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1. Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi Tour from Sofia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
The tour includes a visit of the Bulgarian medieval capital Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi. Step back in time and see the town from the national revival period.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Thienpont
We had a marvelous time on this tour with Lachezar Gudev as our guide. He guided us through a personal route on the mountain right to Kemendall viewpoint in witch he took our sense for adventure, our fysical condition and our disabilities into account. This way he made the road to the viewpoint at least even interesting as the viewpoint itself, which is really something you can not miss when you visit Sofia. We also learned much about Bulgarian daily life and the bulgarian filmindustry from our guide that also seemed to know a lot about other touristic places in Bulgary. In short we couldn't be in better hands during this trip that was a great succes with many thanks to this wonderfull man. We advise this tour to anyone who wants to discover Sofia and likes to be in the nature as well, as we also would advise you to turn to Lachezar Gudev if you want a good guide or some good tips for a trip in Bulgary
2. Explore Northern Bulgaria Day Trip from Bucharest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Private tour - day trip to Northern Bulgaria, a land full of historical treasures, breath-taking scenery and made whole by the hospitality of its inhabitants. Departure from Bucharest 08.00 and visit to Veliko Tarnovo, Arbanasi Village, and if time allows Basarabov Monastery.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, English speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Bridge toll, Road toll, Parking Fees
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance tickets about 10 Euro
Reviewed By queenrmp
My boyfriend and I went on a search for the real Dracula with Ion. At first we didn’t know it was a personal tour and we didn’t know if we had to pack stuff to leave in a bus, car etc with other people. I was so excited to know it was a personal tour. No worries about leaving things behind in a vehicle while exploring. Ion was very informative and he was very knowledgeable about Romanian history. There were a few stops and we ate a lunch next to the Poenari castle. I was a bit worried about the 1400 steps at the castle since I have problems with asthma and the cold(it was December). But there was no rush on how fast we trekked up the stairs. He didn’t even seem to mind that I had Dante my plushie with me!
3. Plovdiv Full Day Guided Tour from Sofia
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Visit the ancient city of Plovdiv, one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Europe on a full day guided tour from Sofia! Explore: the romantic old town, packed with beautifully decorated 19th century houses; the ancient fortress-walls and gates; wonderful churches and Roman structures like the Roman Odeon, the Ancient Stadium of Philipopolis and of course the best preserved Roman Theater (2nd century) in Bulgaria. This full-day Plovdiv trip includes pickup and drop-off at a central location in Sofia, a guided walking tour of the Old town and the modern, central part the city.
Inclusions: All transportation and parking costs, Licensed English-speaking guide, VAT and all local taxes, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Fuel surcharge, Landing and facility fees
Exclusions: Admission fees (Optional 5 Euro), Meals, tips and personal expenses, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By EL3M33
Vincent was a fantastic guide, enthusiastic, very knowledgeable, very approachable. He took the trouble to find us as we weren't at the prearranged pick-up point due to National celebrations and increased security in the area.He gave us options for the day and was a good driver. He warned us that Boyana church visits were restricted to 10 minutes for all, but managed to cram a huge amount of interesting information into our visit. His knowledge and enthusiasm about Rila Monastery and the frescoes left us looking at other church interiors in a different light!. We wondered if he was a history graduate as he was so good. The cave was a nice short but fairly strenuous climb which was worth doing, and he checked throughout that we were all managing it. It was also interesting to see the countryside as we drove to and from Rila as a contrast from Sofia. I would definitely recommend.
4. Full Day Sofia Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Sofia is one of the oldest cities on the Balkans found by the Thracian tribe Serdi. In 29 A.D. Sofia became the capital of the Roman province of Inner Dacia. Through the ages, the city played role as an important trading center in the Byzantine and Bulgarian Empires. Under Ottoman rule, Sofia was the center of Rumelia province. Sofia became the capital of restored Bulgaria in 1879, with a population of only about 12,000. Today many streets, buildings, parks, and even whole neighborhoods preserve the architectural style from the turn of the century. We will explore the compact city center, Boyana Church (UNESCO) and the National History Museum - one of the largest on the Balkans.
Inclusions: English-speaking guide throughout the tour, Transportation with modern air-conditioned vehicle., Admission tickets for the Boyana Church and the National History Museum
Exclusions: Meals, drinks, personal expenses.
Reviewed By Rim_Mbarek
We had a great trip with our guide Martin, he's so professional and funny at the same time, we learnt a lot about the history of Bulgaria! I highly recommand Martin ????✅
5. Small group tour to Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
During this day tour, you will be able to visit one of the must-see places in Bulgaria, not surprisingly elected European Capital of Culture for 2019, as well as two of the highlights in the region - Asen's fortress and Bachkovo Monastery
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Professional guide, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By christS4874QK
I was picked up at my hotel in the morning and taken to where the bikes and gear are kept. Adrian greeted me with a warm welcome and I was quickly outfitted with very nice riding gear. Adrian completed an overview of the trip, a safety brief, and we were on our way. After a short ride through town, we were soon on the highway heading south from Sofia for about an hour. The traffic was light and this was a nice ride. We stopped at a rest stop and Adrian made sure that I was comfortable and that everything was well. After a quick snack and rest, we were back on the highway. After a short ride, we quickly exited the highway and the real fun began! The ride up the mountain was spectacular! Adrian kept a nice pace and checked on me often (as I had not ridden in a few years). After a 45-minute winding ride up the gorgeous hillside, we arrived at the Rila Monastery. What a beautiful place with a rich history set with high mountain tops in the background. Adrian, who had a tourism degree, provided a detailed account of the amazing story of the monastery from it's beginnings to modern-day. After a few hours strolling around the grounds, we got back on the bikes and went a short way back down the mountain and enjoyed an incredible lunch at a very nice restaurant and sat right next to a beautiful river. The fresh trout was delicious! The tour then took a detour to a very nice winery and I purchased four bottles of wine to enjoy with my wife back in the States. This was a beautiful place, set in the vineyards, surrounded by flowers, with the majestic mountains off in the distance. The last leg was very nice back roads returning to Sofia. Adrian stopped a number of times to point out very interesting aspects from the Soviet era, including an enormous metals factory (miles long), and a portion of the road we were on that, was actually part of an old military runway. The tour ended nearly 10 hours after it began, back at my hotel. I left the bike and front and Adrian returned later to retrieve it. This was a very professional operation and Adrian could not have been a better guide and riding partner. What an amazing day we had! I can not wait to return to beautiful Sofia and it's amazing people and take another tour with this tremendous outfit! Adrian, as promised, provided a really cool video of our day from his 360 degree HD camera so I may revisit the wonderful experience. Well done!
6. Birdwatching and cultural heritage tour from Varna
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a one day guided tour that takes you to the west of Varna to explore a region with exceptional natural beauty, and which is also very rich in archaeological and historical monuments.The tour starts and ends in Varna, visiting the towns of Shumen and Provadia. The sites we visit include the Madara archaeological reserve- a UNESCO world heritage site, the Shumen Plateau Nature Park with Shumen fortressand the The Founders of the Bulgarian State Monument and the Ovech Fortress in Provadia. All of these sites are situated in picturesque surroundings, with exceptionally rich birdlife. Bird species that may be seen on this tour, depending on the season: Egyptian Vulture, Lesser Spotted Eagle, Long-legged Buzzard, Black Stork, White Stork, Middle Spotted Woodpecker, European Roller, European Bee-eater, Black-headed Bunting, Sombre Tit.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, use of binoculars (on request)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Entrance fees
Reviewed By Annette H
My husband and I took a 10-day birding tour in Romania with Dimiter Georgiev of Neophron. With just one other birder on the trip, the four of us traveled through the Dobrogea and up into the mountains in a comfortable SUV, which was able to handle rough tracks. We also spent 3 days birding by boat in the Danube Delta, moving past Dalmatian and Great White Pelicans, grebes, terns, and gulls. Even though it was mid-June, with migration over, and birds were almost finished raising their young, we saw 160+ species. The scenery is simply stunning. Accommodations were smaller, nicely-appointed hotels in quiet areas of towns. Each had a restaurant where we ate abundant breakfasts and dinners. Most of our rooms had a balcony overlooking the water or trees, very lovely for sitting to read or converse.
7. Kazanlak-Rose Valley-Valley of the Thracian Kings - private tour from Plovdiv
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 5 reviews
Travel through the notorious Rose Valley where the best rose oil in the world is being produced. In Kazanlak discover the unique Rose Museum and the local museum of history keeping more than 50 000 original exponents. The museum protects, examines and popularizes the entire rich historical heritage of the Kazanlak region, including all Thracian tombs and treasures from the Valley of the Thracian kings. In the same valley visit the impressive Golyama Kosmatka tomb/temple and the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site – the Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak, both from 4-5 century B.C. Finally visit the outstanding Christian Orthodox temple named Shipka Memorial Church built in memory of the Russian Turkish War of Liberation from 1877-1878.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Entrance fees to tourist sites - 9 EUR per person, Drinks, Food and drinks, Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By I2045NZelif
Kamen is a wonderful guide. We spent a full day together in a private tour to Trigrad. Kamen posseses complete mastery and is full of surprises about Bulgaria. (He's a really nice guy, too). Travelling to Plovdiv for any reason? I highly reccomend spending some time with Kamen to show you around.
8. Private city walking tour of Sofia
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 6 reviews
In this 2h walking tour, you will have the chance to get a deeper understanding over local history, traditions, and habits. Pass by the must-see city landmarks and hear interesting stories related to their past and present use, famous people they are related to, and much more.
Inclusions: Certified local tour guide
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips
Reviewed By maesa2020
Thanks to the passion and dedication of our tour guide Dessi we had an incredible walking tour around the street of Sofia. We learned a lot about the history of the city and she gave us really good recommendations and tips. Thanks again Dessi !
9. Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 26 reviews
Located only 163 kilometers from Sofia, Nis is a fantastic option to add a Serbian stamp in your passport, without checking out from your hotel in Bulgaria. Nis is the third largest city in Serbia and the birthplace of Constantine the Great, one of the most important emperors in the Roman history. Explore the intriguing history of former Yugoslavia, while having delicious authentic Serbian roshtil (grill) in the city, located on the both sides of Nisava river.
Inclusions: Driver/guide in English, All Fees and Taxes, Entrance tickets
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch
Reviewed By desimgm
Surva Festival in Pernik is a really very interesting event every year in January in this city. Everyone person, which is coming to this festival can see so many groups from different cities in Bulgaria, which are involved in the event. Go and see! It is incredible! The pics are from 29.01.2017.
10. Kazanlak Full-Day Tour from Sofia
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
Kazanlak is the center of rose-oil extraction in Bulgaria and the oil-producing rose of Kazanlak is one of the most widely recognizable Bulgarian national symbols. Kazanlak is also in the area named The Valley of the Thracian Kings, because of the concentration of noble tombs, one of which is an UNESCO site. See sites that date back to the prehistoric era, and experience this hidden treasure of Bulgaria.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide in English, Hotel pickup, Hotel Drop off
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By desimgm
Surva Festival in Pernik is a really very interesting event every year in January in this city. Everyone person, which is coming to this festival can see so many groups from different cities in Bulgaria, which are involved in the event. Go and see! It is incredible! The pics are from 29.01.2017.
