Bulgaria

• Arrival in Sofia: Arrive at Sofia Airport. Meet and greet by your tour guide/representative.
• Transfer to Hotel: Private transfer to your hotel in Sofia.
• Check-In & Rest: Check into your hotel and relax after your journey.
• Explore Sofia: In the evening, take a walk around the city center. Visit the iconic Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, one of the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in the world. Explore the historic streets around Vitosha Boulevard, known for shopping and dining.
• Overnight Stay: Sofia.

• Breakfast at the Hotel: Start your day with a traditional Bulgarian breakfast.
• Day Trip to Rila Monastery: Take a day trip to the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery, nestled in the Rila Mountains. Explore the monastery’s stunning architecture, vibrant frescoes, and historical museum.
• Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Bulgarian lunch at a nearby restaurant, sampling local dishes like banitsa and shopska salad.
• Return to Sofia: Head back to Sofia in the evening and enjoy some free time.
• Overnight Stay: Sofia

• Breakfast at the Hotel: Enjoy breakfast before your journey.
• Transfer to Plovdiv: Travel by private transfer or train to Plovdiv, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe.
• Explore Plovdiv: Discover Plovdiv’s Old Town, famous for its beautifully preserved Roman ruins, cobblestone streets, and colorful 19th-century houses. Visit the Roman Amphitheater and the Ancient Stadium.
• Kapana Creative District: Explore the trendy Kapana district, known for its art galleries, cafes, and vibrant street art.
• Overnight Stay: Plovdiv.

• Breakfast at the Hotel: Start the day with a hearty meal.
• Day Trip to Bachkovo Monastery: Take a short drive to Bachkovo Monastery, the second-largest monastery in Bulgaria. Explore the monastery’s beautiful frescoes, churches, and peaceful surroundings.
• Asen’s Fortress: On the way back, visit Asen’s Fortress, offering panoramic views of the Rhodope Mountains and the Asenitsa River.
• Return to Plovdiv: Head back to Plovdiv for a relaxed evening.
• Overnight Stay: Plovdiv.

• Breakfast at the Hotel: Enjoy your breakfast before departing.
• Transfer to Veliko Tarnovo: Travel to Veliko Tarnovo, the historic capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire.
• Explore Veliko Tarnovo: Visit Tsarevets Fortress, an impressive medieval stronghold offering stunning views over the Yantra River. Walk through the Samovodska Charshia, a traditional craft street, and explore the old town.
• Overnight Stay: Veliko Tarnovo.

• Breakfast at the Hotel: Enjoy your final breakfast in Bulgaria.
• Arbanasi Village: Visit the nearby village of Arbanasi, known for its well-preserved traditional houses and churches, including the Nativity Church with its beautiful frescoes.
• Return to Sofia: Travel back to Sofia in the afternoon.
• Transfer to Airport: Head to Sofia Airport for your departure flight. Safe travels!