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5-Day Bulgaria Mini-Break

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Trip Overview

With this amazing tour, you will explore the capital of Bulgaria and its largest city, Sofia. Founded thousands of years ago, today the city continues to develop as the country’s cultural and economic centre.

Then, you will be whisked to Belogradchik, a small town in western Bulgaria where the Rocks of Belogradchik are located, they are known for their nomination as one of the new 7 Wonders of the World! The rocks and the nearby Belogradchik Fortress are both an incredible and unique sight to behold.

You will never forget this amazing trip.

Upon returning to Sofia, you will have a proper chance to explore the capital of Bulgaria as you have a guided tour of some of the best attractions. Before your holiday is over, you have one last memorable day trip, this time to Koprivshtitsa, Starosel and a local winery.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in the Capital of Bulgaria, Sofia!

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Arrive in the Capital of Bulgaria, Sofia!

Today you will begin your journey in the capital of Bulgaria, Sofia! Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Hemus3 star

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    Activities

    Central Sofia Market HallOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sofia Airport to Sofia

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    Destinations

    Sofia

Day 2

Belogradchik Fortress and Magura Cave

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Belogradchik Fortress and Magura Cave

After breakfast, depart for Belogradchik in northwestern Bulgaria. The town, whose name literally means "small white town," is situated in the foothills of the Balkan Mountains just east of the Serbian border and about 50 km south of the Danube River. Your first stop will be at the Belogradchik Rocks and Fortress, known for their strange shapes. After touring around, you'll enjoy lunch before heading to Magura Cave which is one of the largest caves in Bulgaria.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Skalite4 star

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    Activities

    Belogradchik Rocks and Fortress

    Magura Cave

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sofia to Belogradchik

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Sofia

    Vidin

    Belogradchik

Day 3

Tour the Capital of Bulgaria

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Tour the Capital of Bulgaria

After breakfast, your driver will pick you up and drive you back to the capital of Bulgaria, Sofia. After a short break in your hotel, you will have a walking tour of Sofia. During the tour, you'll visit numerous famous attractions including St. Nedelya Cathedral, St. George Rotunda, the Russian Church of St. Nicolas, St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Ivan Vazov National Theatre.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Hemus3 star

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    Activities

    Sofia Half-Day Sightseeing Tour

    St. Nedelya Church

    Alexander Nevsky Cathedral Sofia

    Ivan Vazov National Theatre

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Belogradchik to Sofia

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Belogradchik

    Sofia

Day 4

Day Trip to Koprivshtitsa

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Day Trip to Koprivshtitsa

Departure for a stunning day trip to the small mountain town of Koprivshtitsa. Koprivshtitsa is one of the most characteristically typical Bulgarian towns, still preserving the atmosphere of the Bulgarian National Revival period of the 19th century. After exploring the town, you will head to the Thracian Temple of Starosel before visiting a local winery. You can expect to return to Sofia in the late afternoon.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Hemus3 star

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    Activities

    KoprivshtitsaOptional Activity

    Starosel Thracian Cult CentreOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Sofia

    Koprivshtitsa

    Plovdiv Province

Day 5

Departure Day

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Departure Day

When you are ready, your driver will collect you and transfer you to the airport. End of program.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Sofia to Sofia Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Sofia

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What’s included?

  • 4 nights accommodation
  • 6 activities
  • 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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