Rila Monastery and Optional Museum, Cave or Spa Day Tour
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Overview
Day trip from Sofia to Rila Monastery. Explore the UNESCO site, admire frescoes, visit the museum,explore St. Ivan’s Cave, add National History Museum stop or relax at a spa.
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GET TICKETSTicket Options (4) Options Available
Option(s)
Rila Monastery Only - EN guide
Rila Monastery Only - EN guide: Rila Monastery, a UNESCO site, is Bulgaria’s spiritual heart—famed for its vivid frescoes, striking architecture, etc.
Starting from
$23.84
Option(s)
Rila Monastery and SPA tour
Rila Monastery and SPA tour: Bulgaria’s spiritual jewel, enchants with its frescoes and history, followed by relaxation in nearby spa pools.
Rila + National History Museum
Rila + National History Museum: Discover an amazing tour to Rila Monastery & National Museum of History! See 2 unique sites in just one day.
Starting from
$35.76
Option(s)
Rila and Cave tour in English
Rila and Cave tour in English : With this option you have a guided tour in English at the Rila Monasrery and the cave of Saint John.
Starting from
$41.72
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Hike to the Cave of Saint John of Rila
- English- speaking guide or driver, depending on the booked option.
- Spa visit
- Entrance to Rila Monastery (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Optional experience of your choice:
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- National History Museum visit
- Scenic drive through the Rila Mountains
- Monastery Museum visit
What's not Included
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
- National Museum of History entry fee (7,50 EUR)
- Entrance ticket to SPA complex ( 15 Euro - Monday to Friday) (20 Euro - Saturday and Sunday)
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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
- For the safety and enjoyment of all guests, any customer who appears intoxicated at the time of the tour will not be permitted to participate. In such cases, no refunds will be issued.
- Please note, women should have their knees and shoulders covered in the monastery
- If the weather is rainy, the hike to the cave is substituted with a full day at the Rila monastery
- Please note that the options for a visit to National History Museum and Spa complex have separate entrance fees that are paid on spot
- Guides are not obligated to provide guided commentary while inside the bus. Explanations and guided tours typically take place at designated stops and attractions rather than during transit.
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