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Explore Plovdiv's unique socialist-era architecture with this self-guided audio tour. Over ~1.5 hours, uncover 13 fascinating stories, from the imposing Plovdiv Central Post Office to the historic Cinema Komsomol. This tour offers the flexibility to walk at your own pace, allowing you to delve into the city's rich cultural history and architectural heritage whenever you choose. Perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, this tour reveals the fascinating design of Bulgaria’s communist past, making it an insightful addition to your visit. - Self-guided audio tour with 13 key stops in Plovdiv - Discover the stories behind notable socialist architecture - Walk at your own pace and explore on your schedule - Ideal for history lovers and those interested in urban culture

Discover the Magic of Rila Monastery – Private SUV Day Trip Experience Bulgaria’s most iconic landmark in total comfort. Travel hassle-free in a modern SUV with a welcoming local host and driver, enjoying a flexible journey tailored entirely to your pace. Ideal for couples, solo travelers, and small adult groups. Why Choose This Tour? 100% Private & Flexible: No crowded buses. Explore the monastery at your own speed. Modern SUV Comfort: Relax in a clean, high-comfort vehicle with scenic mountain views. Door-to-Door Service: Stress-free pickup and drop-off directly from your hotel in Sofia. Local Host: Enjoy friendly hospitality and authentic insights into Bulgarian culture.

Discover a lesser-known facet of Sofia during a 2.5-hour walk dedicated to the Belle Époque and Art Nouveau. Admire the elegant facades, floral motifs, eclectic architectures, and historic residences that bear witness to Sofia's transformation into a European capital. Stroll down Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard, discover the National Assembly Square and the Oborishte district, with its historic villas and diplomatic quarter. Explore Sofia's links with Paris, Milan, Turin, and Venice, as well as French and Italian influence on the young Bulgarian capital. A relaxed walk to discover another facet of Sofia, beyond its most famous monuments. * Duration: approximately 2h30 Available in French, Italian or English * Optional coffee after the walk (not included)

Discover the hidden side of Varna through its Roman ruins, churches, monuments, architecture and fascinating local stories. This relaxed 2-hour walking tour connects thousands of years of history with the living city you see today, revealing secrets and places most visitors would simply walk past.

Discover the heart of ancient Sofia at your own pace with an audio walk written by a Sofia local and narrated by a real human voice, not AI. Start at the golden domes of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, continue to the 6th-century Church of St Sofia that gave the city its name, and finish at the Rotunda of St George, a Roman-era church hidden in a courtyard among government buildings. No app to install: open the link on your phone, put your headphones in and press play. The audio pauses between stops, so you walk and listen without rushing. Allow 20 to 40 minutes, depending on your pace.

The town of Koprivshtitsa is located some 110 km southeast of Sofia. It is a 2-hour transfer along a road, which passes via small valleys and traces the southern foothills of the Balkan Mountains. Probably, the best way to understand the roots of the Bulgarian Renaissance Period is to learn more about Koprivshitsa's 19th houses with their colorful courtyards, surrounded by high stone walls and gates. The disorderly built curved and narrow cobblestone little streets and plots and the numerous stone fountains contribute to the attractiveness of the little town. Many of these houses are turned into museums, but each one has its own identity, which corresponds to the main business and the size of the family of its owner. On the way back to Sofia, you will travel through a different route, which will go through the valley of Strelcha, famous for its rose oil-yielding rose bushes, exceptionally picturesque during May and June.

Bulgaria’s biggest winter resort – Bansko offers excellent conditions for snowshoeing. Snowshoeing is an exciting way to explore Bulgaria’s picturesque nature during the winter season when the marked eco-trails in the area are usually covered with deep snow. That exciting snow activity has become widely known during the past years.

Embark on an adventure through Bulgaria's captivating Rhodope Mountains on a private tour from Plovdiv. This tour is perfect for travelers with a love for nature and adventure. Your journey takes you to picturesque villages, including Gela and Shiroka Laka, revealing the region's rich culture. Take your excursion underground to the mythical Devil's Throat Cave, then go to new heights at the Eagle Eye viewing platform.

With its mixture of Communist architecture, contemporary city life, and neoclassical charm, Sofia offers a great location to perfect your photography—not least because some of the best views are uncrowded. This private tour lets your instructor focus exclusively on your group, teaching you everything from managing manual camera settings to honing composition, controlling light, and using your creativity in post-processing.

Join a Local Expert for a two-hour exclusive journey through Sofia's architecture, a can't-miss experience where historic heritage meets modern design, and every building tells a story of style and time. • Enjoy a private and intimate tour, exclusively for your group. • Discover Sofia’s iconic architecture with the guidance of a Local Expert. • Uncover how St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral has shaped Sofia's skyline. • Experience a personalised tour, tailored to your interests. • Get curated recommendations for further city discovery. Experience the evolving face of Sofia's horizon, a visual journey of its historical evolution and modern growth.

Discover Plovdiv on a comfortable small-group day trip from Sofia. The experience combines hotel pickup in Sofia, organized transportation, a guided walking tour through the most interesting parts of the city, free time, and a pleasant final bonus with traditional Bulgarian rakia. During the approximately 2.5-hour walking tour, you will explore the main highlights of ancient Plovdiv and the Old Town, discover lesser-known archaeological sites, and experience the unique atmosphere of the city.

Discover the historic Old Town of Nessebar on an easy half-day trip from Burgas. Travel comfortably from Burgas to Nessebar, where you will have several hours to explore this UNESCO-listed town at your own pace. Use the audio guide in your preferred language to follow the route, discover the main landmarks and hear the fascinating stories behind one of the oldest towns on the Black Sea coast. For those who prefer a more personal experience, there is also an option to explore Nessebar with a live accompanying guide who will lead the walk. After your visit, meet the driver at the agreed point and enjoy a comfortable transfer back to Burgas.

One of the most popular landmarks in Bulgaria, which is also the most frequently visited by foreign tourists, is the Rila Monastery, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. We offer you to get acquainted with local attractions with the help of an audio guide. You will explore the monastery complex on your own at your own pace, with the help of an audio guide and a map of the excursion route. Approaching the desired object, you dial its number and start playback. The tour contains 15 entries. The total duration is about 1.5 hours. After paying for the tour, a link with access to audio files will be sent to your email. On the day of the excursion you have chosen, the link will become active and will be valid for 24 hours. You will listen to audio recordings through your phone.

When tourists come to our country, they always ask why and what the reason is for building the monument, but also what the fate of the people connected with this brutal project is. Immerse yourself in the complete history and architecture of this monstrous and brutal architectural masterpiece of the communist regime. You will learn why the monument to Dimitar Blagoev, progenitor of the Bulgarian Communist Party, marks the approach to Buzludzha. You will immerse yourself in the history of Bulgarian rebels against the Ottomans and their connection with the partisan movement in Bulgaria. You will not miss visiting even monuments related to the history of the Communist Party and the fate of its rebellious members before it established its dictatorship after 1944. Finally, after all the points are collected, you will find not only an abandoned monument on top of an Eastern European mountain but also all the personal dramas and fates associated with creating this monumental monster.

Rila mountain offers the ideal conditions for horse riding featuring slight ascents & descents, roads suitable for trotting and galloping and incredible views. Combined with the fresh, clean air of the Rila mountains this tour is a must for every horse rider. Round-trip transfers, 1 night accommodation, two meals (dinner and breakfast), saddle and guide are all included. All with your own pace and timing.

Discover a historical side of Bulgaria on a 12-hour tour to Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi. Thanks to all-inclusive transportation from Sofia, there’s no need for you to interpret cyrillic signs or worry over timetables. Begin with a guided visit of the medieval hill fortress, which served as the country's capital for over two centuries. Continue with the area's main attractions including Samovodska Charshia, Assens Monument, and the village of Arbanassi.

Combine fun and sightseeing together on a private Pokemon GO tour of Sliven, Bulgaria. Follow your Pokemon hunter-guide to some of the city’s most prominent landmarks, known to be home to lots of Pokemon and gyms. In between hunts, listen to engaging commentary about the history and culture of Sliven from your dedicated tour guide.

Be fascinated by the best and expert guide in Varna to show you around the place in hunt for Pokemons in unique surroundings in the sea capital of Bulgaria. All at your own pace and flexible starting time.

In Starosel is located one of the biggest Thracian cult complexes. Archaeologists presume that the most powerful Odrissy king - Sitalk -was buried here. Starosel Winery Complex offers not only the opportunity to taste wine grown in the land of the Thracians but only to immerse yourselves in the atmosphere of an age long gone. Hissarya is famed for its hot mineral springs, significant Roman ruins, archeological museum, green parks, and swimming pools. Our private day trip would bring you to 2 of the best destinations in proximity of Plovdiv. Your private local guide would make your trip unforgettable.

Wine-tasting and driving really don’t mix. So leave the steering to the experts as you discover the wines of the Thracian Valley on this door-to-door private tour. Sample five different wine varieties, including Mavrud and Rubin, then create your very own blend at Brestovitsa Winery. After a picnic in a vineyard (weather permitting), tour Plovdiv Old Town, and taste dishes based on Bulgarian rose.

Your tour begins with a short introduction to Plovdiv with it's main sights as we walk towards the workshop in the Old town. A demonstration and hand-on experience of 2 crafts are to be explored by you privately without the crowds. The professional local guide makes your every minute of your tour to remember. This experienced in designed to incorporate workshops and a cultural visit to Plovdiv - the European Capital of Culture for 2019.

Choose among an extensive amount of activities you want to try while in the Rhodope mountains provided by a professional local guide: herbs collecting, truffles hunting, kayaking, buggy or quad bike riding, local food and drinks tasting, hiking and trekking, meeting with local people, mountain biking, road cycling or just merging with the local culture. Just choose one or some, pay the deposit amount and we shall organize it for you with the flexibility to pay any outstanding amount on spot upon arrival. Great flexibility and the best choice of local activities guided by our professional local guides in the Rhodope mountains.

Our audio guide gives you the flexibility to load on your phone or any device and listen as many times as you would like. Fully flexible and organized in English, Bulgarian or Russian language covering all the sights, stories and experiences you do find in a single destination of your choice. We give you the flexibility you need with a single charge which allows to be used up to 10 days.

Our audio guide gives you the flexibility to load on your phone or any device and listen as many times as you would like. Fully flexible and organized in English, Bulgarian or Russian language covering all the sights, stories and experiences you do find in a single destination of your choice. We give you the flexibility you need with a single charge which allows to be used up to 10 days.