4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria
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Is 4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria worth booking?
4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria is a 100-hour experience in Sofia, Bulgaria, from $600 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 100 hours
- From
- $600 per person
In Bulgaria there are more than 120 monasteries! The interest in them we can explain with their role in the historical and cultural evolution of the Bulgarian nation. They survived the cruelty times of the middle ages an
What you get
About this experience
In Bulgaria there are more than 120 monasteries! The interest in them we can explain with their role in the historical and cultural evolution of the Bulgarian nation. They survived the cruelty times of the middle ages and the Ottoman period, the vandalism, the natural disasters. They were the source of light in the dark ages of the people, making literally schools for education, science and religion. Some of them are like open-air museums, still keeping their secrets. Join us to solve some of their mysteries, to see the biggest ones like Rila, Bachkovo, Troyan. Feel the spirit of the orthodox temples and look over the monks and the nuns. See the incredible frescos and icons, made by the different painting schools. Come to understand why these things are little pieces of heaven.
What's included
Included
- Guide/driver
- Private tour
- Accommodation in boutique hotels for 3 nights
- Enterence fees for the museums
- Comfortable car
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Boyana Church
Welcome to Sofia. Today we’ll see two UNESCO sites – Boyana church and Rila monastery. Transfer to Boyana – 30 minutes. The church is famous with its layers of paintings dated from 11th, 13th. and 19th. century.
20 minutes here · Admission included
Rila Monastery
Transfer to Rila monastery – 2 hours. Rila Monastery is the biggest monastery in Bulgaria. A guided tour of 1 hour and free time for lunch.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Plovdiv
Transfer to Plovdiv – 2 hours and 30 minutes. Plovdiv is the second largest city and the cultural capital of Europe for 2019. Accommodation in a boutique hotel in the center of Plovdiv. Guided tour in the old part of Plovdiv.
720 minutes here
Bachkovo Monastery
9.00. Hotel check-out. Transfer to Bachkovo monastery – 40 minutes. Bachkovo monastery is the second largest monastery in Bulgaria and it is a candidate for the list of UNESCO heritage. Guided tour and free time.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Arapovo Monastery
Transfer to Arapovski monastery – 30 minutes.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Shipka
Transfer to Shipka monastery – 2 hours.
30 minutes here
Sokolski Monastery
Transfer to Sokolski monastery – 1 hour. A guided tour.
50 minutes here · Admission included
Veliko Tarnovo
Transfer to Veliko Turnovo – 1 hour. Veliko Turnovo was the capital of the Bulgarian kingdom from 12th to 14th. century. Accommodation in a boutique hotel with a panoramic view to the King’s hill, where is the fortress.
720 minutes here
Tsarevets
9.00. After breakfast, a guided tour in Veliko Turnovo. Visit the fortress and feel the history of the place.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Arbanasi
Transfer to Patriarch’s monastery – 30 minutes. Transfer to Arbanasi to see the church “The Nativity of Jesus” – 30 minutes.
120 minutes here
Transfer to Kupinovski monastery – 40 minutes.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Transfer to Preobrajenski monastery – 1 hour.
120 minutes here
Veliko Tarnovo
Transfer to Veliko Turnovo – 15 minutes. Night in Veliko Turnovo.
720 minutes here
Troyan Monastery
9.00. Hotel check-out. Transfer to Troyan monastery – 1 hour and 30 minutes. Troyan monastery is famous as the biggest monastery in North Bulgaria and with its miracle icon, which saved a lot of pilgrims. It was a hideout of Vasil Levski, the national Bulgarian hero, who made a big conspiracy inside the Ottoman empire.
240 minutes here · Admission included
Transfer to Glodjene monastery – 1 hour and 30 minutes.
120 minutes here
Sofia
Transfer to Sofia– 2 hours. End of the program.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bulgarian Fairy Tale
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for 4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very helpful to study...
Very helpful to study origin of Christianity and survival during hard time. Also it's believers on God.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 100 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $600 to $1000
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 59
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sofia.
How much does 4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria cost?
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Prices start at $600 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sofia usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria take?
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Plan for about 100 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sofia is not rushed.
Is 4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sofia, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 100-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sofia can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sofia and add a light layer if any part of the 100-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 4 days: Monasteries in Bulgaria start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sofia within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sofia?
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On Outty we rank every Sofia experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Communist Walking Tour of Sofia, Sofia Highlights 2 Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour, Sofia Escape Room - Teorema Rooms. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sofia?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sofia?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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