Itinerary

1. Day 1: Bachkovo Monastery & Plovdiv

   • Meet your local tour guide in Sofia for pick-up and transfer to Plovdiv.

   • Begin with a strong dose of history with a stop at the Bachkovo Monastery. This ancient monastery is from the Revival period (18th-19th century).

   • Sightsee houses and other Roman buildings in Old Town of Plovdiv.

   • Enjoy a city walk in the modern area of this city and look at local restaurants, cafes, bars and parks.

   • Stay in a wonderful Renaissance-style hotel in the old town of Plovdiv.

2. Day 2: Kazanlak

   • Head north to the Rose Valley of Kazanlak for some scenic valley views. 

   • Visit Kazanlak Thracian tomb (heritage site), Goliama Kosmatka Seuthus 3rd Thracian Temple and Shipka Memorial Church.

   • Continue on to the Balkan range via the Shipka pass which used to be a historical place during the Russian-Turkish Liberation war. Engage in some gorgeous scenery here. This will be followed by a stop at Dryanovo Monastery.

   • Visit Etara (optional) if your group is energetic or if you decide to skip one of the Thracian tombs. 

   • Stay overnight in a beautiful authentic hotel at Veliko Tarnovo. 

3. Day 3: Veliko Tarnovo

   • Enjoy a delightful breakfast in the family hotel at Veliko Tarnovo.

   • Begin the climb to see fortress style construction of houses at Arbanassi village. At this village, you can also learn about local histories. 

   • Visit the local churches including the Nativity Church and St. Archangels Michael and Gabriel's church to see some amazing church frescoes. An unforgettable Sound and Light performance over the fortress is optional upon availability.

   • Begin the 3-hour journey back to Sofia. 

   • Make an optional stop at Saeva Dupka Cave, if possible (entrance fees extra).