9-Day Best of Bulgaria

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This morning you'll check out then go on a trip to Veliko Tarnovo with the first stop being in the village of Koprivshtitsa. Koprivshtitsa is one of the most characteristic Bulgarian towns, still preserving the atmosphere of the Bulgarian National Revival period of the 19th century. Continue to visit the architectural and ethnographic complex of Etar – an open-air museum where you will see a unique collection of the old-time water-driven machinery in Bulgaria.

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The day starts with a city tour of Veliko Tarnovo, the old capital of Bulgaria. During the tour, you will see the old town and visit the Tzarevetz Castle. You will have some time for lunch before we depart for Varna. After checking in to your new hotel, you will go on a walking tour of the city where you'll explore the most significant monuments to get a feel for the city.

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After breakfast in the hotel, you will travel to Balchik, a small town on the Black Sea, you'll stop to visit the Balchik Palace, originally called 'Quiet Nest Palace' this was built for the Romanian Queen Marie. You will then travel on to Nessebar, a beautifully situated coastal town. After checking in, you will go on a tour around the city.

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Depart for Kazanlak, where you will visit the Valley of the Thracian Kings and the Museum of the Rose, where you will learn how the rose oil is produced. Continue to the town of Plovdiv, the second-largest city of Bulgaria. After checking in at your hotel, you will go on a tour through the Old Town including a visit to the Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis.

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After breakfast in the hotel, a tour of the winery, Villa Yustina follows in a scenic valley at the foot of the Rhodope mountains. You will learn about the history of the winery, the processes involved and you will get to sample some wine. Upon your return to Plovdiv, you are free for the rest of the day to explore the city and its ancient sites.

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Depart to Velingrad by bus and from there, you will take the train to Bansko. This is an extremely scenic and memorable trip. You will travel through the Pirin, Rila and Rodopi mountains and up to the highest railway station in Bulgaria. You can expect to arrive in Bankso in the mid-afternoon and have time to explore this famous resort town.

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Breakfast in the hotel and transfer to Melnik. Here you will go on a tour which will cover all of the local highlights of the smallest yet most famous town of Bulgaria, your guide will show you why. In the afternoon, you'll have time to explore Velingrad at your own pace touring the sights and getting acquainted with Bulgarian spa culture.