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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Enjoy a great day trip to the medieval Bulgarian capital- Veliko Tarnovo. Discover its spectacular heritage and beautiful nature. Spent the afternoon in the small village of Arbanasi, famous for its old stone houses and great places for lunch.
Most times the trips are done with eco friendly cars - with cng engine or electro mobiles, so that we can help fighting the air polution.
sightseeing tour in Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi
hotel pick up and drop off
transportation with a comfortable A/C car
professional driver- guide
entrance tickets (if present)
food & personal expenses
Gratuities
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Hotel/ address pick up at 8am. -please indicate it.
Tsarevets, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria The tour starts at 8am when the guide will take you from your hotel in Sofia. The travelling to Veliko Tarnovo is about 3 hours. This town was the Bulgarian capital during the so called Second Bulgarian Kingdom between the 12th and the 14th century. There you will be able to feel the medieval spirit. Veliko Tarnovo is situated along several big hills and the river Yantra. It is remarkable for its well preserved fortress. There you will be able to discover some of its very old churches and see beautiful panoramic views.
Bellow the fortress are situated some of the old merchant streets, which still present old- style crafts. The tour in the town is about hour and a half. After that, you will head to the nearby small village of Arbanasi, an architectural resort, famous for its old stone houses and great places for lunch.
The expected return in Sofia is about 7pm. 240 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Andrew F
22 Apr 2024
This wasn’t supposed to be a private tour, but the other people canceled! It was a great day, and my guide Zhivko made it even better. As a history teacher, he could put everything we saw in context. Not only the history of the place, but also how they restored it. Definitely worth the long drive from Sofia!
Yoko_C
15 Apr 2024
Both Veliko and Arbanasi were very beautiful towns. Although it was a long trek, it was a lovely day away from Sofia. Our driver Zhivkov was very helpful, tried his best to make our journey as fun and comfortable as he could. Highly recommend this tour.
LOURDES_B
26 Feb 2024
Visita fortaleza Veliko Tárnovo
Falta promocionar la Iglesia de la Natividad de Arbanasi porque es impresionante
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