• Rila Monastery - The monastery is named after its founder, the hermit Ivan of Rila (876 - 946 AD), and houses around 60 monks.\n\nFounded in the 10th century, the Rila Monastery is regarded as one of Bulgaria’s most important cultural, historical and architectural monuments and is a key tourist attraction for both Bulgaria and Southern Europe.\n- Rila Mountains - We will be able to witness beautiful sceneries that offer the Rila mountain, and take some photos on the way.\n- Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Church - We will have some free time for lunch or a coffee break in the city center and have a chance to shop in the city malls and boutiques. We could visit the Church Presentation of the Blessed Virgin, Located in Varosha settlement in Blagoevgrad. This church reminds you of the Rila monastery building. And this is no accident because, at the place where the temple in Varosha (the old town) is today, there was a convent of the Rila Monastery.\n- **

• Experienced English-speaking guide/driver
• Pick-up and drop-off service
• Transfers in A/C car or minivan

• Food and drinks
• Entrance fees
• Personal expenses

We are going to explore one of the breathtakingly stunning Orthodox monasteries in the Balkans, the Rila Monastery. Nestled in the heart of nature, in the Rila mountain’s core, this monastery is a concealed marvel. Additionally, we will tour the city of Blagoevgrad, renowned as a student city with a pedestrian downtown that boasts preserved architecture from the 19th century and a plethora of restaurants, cafés, coffee shops, and boutiques.

• In this tour we are crossing the border with Bulgaria. You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
• The tour operates in various weather conditions, please dress accordingly

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.