8-Day Cultural Journey through Sofia Plovdiv Veliko Tarnovo and Rose Valley
Highlights
Sofia, Plovdiv, Shumen, Kazanlyk
Locations Covered
Sofia, Plovdiv, Shumen, Kazanlyk
photography, sightseeing, walking
Group Tour
8 Days
Easy
English
Description
Unlock Bulgaria’s richest cultural treasures on an immersive 8-day journey from Sofia to Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo, and the Rose Valley. Explore ancient Thracian tombs, UNESCO-listed landmarks, medieval fortresses, and vibrant old towns while uncovering centuries of history, tasting authentic local cuisine, and experiencing breathtaking mountain and valley landscapes at every stop. Travel deeper into Bulgaria’s heritage with expertly guided tours, iconic sites, and unforgettable cultural encounters throughout the journey.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Sofia – City Tour
- Arrive in Sofia and meet the team at the airport or designated meeting point.
Transfer to the hotel and complete check-in.
Enjoy free time to relax.
Visit St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and learn about its significance.
Explore Rotunda Saint George, dating back to the 4th century.
Discover the Ancient Serdica archaeological complex.
Enjoy lunch at a thematic restaurant.
Visit the National Institute of Archaeology and explore ancient artifacts.
Return to the hotel for dinner and relaxation.
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Day 2: Sofia – Plovdiv – Asen’s Fortress – Bachkovo Monastery – Plovdiv
- Depart from Sofia after breakfast and travel to Plovdiv.
Check in at the hotel and enjoy free time.
Explore Plovdiv on a guided sightseeing tour.
Visit the Ancient Forum and Odeon.
Discover the Ancient Roman Stadium.
Explore the Old Town and the Ancient Theatre.
Visit the Regional Ethnographic Museum.
Walk through Nebet Tepe and Kapana District.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant.
Visit Asen’s Fortress in the Rhodope Mountains.
Explore Bachkovo Monastery and learn about Bulgarian heritage.
Return to Plovdiv for dinner and an overnight stay.
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Day 3: Plovdiv – Haskovo – Shumen
- Depart after breakfast toward Haskovo.
Visit the Monument of the Holy Mother of God.
Explore the Alexandrovo Tomb and Thracian Art Museum.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant.
Transfer to Shumen.
Check in at the hotel and relax.
Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
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Day 4: Shumen – Madara Rider – Veliko Tarnovo
- Continue the journey after breakfast.
Visit the Monument to 1300 Years of Bulgaria in Shumen.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant.
Discover the Madara Rider, a UNESCO-listed rock relief.
Transfer to Veliko Tarnovo.
Check in at the hotel and relax.
Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
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Day 5: Veliko Tarnovo – Arbanasi – Kazanlak
- Explore Veliko Tarnovo after breakfast.
Visit Tsarevets Fortress.
Discover the village of Arbanasi and its historic architecture.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant.
Transfer to Kazanlak.
Check in at the hotel and relax.
Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
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Day 6: Kazanlak – Seuthes III Tomb – Damascena – Sofia
- Explore Kazanlak and the Rose Valley after breakfast.
Visit the Kazanlak Thracian Tomb.
Discover the Tomb of Seuthes III.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant.
Visit the Damascena Complex and learn about rose oil production.
Transfer to Sofia.
Check in at the hotel and relax.
Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
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Day 7: Sofia – Rila Monastery – Stob Pyramids – Sofia
- Depart after breakfast for Rila Monastery.
Visit Rila Monastery and explore its cultural significance.
Enjoy lunch at a traditional restaurant.
Visit the Stob Pyramids.
Return to Sofia.
Enjoy dinner and relax at the hotel.
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Day 8: Sofia – Departure
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
Check out of the hotel.
Transfer to the airport or arranged drop-off point.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a group tour |
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