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From Sofia: Private Sacred Heritage & Bankya Thermal Escape

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Immerse yourself in an unforgettable day at the Royal Baths, a gem from the dawn of the XX century nestled in the healing town of Bankya, renowned for its warm mineral springs, enchanting forest eco-trails, and the crisp embrace of mountain air! Discover the ancient Divotinski Monastery “St. Trinity,” a sacred site from the XI century, once graced by the presence of Bulgarian Tsar Ferdinand. All this magic awaits just an hour's journey from the vibrant capital of Sofia!

What's Included

  • Transportation by a private A/C car
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Entrance fee to the Royal bath with healing mineral water
  • Food & personal expenses
  • Gratuities/ tips - recommended in the end of the trip
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Divotino Monastery “Holy Trinity”

The trip starts at 10:00 with a pick-up from your hotel/ address in Sofia by a private car. First, your journey will take you to the Divotinski Monastery "Holy Trinity", which is located on the northern slopes of Lyulin Mountain, about 45 minutes from Sofia.It was founded in the XI century and is one of the oldest monasteries near Sofia. The monastery is known among the locals as the Royal Monastery, due to the repeated visits of King Ferdinand during his reign. Currently, the Divotinsky Monastery is an active, male monastery.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bankya

After the monastery visit, you will have free time in the center of Bankya for a lunch break and then you will visit the completely restored Royal Baths Resort, where you will have 3.5 hours for relaxation.The qualities of the mineral water from Bankya have been known for more than a century! The bathhouse was the favorite place where the Bulgarian kings left revived by the blessed touch of the healing water. The Royal Baths Resort, was solemnly opened on May 24, 1911.The thermal zone includes a pool with mineral water (35 -37C), mineral showers and massage jets, mineral water pools, and a tepidarium. The wellness zone includes two steam baths, a Finnish sauna, a herbal sauna, a laconium, a tepidarium, two hydromassage pools with mineral water (32C), a children's pool with mineral water (30C). At about 16:30 you should depart back to Sofia and the return at your place will be approximately at 17:30.
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3 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Sofia: Private Sacred Heritage & Bankya Thermal Escape?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the From Sofia: Private Sacred Heritage & Bankya Thermal Escape?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Transportation by a private A/C car.
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off.
  • Entrance fee to the Royal bath with healing mineral water.
  • Trip to Bankya monastery and old royal baths.
  • English - speaking driver.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food & personal expenses.
  • Gratuities/ tips - recommended in the end of the trip.
Apr 2025
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • Transportation by a private A/C car
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
  • Entrance fee to the Royal bath with healing mineral water
  • Trip to Bankya monastery and old royal baths
  • English - speaking driver
  • Food & personal expenses
  • Gratuities/ tips - recommended in the end of the trip

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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