Visit ¨the City of Tsars¨ with the most impressive medieval fortress in Bulgaria.
Take the advantage of this small-group tour with free hotel pickup.
Take the advantage of this small-group tour with free hotel pickup.
- Sofia: Travel time from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
- Tsarevets: The Second Bulgarian Empire's primary fortress with remains of the royal palace, more than 400 houses and 18 churches. Climb to the Baldwin's Tower and The Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of the Lord.
- Samovodska Charshiya Complex: The old market street of the town with craft and gift shops
- Veliko Tarnovo: Lunch time/free time
- Monument To The Assen Dynasty: The Asenevtsi monument was erected in memory of the four Bulgarian kings from the Asen dynasty who started an uprising against the Byzantine empire and proclaimed Bulgaria's independence.
- Arbanasi: The village was once home to rich traders and craftsmen. Nowadays it is architectural and museum complex where you can see houses that are typical representatives of the monumental architectural style that developed here over the last 3-4 centuries.
- Arbanasi: Travel time from Arbanasi to Sofia
Included
- Transport with minivan or car
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Licensed English-speaking guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Entrance fee to Tsarevets fortress - 8 Euro
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- To reach the highest part of the fortress travelers need to climb stairs
