Bulgaria · RILA MOUNTAIN TRAILS & STOB PYRAMIDS
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Beyond the monastery walls the Rila range opens into hot springs, the hermit cave of Saint Ivan, and the eroded red spires above Stob. These are the trips that combine them properly, with walking distances, prices and the ones that suit an ordinary pair of trainers.
Guided hike in Bulgaria’s Rila Mountains Seven Lakes area, then a 103 C soak at Sapareva Banya, with transport from Sofia.
“Disappointing and scary experience. The car was in shambles, unclean. We didn’t hike the mountains, it wasn’t great! The tour guide was not up to scratch sadly.”
A small-group day hike from Sofia to the Seven Rila Lakes, with minivan transport, mountain cable car access, and clear route help.
“The hike was beautiful albeit quite difficult, it's important that tbe weather is good though. Our guide was nice and responsible, but the minibus was in a really bad shape and very uncomfortable.”
An 8-hour Sofia day trip to Rila Monastery and St. Ivan Rilski Cave, with English guide, air-conditioned bus, and free cave visit.
“With my husband I visited the monastery of Rila and the cave, nothing short of perfect organization and a special thanks to Viator and especially to the guide Zechariah very professional and at the same time nice and pleasant It will remain a beautiful memory of the. Bulgaria, Sofia and the beautiful monasteryAuto-translated”
Shuttle day from Sofia to UNESCO Rila Monastery and Saint John Cave, with guided fresco stories, a short hike, and planned free time.
“An unforgettable day at the Rila Monastery filled with a great spiritual experience and lots of learning about Bulgarian history. Our knowledgeable and highly professional guide Tuny made sure we all get immersed in the local culture, shared engaging stories and answered all our questions. What a day!”
Small-group day trip from Sofia to UNESCO Rila Monastery and Boyana Church, with a Stob pyramids stop, cave hike, and wine tasting.
“We visited the monastery complex which includes the monastery church, hotel part, rooms, tower and 4 museums. Boyana church is must see”
Small-group hike from Sofia to the Seven Rila Lakes and Skakavitsa waterfall, with included snowshoes and poles in winter.
“Ask for Viktor. He is a happy guy that speaks great English. The hike was canceled due to rain, but he took us on other sightseeing.”
