Overview
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.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
From the car park in front of La Cattedrale restaurant, at the south-east corner of Alexander Nevski Square
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
• Wear comfortable shoes for walking on cobble streets
• Recommended to bring sun lotion, sun glasses and hat
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Minimum age is 6 years
What to expect
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St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Departure at 07:00 from the parking behind the main entrance of Alexander Nevski Cathedral, in front of LaCattedrale restaurant.
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Veliko Tarnovo
3 hours
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. -
1 hour
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.
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St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
1 hour
Arrival back at the starting point of the tour at approximately 19:30
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Sofia).
Additional Information
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
FAQs about Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Small-Group Day Trip from Sofia
Can I cancel Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Small-Group Day Trip from Sofia for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 11 hours.
Where does it start?
From the car park in front of La Cattedrale restaurant, at the south-east corner of Alexander Nevski Square
What's included?
- Professional guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Which places does it visit?
It visits St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Veliko Tarnovo.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
The minimum age is 6 years.
Operated by Traventuria
