A tour in the very center of Eastern Europe, where the influences of Orient & Occident came together, where the people from North & South defied each other before they lived together.
Bulgaria, lies in the Balkans and in spite of its small size was an important cross- road for many civilizations: the Trachians whose burial sites were discovered in the last decades; then, the Greeks, the Romans, the Slavs, the Byzantines and especially, the Ottomans who dominated the country before being excluded by the Russian Armies. Discover the Bulgarian culture, with its many influences:the richly painted monasteries; the traditional peasant homes in the middle of nature; the castle fortresses and their medieval centers; the icons and iconostases of Orthodox churches; the treasure of Tracian graves...
Bulgaria is an authentic and pure country which has not yet been affected by an overcrowded tourism.
DAY 1
Receiving the group at the Bulgarian border. Departure to Soa. A short tour of Soa including Al. Newski Cathedral and others depending on the available time. Accommodation at a 4* Hotel. Dinner.
DAY 2
After breakfast, visit of Soa and departure to Rila Monastery. Short visit of the monastery and departing to Melnik. Visit of the small picturesque town and a short wine tasting of this area known for its red grapes. Dinner in a pleasant tavern at Melnik. Departure back to Sandanski. Overnight in a 4* Hotel.
DAY 3
Veliko Tarnovo – visit to Zarevez Hill. Departure to the open air Etara Museum – visit of the museum. Departure to Kazanlak through the Schipka Pass. Dinner and overnight in a Kazanlak Hotel.
DAY 4
In the morning visit of Veliko Turnovo. Departure to Arbanassi. Visit to the Christ’s Birth’s Church. Dinner at a restaurant of Arbanassi - Bulgarian specialties. Overnight.
DAY 5
Departure to Varna. On the way visit to the Madara. Accommodation downtown at a 4* Hotel. Visit to the Roman thermal spa. Dinner and overnight in the Hotel.
DAY 6
Breakfast. Departure to Durankulak.
• Accommodation in 3* and 4* hotels;
• Half board
• 3* Bus
• Professional guide
• Entrance fees to museums, castles and monsteries.
1. This tour requires a group of a minimum of 20 guests.
2. This program can be changed upon request.
3. Different packages are available - we customize any tour to meet all demands.
4. For further information please contact: Cultural Romtour ofce@culturalromtour.ro
