Discover the Best Highlights of Bulgaria & Participate in Bulgaria Karlovo Rose Festival 2021! 

After breakfast, at 09:00 your journey begins with a 2-hour sightseeing tour of the capital of Bulgaria – Sofia. You will explore a city with a 7000-year-long history. Your tour includes one of the symbols of the Bulgarian capital city the 4th-century Rotunda of St. George, the remains of the ancient city of Serdica, Banya Bashi Mosque and the mineral baths. You will have a short break at the fountains next to the famous Ivan Vazov National Theatre. Your tour will end with one of the most popular places in Bulgaria – the impressive Alexander Nevsky Memorial Cathedral.
You will head to the charming town of Koprivshtitsa. It is famous for its fascinating history and authentic 19th-century architecture. This is the only city-museum in the country also recognised as a national architectural reserve. You will visit the beautiful Lutova House with its woollen exhibits, rugs and blankets. You may cross and photograph the Kalachev Bridge, where the April Uprising in 1876 broke out. Once you arrive at Hisarya, you will have the rest of the afternoon at your leisure to relax with spa-like Emperor. The town is famous for its healing hot springs and Roman heritage.

Overnight stay: Sana Spa Hotel 4*, Hisarya
Meals included: breakfast

Early in the morning, you will set off to the rose fields near Karlovo.

You will participate in the traditional rose-picking ritual, unchanged for centuries. Everyone will have the opportunity to pick some rose blossoms and for the most skilful rose-picker, there will be a special surprise. You will enjoy an incredible show of folk dances and singing. Be the first one who will photograph the passing by kukeri dancers. You will witness the crowning of the Rose Queen, before you move up towards the main square of Karlovo for the annual Carnival parade. Take your reserved seating in front of the stage, where the show program continues with a folklore dance spectacle. Next, you will attend a demonstration of rose distillery and watch an ancient technique of extracting the rose oil from the roses. You will have a chance to taste some delicious raised liqueur and rose jam.
In the afternoon, you will discover the charming city of Plovdiv. It is one of the oldest settlements of Europe, with more than 8000 years of history. You will take a photo with the Ancient Roman Stadium, visit the Ethnographic Museum and drink a cup of coffee at the fashionable Kapana art district.

Have the rest of the afternoon at your leisure to enjoy the stunning views from the top of the Archaeological Complex Nebet Tepe.

Overnight stay: Clepsydra Residence 4* or similar, Plovdiv
Meals included: breakfast

Today will be a special day for all nature lovers! Early in the morning, your tour guide will pick up for short transfer. You will experience one of the most romantic journeys not only in Bulgaria but also in Europe. The Rhodope Narrow Gauge Railway is passing through the three most beautiful mountains – the Rhodope, Rila and Pirin.

Once you arrive at Bansko station, you may walk the quaint streets of the most famous winter resort in Bulgaria.
In the afternoon, you will take a scenic trip to the imposing Rila Mountains. Here, nestled in the heart of the mountain you will find the famous Rila Monastery. It is a true architectural masterpiece and fascinate with its exquisite colonnades and colourful arches richly decorated with murals and fretwork.
You will depart north towards Sofia.

At 21:00, your tour guide will pick you up from the hotel for one last gathering with your travel companions. You can share your favourite memories from this amazing tour.

Included:
Overnight stay: Central Hotel Sofia 4* or similar, Sofia
Meals included: breakfast

Today we say “Goodbye” with the promise to keep forever the beautiful memories of this incredible journey. You will be picked up from the hotel for your airport transfer about three hours before your flight.

Included:
Overnight stay: N/A
Meals included: breakfast