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Skip the hassle of keeping up with a group tour and explore the UNESCO-listed old town of Nessebar at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. Download the audio guide and map to stroll through the historic streets on your own, stopping to admire Byzantine-era fortifications and baths, the ruins of the 5th-century Church of St. Sofia, the 11th-century Church of St. Stephen, and other highlights.
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Old Nessebar Self-Guided
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Hike through rugged terrain to the Seven Rila Lakes on a full-day tour from Sophia, and discover the remarkable scenery of the Rila Mountains. Take a chairlift to a high-mountain hut and continue on foot along the jeweled string of lakes. Follow your guide through alpine passes into remote valleys, then rest in the shade of hikers’ shelters; take in sweeping views of the Bulgarian landscape and enjoy the crisp, clear air of the Balkans’ highest mountain range.
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The Seven Rila Lakes Day Tour From Sofia
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Reaching the Seven Rila Lakes by public transport typically involves two buses, a shuttle and most of your day. Take the pain out of transportation—while maintaining total independence—with this cost-effective shared transfer. Visit both these beautiful glacial lakes and the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with ample time for hiking.
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Rila Monastery and 7 Rila Lakes Self-Guided Shared Trip from Sofia
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Trek up Mt. Vitosha and see the Boyana waterfall on this full-day tour from Sofia. Don your walking boots and hike to the top of Bulgaria’s fourth-highest mountain, passing lush meadows and pine woods. After soaking up panoramic views of Sofia from the summit, enjoy lunch (own expense) and descend to the Boyana fall, whose waters tumble down a steep rock face. Your tour includes return transfers from Sofia, including hotel pickup and drop-off.
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Mt. Vitosha and Boyana Waterfall Hiking Tour from Sofia
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Learn what life was like in communist-era Bulgaria on a Sofia city walking tour. Meet your informative guide in central Sofia and check out the buildings and monuments that testify to its and Bulgaria’s 45 years on the eastern side of the Iron Curtain. See the Largo complex, former home of Bulgaria’s Communist Party; the Monument to the Soviet Army; the National Palace of Culture and more as your guide explains communist ideology and the everyday lives of Bulgarians during the controversial Cold War period.
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Communist Walking Tour of Sofia
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Mingle with fellow travelers from all over the world on this action-packed pub crawl. Discover Sofia’s hippest nightlife hotspots with an insider guide as you explore the Bulgarian capital with new friends. Tours include complimentary wine, beer, or liquor shots at each of five different locations, plus free dance club admission on weekends.
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Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars
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Appreciating the diversity of Balkan culture can be difficult, especially with limited time in the region. Explore Macedonian culture on a day tour to Skopje from Sofia, and tick off another Balkan capital in just one day. Travel the distance with ease in a small group, and discover landmarks including the Skopje Fortress, Memorial House of Mother Teresa, and Old Bazaar, with insights provided by your guide.
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Day tour to Skopje, North Macedonia - Small Group
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Immerse yourself in one of Bulgaria’s signature sights at the Rila Monastery on this convenient day trip from Sofia. Delve into the history of the medieval landmark and its fresco-coated church, with plenty of free time to explore on your own. There's also time to include a visit to Boyana Church, with its pre-Renaissance frescoes, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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From Sofia:Rila Monastery with Boyana Church or St. Ivan’s Cave
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IMPORTANT: Entrance in the monastery is only allowed with covered shoulders and covered knees. So please make sure you have appropriate clothes. Often called the 8th wonder of the world, the Seven Rila lakes are legendary for their beauty and awesomeness. They are one of the most visited natural sites of Bulgaria. We combine them with a visit to the Rila Monastery. The Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. The tour starts at 08:00 and finishes around 19:00. The driver will pick you up, will take you to the Monastery and will show you around. After that he will take you to the lift to the 7 Rila Lakes, you will be able to go up to the lakes, the driver will stay down and wait for you there. When you come back, he will pick you from the lift and bring you back to Sofia.
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7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour
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This is an unique product offering you to see the Danube pearl Ruse at your own pace individually without the need of an expensive guide. We prepare for you a personalized e-guide which you could load on your device and explore everything yourself whenever you want to. This is a very modern product which is cost-effective and very much liked by the travelers. It could be used not only from Bucharest but from any spot you want, just inform us and we shall personalize it for your needs.
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Self-Guided Ruse from Bucharest Tour
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The Seven Rila lakes are amazing. Use our self-guided tour to visit, go around them and see everything spectacular on your own. All the guides notes and full gps tracks will be personalized and sent to you. Super convenient and cheap. Enjoy it with us professionally!
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Self-Guided Tour of Rila Mountains and Seven Rila Lakes
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Grab your passport and head over the border to Serbia on this full-day tour of Nis from Sofia. Learn about the turbulent history of former Yugoslavia as you visit the Nis concentration camp; visit city sights including the Roman ruins of Mediana, the Skull Tower, and the Nisava riverfront; and sample delicious Serbian cuisine with lunch (own expense) at a local grill house.
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Full-day Nis and Serbian History Tour from Sofia
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Immerse yourself in Bulgarian culture and lend a hand to your local hosts as they teach you the centuries-old art of breadmaking and yoghurt production. Plus, get your hands dirty and assist with cattle keeping. This opportunity allows you to fully merge with the locals and create lasting memories. With multiple locations to choose from, you can customize your experience to suit your preferences.
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Help the hosts: Breadmaking, Yoghurt making and Cattle Keeping
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Save well over an hour compared to public transportation and benefit from the local knowledge of a guide on this full-day trek around the Seven Rila Lakes. Experience one of Bulgaria’s most striking mountain landscapes at a leisurely pace and hike all the way up to the highest of the seven lakes. Please note the tour excludes the small chairlift fee.
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The Seven Rila Lakes Self - Guided Hiking Tour
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For generations, Bulgarians have lived off their land, harvesting wild mushrooms in autumn and wild flowers and herbs in spring and summer to enhance their recipes. Get started foraging on this unique foodie adventure led by a naturalist with a vast knowledge of Bulgaria’s flora and fungi. After you’re done harvesting, savor a gourmet lunch centered on the ingredients you’ve discovered, perhaps a wild garlic pesto or wild mushroom polenta.
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From Sofia: Mushroom Foraging & Wild Food Experience with Dobrin
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Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Sofia on a day tour to Lovech, Devetàshka cave, and Krushuna Falls, and explore with a professional guide for intimate insight into the rural region’s landscape, history, and culture. Take advantage of round-trip transfer from your hotel via air-conditioned vehicle for a hassle-free experience, and benefit from the more personalized service of a small-group tour.
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Tour to Lovech, Devetaki cave & Krushuna waterfalls
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Forget the hassle of public transport on a private day tour to 2 of Bulgaria’s most popular attractions, optimizing your time with round-trip transfer from your Sofia hotel. Explore the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery and historic city of Plovdiv with your guide, benefiting from their undivided attention and cultural insights for a more personalized sightseeing experience.
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Plovdiv and Rila Monastery tour in one day
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Immerse yourself in the natural landscapes of the Rila Mountains National Park on this full-day hiking tour from Sofia. Set out on a 3- or 5-hour hike around the seven Rila lakes; enjoy spectacular views of Okoto Lake, Lakes Peak, and Bubreka Lake; then relax with a soak in the hot springs at the Sapareva Banya Spa resort.
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Full-day Rila Mountains, Seven Lakes Hike, and Hot Springs Tour from Sofia
6 to 8 hours
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Choose between hiking—in summer—and snowshoeing—in winter—to scale this classic Sofia peak. After pickup from your hotel and a stop at the medieval Dragalevtsi Monastery, climb Cherni Vrah—Vitosha Mountain’s highest peak—from the Aleko Hut with your guide. The views over Sofia, the Rila Mountains, and the Balkan Mountains are just spectacular.
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Private Vitosha Mountains Hiking with Black peak & Dragalevtsi Monastery
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Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow. An unique product which brings you stress-free travel at your own pace in Belogradchik Fortress and Rocks. Very flexible and easy for the customer.
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Belogradchik Fortress Self-Guided
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Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city and journey to the rooftop of the Balkan Peninsula. This small-group guided hike will take you to the summit of Musala. As you walk toward the 9,600-foot (2,925-meter) peak, take in the panoramic views and some of Bulgaria's beautiful alpine landscapes. Includes round-trip transfers from the center of Sofia.
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Climb to Musala Summit (2925m)
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Delve into the cathedral's significance before venturing to the ancient Saint Sofia Church, a beacon of Early Christian architecture. Behold the Monument to the Tsar Liberator, emblematic of Bulgaria's freedom, and marvel at the Russian Revival-style Church of St. Nicholas the Miracle-Maker. Traverse Sofia's cultural landscape with a visit to the Neoclassical gem, Ivan Vazov National Theater. Uncover the remnants of ancient Serdica at the Archaeological Complex, juxtaposed with insights into the city's communist era during a glimpse at the Presidency and Parliament buildings. Explore Sofia's Central Market Hall, steeped in ancient mineral springs lore. Conclude at the Rotunda Church of St. George, a testament to ancient times.
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Sofia : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour with A Guide
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Travel with a small group to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church, two UNESCO World Heritage sites. An informative guide points out 19th-century paintings depicting the Bulgarian Renaissance at the country’s largest monastery, set against the beauty of the Rila mountains. In the afternoon, visit Boyana Church to view its medieval frescoes. You’ll travel round-trip by air-conditioned minivan from Sofia’s Alexander Nevski Square.
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Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Shuttle Tour
8 hours 30 minutes
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Nessebar is much more than what you read, know or experience on spot. This self-guided tour will show you the hidden gems in the UNESCO town. It’s the only off-the-beaten-path tour that is going to amaze you with the help of technology, local people and presentation.
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Self-Guided Off the Beaten Track Tour in Nessebar
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