Rila Monastery Tickets and Tours
Compare 127 Rila Monastery tickets, tours and experiences from €5: history tours and unique tours. Free cancellation on most bookings.
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irvinb78·2026-06-19·
★ 5.0
12-Day Bulgaria & Romania Private Tour: UNESCO Sites & Castles
Great Bulgaria/Romania UNESCO
Simply a great experience. Recommend for explorers, art and history lovers.
alianassar404·2025-12-25·
★ 5.0
The Ultimate Rila Monastery 3-in-1 Day Tour from Sofia
Great time
Was great tour. Bus was amazing, clean, charging outlet and new. The driver Assan and the tour guide Simone were great and funny.
Gerhard_B·2025-11-02·
★ 5.0
Rila Monastery Morning Half Day tour
Great experience
This should definitely be visited when you are in Sofia. Very worth seeing in the middle of the mountains😉
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest way to visit Rila Monastery?
The Rila Monastery: Monastery Self-Guided Audio Tour 7 lang is the lowest price here, at €5 per adult. Typical prices are €62 to €1140. Private and full-day options cost more.
Are there tours in languages other than English?
English is the most common, offered by 117 experiences, followed by German, Italian, Spanish; Castilian and Russian. Use the Language filter to narrow the list.
Can I cancel if my plans change?
Almost all can: 115 of the 127 experiences here offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. Use the “Free cancellation” filter to see only those.
Is entry to Rila Monastery included?
In 87 of the 127 options, yes, from €18 for the Self-guided Day Trip to Rila Monastery. The others are tours nearby or ones that only pass by.
How long do Rila Monastery tours and tickets last?
Most last about 9 hours. 10 options take 2 hours or less, and the longest lasts 23 days.
Do any experiences include pickup from my hotel?
79 experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Full-day Rila Monastery, Stob Pyramids and St Ivan Rilski Cave from Sofia. For the rest, the meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
Do I get my tickets immediately?
With 112 of the 127 experiences, yes: the mobile voucher arrives by email as soon as you book.
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