocals guide can customize an itinerary to make it a truly tailored tour.