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Veliko Tarnovo Day Trips from Sofia

New To The Site! Sofia, Bulgaria

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10 to 11 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Embark on an exciting one-day trip from Sofia to the charming town of Veliko Tarnovo, the historic capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire. Visit the majestic Tsarevets Fortress, a medieval stronghold that has proudly stood since the 12th century
Your journey begins early in the morning from St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and follows a scenic road at the foot of the Balkan Mountains. An English-speaking driver-guide will comfortably take you to Veliko Tarnovo. Despite the three-hour transfer from Sofia, the breathtaking landscapes and rich history make this journey well worth it.
Upon arrival, the guide will distribute audio guides and headphones to you.
The guide will accompany you throughout the entire walking tour of Veliko Tarnovo. He will raise a sign with the number of the site, and you will enter this number into the audio guide. The audio guide will share interesting and little-known facts about these places in your preferred language.

What's Included

  • Audio guide for 3 museums: Tsarevets, Church, Museum Prison
  • Parking Fees
  • Transport by a modern air-conditioned bus
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance tickets to museums. Optional visit
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Old City Center
1000 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

ul. "Sveti Kliment Ohridski" 41

Church St. Peter and Paul
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shishman's bath

"Shishman's bath"
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vladishki bridge

"Vladishki bridge"
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Holy Forty Martyrs Church

Church-museum "Holy Forty Martyrs"
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tsarevets Fortress

Tsarevets
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Regional History Museum

Museum of the Bulgarian Revival and Constituent Assembly
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museum "Prison"

Museum "Prison"
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Khan Hadji Nikoli Gallery Museum

An ancient house of a local wealthy merchant.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monkey House

The famous house of local architect Kolyu Ficheto. The history of this home will make you smile, we promise.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monument to the Assen Dynasty

Monument of Assenevtsi
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Stambolov Bridge

Stambolov bridge
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Samovodska charshia market

architectural and ethnographic complex
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monument of Mother Bulgaria

Monument "Mother Bulgaria"
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Veliko Tarnovo

After the excursion you will have 1.5 -2 hours of free time. You can dine at one of the many local restaurants and enjoy famous Bulgarian dishes.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Veliko Tarnovo Day Trips from Sofia?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Audio guide for 3 museums: Tsarevets, Church, Museum Prison
  • Parking Fees
  • Transport by a modern air-conditioned bus
  • Audio guide in 7 languages: ENG | ES | IT | RU | BG | DE | RO |
  • English speaking guide-driver
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance tickets to museums. Optional visit

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).

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