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Scenic Flight Tour above Rila Monastery, 7 Lakes and Spa

2 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 2 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Sofia, Bulgaria
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9 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

During the 9 hours trip, you will see really amazing places and landmarks, including a unique flight with a plane above the remarkable Rila Monastery and 7 lakes. Starting from our meeting point St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, then going by car/van to a very nice traditional Bulgarian restaurant in the middle of Rila mountain. When we finish our lunch we will go to the most popular UNESCO Heritage - Rila Monastery. You will have the opportunity to touch the spiritual life of this sacred place and discover its hidden treasures! Next stop will be Panicharevo airport where you will be transferred to a airplane and perform a breathtaking flight above Rila Monastery and 7 lakes. Our final destination will be Sapareva Banya village and the hot spring mineral pools there :)! Regardless of the weather you will have the pleasure to dip yourself in the hot mineral waters in an outdoor swimming pools! We will spend an hour there and then we will bring you back to the starting point in Sofia!

What's Included

  • WiFi on board
  • Luxury SUV Audi Q7
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch Lunch, food and drinks are not included
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Meeting and Pickup

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Private pick up/drop off from/to any location in Sofia is possible with advance notice and additional payment!

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ploshtad "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski"
1000 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria

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St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral

Iconic Bulgarian Orthodox church with Neo-Byzantine architecture & an underground museum.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Rila Mountains

Rila is the highest mountain range of Bulgaria, the Balkan Peninsula and Southeast Europe. It is situated in southwestern Bulgaria and forms part of the Rila–Rhodope Massif.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Han Dyavolski Vodi

Unique traditional Bulgarian restaurant in the heart of Rila Mountain.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Rila Monastery

The Monastery of Saint John of Rila, also known as Rila Monastery "Sveti Ivan Rilski", is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Panicharevo Airport

Panicharevo Airstrip is a small airport in Kyustendil, Bulgaria. The airport is located at latitude 42.27638 and longitude 22.99081.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Aqua Club Kotvata&Restaurant Kotvata

One of the largest outdoor SPA centers in Bulgaria with different swimming pools and saunas!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Sapareva Banya

The former Roman town of Germania (in Dacia) or Germane once stood at the location of modern Sapareva Banya and in the 3rd century was an important town in Dacia province. Mineral water of Separeva banya was highly regarded and used as a cure by Thracians and Romans.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Tour Duration Include Travel Time
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Scenic Flight Tour above Rila Monastery, 7 Lakes and Spa?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

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  • WiFi on board
  • Luxury SUV Audi Q7
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • LunchLunch, food and drinks are not included

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Tour Duration Include Travel Time
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 999 travelers

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