Private tour in Sofia Kiril P

Sofia walking tour - feel the past to understand the present!

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Kiril P.

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Hello dear travelers. My name is Kiril. I am Bulgarian and I live in Sofia, licensed by the Ministry of Tourism of Bulgaria as a tour guide. I worked in the corporate world for more than 20 years, living in different countries and visiting many countries, as a tourist, thus I have a good idea what is needed from a tour guide. I have combined all my 20+ years of personal experience to provide the best service you may get. Bulgaria is not only one of the oldest countries in Europe, but also one of the cradles of the humankind. A land with mysteries starting 6000 years B. C. with discovered villages from the Neolithic times, inhabited by the Thracians for almost 3000 years, famous with their love to the wine, loved by the Slavs and the Greeks, conquered by the Romans, who left behind a lot of knowledge how to build buildings and roads , but also how to use the numerous hot mineral water springs for the famous Roman baths. A land which accommodated the proto- Bulgarians and their mighty kingdom, neighboring one of the greatest empires in the world for a thousand years - Byzantium. A land which was occupied by the Ottoman empire for 500 hundred years and a nation which resurrected again to survive through the communism to nowadays. And all these different tribes and empires , they came with their own religion and culture, so that we have the pleasure today to enjoy this extremely diverse heritage. I don't know how many countries or cities in Europe may count so many different invasions. If you are looking for a tailored tour based on your interests, come and let's explore this amazing country together. We shall walk and talk, not only about what we see, but also about what happened in the past and how this impacted the life today. I can offer city tours with a deep dive in history, religion, traditions or across country with hiking and feeling the energy of the ancient shrines. There are monasteries to be seen, caves to get in, peaks to climb , lakes to contemplate, stories to be told. I can pick you up from wherever you like - hotel, airport…. . and start the journey . We can do one day trips or multiple days. We can design together what we want to see and what to learn. But you also have to be prepared to solve the riddles at the end of the tour, which will go with small rewards for this who listened carefully. Last, but not least I may share with you my love with cooking, so I can cook for you in a small family restaurant where you will also learn how to cook traditional Bulgarian dish which we shall eat at the end. Looking forward to meet you! Tour guide license E-01338 issued by the Ministry of Tourism of Bulgaria Driving license since 1989 For walking city tours I can service groups of up to 10 people, while other tours requiring transportation I can service up to 4 people.

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Overview of your Sofia tour

Sofia - one of the oldest cities in Europe, founded more than 4000 years ago, it always attracted different civilizations due to its strategic location. 6000 years ago Neolithic people were settled. Greeks, led by Alexander the Great and his father ruled the lands around inhabited by the Thracians, the great masters of wine 3000 years ago. Conquered by the Romans , who knew well how to use the numerous hot mineral springs, the city flourished as a part of the Roman empire, Byzantium empire, and the mighty First and Second Bulgarian Kingdoms. 500 dark years of the Ottoman ruling the city continued to play an important role. How the city survived so many different invasions and civilizations? How these events impacted the culture? Who are the people living in this city - Bulgarians, Greeks, Turks, Jewish? Why the city was bombed during the World War 2, what are the consequences of the communist regime? These are only a few topics we shall discuss during our tour.

Recent Reviews

Mara N.United States
June 2026

We so enjoyed our walking tour with Kiril, and learned so much. He is an excellent tour guide; very knowledgable about so many aspects of Sofia (and Bulgarian) history, culture, and important events. He was passionate about explaining all we were seeing, listened very attentively to questions, gave clear answers, and told memorable stories about people and places. Plus, he has a delightful sense of humor, and it was pleasure spending a morning together. We would give him 6 stars if possible, and highly recommend booking a Sofia walking tour with Kiril!

Wim D.Netherlands
May 2026

Op een rustige en deskundige wijze werden we langs de historische highlights van Sofia geleid. Veel achtergrond info. Een aanrader.

Nelly V.Canada
August 2025

We enjoyed our tour very much. Kiril is very knowledgeable and, most importantly, passionate about the history of Sofia and Bulgaria. We learned so much! Thanks to Kiril's explanations, our perception of Sofia has changed from skeptical and favorable. We were able to touch the beauty and the soul of the city. Many thanks!

Donald K.
May 2025

Kiril is a delight. If you are looking to learn the history of Sofia with an insiders perspective and delivered through master storytelling KIRIL is the guide for you. His English is excellent. His voice is deep and easy to understand. And his sense of humor ads delight to every stop. We consider his guiding a highlight for our Sofia stay. On our next day, he guided us to the RILA monastery. The entire day was filled with stories. Don and Molly

Uli K.United Kingdom
October 2022

Kiril is s fantastic guide! Not only does he know his subject but his delivery is extremely helpful for anyone who likes to understand more about Bulgarian history! He went out of his way to answer all my questions and improved my understanding of the city of Sofia by miles…Big thank you for your efforts, Kirill!

Your Sofia tour itinerary

We start from a point convenient for you. Your hotel, airport or any other preferred meeting point. The tour will last 3-4 hours, depending on our pace and discussion points. - We shall see most of the important buildings in the city, trying to cover them with a certain chronology, covering the key topics of the history starting with Thracians, Slavs, Romans, Proto-Bulgarians, Ottomans till today. - We shall feel the spirit of the architecture of the city by learning who was here and what has been done. - We shall definitely try from the living water of the natural springs. This tour does not include entries into different museums or churches, as the proposed length does not allow. The tour can be customized upon request

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This is a walking tour. In case if you need a transfer I will be glad to make a customized tour for you, please contact me for details

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. "St. Al.Nevsky" cathedral photo permission 10 BGN, video 20 BGN Church "St. Sofia " underground - 4 BGN
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

20 ploshtad "Sveta Nedelya", Sofia, Sofia City Province, 1000, Bulgaria

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: A meeting point place at "Saint Nedelya" plaza

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Architecture
Tour reference number
759024
Languages
English
Bulgarian
Russian
Activity level
Minimal

Traveller reviews

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This private tour in Sofia is perfect for history enthusiasts and travellers interested in exploring the rich cultural heritage of one of Europe's oldest cities. You'll delve into the city's past, from the Thracians to the Ottoman Empire, and discuss its evolution through various civilizations. It's also ideal for those who want to connect with a local guide, Kiril P., for deeper insights.

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