Bulgaria Tour Packages

PROGRAM – 1
Highlights of Bulgaria | 04 Nights / 05 Days
Sofia – Veliko Tarnovo – Varna – Nessebar – Plovdiv – Sofia

DAY 01: Arrive Sofia
Arrivals in Sofia meet assist and accommodation in a hotel in the city center.Visit to the “Alexander Nevski” Cathedral. This is a memorial church, the most splendid of many notable buildings from around the turn of 20th century. It is a golden-domed five-aisle cathedral that can accommodate 5 000 people. More than 30 years craftsmen and artists from six countries have worked on the huge chandeliers, candelabra, the mural paintings and the icons, as well as on the interior made out of marble, onyx, alabaster, gold, copper and bronze. Downstairs is the crypt with the largest collection of icons and religious artifacts on the Balkan Peninsula. Attending the evening service if possible. Overnight in Sofia.

DAY 02: Sofia
After breakfast sightseeing in Sofia – a walk in the city center where is the finely preserved 4-century rotunda of St. George, the remains of the Roman fortress wall, the church of St. Petka Samarjiiska, St. Nedelja Church and St. Sofia Church – 4^th to 6^th century church that gave the name of the city. In the city center are also to be found the Presidency, the National Assembly building, the building of the Council of Ministers, etc. Seeing the Mosque, the National Library and the University of Sofia.
Visit to the National History Museum. It houses a wealth of rare objects from the Paleolithic age to the 14 century AD, some of the world’s oldest known gold artifacts and many objects giving detailed illustration of the centuries of the Turkish Yoke and the National Liberation Movement. Visit to Boyana Church. The church is dated 12^th century and contains frescoes from 1259 which are recognized as among the best-preserved and most interesting examples of Eastern European medieval art. Some of the 90 scenes are painted from life rather than stylized. The frescoes are considered the first manifestation of Renaissance art and the church is included in UNESCO’s list of cultural and historic sites. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 03: Sofia – Plovdiv
Breakfast. Proceed for the town of Plovdiv 150 km. Visit to the Old Town – one of the most beautiful complexes of late 19 century bourgeois domestic buildings in the Balkans. Many houses are turned into museums. In this architectural reservation are to be found the ancient Roman Theater dating from the 2^nd century, the ethnographic museum, the Thracian and Roman fortress walls, fine examples of churches, cultural monuments and a harmonious blend of Thracian, Roman, Slav, medieval and revival remains. A walking tour in the center where is the Djumaja Mosque, the horseshoe shaped Hellenistic stadium, the Roman forum and others. Gala dinner in a stylish restaurant, with musical program and an orchestra the restaurant will be reserved only for the group. Overnight in Plovdiv.

DAY 04: Plovdiv
Breakfast. Proceed to Bachkovo Monastery 70 km in both directions. This is the oldest one in Bulgaria and one of the finest of the Bulgarian monasteries. It was founded in late 11 century and represents the intermingling of the Old Georgian, Greek and Bulgarian traditions. It combines antique and modern buildings in a harmonious and inspiring whole.
In the afternoon visit to a wine cellar 30 km in both directions. The wine cellar is a complex combining modern technologies of wine production with an impressive National Revival style architecture. The tourists will walk about the cellar and listen to a lecture about the origin of the grape varieties, myths and legends, and specific technologies of wine production and preservation. They will taste high quality red wines of the “Cabernet Sauvignon”, “Merlot” and “Mavrud” varieties, in authentic atmosphere and with suitable appetizers. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 05: Plovdiv – Sofia – Depart Sofia
Departure transfer to onward destination.

TOUR ENDS

Includes

• Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
• 04 nights accommodation as per the program
• Meals as per the program
• Entrance fees.
• English speaking guide.
• Alexander Nevski Cathedral
• Visit to Boyana Church
• The church of St. Petka Samarjiiska, St. Nedelja Church and St. Sofia Church
• Gala dinner in a stylish restaurant, with musical program
• Bachkovo Monastery
• visit to a wine cellar
• All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
• All taxes.

Excludes

• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance
• Visa If any

Hotels

PROGRAM – 2
Beauty of Bulgaria | 07 Nights / 08 Days
Sofia – Veliko Tarnovo – Varna – Nessebar – Plovdiv – Sofia

DAY 01: Arrive Sofia
Arrival in Sofia Meet assist at the airport later transfer to the hotel.Sightseeing in the city center – Alexander Nevski Cathedral, the Crypt with the richest collection of icons on the Balkan Peninsula, St. Sofia Basilica, the Russian Church, roman ruins, etc. Overnight in hotel.
After breakfast visit to the National History Museum. Visit to Boyana Church included in UNESCO’s list of cultural and historic monuments. Leaving for Rila Monastery. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 03: Sofia – Veliko Tarnovo
After breakfast Proceed for the town of Veliko Tarnovo.Sightseeing in Veliko Tarnovo. Going to the village of Arbanasy famous for its churches and enlisted in the UNESCO’s list of cultural monuments 5 km. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 04: Veliko Tarnovo – Varna
After breakfast Proceed for Varna approximately 220 km. On the way the tourists will see the ancient Bulgarian capitals Pliska and Preslav, the Rider of Madara – a 23 meter-high stone monument enlisted in the UNESCO’s list of historic monuments. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 05: Varna – Nessebar
After breakfast Sightseeing in Varna – the biggest city on the Black Sea coast – the History Museum, the Archeological Museum, the Ethnographic Museum, the Cathedral, the Dolphinarium, etc.Visit to Aladja Monastery approximately 30 km – a 12-century monastery built in the rocks with many monk cells and beautiful mural paintings. Leaving for the town of Nessebar approximately 90 km. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 06: Nessebar – Plovdiv
After breakfast sightseeing in Nessebar. The town is included in UNESCO’s list of cultural and historic monuments.Leaving for Plovdiv approximately 330 km. On the way visiting the Kazanlak Thracian tomb included in UNESCO’s list of cultural monuments. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 07: Plovdiv
After breakfast sightseeing in Plovdiv. Visiting the Old Town.Going to Bachkovo monastery. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 08: Plovdiv – Sofia – Depart Sofia
Departure transfer to onward destination.

TOUR ENDS

Includes

• Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
• 07 nights accommodation as per the program
• Meals as per the program
• Entrance fees.
• English speaking guide.
• Alexander Nevski Cathedral
• St. Sofia Basilica, the Russian Church
• Visit to Boyana Church
• Rila Monastery
• Village of Arbanasy famous for its churches
• Visit to Aladja Monastery
• All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
• All taxes.

Excludes

• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance
• Visa If any

Hotels

PROGRAM – 3
Classical Bulgaria Tour | 08 Nights / 09 Days
Sofia – Plovdiv – Varna

DAY 01: Arrive Sofia
Arrive at Sofia airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Sofia 
After breakfast, proceed to first take a walking tour of Sofia starting with Alexander Nevsky Cathedral – the symbol of Sofia, the St. Sophia church, built in 6th century, the former Royal Palace, St. George Rotunda and the ruins of ancient Serdica. Near Banya Bashi Mosque is located one of the oldest commercial complex – Central Sofia Market Hall also known as ‘Halite’ or ‘Tsentralni Hali’ opened in 1911, showing unique architecture and containing many stores for food, clothes, shoes etc. Next to the Ruins of Serdica is one of the remarkable buildings in Sofia where is located the Central Universal Market. Free time on Vitosha blvd. famous with its many stores of world known brands. The tour continues to one of the Sofia shopping centers. In Sofia are located the biggest trendy malls in the country. Return to your hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 03: Sofia – Plovdiv
After breakfast, transfer to Plovdiv, which is the second largest city in Bulgaria. It is situated at about two hours drive from Sofia near the beautiful Rhodope Mountains. Plovdiv was selected to be the Europe’s cultural capital in 2019. The town in its present appearance was built around seven hills – the hills of Plovdiv. For a true experience of Bulgaria it is worth touring the sights of tradition and natural beauty in Plovdiv – a town with ancient past, an open-air museum with fascinating architecture. Its Old town preserves examples of Bulgarian Renaissance architecture along with the Roman Antique theatre and the Roman stadium. You will be able to take a walk along the small cobbled streets you will visit the Ethnographic museum where you will see an exhibition representing traditional culture of Thrace, The Rodhopes and the Central Balkan mountains during the 18th-19th centuries in Bulgaria. The main street of the city offers excellent opportunities for entertainment and shopping. In Plovdiv you will discover many opportunities to experience shopping. Whenever you go to Markovo Tepe Mall, Grand Mall or Mall of Plovdiv, you will find anything you want. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 04: Plovdiv – Nessebar – Varna
After breakfast transfer to Nessebar – one of the oldest towns in Europe, the successor to the ancient Thracian settlement of Mesambria, founded in the Second century AD. Through the centuries the town has been occupied by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and Turks. It was added to the UNESCO heritage list more than 20 years ago for its many churches, old houses and wealth of history. City tour at the old town. In the afternoon continue to Varna – the Bulgarian Sea capital. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 05: Varna
After breakfast, proceed to half day sightseeing tour of Varna. Bulgaria’s Sea Capital is full of history, sights and legends. You will visit the Sea Garden – an amazing place for walking along the sea. In the city center you will see the symbol of Varna – Cathedral “The assumption of Holy Mother”. If you want to see the oldest worked golden artefacts you may want to visit Varna’s Archaeological museum. Also the Roman Thermae, which are the most valuable monument of culture in Varna, situated in the central part of the city where they were constructed in the late 2nd century AD. In the afternoon free time at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06: Varna
After breakfast, departure to Balchik. The trip begins with a visit to the Botanical Garden in the picturesque town of Balchik, a tour of the summer residence of the Romanian Queen Maria – a romantic and exquisite architectural mix of Oriental and European styles, located on the beach, in a magnificent botanical garden – hosting over 3000 plants, including the second largest collection of cacti in Europe containing more than 250 species. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 07: Varna
After breakfast, proceed to Feel Bulgaria, discover the picturesque countryside. We will make a full day trip to Shumen, the famous historical sight Madara and the old town of Preslav, get know with the Bulgarian traditions. In the late afternoon departure in the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 08: Varna
After breakfast, proceed to ready for an exciting off road tour. An exotic trip with Jeeps in the unique natural environment, shooting with air rifles, picnic in the forest and entertainment. Free time at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 09: Depart Varna
Departure transfer to onward destination.

TOUR ENDS

Includes

• Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
• 08 nights accommodation as per the program.
• Meals as per the program.
• Entrance fees.
• English speaking guide.
• Sophia Church.
• Royal Palace.
• Banya Bashi Mosque.
• Beautiful Rhodope Mountains.
• Ethnographic museum.
• Botanical Garden.
• All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
• All taxes.

Excludes

• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance
• Visa If any

Hotels

PROGRAM – 4
Ancient Bulgaria | 04 Nights / 05 Days
Sofia – Plovdiv – Varna

DAY 01: Arrive Sofia
Arrive at Sofia airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Sofia – Plovdiv
After breakfast, proceed to first take a walking tour of Sofia starting with Alexander Nevsky Cathedral – the symbol of Sofia, the St. Sophia church, built in 6th century, the former Royal Palace, St. George Rotunda and the ruins of ancient Serdica. Near Banya Bashi Mosque is located one of the oldest commercial complex – Central Sofia Market Hall also known as ‘Halite’ or ‘Tsentralni Hali’ opened in 1911, showing unique architecture and containing many stores for food, clothes, shoes etc. Next to the Ruins of Serdica is one of the remarkable buildings in Sofia where is located the Central Universal Market. Free time on Vitosha blvd. famous with its many stores of world known brands. In the afternoon transfer to Plovdiv – Bulgaria’s second largest city. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 03: Plovdiv
After breakfast, proceed to city tour of Plovdiv, which is selected to be the Europe’s cultural capital in 2019. The town in its present appearance was built around seven hills – the hills of Plovdiv. For a true experience of Bulgaria it is worth touring the sights of tradition and natural beauty in Plovdiv – a town with ancient past, an open-air museum with fascinating architecture. Its Old town preserves examples of Bulgarian Renaissance architecture along with the Roman Antique Theatre and the Roman Stadium. You will be able to take a walk along the small cobbled streets you will visit the Ethnographic museum where you will see an exhibition representing traditional culture of Thrace, The Rodhopes and the Central Balkan Mountains during the 18th-19th centuries in Bulgaria. The main street of the city offers excellent opportunities for entertainment and shopping. In Plovdiv you will discover many opportunities to experience shopping. Whenever you go to Markovo Tepe Mall, Grand Mall or Mall of Plovdiv, you will find anything you want. Return back to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 04: Plovdiv – Nessebar – Varna
After breakfast transfer to Nessebar – one of the oldest towns in Europe, the successor to the ancient Thracian settlement of Mesambria, founded in the Second century AD. Through the centuries the town has been occupied by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and Turks. It was added to the UNESCO heritage list more than 20 years ago for its many churches, old houses and wealth of history. City tour at the old town. In the afternoon continue to Varna – the Bulgarian Sea capital. Half day sightseeing tour of Varna. Bulgaria’s Sea Capital is full of history, sights and legends. You will visit the Sea Garden – an amazing place for walking along the sea. In the city center you will see the symbol of Varna – Cathedral “The assumption of Holy Mother”. If you want to see the oldest worked golden artefacts you may want to visit Varna’s Archaeological museum. Also the Roman Thermae, which are the most valuable monument of culture in Varna, situated in the central part of the city where they were constructed in the late 2nd century AD. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 05: Depart Varna
Half day sightseeing tour of Varna. Departure transfer to onward destination.

TOUR ENDS

Includes

• Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
• 04 nights accommodation as per the program.
• Meals as per the program.
• Entrance fees.
• English speaking guide.
• Alexander Nevsky Cathedral.
• Sophia Church.
• Royal Palace.
• Banya Bashi Mosque.
• Ethnographic museum.
• Sea Garden.
• All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
• All taxes.

Excludes

• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance
• Visa If any

Hotels

PROGRAM – 5
Best of Bulgaria | 10 Nights / 11 Days
Sofia – Plovdiv – Varna

DAY 01: Arrive Sofia
Arrival at Sofia airport meet assist and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Sofia
After breakfast, walking tour of Sofia starting with Alexander Nevsky Cathedral – the symbol of Sofia, the St. Sophia church, built in 6th century, the former Royal Palace, St. George Rotunda and the ruins of ancient Serdica. Near Banya Bashi Mosque is located one of the oldest commercial complex – Central Sofia Market Hall also known as ‘Halite’ or ‘Tsentralni Hali’ opened in 1911, showing unique architecture and containing many stores for food, clothes, shoes etc. Next to the Ruins of Serdica is one of the remarkable buildings in Sofia where is located the Central Universal Market. Free time on Vitosha blvd. famous with its many stores of world known brands. The tour continues to one of the Sofia shopping centers. In Sofia are located the biggest trendy malls in the country. Return to your hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 03: Sofia – Plovdiv
After breakfast, proceed to Plovdiv which is the second largest city in Bulgaria. It is situated at about two hours drive from Sofia near the beautiful Rhodope Mountains. Plovdiv was selected to be the Europe’s cultural capital in 2019. The town in its present appearance was built around seven hills – the hills of Plovdiv. For a true experience of Bulgaria it is worth touring the sights of tradition and natural beauty in Plovdiv – a town with ancient past, an open-air museum with fascinating architecture. Its Old town preserves examples of Bulgarian Renaissance architecture along with the Roman Antique theatre and the Roman stadium. You will be able to take a walk along the small cobbled streets you will visit the Ethnographic museum where you will see an exhibition representing traditional culture of Thrace, The Rodhopes and the Central Balkan mountains during the 18th-19th centuries in Bulgaria. The main street of the city offers excellent opportunities for entertainment and shopping. In Plovdiv you will discover many opportunities to experience shopping. Whenever you go to Markovo Tepe Mall, Grand Mall or Mall of Plovdiv, you will find anything you want. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 04: Plovdiv – Nessebar – Varna
After breakfast, proceed to Nessebar – one of the oldest towns in Europe, the successor to the ancient Thracian settlement of Mesambria, founded in the Second century AD. Through the centuries the town has been occupied by Greeks, Romans, Byzantines and Turks. It was added to the UNESCO heritage list more than 20 years ago for its many churches, old houses and wealth of history. City tour at the old town. In the afternoon continue to Varna – the Bulgarian Sea capital. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 05: Varna
After breakfast, half day sightseeing tour of Varna. Bulgaria’s Sea Capital is full of history, sights and legends. You will visit the Sea Garden – an amazing place for walking along the sea. In the city center you will see the symbol of Varna – Cathedral “The assumption of Holy Mother”. If you want to see the oldest worked golden artefacts you may want to visit Varna’s Archaeological museum. Also the Roman Thermae, which are the most valuable monument of culture in Varna, situated in the central part of the city where they were constructed in the late 2nd century AD. Visit of the archeological museum where you can see one of the oldest golden treasures in the world. In the afternoon free time at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06: Varna
After breakfast, proceed to ready for an exciting off road tour. An exotic trip with Jeeps in the unique natural environment, shooting with air rifles, picnic in the forest and entertainment. Free time at leisure. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 07: Varna – Balchik
After breakfast, departure to Balchik. The trip begins with a visit to the Botanical Garden in the picturesque town of Balchik, a tour of the summer residence of the Romanian Queen Maria – a romantic and exquisite architectural mix of Oriental and European styles, located on the beach, in a magnificent botanical garden – hosting over 3000 plants, including the second largest collection of cacti in Europe containing more than 250 species. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 08: Varna – Madara – Preslav
After breakfast, proceed to discover the picturesque countryside. We will make a full day trip to Shumen, the famous historical sight Madara and the old town of Preslav, get know with the Bulgarian traditions. In the late afternoon departure in the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 09: Varna – Ruse
After breakfast, proceed to Ruse is a large Bulgarian city, on the right bank of the River Danube. The city is the country’s most important river port, acting as a focus for the country’s trade. There is a good reason why the biggest Bulgarian city on the Danube River – Ruse is compared to Vienna. Every aspect of its architecture is heavily influenced by arguably one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Enjoy the splendid city of Rouse. The trip includes and visit of the medieval barites situated in the town of Razgrad. Arrival in the hotel in the late afternoon. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 10: Varna – Veliko Tarnovo
After breakfast, departure to the old Bulgarian capital. Veliko Tyrnovo is charms, it will teleport you back in time, to make you a spectator of the rise and fall of the mighty capital of the Second Bulgarian kingdom 12-14 century. By walking on the winding cobble streets, you will learn and feel how its proud population lived under the Turkish oppression, developing fabulous architectural masterpieces and established cohesive and powerful craftsmen’s guild. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 11: Depart Varna
Departure transfer to onward destination.

TOUR ENDS

Includes

• Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
• 10 nights accommodation as per the program.
• Meals as per the program.
• Entrance fees.
• English speaking guide.
• Sophia Church.
• Royal Palace.
• Banya Bashi Mosque.
• Beautiful Rhodope Mountains.
• Ethnographic museum.
• Botanical Garden.
• All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
• All taxes.

Excludes

• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance
• Visa If any

Hotels

PROGRAM – 6
Bulgaria the Cultural Heritage | 07 Nights / 08 Days
Varna – Veliko Tarnovo – Nessebar – Varna

DAY 01: Arrive Varna
Arrival in Varna meet assist at the airport later transfer to hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 02: Varna
After breakfast free time.Sightseeing in Varna – the biggest city on the Black Sea coast – the Historical Museum, the Archeological Museum, the Ethnographic Museum, the Cathedral, the Dolphinarium, etc. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 03: Varna
After breakfast free time.Sightseeing in the region. A visit to the botanical gardens in the town of Balchik. These are the second largest gardens in Europe, once were part of the summer palace of the Romanian queen Maria. Visiting museums, going to Pobiti Kamani – a very interesting semi-dessert area covered with yellow sands and many stone figures that are still unknown whether they are remnants of a vanished town, or of a giant wall. Some of these rocks are 6-7 meters high; others are similar to pots or flowers. The area is 4 km2. Very close is the cave Tamnata Dupka The Dark Hole where traces of prehistoric people are found. Overnight in Varna.

DAY 04: Varna – Veliko Tarnovo
After breakfast, Proceed for the town of Veliko Tarnovo. On the way to the town the tourists will see the old Bulgarian capitals Pliska and Preslav, the Rider of Madara – a 23m-high stone monument enlisted in the UNESCO list of historical monuments. A visit to a wine cellar where the popular wine “Pelin” is produced. A visit to the monastery “St. Pantaleimon” where the Bulgarian king Boris had spent some time. A visit to Ljaskovo nunnery. Overnight in Veliko Tarnovo.

DAY 05: Veliko Tarnovo
After breakfast sightseeing in Veliko Tarnovo, Arbanasy and the monastery of Kelifarevo. Overnight in Veliko Tarnovo.

DAY 06: Veliko Tarnovo – Nessebar
After breakfast, Proceed for the town of Nessebar. On the way visiting Drjanovo Monastery, the village of Bojentzi, the ethnographic complex Etara, the Thracian tomb near Kazanlak. Overnight in Nessebar or Vlas.

DAY 07: Nessebar
After breakfast visiting the towns of Nessebar and Sozopol. Nessebar is a small town situated on a peninsula. Its population is 7000 people and during the summer each house turns into a small hotel. The legends tell that once there were 41 churches in Nessebar. Nowadays the tourists may see the following churches: the Old Metropolis, the Basilica on the see coast, “St. Todor”, “St.Parasceva”, etc. The other pearl of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast is Sozopol. The town was established in 609. Its first name was Apolonia. Overnight in Nessebar or Vlas.

DAY 08: Nessebar – Varna – Depart Varna
Departure transfer to onward destination.

TOUR END

Includes

• Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
• 07 nights accommodation as per the program
• Meals as per the program
• Entrance fees.
• English speaking guide.
• The Historical Museum, the Archeological Museum, the Ethnographic Museum
• Botanical gardens
• A visit to the monastery “St. Pantaleimon”
• Drjanovo Monastery
• the Old Metropolis
• All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
• All taxes.

Excludes

• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance
• Visa If any

Hotels

PROGRAM – 7
Mystic Bulgaria | 07 Nights / 08 Days
Sofia – Plovdiv – Karlovo – Veliko Tarnovo – Sofia

DAY 01: Arrive Sofia
Arriving in Sofia. Transfer to a hotel. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 02: Sofia 
Breakfast. Sightseeing in Sofia – Alexander Nevski Cathedral, the Crypt where the richest collection of icons on the Balkan Peninsula is kept, St. Sofia Basilica, the Russian Church, roman ruins, etc. Visit to the National History Museum. Overnight in hotel.

DAY 03: Sofia – Plovdiv
Breakfast. Leaving for Plovdiv . Visit to the Old Town and sightseeing. Visit to the Bachkovo Monastery – the second largest in the country 70 km in both directions. Overnight in a hotel.

DAY 04: Plovdiv – Karlovo
Breakfast. Leaving for the town of Karlovo .On the way visiting the town of Hissar famous for its spas and Roman mosaics. Visiting small towns, connected with the Bulgarian history and Renaissance – Kalofer and Sopot. Overnight in the Valley of Roses.

DAY 05: Karlovo
The festival of the rose. Getting up very early in the morning – roses are picked at dawn. Later during the day participation in the festival – concerts, folk dances and songs, etc. Visiting the museum of the rose. Picnic. Overnight in the Valley of Roses.

DAY 06: Karlovo – Velico Tarnovo
Breakfast. Leaving for Velico Tarnovo, an ancient Bulgarian capital . A stop in the town of Kazanlak and visit to a modern rose destillery.
A stop at the Kelifarevski monastery. Sightseeing in Veliko Tarnovo. Going to the village of Arbanasy famous for its churches and enlisted in the UNESCO’s list of cultural monuments 5 km. Overnight in Velico Tarnovo.

DAY 07: Veliko Tarnovo – Sofia
Breakfast. Sightseeing in Velico Tarnovo. Going to the village of Arbanasy famous for its churches and enlisted in UNESCO list for cultural monuments 5 km. Leaving for Sofia .Accommodation in a hotel. Overnight in Sofia.

DAY 08: Depart Sofia 
Departure transfer to onward destination.

TOUR ENDS

Includes

• Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
• 07 nights accommodation as per the program
• Meals as per the program
• Entrance fees.
• English speaking guide.
• Alexander Nevski Cathedral
• National History Museum
• Bachkovo Monastery
• Kelifarevski monastery
• Village of Arbanasy famous for its churches
• All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
• All taxes.

Excludes

• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance
• Visa If any

Hotels

PROGRAM – 8
Scenic Bulgaria | 07 Nights / 08 Days
Sofia – Borovets – Plovdiv

DAY 01: Arrive Sofia –  Sofia – Borovets
Arrive at Sofia airport and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Borovets – Rila Monastery
After breakfast, proceed to Rila Monastery and visit of the Hreleva tower. In the late afternoon return to the hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 03: Borovets – Plovdiv
After breakfast, proceed to ready for the next exciting day in Bulgaria. The tour goes on with Plovdiv destination. Plovidv is one of the biggest cities in Bulgaria. It’s divided in two parts- old and new. We will visit the both. The old Plovddiv will charm you with ancient history and sights, also houses from the Revival period. In the late afternoon arrival in Borovets resort. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 04: Borovets
After breakfast, free day at hotel.

DAY 05: Borovets – Plovdiv
After breakfast, proceed to next days are great chance to visit the famous Seven Rila Lakes. if you come in the Winter or coming in the Summer you can include the following services in your trip: mountain biking, horse riding, finishing, and picnic, to attend cultural programs sport or enjoy the nightlife in the evenings. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06: Borovets – Plovdiv
After breakfast, proceed to next day visit to climb Mount Everest and return to hotel. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 07: Borovets – Plovdiv
After breakfast, proceed to the next days are great chance to visit the famous Seven Rila Lakes, to climb mount Everest, for skiing if you come in the Winter. Or coming in the Summer you can include the following services in your trip: mountain biking, horse riding, finishing, and picnic, to attend cultural programs sport or enjoy the nightlife in the evenings. Overnight at hotel.

DAY 08: Borovets – Sofia – Depart Sofia
Departure transfer to onward destination.

TOUR ENDS

Includes

• Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
• 07 nights accommodation as per the program.
• Meals as per the program.
• Entrance fees.
• English speaking guide.
• Hreleva tower.
• Famous Seven Rila Lakes.
• Mount Everest.
• Skiing.
• Mountain biking.
• Horse riding.
• All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
• All taxes.

Excludes

• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance
• Visa If any

Hotels

PROGRAM – 9
All about Sofia | 10 Nights / 11 Days
Sofia

DAY 01: Arrive Sofia 
Arrival at Sofia, Free time at leisure.
Overnight at hotel.

DAY 02: Sofia
After Breakfast Proceed to take a walking tour of Sofia starting with Alexander Nevsky Cathedral – the symbol of Sofia, the St. Sophia church, built in 6th century, the former Royal Palace, St. George Rotunda and the ruins of ancient Serdica. Near Banya Bashi Mosque is located one of the oldest commercial complex – Central Sofia Market Hall also known as „Halite“ or „Tsentralni Hali“ opened in 1911, showing unique architecture and containing many stores for food, clothes, shoes etc. Next to the Ruis of Serdica is one of the remarkable buildings in Sofia where is located the Central Universal Market. Free time at the Vitosha blvd. famous with its many stores of world known brands.The tour continues to one of the Sofia shopping centers. In Sofia are located the biggest trendy malls in the country. Combine shopping with a brief respite in the cozy restaurants and coffee shops.
Overnight at hotel.

DAY 03: Sofia
After Breakfast Proceed to Full day at leisure or optional excursion.
Overnight at hotel.

DAY 04: Sofia
After Breakfast Proceed to Full day at leisure or optional excursion.
Overnight at hotel.

DAY 05: Sofia – Plovdiv
After Breakfast Proceed to Plovdiv, which is the second largest city in Bulgaria. It is situated at about two hours drive from Sofia near the beautiful Rhodope Mountains. Plovdiv was selected to be the Europe’s cultural capital in 2019. The town in its present appearance was built around seven hills – the hills of Plovdiv. For a true experience of Bulgaria it is worth touring the sights of tradition and natural beauty in Plovdiv – a town with ancient past, an open-air museum with fascinating architecture.
Its Old town preserves examples of Bulgarian Renaissance architecture along with the Roman Antique Theatre and the Roman Stadium.You will be able to take a walk along the small cobbled streets you will visit the Ethnographic museum where you will see an exhibition representing traditional culture of Thrace, The Rodhopes and the Central Balkan Mountains during the 18th-19th centuries in Bulgaria.
The main street of the city offers excellent opportunities for entertainment and shopping.In Plovdiv you will discover many opportunities to experience shopping. Whenever you go to Markovo Tepe Mall, Grand Mall or Mall of Plovdiv, you will find anything you want.Departure to Sofia in the afternoon.
Overnight at hotel.

DAY 06: Sofia
After Breakfast Proceed to Full day at leisure or optional excursion.
Overnight at hotel.

DAY 07: Sofia 
After Breakfast Proceed to Full day at leisure or optional excursion.
Overnight at hotel.

DAY 08: Sofia – Rila Monastery
After Breakfast Proceed to the world famous Rila Monastery included in UNSECO World Heritage list. You will visit the monastery founded in the 10th century. It is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria and Eastern Europe. The monastery complex houses a rich collection of icons, wall paintings, old-printed books.On this guided tour you will see the gold-plated iconostasis in the main church, the monastery museum, famous for housing Rafael’s cross. Photo stop at the tower of Hrelyu and the residential part of the complex. Departure to Sofia in the afternoon.
Overnight at hotel.

DAY 09: Sofia
After Breakfast Proceed to Full day at leisure or optional excursion.
Overnight at hotel.

DAY 10: Sofia
After Breakfast Proceed to Full day at leisure or optional excursion.
Overnight at hotel.

DAY 11: Depart Sofia
Departure transfer to onward destination.

TOUR ENDS

Includes

• Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
• 10 nights accommodation as per the program.
• Meals as per the program.
• Entrance fees.
• English speaking guide.
• St. Sophia church.
• Ethnographic museum .
• Mall of Plovdiv.
• Sea Garden.
• architectural masterpieces.
• Eastern Orthodox monastery.
• All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
• All taxes.

Excludes

• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance
• Visa If any

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