Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Small-Group Day Trip from Sofia

4.5
(13 reviews)

11 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 5 more

Embark on this full-day small-group tour of Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi with a professional guide. You will get to discover the way of life of Bulgarian merchants and craftsmen as well as experience scenic architectural reserves. Minimum age for this tour is 6 years old.  

What's Included

Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Entrance fees to the tourist sites (approx. 40 BGN/20 EUR)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is next to the Vasil Levski Monument, in front of the Embassy of Slovakia.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours (approximately)
  • Vasil Levski Monument (Pass by)

    Departure at 07:00 from the meeting point

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    Veliko Tarnovo

    Veliko Tyrnovo is a trap, which will teleport you back in time, to make you a spectator of the rise and fall of the mighty capital of the Second Bulgarian kingdom (12-14 century). By walking on the winding cobble streets, you will learn and feel how its proud population lived under the Turkish oppression, developing fabulous architectural masterpieces and established cohesive and powerful craftsmen’s guild. The legends and stories, the interesting history and picturesque location of Arbanassi and Veliko Tyrnovo had gained them numerous fanatical admirers in Bulgaria and abroad, making the region a top tourist attraction on the Balkans. The tour includes the most important sights: Tsarevets architectural and museum reserve (medieval stronghold), Samovodskata charshia (lively craftmen’s street), Assens’ monument.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The museum village of Arbanassi – famous for its 17th and 18th architecture and the unique Church of the Nativity of Christ, with well-preserved murals depicting over 2000 Old and New Testament scenes.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • Vasil Levski Monument (Pass by)

    Arrival back at the starting point of the tour at approximately 19:30

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wear comfortable shoes for walking on cobbled streets
  • It is recommended that you bring sun lotion, sun glasses and a hat
  • Minimum age is 6 years
Supplied by Traventuria

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Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Additional fees
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Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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