From Thessaloniki: Rila Monastery & Sofia Day Trip
ID: GYG1106849-1699802
Category:
Country: Bulgaria
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Explore the Rila Monastery and Sofia on a day trip from Thessaloniki. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rila Monastery and explore the vibrant city of Sofia.
Depart from Thessaloniki and head to Bulgaria for a day trip. Visit the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, nestled in the Rila Mountains. Founded in the 10th century by Saint John of Rila, this monastery is a symbol of Bulgarian spirit and culture.
Next, explore Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Discover landmarks that reflect over 2,000 years of history, including the St. George Rotunda Church, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and the Ivan Vazov National Theater . Enjoy free time for lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Thessaloniki.
Highlights
- Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rila Monastery
- Explore the vibrant city of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria
- Admire the stunning architecture of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
- Enjoy free time for lunch at a local restaurant in Sofia
- Learn about the history of Bulgaria from your guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Bring your passport or ID card for border crossing
Arch of Galerius ( Kamara)
INCLUDED
- Visit to Rila Monastery
- Visit to Sofia with local guide
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
