Ultimate 4-Day Bulgaria Tour: History, Culture & Scenic Views
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Duration
4 days
Max Group Size
40
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Age Requirement
12 - 99 Ages
About this tour
Are you looking for the ultimate vacation in Bulgaria? Well, this one has it all. As a private tour guide with years of experience, I plan and lead finely crafted tours Sofia- Boyana Church- Rila Monastery- Plovdiv - Sofia.
Route
- 1SofiaEuropeBulgariaStart
- 2Rila MonasteryEuropeBulgariaKyustendil
- 3SofiaEuropeBulgaria
- 4PlovdivEuropeBulgaria
- 5SofiaEuropeBulgariaEnd
Itinerary
Arrival at Sofia. The representative of our travel agency will meet you at the airport. Transfer to the hotel in Sofia. Accommodation. In the afternoon: 2- hour guided tour in the heart of the town during which you will learn about its rich history and see its heritage: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral – the biggest in Bulgarian, Saint Sofia Basilica – the symbol of the town, the old Parliament Building, the Presidency, Saint George Rotunda – one of the oldest churches in Europe, the Roman Remains and the other important historical buildings and sites. Free time. Overnight in Sofia.
Breakfast. Day trip to two UNESCO world heritage sites. The first stop is the Boyana Church, remarkable with its amazingly well-preserved and very unique frescoes from the 13th century. After that, you will continue to the Rila Monastery (2- hour drive)- the biggest monastery in Bulgaria, which will enchant you with its beauty. There you will learn about its emergence and the life of Saint John of Rila – the most important Bulgarian saint. You will also have an included visit to the monastery museum and an authentic monk room! Free time for lunch. Transfer back to the hotel in Sofia. Overnight in Sofia.
Breakfast. Day trip to Plovdiv (2-hour drive) – considered to be the oldest existing town in Europe and its capital of culture for 2019. There you will have a 2- hour guided tour during which you will learn about its ancient history and you will discover its very well preserved and restored heritage: the Roman forum, stadium and theater, the main walking street (which is the longest pedestrian street in Europe), the Revival old town with its beautiful houses and coble- stone streets, the remains of the old fortress and the beautiful panoramic views from there. After that you will have some free time for lunch and shopping. The expected return in Sofia is at 6pm. Overnight in Sofia.
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport.
Note: if your flights are in the evening, the Sofia city tour will be done on day 4 instead of day 1.
Trip includes
Included
3 nights in Sofia BW Premier City Hotel 4*
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange smilar other hotel for your group. If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost
Professional English - speaking tour guides
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English3 breakfasts
Arrival transfer from Sofia International Airport
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking car or minivan
Return transfer to Sofia International Airport Tours & Transfer Taxes
Guided Sofia City Tour
Guided day trip to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church
Guided day trip to Plovdiv
Entrance fees to: Boyana Church, Rila Monastery museum, Plovdiv ancient theater
Tours & Transfer Taxes
Excluded
International or Domestic flights
Insurance: All types
City Tax (currently 0,50-euro cents per night)
Insurance: All types Bulgaria entry visa (if needed) Food (besides the breakfast) & personal expenses
Tipping: Tips for guides and drivers
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