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Veliko Tarnovo Day Trips from Sofia | Small-Group & Pickup

Sofia, Bulgaria
  • 10 to 11 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Transport by a modern air-conditioned bus
    • English speaking driver
    • Tour coordinator
    • Audio guide in 7 languages: ENG | ES | IT | RU | BG | DE | RO |
    • Audio guide for 3 museums: Tsarevets, Church, Museum Prison
    • Pickup
    • Food and drinks
    • Gratuities
    • Entrance tickets to museums. Optional visit

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point

    Pickup details

    The day before your trip, we'll contact you on WhatsApp/Viber to confirm your pickup address. If your address is outside of central Sofia, we'll discuss a convenient meeting location for you and the driver. Your bus and the guide who will be responsible for you will be signed "Audio Guide Bulgaria".

    Start time
    .8:00 am

    Itinerary

    1

    ul. "Sveti Kliment Ohridski" 41

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Shishman's bath

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Vladishki bridge

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Holy Forty Martyrs Church

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Tsarevets Fortress

    40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    6

    Regional History Museum

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    7

    Museum "Prison"

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    8

    Khan Hadji Nikoli Gallery Museum

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    9

    Monkey House

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    10

    Monument to the Assen Dynasty

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    11

    Stambolov Bridge

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    12

    Samovodska charshia market

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    13

    Monument of Mother Bulgaria

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    14

    Veliko Tarnovo

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Infants must sit on laps
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 2 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    A Comfortable and Well-Organized Day Trip to Veliko Tarnovo

    Hojoong_L, Jul 2026
    Overall, I had a very enjoyable experience on this tour. I was actually the only participant that day, but the guide was very professional and made sure I had a smooth and comfortable trip from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo and back. The itinerary gave plenty of time to explore the city at a relaxed pace, and I especially appreciated the free time, which allowed me to visit places beyond the scheduled stops. Having the flexibility to explore on my own made the experience much more enjoyable. One thing I found disappointing was that the Church of the Holy Forty Martyrs, one of the most historically significant sites in Veliko Tarnovo, was only briefly mentioned through the audio guide from outside and was not included as a proper stop. I mentioned this to the tour company, and they explained that most visitors were not very interested in the church, so it had been removed from the itinerary. I ended up visiting it during my free time, and I'm glad I did. Even if it's no longer a regular stop, it would be nice if the guide could at least ask the group whether they would like to visit it or simply pass by. Visiting Tsarevets Fortress together was definitely a highlight, and I was also impressed by the church at the top, where the murals clearly reflect the influence of the communist era. Although it wasn't part of the tour, I also enjoyed visiting the wax museum at the Visitor Center during my free time. Overall, I was very satisfied with the tour. As a small suggestion, it would be great if the tour could also introduce a place where visitors can taste Bulgarian wine or traditional spirits, as I think that would make the overall cultural experience even richer.

    Response from Host, Aug 2026

    Thank you for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and detailed review. We’re very pleased that you enjoyed the relaxed pace, the flexibility to explore Veliko Tarnovo independently, and your visit to Tsarevets Fortress. We also truly appreciate your comments about the Church of the Holy Forty Martyrs and your suggestion regarding Bulgarian wine or traditional spirits. Feedback this specific is very valuable to us. We’re especially glad that the free time gave you the opportunity to discover additional places that were personally interesting to you. Thank you again for choosing our tour and for sharing such a balanced account of your experience.
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    $77.17

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    Was $81.23(-5%)

    up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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