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Private tour in Sofia Kamen R

Sofia to Plovdiv with Thracian Sanctuary or Rila / Bachkovo Monastery or Assen's Fortess

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Kamen R.

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Hi and welcome! I've been exploring Bulgaria for decades. I started out as a toddler and carried out ever since. I began guiding over 20 years ago. I love sharing my passion for the country, its culture and nature with others. With me, you can combine sightseeing with hiking, cave exploration with birding, wine tasting with historical sites. Tours are customized to fit easy, moderate, and high activity levels as well as particular areas of interest (general sightseeing, cultural sites, hiking, mountain views, birding, kayaking and mountain biking). By booking with me you support preservation of cultural and natural heritage, healthy urban environment. You also get a discount at my photography website, where you can buy or send as present quality images from Bulgaria as wall art, mugs, etc. Credentials: Ecology MSc, Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski". Caving Certificate, Bulgarian Caving Federation. Advanced Techniques in Caving, Bulgarian Caving Federation. Hi CPR Certificate / Berks County Red Cross, USA First Aid Certificate / Berks County Red Cross, USA Paragliding Certificate Assistant-editor Raptor Watch: A global directory to Raptor Migration Sites Restrictions: No None.

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Overview of your Sofia tour

The tour will focus on key religious, archaeological, historical and cultural sites in Plovdiv, the artistic quarter of Plovdiv, and others. We will optimize our short stay in Bulgaria by staying one night in night in Plovdiv. In between the two cities, there are other additional cites of interest - Roman and Thracian. While driving we will also have time to discuss the role Bulgaria played during WW2 and other issues of interest.

Your Sofia tour itinerary

Day 1. We will depart towards Plovdiv (with the option to visit a Roman fortress and / or a Thracian sanctuary with ancient wine producing gear). We will check -in at our Plovdiv base, and spend the rest of the day in the charming old town with its cobbly streets, old houses, the Roman theatre (operational), art galleries and more. Evenings in the old town are amazing. Day 2. Depending on our start time, we may have some more time to enjoy more of Plovdiv in the morning, after which we will visit either Assen's fortress and go winetasting, or we will visit the Rila or Bachkovo Monastery. Return to Sofia in the evening

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Other

We will use an air-conditioned clean vehicle. Number of seats will reflect the number of participants, leaving some extra space for more comfort or to have your camera by your side.

What's included
Other: All ground transportation - vehicle, gasoline and driving, guiding and translation
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Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. Admission fees, where applicable Food Accommodation - there are charming apartments, gust houses and small hotels in Plovdiv. There are also large hotels, hostels. I can help you select a place that suits you best.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Dragalevtsi Square is located in the center of Dragalevtsi (former village, now part of Sofia). The exact meeting point is by the drinking water fountain at the lower end of the square.

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
City Highlights
History
Layover
Architecture
Tour reference number
659460
Languages
English
Activity level
Light

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Who is this private tour in Sofia best suited for?

This private tour is ideal for travellers interested in exploring key cultural, religious, and historical sites in Bulgaria. It's perfect for those who want to delve into the rich history of Plovdiv and Sofia, including visits to Roman and Thracian sites. With a light activity level, it's suitable for most travellers, including those who prefer a more relaxed pace. Additionally, it's a great choice for anyone looking to connect with a local guide like Kamen R. for deeper insights into the region.

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