Self Guided Tour Experience in Rila Monastery

Sofia, Bulgaria

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2 to 6 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Pre-book tickets to Rila Monastery to explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site with more than 1,000 years of history. Booking Rila Monastery tickets online combines the convenience of advance planning with skip-the-line admission and the flexibility to arrive at any time of day—without being limited to a fixed tour schedule. Your tour also includes an e-guide to further enhance your experience.

Take care of logistics now and save travel time for sightseeing
This independent option lets you see the monastery at your own pace
Guarantee your skip-the-line entry to a popular UNESCO World Heritage Site
Choose between convenient paper and mobile ticket options;

What's Included

Unique conversational audio guide
E-guide for the Monastery

Personal expenses

Meeting and Pickup

Operating hours

12/31/2020 - 04/17/2027
Monday - Sunday : 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Departure Point

Rila Monastery, Rila 2643 Bulgaria

What To Expect

Rila Monastery

Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

3.1

based on 15 reviews

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3,5 Minuten Audio Guide, mehr war nicht dabei, kein Eintritt, Nichts. Danke für gar nichts, nicht empfehlenswert

Klaus_N, Aug 2024

Hello, I am very dissatisfied with Viator because, contrary to their promises, there was no entrance fee to the Rilak Monastery and the 3.5 minutes of the audio guide for over 20 euros is simply not enough. If you do not refund me a large part of my money, I will rate you accordingly and also mention NEGATIVE in all of my travel reports. With kind regards, Klaus P. Nut

Doesn’t work

Kelly_S, Sep 2023

They don’t accept it. They make you buy another one. I guess I was confused to how it works Spoke to Viator said supposed to just download on phone but in a lot of area not allowed to have phone out

Response from Host, Sep 2023

Hello Kelly, Your review is totally misleading as you had everything on your email and tried asking other companies on the spot which is a mistake at your side. We exchanged so many emails. Of course if you ask another company on the spot they will charge you as they did, they, not us. From us you had everything duly sent to you and operative but you seemed to be not doing it! You can of course use on phone on the spot as all the other people. Given all that you put a 1-star review to something and you cannot get to work. We could hardly think of anything more simple than that. This is truly the best way to experience the sight which you totally missed. Best regards, Hristo

Decepcionada con Viator

teresa_p, May 2024

Compramos los tiques para el monasterio y no me pude descargar nada después me enteré que solía dar problemas. Se quedaron con el dinero sin soluciónar nada

Response from Host, Jun 2024

Hola, siento mucho leer algo tan falso! Se le envió debidamente toda la información a través de la plataforma de mensajería de Viator con la guía electrónica y la audioguía en 2 enlaces separados. Esto se puede utilizar en cualquier momento que desee. Lo que estás escribiendo es falso y es información errónea de tu parte para todos los que leen eso. Siempre enviamos debidamente la información y usted tiene las herramientas para contactarnos vía correo electrónico o por teléfono. Estamos aquí para ayudar, pero nos estás ofendiendo con lo que escribiste como reseña. ¡Esto es algo completamente falso! ¡Que tenga un lindo día!