Private tour in Sofia Kamen R

The magnificent Rila Monastery, the best full day tour

Tour #659564
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Book with a 20% deposit

up to 3 people

9 hours

Private transportation

Party size:

1

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Overview of your Sofia tour:

The Rila Monastery is the largest in Bulgaria, founded over 1000 years ago. It is about two hours from Sofia and its visit can be combined with other cultural / historical / religious sites, with wine-tasting, hiking, wildlife observations, photography and sightseeing depending on your interests, time and ability. The monastery has a very rich history and has witnessed the rise and fall of different empires through the centuries. The surroundings offer unique vistas to the surrounding forested mountain slopes and peaks. They have been protected for centuries and together with the monastery one admires at unique cultural and natural heritage. The hiking trail network can accommodate all types of weather and personal abilities. Having said that, the area can be enjoyed also by people who can't / don't want to walk much. If you can get in and out of the car and walk on uneven terrain for a couple of hundred yards (and perhaps climb a few steps) you will again be able to enjoy this tour.

Your Sofia tour itinerary

Depart from the pre-arranged meeting point. On the way to the monastery we can pay a visit to other little known, but important cultural and / or natural sites depending on your time and interests. - Visit to the Rila Monastery St. Ivan Rilski (St. John of Rila) with an overview of its history. Dress code: conservative. Photos are allowed everywhere in the monastery area, but not inside the church and the museum. - Optional walk around the monastery or longer hike, with numerous photography opportunities, or just enjoy the majestic landscape and breathe the clean mountain air. - Lunch at a local restaurant where one can choose among local salads, fresh trout, soups, etc. (Packed luch is also a viable option if we go on a longer hike). - Opportunity to visit other scenic / picturesque sites in the area or explore the wildlife and the geology. Return to Sofia / pre-arranged place in the evening. This is a suggested itinerary and can be customised / changed for the benefit and safety of clients.

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Transportation Details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

We will use a new air-conditioned clean vehicle. Its size will reflect the number of participants. Please contact me if your group is larger or if you travel alone to arrange a suitable vehicle and to adjust the price accordingly.

What's included
  • Other: All transport from / to meeting/ departure point, bottled water in the vehicle throughout, guiding and driving.
  • Private Guide
  • Private Transportation
  • Equipment: Use if binoculars and a pair of hiking poles if needed
  • Services: Additional insights into nature, wildlife and birdlife if requested
  • Perks: Discounted access to my fine art gallery where you can order images from Bulgaria anywhere in the world
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. Sun hat, sun screen, sun glasses. Clothing (including more conservative - covering knees and shoulders for church visits). Comfortable footwear suitable for uneven terrain. If more hiking is desired: add a light jacket / raincoat, comfortable backpack, hiking poles (if you need them), spare socks and T-shirts, etc according to time of the year. Please feel free to consult with me re details. I can also be able to provide some gear.
  • Food Drinks Snacks
  • Tickets
  • Equipment: In case we go hiking: Personal hiking gear, if hiking is part of the tour. Though I can provide a pair of poles, backpack, extra clothes upon request.
Meeting location

Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria

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  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories

Layover

Religious Sites

Architecture

History

Languages
Fluent

English

Activity level
Moderate
Accessibility

Kid Friendly

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Includes all fees

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Size:

up to 3 people

Duration:

9 hours

Transportation:

Private transportation

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