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Private tour in Sofia Philip S
Highlights of Bulgaria
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Dear travelers, It is my pleasure that you are reviewing my profile and tours. I am a licensed tour guide, graduated in International Tourism - MBA. I am also a member of the Association of Bulgarian Tour Guides. Since 2002 I have gained the experience of creating tailor made itineraries and/or routes, professionally organize and do individual tours around Bulgaria, acting both as a driver and a tour guide. In the same time a am a proud father of two young boys, who, hopefully I will be able to show the world once they are grown up enough :) My services include guiding - giving the travelers rich historical and cultural information about the whole of Bulgaria, driving - providing airport transfers, as well as transfers to Bulgaria neighboring countries - Bucharest (Romania), Edirne, Istanbul (Turkey), Thessaloniki (Greece), Skopje, Ohrid (Republic of Macedonia - F. Y. R. O. M) Belgrade (Serbia) By choosing a personal tour guide you are actually choosing to have personal service, caring attitude and to receive up-to-date information about the daily life - a review over the economics, arts, education and health care in Bulgaria. I can also provide interpreting and translating services having more than 10 years experience. Licensed tour guide, licence #00384, issued by Ministry of Tourism of Republic of Bulgaria. Masters degree in International Tourism - University for National and World Economy - Sofia
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Overview of your Sofia tour
This itinerary offers a cultural and historical journey through Bulgaria, starting in Sofia, where you'll explore iconic landmarks like St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Banya Bashi Mosque, and Boyana Church. After visiting the World Heritage sites of Rila Monastery and Boyana Church, you'll head to Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s second-largest city, to experience its ancient theatre, vibrant Old Town, and the artistic Kapana district. The trip continues to Veliko Tarnovo, with a stop at the Kazanlak Thracian Tomb and exploration of the Tzarevetz Hill citadel. On the final day, you'll visit the village of Arbanassi and the Saeva Dupka Cave before returning to Sofia for a farewell dinner. The trip concludes with a transfer to the airport.
Your Sofia tour itinerary
Day 1: Sofia City Exploration - Classic Sofia city walk: King Liberator Monument, St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral, St. Sophia basilica, Russian Church, Rotunda Church of St. George, Banya Bashi mosque, etc. - Lunch. - Travel to Boyana Church and Rila Monastery (UNESCO). - Return to Sofia for dinner. Overnight in Sofia. Day 2: Plovdiv - Depart for Plovdiv (2 hrs.) - City walking tour: Old Town, Ancient Theatre (1st century AD), St. Constantine & Elena Church, house-museum, Roman stadium. - Lunch. - Free time. Overnight in Plovdiv. Day 3: Veliko Tarnovo - Travel to Veliko Tarnovo via the Valley of the Roses. - Visit Kazanlak Thracian Tomb and Nativity of Christ Church. - Explore Tzarevetz Hill fort. - Dinner at a local restaurant/wine tasting. Overnight. Day 4: Arbanassi & Saeva Dupka Cave - Visit Arbanassi village (17-18th century merchants' village). - Drive to Sofia, en-route - Saeva Dupka Cave for natural formations. - Return to Sofia for dinner. Overnight in Sofia. Day 5: Departure
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van
A passenger car or a small van.
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Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria
For you I will provide extra airport transfer at your arrival!
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