Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Tour
Overview
Activity details
Veliko Tarnovo is a city in north central Bulgaria – the “City of Tsars”. Veliko Tarnovo is the famous historical capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire (1185-1396), attracting many tourists with its unique architecture. The old part of the city is situated on the three hills Tsarevets, Trapezitsa and Sveta Gora, rising amidst Yantra river.
What's included
- transfer to/from your hotel/accommodation in Sofia;
- guide in English;
- parking fees;
- entrance fees.
What's not included
- meals
- personal expenses
Itinerary
8:00 h departure to Veliko Tarnovo, located 220km east of Sofia. Immediately upon arrival we set on a climb to Baldwin's Tower and the top of the medieval hill - the Patriarchal Church of Tsarevets. On your way back to the vehicle, you will take a glance at the Assen's Dynasty Monument and then take a stroll over Samovodska Charshia Street where you will be able to buy a small handmade souvenir of your exciting trip.
14:00 h some free time for lunch or snack.
15:00 h before we go back to Sofia, we will take a look at the oldest church in Arbanasi - the Nativity of Christ with its beautiful frescoes from 1632 and one of the oldest preserved iconostasis from wood. The mural paintings include the life of St. John the Baptist, patron of the church, and the wheel of life with the 12 zodiac signs.
19:00 h arrival in Sofia.
Highlights
Explore a unique medieval fortress
See Baldwin's Tower
Discover the Patriarchal Church of Tsarevets
Wander through the beautiful village of Arbanassi
Additional information
What to bring
Comfortable shoes (cobblestone streets)
Cancellations
A. Reservations of travel services, without overnight accommodation:
– 72 hours or more before the beginning of the scheduled services – Customers are entitled to a full refund, except an administration fee of 20 BGN or 10 EUR for each reservation.
– 72 hours or less before the scheduled beginning of the services to the Customers – the paid amount will not be refunded.