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Timeless Treasures by Train: Journey Through Bulgaria’s Heritage and Harmony

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Start and end in Sofia
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  • Charming wagon decorated with vibrant flowers.
  • Rila Monastery in Bulgaria with its iconic architecture.
  • Traditional clock tower and houses under a blue sky.
  • Traditional Bulgarian pottery with baked dish.
  • Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Sofia, Bulgaria.
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  • Traditional Bulgarian houses with visitors.
  • Mountain landscape with a clear blue sky.
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Private Tour
Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Ages 10+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Sofia

    Sofia

    Included Activities

    • Private guided tour of Sofia including Alexander Nevski Memorial Cathedral, St. Sofia basilica, Parliament Square, Old City Garden, St. George rotunda, the Presidency, and Ancient Serdica ruins
    Landmarks
    Alexander Nevski Memorial Cathedral
    St. Sofia Basilica
    Parliament Square
    Old City Garden
    St. George Rotunda
    Ancient Serdica
    Itinerary Image 1
  2. Day 2

    Sofia - Rila Monastery - Bansko

    Sofia - Rila Monastery - Bansko
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional dishes from the region)

    Included Activities

    • Independent visit to Rila Monastery UNESCO site
    Landmarks
    Rila Monastery
    Rila Mountain National Park
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  3. Day 3

    Bansko

    Bansko

    Optional Activities

    • Eco trails and hiking in Pirin mountain
    • Marked trek trails in Pirin National Park
    Landmarks
    Pirin National Park
  4. Day 4

    Bansko

    Bansko

    Optional Activities

    • Walking around Bansko
    • Hiking in Bansko area
    • Bicycle rental
    • Visit Nikola Vaptsarov museum
    • Visit Icon exhibition
    • Visit Velyanova House
    • Visit Museum House of Neofit Rilski
    • Visit Paisii Hilendarski Historical Center
    • Visit Radonova House Ethnographic complex
  5. Day 5

    Bansko - Septemvri - Plovdiv

    Bansko - Septemvri - Plovdiv
    Landmarks
    Avramovo Station
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Plovdiv

    Plovdiv

    Included Activities

    • Private walking tour of Old Plovdiv architecture reserve with national-revival houses, Ethnographic museum, St. Constantine and Helena Church, Ancient Theatre, Roman Stadium, and Djumaya Mosque square
    • Exploration of Kapana artistic neighborhood
    Landmarks
    Old Plovdiv Architecture Reserve
    Ethnographic Museum (Royal House)
    St. Constantine and Helena Church
    Ancient Theatre
    Roman Stadium
    Djumaya Mosque
    Kapana Neighborhood
  7. Day 7

    Plovdiv - Koprivshtitsa

    Plovdiv - Koprivshtitsa

    Optional Activities

    • Visit museum houses in Koprivshtitsa
    • Bike rental in Koprivshtitsa
    • Horse riding in Koprivshtitsa
    • Eco-trails around Koprivshtitsa
    Landmarks
    Koprivshtitsa Old Town
  8. Day 8

    Koprivshtitsa

    Koprivshtitsa

    Optional Activities

    • Visit museum houses in Koprivshtitsa
    • Bike rental in Koprivshtitsa
    • Horse riding in Koprivshtitsa
    • Eco-trails around Koprivshtitsa
  9. Day 9

    Koprivshtitsa - Tryavna

    Koprivshtitsa - Tryavna

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Old Tryavna architectural complex
    • Visit St. Archangel Michail Church
    • Visit Daskalov House museum of woodcarving
    • Visit local galleries and workshops
    Landmarks
    St. Archangel Michail Church
    Daskalov House
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  10. Day 10

    Tryavna

    Tryavna

    Optional Activities

    • Visit workshops of local masters
    • Try local specialties and coffee prepared on hot sand
  11. Day 11

    Tryavna - Veliko Turnovo

    Tryavna - Veliko Turnovo

    Included Activities

    • Tour of old Veliko Turnovo including Tsarevets Citadel (exterior view), Gurko Street, monument of the Royal Brothers, and Samovodska Charshia old marketplace
    • Wine tasting of regional wines
    Landmarks
    Tsarevets Citadel
    Gurko Street
    Monument of the Royal Brothers
    Samovodska Charshia
    Itinerary Image 1
  12. Day 12

    Veliko Turnovo

    Veliko Turnovo

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Transfiguration monastery
    • Visit Arbanassi museum village
    Landmarks
    Transfiguration Monastery
    Arbanassi Village
  13. Day 13

    Veliko Turnovo - Sofia

    Veliko Turnovo - Sofia
  14. Day 14

    Sofia

    Sofia
    Meals
    Breakfast

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    December 9th, 2025
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    October 6th, 2025
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    September 22nd, 2025
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    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Bulgaria. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Bulgaria. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Bulgaria. Ideally 2 months before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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    • For any tour departing before September 12th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after September 12th, 2026, a minimum payment of 30% is required to confirm your booking with Across Europe Ltd.. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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