8 Days, 7 Overnights

Sofia – Sofia, Bourgas – Bourgas, Varna – Varna

Quotations:

Duration in days/overnights: 8 Days/7 Overnights

From/To:

Sofia – Sofia, Bourgas – Bourgas, Varna – Varna

Transportation: bus, AC

Accommodation: 3- and 4-star hotels

Meals: Halfboard – breakfast & dinner included.

Tour Overview: 

This tour highlights the Bulgaria’s capital cities – Sofia, the modern capital, Veliko Turnovo – the medieaval capital, Plovdiv – the rival of Sofia. Bulgaria’s dramatic history and heritage left by the Thracians and Byzantines is well demonstrated. Being so close to Istanbul it is a “must” visiting this cosmopolitan city uniquely situated on two continents and displaying great contrasts in cultures and religions.

Sightseeing:

Sofia

Veliko Turnovo

Arbanassi

Dryanovo Monastery

Etura Museum

Shipka

Plovdiv

Istanbul

Nessebur

Kazanlak

Special Interests/Activities: 

Byzantine history

Religion – Orthodox & Muslim

Ottoman heritage

Folklore and traditions

Difficulty Grade: 

Extensive walking on uneven terrain is involved.

Not accessible by wheelchairs.

Recommended Period: 

May – June, September – October. 

Notes: Order of visits may vary.

This tour program is subject to changes in timings and itinerary.