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From Sofia: Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi

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Activity provider: Zelanos Tours
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    From Sofia: Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi

    Activity provider: Zelanos Tours

    4.4

    5 reviews

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    From US$ 124.89 US$ 99.91 per person

    On this full-day tour from Sofia, discover the fascinating medieval city of Veliko Tarnavo (the capital of the second Bulgarian Empire) and the picturesque village of Arbanasi.

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    Duration 10 hours
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    Live tour guide
    English
    Pickup included
    Pickup from any address in Sofia.
    Small group
    Limited to 15 participants

    Experience

    Highlights
    • Discover the beautiful city of Veliko Tarnavo
    • Explore the picturesque village of Arbanasi
    • Learn about Bulgaria's fascinating history on two guided tours
    Full description
    Your tour begins with collection from your hotel in Sofia, from where you will be driven first to Arbanasi (around 2.5-3 hours). Here you will enjoy a 1.5 hour tour of this picturesque village, known for its rich history and large number of historical monuments, such as 17th and 18th century churches and examples of Bulgarian National Revival architecture, which have turned the village into a popular tourist destination. Next there will be a short transfer to the city of Veliko Tarnavo, where you will have lunch before enjoying a 2-hour tour. This picturesque capital of the second Bulgarian Empire is situated on the northern slopes of the Balkan mountain range in the central part of the country, 220 kilometers from Sofia. During your tour of the old town, you will see the Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God and many other highlights. Afterwards, you will be returned to Sofia.
    Includes
    • All tour assistance
    • All transfers
    • Guide
    • Entrance fees
    • Lunch
    • Beverages
    • Gratuities for the guide and driver
    Not suitable for
    • People with mobility impairments

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    • Transportation
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    • Service
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    Maria was amazing. She is very knowledgeable and courteous . The town is absolutely gorgeous . I suggest at least two days to get to see everything .

    June 25, 2022

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    Although it took a few hours to travel to the locations and back, it was nice to see a different part of Bulgaria that wasn't the city of Sofia. The guide Maria was very friendly and knowledgeable as well.

    November 7, 2021

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    La actividad está bien, pero muy corta en relación a las horas necesarias para trasladarse

    September 21, 2021

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