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10 Best Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tours In Bulgaria

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The 10 best rila monastery & boyana church tours in Bulgaria. What each one involves, who runs it, and what you will pay.

10 Best Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tours In Bulgaria

Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour

Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour - The Drive to the Mountains: Comfort, pacing, and what to pack

1.Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour

Most Popular★ 4.5

Day trip from Sofia to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church, with guided history, UNESCO frescoes, and time for lunch and photos.

“My trip to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church was the ideal day out and perfect opportunity to see some of Bulgaria's most awe-inspiring, UNESCO-listed religious sites. What made the day extra special, however, was our exceptional guide, Maria, whose enthusiasm and passion for Bulgaria brought its rich history to life. We left central Sofia promptly…”

918 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $24.19by City Tour Ltd.

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From Sofia: Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Day Tour

From Sofia: Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Day Tour - Boyana Church and its 1259 fresco power

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

Rila Monastery and 7 Rila Lakes Self-Guided Shared Trip from Sofia - Rila Monastery: UNESCO art, 1 hour that goes fast

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

★ 5.0

A long Sofia day trip to the UNESCO Rila Monastery and the Seven Rila Lakes, with self-guided hikes plus organized transfer timing.

“The trekking was Amazing! The Seven lakes are Just beautiful, they are surrounded by an astonishing nature. Also the monastery Is wonderful, with its colourful affrescoes that cover the whole structure. If you go to Bulgaria you cannot skip this two sites, and visit them with this tour, if you don't have a car, Is…”

280 reviews13 hours (approx.)From $54.44by URCA Ltd

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7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour

7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour - Entering Rila Monastery: what one hour really means

4.7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour

★ 4.5

Day trip from Sofia to Rila Monastery and the Seven Rila Lakes, with scenic mountain roads, chairlift hiking, and weather backups.

“Please make sure to check the weather. We started the day with a visit to the Rila Monastery. The monastery is beautiful. Bring cash so you can try some of their delicious snacks. The 7 Rila Lakes hiking portion was canceled due to significant snow and mud on the ground. The tour leader was kind…”

165 reviews10 to 11 hours (approx.)From $71.38by Smart Trans Bulgaria

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The Seven Rila Lakes & Rila Monastery

The Seven Rila Lakes & Rila Monastery - Hiking to the lakes: how the time pressure affects what you see

5.The Seven Rila Lakes & Rila Monastery

★ 4.5

Chairlift to the Seven Rila Lakes and a UNESCO Rila Monastery day trip from Sofia, with mountain hiking, frescoes, and practical tips.

“The tour I needed from Sofia to Rila mountains. Very well planned and beautiful scenery! I was a solo traveler, but never been alone - made new friends from all around the world!”

109 reviews12 hours (approx.)From $54.42by Traventuria

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Private Day Trip to Boyana Church and Rila Monastery

Private Day Trip to Boyana Church and Rila Monastery - Rila Monastery: Bulgaria’s Biggest Monastery Complex

Plovdiv and Rila Monastery tour in one day

Plovdiv and Rila Monastery tour in one day - Plovdiv Old Town: Walkable Streets With Big-Name Sights (In a Limited 3 Hours)

7.Plovdiv and Rila Monastery tour in one day

★ 4.5

Day trip from Sofia to Plovdiv Old Town and Rila Monastery with hotel transfer, Wi‑Fi in the car, and free entry tickets.

“Rila monastery is just sublime and is a must see on any trip to Sofia. This trip also involved a visit to Plovdiv and attendance at a 'free' walking tour run locally. This was fine and the guide was great, BUT the highlight of Plovdiv is the Roman Theater (its why i went), but this…”

87 reviews10 to 11 hours (approx.)From $119.48by Smart Trans Bulgaria

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Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Shuttle Tour

Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Shuttle Tour - Rila Monastery: What You’ll Actually See in About 2 Hours

8.Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Shuttle Tour

★ 4.5

Small-group day trip from Sofia to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church UNESCO sites with an English guide, phone audio, and minibus transport.

“Excellent tour Guide was great Small group as opposed to touristing with the masses Very comfortable Delivered on what was advertised and more”

69 reviews8 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $42.24by V Travel Ltd.

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From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Day Trip

From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Day Trip - Sofia departures and the A/C minibus reality

9.From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Day Trip

★ 4.5

Sofia day trip to Rila Monastery and Plovdiv by A/C minibus: dress code, smart self-guided time, and a relaxed return.

“Great locations, great guide. I liked the fact that it was self guided, yet our guide provided us with maps and tips. Although it was a full day, it was relaxing tk get out of Sofia. As we started early we had the Rila Monestry almost to ourselves. Magical location.”

52 reviews12 hours 30 minutes (approx.)From $71.20by URCA Ltd

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Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Self-Guided Day Trip from Sofia

Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Self-Guided Day Trip from Sofia - The schedule that keeps the day from dragging

10.Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Self-Guided Day Trip from Sofia

★ 5.0

A self-guided day trip from Sofia to Boyana Church and Rila Monastery, with transport, audioguide, and time to explore.

“So worth taking this tour to see the Boyana Church with its fabulous frescoes, and then on to the amazing Rila Monastery. Although the tour was self-guided, our driver Lubo was happy to answer questions and pass on interesting information. A good day out, and I thoroughly recommend.”

41 reviews8 hours (approx.)From $36.04by Traventuria

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