Sofia
🗓 1–2 daysDomed cathedrals and Roman ruins.
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Beyond Rila Monastery
Bulgaria's stunning mountain monastery. Rila Monastery is one of the highlights of any trip to Bulgaria, and most travellers spend around 1 day here.
In Rila Monastery, explore temples, museums and the historic centre.
In Rila Monastery, head into the surrounding nature, parks and viewpoints.
Most visitors arrive in Bulgaria via Sofia (SOF), then continue to Rila Monastery by domestic flight, train, bus or road.
Plan for roughly $35–$250 per day. See the full Bulgaria budget guide.