Bulgaria · Archaeology

9-Hour Private Old Capitals of Bulgaria Tour from Veliko Tarnovo

9 Hours Round trip from town of Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Pliska Fortress, Bulgaria's first capital and ancient palace grounds
02 Walk through the ruins of Veliki Preslav, center of Bulgaria's Golden Age
03 Visit the Preslav Archaeological Museum and see royal treasures
04 Admire the UNESCO-listed Madara Horseman carved into a cliff

Step back in time on this private "Old Capitals of Bulgaria" tour from Veliko Tarnovo. Explore the impressive ruins of Pliska, the first Bulgarian capital, and admire the iconic Madara Horseman, a UNESCO World Heritage Site carved into a cliff. Continue to Veliki Preslav, the cultural center of Bulgaria's Golden Age, where you will visit its archaeological museum and see remarkable artifacts. You will also have free time in Preslav for lunch or a walk, with a stop at the Aviation Park in Omurtag on the way back.

Explore the impressive ruins of Pliska, the first Bulgarian capital, and admire the iconic Madara Horseman, a UNESCO World Heritage Site carved into a cliff.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Veliko Tarnovo, Pliska, Veliki Preslav, Madara

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Pliska, Madara Horseman, Veliki Preslav and Omurtag

Visit the Pliska Museum of National History and Archaeology.
See the Madara Horseman.
Explore the Veliki Preslav National Historical and Archaeological Reserve and Museum.
Enjoy free time in Veliki Preslav.
Stop at the Aerospace Park in Omurtag.