Itinerary 1 itinerary
Day 1
Pick-up available: Pick-up point: . Beyond specified area: Transfer services are not available beyond the specified pick-up/drop-off area, Any hotel or address in Sofia, rental apartment, hostel, Sofia airport, bus or train station, private addressAttractions and Activities: Rila Monastery (Free entry) Rila Monastery is the biggest active male orthodox monastery in Bulgaria, founded by the first Bulgarian hermit- Saint Ivan Rilski in the 10th century. After the big fire in 1833 the monastery was rebuilt anew, the only building which remained from the old monastery is the defense tower. In the Monastery you will have the chance to visit: The Church “Birth of the Holly Virgin” with the relics of Saint John of Rila (Ivan Rilski), the coffin of Tsar Boris III, the monastery kitchen /called Magernitsa/, Hrelyo's defence tower, history and monastery economy museum. Visit to Saint Yoan's Cave possible only in good weather. 2 hr(s)
Attractions and Activities: Boyana Church (At your own expense) Boyana church and its beautiful frescos. 30 min(s)
*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.
