Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi
Experience a full-day tour to Bulgaria's medieval capital with stunning scenery in northern Bulgaria. Take a guided walk through the iconic hill-fortress of Tsarevets and immerse yourself in the 18th-century Bulgarian merchant and craftsman lifestyle at the architectural reserve of Arbanassi. Don't forget to savor tasty local cuisine specialties. This small-group tour offers a more personalized experience.
Veliko Tarnovo was once the medieval capital of Bulgaria, thriving from the 12th to the 14th century when Bulgaria's territory covered most of the Balkans. During five centuries of Ottoman rule, the town evolved into a hub for merchants and craftsmen, with trade connections reaching North Africa and Central Europe. Today, it's often ranked as one of the most beautiful and pleasant cities to live in Bulgaria. Veliko Tarnovo and the nearby architectural reserve of Arbanassi are included in nearly every tour agency's itinerary, and famous guidebooks consider them must-see attractions.
Although the journey from Sofia takes about 3 hours, you'll quickly realize why it's worth the trip. Our tour is designed to showcase the major tourist highlights of Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi in an engaging and educational way.
- 1 pers. – 250 Euro/person;
- 2 pers. – 130 Euro/person;
- 3 pers – 90 Euro/person;
- 4 pers. – 85 Euro/person;
- 5+ pers. – 80 Euro/person;
What’s not included: Food and beverages, personal expenses, entrance fees, gratuities.
Extras: Hotel pick-up costs additional 5/10 Euro per reservation (not per person, depends on the hotel location). Tour is offered as well with ONLINE, cloud-based audioguide in different languages (EN, ES, IT, FR, DE, RU). INTERNET required to download and use.
Best period: April – November