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Things to do in Stara Zagora Province, Bulgaria: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
Coordinates: 42°25′N 25°30′E / 42.417°N 25.500°E / 42.417; 25.500
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1. The Valley of the Roses and Koprivshtitsa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
It is a little known fact that over 60% of the worlds rose oil is produced in a few Bulgarian small valleys tucked between impressive mountain ranges. This is an exciting full day trip that will take you to a fairytale scenery of fields of roses, lavender and sunflowers towered by the rugged peaks of the Balkan Mountain. There your local guide will be revealing the secrets and splendour of the Bulgarian rose oil production at a renowned distillery. Later you will be visiting also visiting the elegant Russian style church of the Nativity and if time allows to the Shipka peak for great panoramic views. The famous Thracian tomb of Kazanluk (UNESCO) dating back from 4th century BC is also on your list of the Valley of Roses wonders list. On the way back the ride will be on a different road with completely different views to gaze at. Your English-speaking driver will stop you for a short break in Koprvishtitsa, a small town showcasing in the best way the Bulgarian Renaissance architecture.
Inclusions: Local guide in Kazanlak and Valley of the Roses, English-speaking Driver, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance fee for Ethnographic Complex "Damascena", Entrance fee for a UNESCO Thracian tomb
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 ????✅
2. Private VIP Access Rose Festival Kazanlak
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
The first festival took place more than 100 years ago, in 1903. Today the Rose Festival is an international event, visited and enjoyed by thousands of tourists and guests of Kazanlak. Enjoy VIP access to the Festival of Rose this year! Choose between privately-guided and self-guided option. The Festival takes place in the last weekend of May every year.
Inclusions: Professional guide (if the privately-guided option is chosen), VIP access, Bottled water, Choose between privately-guided and self-guided option
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Overnights (could be arranged), Insurance, Personal expenses
Reviewed By atharyn7
All local our guides were very friendly and very kind. The manager Hristo made everything easy for us. Definitely recommend booking with them.
3. Communist day tour - Landmarks of the Iron curtain
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
In this one day tour, you will have the chance to get acquainted with the communist period (socialistic period) in Bulgaria. The socialistic republic of Bulgaria existed from 1946 until 1989. This is one of the most controversial parts of modern history. But one thing is for sure - like any other political system, communism (socialism) bequeathed us both things that we would like to forget and others that we can admire.
Inclusions: Local taxes, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
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!
4. Valley of the Thracian Kings, Hidden Treasures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
During this day tour you will have the chance to learn more about the mysterious Thracians, best known for the mythical hero Orpheus (ancient musician and thinker), Spartacus (Roman slave and gladiator, and leader of the famous slave revolt), as well as for the oldest golden treasure in the world. We will visit 5 of the masterpieces of the Thracian burial architecture, one of which UNESCO site, as well as the History Museum in Kazanlak. During our day of Thracian heritage exploration, we will have the chance to admire the picturesque landscape, which obviously was highly valued by the Thracians as well.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Entrance fees
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!
5. Bulgaria: Buzludzha Monument, Tsarevets Fortress and Veliko Tarnavo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
This is a private tour from Bucharest to Bulgaria. After pick-up you from your place, we will go to the border to pass in Bulgaria. There you will visit: - Tsarevets Fortress - a medieval stronghold located on a hill with the same name in Veliko Tarnovo in northern Bulgaria. - The Memorial House of the Bulgarian Communist Party sits on Buzludzha Peak, high up in the mountains of Bulgaria. It was opened in 1981, as a citizen-funded tribute to the socialist movement in Bulgaria – but since the country's transition to democracy it has lain abandoned. This is an 585 km trip - 10 hours drive.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, We offer flexibility around the pace and itinerary
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By HappyJamaicaWanderer
I booked this within 2 hours of the start of the tour on my last day in Belgrade and it was absolutely worth it. My guide was exceptionally knowledgeable and thorough. He even took me to the airport at the end so that I could catch my flight. You know it was a good tour when you feel like you’re leaving the city too soon.
6. Veliko Tarnovo - Arbanassi - Shipka Memorial Church - private tour from Plovdiv
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 3 reviews
Explore the picturesque Veliko Turnovo, the capital of the Second Bulgarian Kingdom, boasting of many historical monuments including the imposing medieval fortress Tsarevets and the nearby Arbanassi - one of Bulgaria's most remarkable historic villages.
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour
Exclusions: Entrance fees: Tsarevets Fortress (3 EUR) - optional, Church of the Nativity of Christ entrance fee (3 EUR), Konstantsalieva house entrance fee (3 EUR), 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.
7. 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.
8. Rose Festival 2020
Overall Ratings
2.3 based on 3 reviews
Karlovo and Kazanlak are the center of rose-oil extraction in Bulgaria and the oil-producing rose is one of the most widely recognizable national symbols. Bulgaria is the major supplier of rose oil in the world for the cosmetic industry and Kazanlak's/Karlovo's rose gardens are the largest rose gardens in the whole world. Bulgaria is one of the very few places in the entire world that can grow this particular rose (Rosa Damascena or Rose from Damascus). Based on our long-term experience, we came to the conclusion that the festival organised by the local authorities can be very touristy and sometimes not quite well organised. In 2019 we are planning a different approach with a visit of a real rose-distillery starting from their own rose and lavender fields. We hope that our own arrangement, combined of course with the local municipality activities, would bring a much better experience for our guests.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup
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.
9. Bulgaria Classical Round Tour
This is a private guided round tour with which you will see the most important historical places in Bulgaria: the capital Sofia, Rila Monastery and Boyana Church - UNESCO heritage sites, Plovdiv - the oldest existing town in Europe, Kazanlak - the heart of the Rose Valley, Veliko Tarnovo - the medieval Bulgarian capital and Koprivshtitsa - the symbol of the Bulgarian National Revival Period.
Inclusions: Professional driver- guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by an A/C car/ minivan with free Wi Fi, Hotel accommodation on BB bases in centrally located 4* hotels: 4 nights in Sofia, Hotel accommodation on BB bases in centrally located 4* hotels: 1 night in Plovdiv, Hotel accommodation on BB bases in centrally located 4* hotels: 2 nights in Veliko Tarnovo, The described guided tours
Exclusions: Lunch, dinner and other personal expenses, Entrance fees: about 20-25 euro per person for the whole trip, Gratuities (optional)
Reviewed By sara26387
its amazing trip i would like to do it again thanks for mr dimitar really nice communication thanks alot
10. Shuttle Group Day Trip to the Rose Valley
Enjoy a great day trip to the magnificent Rose Valley. Visit a traditional local rosary and learn more about the rose oil production process. The tour also includes the ancient Thracian tomb in Kazanlak- UNESCO heritage site- and the memorial church "the birth of Crist".
Inclusions: professional live guide, transportation with a comfortable minivan with free Wi Fi, trip to the Rose Valley and Kazanlak, visit to the described sites
Exclusions: food & drinks, rosary entrance fee- 5 euro, Thracian tomb entrance fee- 3 euro, Gratuities
Reviewed By sara26387
its amazing trip i would like to do it again thanks for mr dimitar really nice communication thanks alot
