Private Tour
Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Eco Private Tour
Overview
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8 hours
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The tour stands out for several unique features:
Exclusive Use of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles: This eco-friendly approach minimizes environmental impact and provides travelers with a greener alternative to traditional tour transportation methods.
Expertly Guided Tours: Knowledgeable and friendly local guides accompany travelers throughout the tour, providing insightful commentary, historical context, and insider tips about Rila Monastery and Boyana Church.
Free Time for Exploration: The itinerary includes generous free time at each location, allowing travelers to explore Rila Monastery and Boyana Church at their own pace. Whether it's admiring the intricate frescoes, visiting museum exhibits, or simply soaking in the serene surroundings, guests have the freedom to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of these iconic landmarks.
Small Group Experience: PrivaTour BG prioritizes small group sizes to ensure an intimate and personalized experience for every traveler.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The remaining total duration is for the transportation to one point to another
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Rila Monastery
A picturesque 2 hours drive to Rila Monastery, the largest and most significant monastery in Bulgaria. Established in the 10th century, the monastery showcases remarkable architecture and frescoes. You will have two full hours and a half of free time at the Rila Monastery to explore it for yourself, enter the main church and take photos of the narthex’s gallery, admire the exhibits in the History Museum of the Monastery, try the tasty local donuts with delicious buffalo’s milk (local specialty) or a short walk in the area;
Boyana Church
The adventure continues with a visit to Boyana Church, a historical treasure dating back to the 11th century. Find the expressive and well-preserved frescoes from the 13th century, considered precursors to the European Renaissance.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Brunch
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Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
"A Tranquil Journey Through History and Spirituality
Manoilov,Jan 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Eco Private Tour with Electreco Tours is an unforgettable experience. The seamless electric vehicle journey combines comfort and sustainability, offering stunning views of Bulgaria's landscape. The tour highlights include the majestic Rila Monastery, with its vibrant frescoes and rich history, and the UNESCO-listed Boyana Church, known for its exquisite medieval art. Electreco’s knowledgeable guide enhanced the experience with fascinating insights into Bulgarian heritage. This eco-conscious adventure is a must for history and culture enthusiasts!
A most amazing trip. Almost our best ever?😄
David R,Oct 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Wow. One of the most amazing places we have ever visited. Started being collected in a very nice electric van with an amazing tour guide Svet. Unbelievable knowledge of history of the two locations.Added to helpful local and national knowledge made this day a wonderful experience. In our opinion you must have a guide explaining this tour. Too much information would be lost. Our tour included a hotel style stop off for a very wide choice of foods at very reasonable price. Also quick electric boost for pleasant vehicle. This monastery is so photogenic I will not add to the millions of piccies. It was better than even my photos. Memorable beyond words. Stated after 50 odd years of travelling. How’s That. Stopped also at historic church hidden on the outskirts of Sofia up in the hills. Almost impossible for average tourist without help or tour trip. Size means very limited enterance time and 10 people so small group tour beneficial. By now everything about this tour was exceptional including guide who could be one of our best ever. Thanks Svet. and glad we chose the electric vehicle. It was even worth more than we paid. Wish ever every trip and guide was like this. Wonderful.
Lovely day with excellent guide.
alanqedqedcom,Aug 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a lovely private trip, with Svet, our driver and guide. Very nice spacious electric van. Svet is a safe and courteous driver. Plenty of time in both destinations where Svet gave us a nice level of detail, but also allowing us time to explore. Great fresh trout meal for lunch.
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