Feel the Bulgarian spirit, preserved in The Rila Monastery, have a tasty traditional dish in Bansko and visit The Dancing Bears Park in the foot of Rila mountains to explore some of the most beautiful places in our country.

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Day 1

Transfer Sofia – Bansko. En route visiting the Rila Monastery - located in the heart of picturesque Rila Mountains. It’s the most famous monument of Bulgarian culture, spiritual centre of Bulgarians for more than 10 centuries. The icons, iconostasis and murals are samples of the outstanding Bulgarian renaissance art schools from the National Revival period. The interior is a beautiful interlace of arches, wooden staircases and verandas. The museum keeps a rich collection of books, manuscripts and icons.
Arrival in Bansko. Bansko is among those Bulgarian towns which fate had destined to play a noteworthy role in the historic development of our nation, especially during the colossal national upsurge during the Revival Period. Its achievements cannot be touched by the relentless passage of time. They lie in the unique houses of Bansko citizens. All houses impress with their tall pinewood gates and carved-wood ceilings, with the architecture and the fine iconostasis of churches. Here Past and Present are interwoven in a way that is at once distinctive and original. Bansko is a town of notable past, honourable present and stable future that brought through the centuries, preserved and developed the unique and ever-seeking spirit of Bulgarians.
Overnight.

Day 2

Breakfast. Transfer Bansko – Sofia. En route, passing through the town of Belitza - huddled in a small valley between the impressive mountains Rila, Pirin and Rodopi. Only 12 km away is the Dancing Bears Park – an international project realized by Four Paws Foundation, which aims to protect animal rights. Founded in 2000, today this unique reserve gives shelter to more than 19 bears.

Arrival in Sofia. End of services.