7 Days Greece Bulgaria Combined Tour
|7 Days, 9 Destinations |Starts from Athens
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Duration
7 days
Max Group Size
40
Tour Code
7DGBCT
Tour Type
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Departure Type
Scheduled
Age Requirement
11 - 99 Ages
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Operated In
English
Physical level
relax
Athens
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Sofia
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Activities
AdventureCombined CountryDiscoveryExplorerFamilyHistoricalIn-depth CulturalMuseumPhotographySightseeingSolo TravelWalking TourSee ItineraryTour Overview
First class service and guided transportation through the historical and picturesque sites of Greece and Bulgaria, First visit to Greece. There are hundreds of archaeological and historical sites to visit in Greece. We will then, head to Bulgaria, to see the best of Eastern Europe. Come and join TravelShop Booking to enjoy your unforgettable holiday in Greece and Bulgaria.
Highlights
- Sofia, Bulgaria Alexander Nevsky Cathedral: Admire the stunning architecture of this iconic Orthodox cathedral. Boyana Church: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its medieval frescoes. Vitosha Boulevard: Stroll along Sofia’s main shopping street, filled with cafes and shops.
- Koprivshtitsa Historic Town Tour: Explore the well-preserved 19th-century houses and museums showcasing Bulgarian National Revival architecture. Museum Visits: Discover local history and culture at sites such as the Lyuben Karavelov Museum.
- Rila Monastery Rila Monastery: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its stunning frescoes and significant religious history. Nature Walks: Enjoy the picturesque surroundings and hiking trails in Rila National Park.
- Bansko Ski Resort Experience: Depending on the season, enjoy skiing or hiking in this popular mountain resort. Cultural Exploration: Visit the Bansko Church of the Holy Trinity and explore the charming old town.
- Thessaloniki, Greece White Tower: Explore this symbol of Thessaloniki and enjoy views of the city. Rotunda and Galerius Arch: Visit these historical landmarks showcasing the city's Roman heritage. Local Cuisine: Savor authentic Greek dishes at a traditional tavern.
- Vergina Archaeological Site: Visit the burial site of Macedonian kings, including Philip II, the father of Alexander the Great. Museum of the Royal Tombs: Explore artifacts and exhibits highlighting the history of the ancient Macedonian dynasty.
- Athens Acropolis: Discover the iconic Parthenon and other ancient ruins, reflecting Greece’s rich history. Acropolis Museum: View artifacts and exhibits related to the Acropolis. Plaka Neighborhood: Wander through the charming streets filled with shops, cafes, and traditional architecture.
- Cultural Experiences: Enjoy traditional Bulgarian and Greek meals, music, and dance.
Itinerary
Arrive at Athens International Airport and meet our professional driver who will transfer you to your hotel. It is your free day to explore and enjoy Athens on your own. Overnight at the hotel in Athens.
(Breakfast included)
After breakfast, we will start the tour of the city of Athens, visiting Syntagma Square - the center of modern Athens and view the changing of the guard in front of the Parliament building. On the way to Acropolis, we will have a stop to the Panathenaic Stadium-made of white marble- where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. The impressive, work of Art, Stadium was the finish line of the Marathon Race of Athens 2004 Olympics. We will also see the Temple of Olympian Zeus - the largest Temple ever built in Greece. We will view the National Gardens, the Academy, the National Library, the University, and finally we will visit the most magnificent monument in the world - the Parthenon on the Acropolis. Then drive to Piraeus, Greece's main port and continue by the costal road to Kastella, a picturesque hill area overlooking the Mikrolimano yacht harbour, having the opportunity to see numerous restaurants and cafes by the sea. On the way to Mesoghia and the Winery, enjoy the journey through the southern suburbs of the city, along the coastal avenue of Athens Riviera with its magnificent view to the sea. Arrive at the Winery* and enjoy the visit. Drive to Porto Rafti Area by the sea to enjoy some free time. Right after, drive to McArthur Designer Outlet shopping village. In continue, we drive at a Pottery workshop to see the craft of making vases and the exhibition of different products. Afterwards, drive back to hotel, passing by the facilities of the Olympic Athletic Center of Athens where the majority of the athletic events were held during the 2004 Olympic Games. Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, we will start the tour of the city of Athens, visiting Syntagma Square - the center of modern Athens and view the changing of the guard in front of the Parliament building. On the way to Acropolis, we will have a stop to the Panathenaic Stadium-made of white marble- where the first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896. The impressive, work of Art, Stadium was the finish line of the Marathon Race of Athens 2004 Olympics. We will also see the Temple of Olympian Zeus - the largest Temple ever built in Greece. We will view the National Gardens, the Academy, the National Library, the University, and finally we will visit the most magnificent monument in the world - the Parthenon on the Acropolis. Then drive to Piraeus, Greece's main port and continue by the costal road to Kastella, a picturesque hill area overlooking the Mikrolimano yacht harbour, having the opportunity to see numerous restaurants and cafes by the sea. On the way to Mesoghia and the Winery, enjoy the journey through the southern suburbs of the city, along the coastal avenue of Athens Riviera with its magnificent view to the sea. Arrive at the Winery* and enjoy the visit. Drive to Porto Rafti Area by the sea to enjoy some free time. Right after, drive to McArthur Designer Outlet shopping village. In continue, we drive at a Pottery workshop to see the craft of making vases and the exhibition of different products. Afterwards, drive back to hotel, passing by the facilities of the Olympic Athletic Center of Athens where the majority of the athletic events were held during the 2004 Olympic Games. Overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast included)
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, drive to Vergina, a small town in northern Greece near Veria, principal of the prefecture of Imathia. Visit the museum which was built to protect the tombs, and was inaugurated in 1993, to exhibit the artefacts and show the tumulus as it was before the excavations. Departure for Thessaloniki and overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, drive to Vergina, a small town in northern Greece near Veria, principal of the prefecture of Imathia. Visit the museum which was built to protect the tombs, and was inaugurated in 1993, to exhibit the artefacts and show the tumulus as it was before the excavations. Departure for Thessaloniki and overnight at the hotel.
(Breakfast included)
Breakfast at the hotel. Thessaloniki panoramic tour, the city of great historic importance and a crossed of so many civilizations and cultures. Begin the tour with a panoramic drive around the White Tower, the main landmarks of the city, the Galerius Arch, the Rotunda monument, the Old Town (Ano Poli) and the City Walls, from where you will have a marvellous view of Thessaloniki. Your escort will provide you with all the information about Thessaloniki’s history old and new as you look at these stately buildings. During the tour: There will be a short stop at Agios Demetrius Byzantine church which is the most important church of Thessaloniki for religious, historical and artistic reasons. The most famous and interesting part of the church, is underground ancient “Crypt”. After the tour, boarding on coach in Thessaloniki around noon. Departure for Bulgaria. Visit of Melnik – the smallest town in Bulgaria famous for its excellent wines and sandstone rocky pyramids. Overnight in Bansko.
Breakfast at the hotel. Thessaloniki panoramic tour, the city of great historic importance and a crossed of so many civilizations and cultures. Begin the tour with a panoramic drive around the White Tower, the main landmarks of the city, the Galerius Arch, the Rotunda monument, the Old Town (Ano Poli) and the City Walls, from where you will have a marvellous view of Thessaloniki. Your escort will provide you with all the information about Thessaloniki’s history old and new as you look at these stately buildings. During the tour: There will be a short stop at Agios Demetrius Byzantine church which is the most important church of Thessaloniki for religious, historical and artistic reasons. The most famous and interesting part of the church, is underground ancient “Crypt”. After the tour, boarding on coach in Thessaloniki around noon. Departure for Bulgaria. Visit of Melnik – the smallest town in Bulgaria famous for its excellent wines and sandstone rocky pyramids. Overnight in Bansko.
(Breakfast included)
Departure for Sofia, upon breakfast. On the way, we visit Rila Monastery - the most exquisite example of the monastery art and architecture in Bulgaria. Guided tour of the monastery complex. Visit to Nativity of the Virgin Church with its miracle icon of the Virgin and splendid gilded iconostasis. The old kitchen, the monastery museum where you can learn about the long and heroic history of the monastery, the wood carved cross made for a period of twelve years by a monk called Rafael, Hrelyo’s Tower and many spectacular views from the mountain and the surrounding nature. Arrival in Bansko, in the late afternoon. Bansko is the most famous ski resort in Bulgaria with excellent conditions for winter sports. The town also keeps a special authentic atmosphere with its old houses and traditional restaurants. Arrival in Sofia in the late afternoon. Overnight in Sofia.
Departure for Sofia, upon breakfast. On the way, we visit Rila Monastery - the most exquisite example of the monastery art and architecture in Bulgaria. Guided tour of the monastery complex. Visit to Nativity of the Virgin Church with its miracle icon of the Virgin and splendid gilded iconostasis. The old kitchen, the monastery museum where you can learn about the long and heroic history of the monastery, the wood carved cross made for a period of twelve years by a monk called Rafael, Hrelyo’s Tower and many spectacular views from the mountain and the surrounding nature. Arrival in Bansko, in the late afternoon. Bansko is the most famous ski resort in Bulgaria with excellent conditions for winter sports. The town also keeps a special authentic atmosphere with its old houses and traditional restaurants. Arrival in Sofia in the late afternoon. Overnight in Sofia.
(Breakfast included)
After the breakfast, depart for daily tour to the town of Koprivshtitsa. A town with a special spirit, now turned into a museum where you can feel the unique atmosphere of the Revival Period in Bulgaria. Outstanding ethnographic treasures can be seen together with significant historical monuments: specific architecture, original furniture, old weapons, national costumes, traditional crafts, precious jewelry. In the afternoon, drive back to Sofia. Guided sightseeing tour of the city centre (2 hours), including visit to Alexander Nevski Cathedral. This cathedral is one of the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in Europe, as well as one of Sofia’s symbols and a primary tourist attraction. St. George Rotunda and St. Sophia Church, built by the Roman Emperor Justinian in the 6th century, National Theatre, former Royal Palace, today housing the National Revival Art Gallery and the Ethnographic Museum, Presidency, etc. Upon request – dinner at a traditional restaurant with folklore music and dances. Overnight in Sofia.
After the breakfast, depart for daily tour to the town of Koprivshtitsa. A town with a special spirit, now turned into a museum where you can feel the unique atmosphere of the Revival Period in Bulgaria. Outstanding ethnographic treasures can be seen together with significant historical monuments: specific architecture, original furniture, old weapons, national costumes, traditional crafts, precious jewelry. In the afternoon, drive back to Sofia. Guided sightseeing tour of the city centre (2 hours), including visit to Alexander Nevski Cathedral. This cathedral is one of the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in Europe, as well as one of Sofia’s symbols and a primary tourist attraction. St. George Rotunda and St. Sophia Church, built by the Roman Emperor Justinian in the 6th century, National Theatre, former Royal Palace, today housing the National Revival Art Gallery and the Ethnographic Museum, Presidency, etc. Upon request – dinner at a traditional restaurant with folklore music and dances. Overnight in Sofia.
(Breakfast included)
Transfer to the airport and departure for your trip back home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.
Transfer to the airport and departure for your trip back home. We hope your tour was a memorable one and we would like to see you in the future in one of our tours again. Have a nice trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.
Trip includes
Included
2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Athens - Titania Hotel
1 night hotel accommodation in Thessaloniki - Holiday Inn Hotel
1 night hotel accommodation in Bansko - Luxury Bansko Mountain Resort
2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Sofia - Ramada Sofia Hotel
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange similar other hotel for your group.
If you prefer a Different category hotel, there might be an additional cost
Hotel1 night hotel accommodation in Thessaloniki - Holiday Inn Hotel
1 night hotel accommodation in Bansko - Luxury Bansko Mountain Resort
2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Sofia - Ramada Sofia Hotel
PS: If This hotel list not available at the time of your booking then we will arrange similar 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
English6 breakfasts
Arrival Airport transfer from Athens International Airport
Transportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
Departure transfer to Bulgarian Borders (Promachonas)
Coach / BusMini-coachPrivate VehicleTransportation in a fully air - conditioned, non - smoking coach
Departure transfer to Bulgarian Borders (Promachonas)
Guided Athens Sightseeing Tour
Escorted Half All in One Panoramic Tour
Guided Vergina Tour
Escorted Thessaloniki Panoramic Tour
Guided Rila Monastery Tour
Guided Koprivshtitsa and Sofia Tour
Escorted Half All in One Panoramic Tour
Guided Vergina Tour
Escorted Thessaloniki Panoramic Tour
Guided Rila Monastery Tour
Guided Koprivshtitsa and Sofia Tour
Excluded
International flights
Insurance: All types
City Tax
Bulgaria entry visa
Greece entry visa
Evening panoramic tour “Sofia by night” and dinner at a traditional restaurant with folklore music and dances
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section.
Hotel room taxes • Tipping
Bulgaria entry visa
Greece entry visa
Evening panoramic tour “Sofia by night” and dinner at a traditional restaurant with folklore music and dances
Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
Any others expenses which are not mentioned at the included section.
Hotel room taxes • Tipping
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