Rila Tours
Unique experience to sleep in Rila Monastery
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Unique experience to sleep in Rila Monastery

By Sofia Social Adventures
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Very unique experience to stay overnight in Rila Monastery and touch the spiritual life of this sacred place! If you interested in this very special opportunity we'll arrange everything for you, including a private transport if you need such (additional cost). Keep in mind you have to travel from Sofia to the monastery in Rila, which take around 3,5 hours by bus and 2,5 hours by car! The Cave of St. Ivan Rilski is a sacred place to visit and its only a very nice walk away - 3,4 km!
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Ages 0-99, max of 100 per group
Duration: 2 days
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  • Very unique experience to stay overnight in Rila Monastery and feel the spiritual life of this place
What's not included
  • Entry/Admission - Rila Monastery
  • Entry/Admission - Cave of St.Ivan Rilski
  • Entry/Admission - Rila Monastery

Start:
  • Rila Monastery, 2643 Rilski manastir, Bulgaria
    Keep in mind you have to travel from Sofia to the monastery in Rila, which take around 3,5 hours by bus and 2,5 hours by car!
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 240216P10

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travellers

    • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 240216P10

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    • Sofia Social Adventures
      207
      Sofia, Bulgaria
      Joined in May 2020
    • C204USkimberleys
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Yumm!
      I had a great time trying these delicious bulgarian desserts! The host Yoanna is very sweet and was giving lots of information about the food, but also Bulgaria in general and recommended lots of things I could do for the rest of my stay! An advice for future visitors (speaking out of experience) don’t eat lunch beforehand! Otherwise you won’t be strolling through Sofia, but rolling! 😂 Thanks again 🫶🏽
      Written 30 October 2024
    • 399alexeip
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Tour bus is for the weak
      A fast-paced tour through the heart of Sofia. From ancient ruins to modern post-Soviet buildings, through photogenic landmarks and beautiful parks - Rado will guide you around all of them and even rain won’t stop him! Take photos, listen to interesting stories and be prepared for a surprise at the end (or not)… This tour definitely worth booking! P.S. Rado - thanks for the jacket, man!
      Written 11 October 2024
    • Seanmryanj
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent experience
      Yonna was a wonderful host and had an interesting range of food and was very knowledgeable. The drink was brilliant too!!! It is well worth booking and she was very helpful I would also recommend you book it at the beginning of your stay as she is a useful person to get tips off of.
      Written 8 October 2024
    • _M7761IB
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Birthday party
      A good place where you can have a different birthday party for your kid! I recommend it! Cousy atmosphere and nice service.
      Written 26 September 2024
    • I2543FPjohnd
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Unique tasting experience
      A unique intimate setting for small group tasting. Host was interesting & provided knowledge of the wine regions & wines. Some very nice wines with depth of flavour with traditional meats & cheese.
      Written 22 September 2024
    • HagoB2
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great movie experience
      Great movie experience. The staff was very polite and cheerful. Nice chairs and screen. Would definitely come back again.
      Written 19 September 2024
    • jasperh777
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nice tour with some really nice places
      Nice trip! Good spa. The monastery was beautiful. A full day underway. We had a nice host. Nice to drive through the mountains.
      Written 14 September 2024
    • Fearless52481267658
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A wonderful experience
      This was a fantastic chance to spend a relaxed and low-key time learning about and tasting some wonderful Bulgarian wines. The wines and snacks were delicious. And the conversation was excellent. I was the one guest for this experience but our host would easily make a couple or group feel at home.
      Written 14 September 2024
    • 538adil
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best bike tour ever!
      Radoslav is an excellent guide And his bike tour was by far the most fun thing I did in sofia. If you want to explore sofia, with a quality bike and a cool guide, radoslav is your guy. Enjoy the tour!
      Written 8 September 2024
    • pbarbakk826478
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      7 friends from Norway
      Very nice experience! Biking around city centre - lerning about Bulgaria and its history. Friendly and very nice guide!
      Written 7 September 2024
    • andyshepuk
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Bounteous charcuterie and knowledgeable host
      After a little confusion over the time and date of the booking and then a hiccup with instructions to get into the venue, the actual experience was great. A warm welcome, excellent array of charcuterie and very palatable wine, all aided by a host who went above and beyond to help with recommendations for sites to visit, restaurants to eat in and wines to look out for. For us a very fruitful first evening activity which has set up the rest of the weekend in Sofia.
      Written 6 September 2024
    • Safari41539659443
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Summer adventure in Sofia
      Unforgettable experience! The host was very kind and sincere. I really appreciate the flexible response because the weather was going to be rain afternoon so he changed the schedule for me. He showed me around the city and explained the history of Bulgaria. He speaks English very fluently. I highly recommend this tour!
      Written 29 August 2024
    • Aokivenz
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Local vibe
      I felt like a local biking around the city. Definitely a good intro to the city. Good way to explore if you have a limited time Thank you for the sofia experience!
      Written 22 August 2024
    • Seaside33072732231
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Sofia from the top with a car ride
      I had a really wonderful experience. I got to see a stunning sunset from the top of Vitosha mountain. The guide and the driver were both nice and professional making me feel comfortable. At the end of the ride, they took me to a Sky bar, which had a wonderful 360-degree view on Sofia by night. I was looking for some hidden gems on my visit to Sofia and this car ride was a perfect choice. The guide also took some beautiful photos of me watching the beautiful sunset.
      Written 16 August 2024
    • 335jada
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Superb
      The experience is exactly as described in the app. Very well organized and properly timed. You get to see a glimpse of the historical and cultural sites along with a local taste at one of the oldest restaurants in Bulgaria (Limoncheto - very tasty food with authentic atmosphere & reasonable prices - yes you read it right). The tour’s guide called Yadoslav is very knowledgeable about Bulgaria’s history - he gives you insightful information in a subtle way. Moreover, he goes the extra mile by engaging with the participant and discussing commonalities between the two cultures (if any) and recommending the best places in town to visit and explore. I really enjoyed my time. An experience not to be missed.
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    Calico J
    8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2022
    Really unforgettable experience - super recommended to everyone who wants to touch the spiritual life and the nature! Would recommend to all my friends visitng Bulgaria!
    Written 1 October 2022
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    Thank you very much! Staying at the Monastery is indeed a magical experience :)! You and your friends are always welcome again :)!
    Written 2 October 2022
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