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The Cathedral is one of the symbols of Bulgaria. Explore it inside and outside with a knowledgeable guide. You would understand an in-depth information, secret hints and its service today. Your entrance ticket is included in the price.Choose between privately-guided and self-guided tour option.
Take the unforgettable adventure through the forest of Borovets with experienced snowmobile guides! Snowmobiles are running every day, every hour from 09:00 am. to 6 pm. The customers are following the instructor throughout the whole tour on a custom-made itinerary in the deep forests with wonderful views and several stops on the way.It's a magnificent experience, lots of fun, adrenaline and adventure but keeping everybody safe.Choose among the tour options as you have the opportunity to book just a time and date by paying the deposit only and the rest via a payment link or on the spot.You can pay only the deposit now and the outstanding amount of 85 EUR per adult on a single snowmobile and 50 EUR per adult on a shared snowmobile is due via a payment link or on the spot. Paying the deposit upfront gives you the greatest flexibility as you can always use the activity for a specific date and time.If the conditions are not for snowmobiling we switch all people to quad biking.
We offer you to embark on an amazing adventure and to get to know the place, ranked for the "New Seven Wonders of the World" - Belogradchik Rocks and the hidden ancient fortress among them! The place with a unique location for observing the starry sky and not only this...The unique natural phenomenon Belogradchik Rocks is a rock complex with a length of about 30 km and a width of 6-7 km. The rocks have been sculpted by nature for more than 200 million years. Their reddish tinge is due to the iron oxide content. They are diverse in form and size of rock art, rising more than 100 meters high!Choose among the different tour options for more extras and maximum flexibility.
Mountain tour with snowmobile from Prevala around the area of the highest peak of the Rhodopes - Perelik!Panoramic tour through the forests with a short break for photos at the gorgeous views!Unique nature, snowmobile route and sights. Lots of fun and adrenaline though keeping everybody safe behind an instructor and another one closing the group.Your preferred starting time should be arranged with us prior.With this booking you are paying a deposit to set a date and time. The outstanding amount to be paid on the spot is 61 EUR for a single snowmobile and 82 EUR for a double snowmobile.Total price of a single snowmobile is 90 EUR and 130 EUR for double snowmobile (that's total deposit + the outstanding payment on the spot).
Adventure with an open jeep among century-old rocks in the highest mountain in Bulgaria and on the Balkan Peninsula - Rila! For those who cannot think about their lives without movement and bright emotions, we guarantee a great experience amongst the beauty of breathtaking mountain views! The journey begins in Sapareva Banya, the city is famous for its hot mineral springs. On the way we will pass through St. Stephen's Monastery, the "Silver" area and the "Pariloto" where excavation works in 1915 revealed an ancient Roman artifact which testifies the Roman presence in this area, which was also one of the stops on the nearby main military road - the so-called "Dalmatian Road". We will see an interesting rock formation called "Evangelous Stone", which resembles the pyramid facing upside down.The legend says that people with sins, if they can get through this triangle, their sins will be forgiven. Wonderful views, impressive photos, will make your trip memorable!
The Thracian tombs and sanctuaries are the only almost entirely preserved representatives of the monumental cult architecture of the ancient Thracians. The main merit of their preservation to this day is that almost all of them are buried in tombstones. There are over 60,000 Thracian mounds on the territory of Bulgaria, of which only about 1000 are surveyed. We offer you to embark on a fascinating journey through the most sacred shrines of the ancient Thracians and to tour 6 tombs with amazing stories!!! Expect an incredible journey back in time in the Thracian era and their sacred world, beliefs and traditions, customs and history of the great kings!
Adventure with an open jeep among century-old rocks in the highest mountain in Bulgaria and on the Balkan Peninsula - Rila! For those who cannot think about their lives without movement and bright emotions, we guarantee a great experience amongst the beauty of breathtaking mountain views!Wonderful views, impressive photos, will make your trip memorable!With extreme experiences and fun in nature, you relax the most and reborn in the fastest way - this is a proven fact!You can hike to the 7 Rila lakes if you would like.
For lovers of active recreation, fresh emotions and unusual experiences we offer to try a kayaking trip! A trip to Bulgaria's largest area and volume reservoir - Iskar will be breathtaking! Kyaking at Iskar reservoir does not require pre-training and is suitable even for children over 10 years old. From March to November, our adventure starts with the departure from Sofia. Every brave goes through professional instruction on water behavior, basic kayaking skills and safety measures by an experienced instructor. We're in the water for about 2 hours depending on your enthusiasm and physical training. The total area of the reservoir is 30 km2. You will have the opportunity to explore the beautiful landscapes along the banks of the reservoir. After we enjoy the clean water and the smell of nature we will return in the big city. With extreme experiences and fun in nature, you relax the most and reborn the fastest - this is a proven fact!
Anyone who is keen on automotive sports but who can not have such a car is dreaming about it. You can choose between 2 totally different cars, both prepared for drifting:Audi 90 V8 4.2 410 hpNissan Silvia S14a 2.0 turbo 350 hpThe Drift Combo is an option for people who are used to taking the most out of life - experiencing incredible emotions with a professional driver and trying to reproduce the interesting tricks you are shown!The pilot is professional - the first and most popular female professional drift racer in Bulgaria, with 10 years of experience in drifting and in the Bulgarian mountain championships. Yes, this is another plus for an unforgettable experience - to ride next to a woman in a drift car!
One of the most authentic, ancient and most respected customs and crafts in Bulgaria is picking roses. This makes one of the most unique products of rose - the jam and the rose oil! Interesting not only for its taste but also for its preparation - it is made of young rose flowers, picked early in the morning, of a special sort - the oil-bearing Kazanlak Rose, which is grown only in the latitudes of the Rose Valley in Bulgaria. Authentic leavening of yoghurt is the other activity in this tour which shows you the beauty of the rural lifestyle and the preparation of products at home.An experience brushing up your knowledge and giving you hands-on with the locals.
Bulgaria has been known for centuries with its rose oil, which is the best in the world. In recent years, another miracle has happened - she overtook France - the world leader in lavender production. From 2012 Bulgaria is officially number 1 in the world for the production of lavender oil. Bulgaria and France together produce about one-third of the world's lavender oil. Bulgarian lavender oil is used in French perfumery. You have a unique opportunity to see it all with your own eyes!
Fulfill your automotive dreams as you embark on a two-session adrenaline rush, each lasting 10 minutes, with a break for tire changes. Witness firsthand the artistry and skill of our professional drift pilots as they expertly maneuver these high-performance machines, pushing them to their limits around the track.This is more than just a ride; it's an immersion into the exhilarating world of drifting. Feel the G-forces surge through your body as the car effortlessly slides through each turn, a symphony of precision and control. Let the squeal of tires and the roar of the engine ignite your senses, transporting you to a realm of pure adrenaline-fueled bliss.
Bungee jump from the air balloon operate in an incredibly beautiful area - the unique natural phenomenon of Belogradchik Rocks. Rock complex with a length of about 30 km and a width of 6-7 km. The rocks have been sculpted by nature for more than 200 million years. Their reddish tinge is due to the iron oxide content. They are diverse in form and size of rock art, rising more than 100 meters high.The Bungee Jump is about 50 meters high with the specialized equipment we provide. Jumps are made for a group of at least 10 participants. When making your reservation, we will notify you of possible jump dates. Please, note that depending on the conditions and the weather the jumps will be made in other areas convenient for the customer - like around Pravets or Botevgrad.
Meet the authentic Bulgarian spirit and traditions and taste the local original products produced by an unique craft!
Rhodope Mountain is one of the most attractive, the most beautiful and magical places in Bulgaria, which conquers the hearts of travelers at first sight! This is a place of special charm, culture, soul - the place from where you don't want to leave! That is why it is even more valuable that you still have the opportunity to touch a unique craft that exists only in this region - a handmade national musical instrument - a bulgarian bagpipe with a unique sound! But that's not all - there is an unique surprise during our tour that will make you say WOW!!!!
Art knitting is a traditional Bulgarian craft, including knitting of one and five hooks, lace point, frevole and brussels lace. The master will tell you the story of this art and will show the basic knitting techniques and as a result you will make a souvenir! Color embroidery-in its early period, the art of embroidery developed on the rich heritage of Slavic embroidery. Artistic woodcarving-processing, cutting and shaping wood with an applied and decorative purpose by using various tools. Plastene-in the past, there was an old Bulgarian craft, which produced fabrics of woven textiles. Probably this is the oldest technique for making textiles. Weaving-besides the dexterity and the creative instinct of the Bulgarian people, in its weaving art are intertwined borrowings from other ethnicities and nations, imported from historical contacts,invasions,trade exchanges. Immerse yourself in the charm of the past and return hundreds of years back in time!
With this tour you will discover the "little secrets" of the Balkan - authentic villages, dense forests, splendid panoramas and numerous legends. We will lead you through the "most romantic village in Bulgaria" - Bozhentsi, but we will do it in a very special way: we will enter the village through the "back entrance" and leave it through the "window". Bozhentsi has been declared an architectural and historical reserve more than fifty years ago, and the road passes along an old Roman highway. The view to the south is majestic and the power of the Balkan is captivating. On the horizon are the highest peak in the Balkan Mountains - Botev, the Triglav massif and the second highest peak - Golyam Kademlia, the Uzana place and Mount Ispolin, Shipka, Buzludzha, Bedets, Tryavna and Elena Balkan!Special attention is paid to Torballagi - a small village with a special spirit and own legend. Here awaits a surprise that we will deliberately keep in secret!
Going off-the-beaten path in Bulgaria is really interesting and shows you the stunning beauty of the country. Buzludzha monument is one of the top alternative sights in Bulgaria which makes you say "Wow"! Easy transportation, away from the crowds and the stunning shots you could take are only part of the things that would make you stay on spot for several hours.Our special tour would present you with the most in-depth information and best kept secrets around that spot. Our electronic local guide is truly unique and you would enjoy using the experience we have created.
Rose production and even the greater part the trading with the rose oil became one of the most attractive visit cards on Kazanlak region and the Bulgarian agriculture. Before half century reasonably said: Rose culture in Bulgaria whose purpose is extraction of rose oil, is not only the oldest and the most charming industry in the country but also exceptionally and specific in the region.
Immerse yourself with this self-guided tour in the unique atmosphere of Bulgarian history in its most significant eras, which are embodied in reality through unique interactive attractions and replicas of the largest monuments, as well as a reproduced atmosphere through national costumes and handicrafts of different ages collected on one place.This is one of the largest in Europe historic and cultural complex, part of which you can see now, and complete completion is planned for 2022.
The majestic Balkan has many different faces. Nowhere else, nature and history are not an indivisible whole here, and the visit of Shipka and Buzludja will make you believe that the Time Machine really exists!Shipka with the Monument of Freedom, at the very top, will take you back in 1877 and to the decisive battle of the Liberation War! Buzludja with its "flying saucer" will make you experience a surreal sense of an equally surreal epoch-that of Communism.In both places, however, you will feel not only their historical importance, but you will be fascinated by the beautiful mountain landscape. You will step one foot in the North and one in South Bulgaria and you will draw strength from the panoramic views and the wonderful rock formations of Eagle nest! On the way between Shipka and Buzludja you will pass through the beech forests, and no wonder you can see wild animals, including red deer and roe.
This tour will not only take you to significant places in the Balkans, but will also reveal some of his "culinary secrets". In a casual setting you will enjoy dishes prepared on non-traditional and Balkan recipes. The so-called "delicious stops" are support points for key locations along the route and perhaps even just because these stops you will want to go the distance over and over again.The Uzana area on the Balkan mountain ridge is a place where time seems stopped. The reliefs are soft and the Triglav massif (the second highest in Stara Planina after Botev peak) seems to be at your fingertips. Here it smells of grasses, herbs and wild strawberries, here is the Geographic center of Bulgaria! To the more ambitious we offer a small challenge - the climb of Peak Ispalin (1523 m). There you will step with one foot in the North and the other in South Bulgaria. The view is magnificent!
The Uzana area in the Gabrovo Balkan offers a wonderful variety for those who are looking for the closeness of nature without having to embark on the extreme experiences.Here, on the ridge of Stara Planina, is the geographic center of Bulgaria and the area is called "the green heart of the Balkan". Expect beech woods, the big meadow of Uzana, the scent of grasses, herbs and wild strawberries ... Time seems to have stopped and this feeling complements the charm of the mountain landscape. The shapes of relief are soft and the massif Triglav (the second highest after Botev peak) seems deceitfully close - illusion or reality...?The more ambitious will be able to conquer Peak Ispalin (1523 m). It is a cure for climbing but extremely panoramic and with charming views.
We embark on an unforgettable adventure in which we’ll pass by: 1.The Rowing Canal – it’s 2.2km long. There’s a park and fresh food stands where we can get some energy and healthy breakfast! 2.The highest hill in Plovdiv which has an amazing view and a place for picnic and rest. 3.Tzar Simeon’s garden 4.The singing fountains – famous meeting point of the locals 5.Some other secret places we’ll keep for your surprise After 4 hours of cycling we’ll return back to the bike center. Our tour guide will navigate you to a nice place for relaxation and lunch. We can personalize this tour according your needs and wishes! There are lots of cycling routes, from uphill to downhill or flat routes.
Wonderful and graceful animals - horses can not leave anyone indifferent! With proven facts, horseback riding is claimed to have a good effect on your body's physical condition and also has a great impact on your mental harmony and stress reduction. Try to get good habits of this ancient art - horse riding!
We guarantee you a great experience among the beauty of the Kresna Gorge and the irresistible rapids of the Struma River. A wonderful combination of active fun, team excitement and refreshing splashes! We have 1-1.5 hours in water depending on the water level. Total survival is about 2.5-3 hours. The length of the track is 11 km. The main route is Class 3 of the International Six-dimensional Rock of Difficulty and is one of the most interesting, passing 13 of the most attractive rapids of the Struma River. We will enjoy the views of the peaks of Pirin, we will pass through the Tisata Reserve. If you have the power, you can complete your day with some interesting activities: archery, rope garden, climbing wall, horseback riding in the area Razlog, an eco-path walk,a visit to the healing mineral baths in Oshtava,a visit to the colorful Vlahi village, bicycle crossing. With extreme experiences and fun in nature, you relax the most and reborn in the fastest way - this is a proven fact!
Prepare for an exciting marine adventure in an amazing place that will impress and fascinate you for life - this is the wonderful Kaliakra Reserve. Kaliakra is the only reserve in Bulgaria, including a protected marine area. We would take you to a delicious lunch with seafood delicacies on the only part of that part of the Bulgarian seashore, a mussel plantation - this is your chance to see how an active mussel farm is built and functioning. And after this stunning day out we have prepared for you another pleasant surprise - the opportunity to spend a wonderful evening by the sea by staying overnight in a lovely eco guest house dazzled in greenery and silence. Just note your desire for relaxation when booking. Allow yourself an inspirational day filled with emotions!
Nearby Plovdiv is located Asenovgrad town, better known as the Bulgarian Jerusalem. It is also called the city of brides, but its symbol is the medieval fortress named after the Bulgarian king Ivan-Asen II. Asen’s fortress still controls the passage through the Rhodope Mountains, leading us to the Bachkovo monastery – the second biggest in Bulgaria and the most impressive with its miraculous stories. Once entered in this area, you’ll definitely hear about Mavrud – man, hero or wine? – Many legends are speaking about one fabulous wine – the Mavrud from Asenovgrad!
You will go to a place that seems to have come out of the fairy tales. Lively lawn, old oaks, Bulgarian yurts, bungalow-barrel, gazebo-barrel, local-style tavern with self-cooked options, open-air barbecue places, and improvised zoo are just some of the surprises that await you. The eco village is a result of the long-term pursuit of its owners to create an oasis where people take a step back to the old Bulgarian way of life and traditions, striving to fill the long gap between the urban man and nature. Here you will spend one night in a unique construction - a huge wooden barrel or in the Khan's Yurt with the canopy bed, and in the morning we will surprise you with an authentic, homemade breakfast. Then you will be able to master the ancient art of archery and finally to raise the adrenaline and excite the senses with a trip around the area with a buggy! Come and try - the reality is even more colorful!
This ride takes place in one of the most beautiful and unspoilt parts of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. Yailata and Bolata are must-see sights to be experienced. 3 days with the horse, the guide and the beautiful scenery of the Northern Black Sea coast.
An interesting and new experience for people who love unusual things! We offer you to explore the incredible reservoir Zhrebchevo without leaving your accommodation! You will have the opportunity not only to enjoy the virgin beauty of the local scenery, to see the different landscapes, but also to touch the centuries-old history of the Submerged Church! And for lovers of fishing here are an ideal conditions! We have prepared a more original way of moving - a floating house. The construction is 14 x 5 m in size.The house moves with the help of a boat engine, drives like a car and moves smoothly. This way you can enjoy the nature near the Jrebchevo Reservoir. The house has a bedroom, a living room, a dining room and a kitchen, as well as an upper deck with panoramic views.
If you are adrenaline hunters and you like to test your senses - it's an attraction for you!!! Amazing emotions from one of the most charming places in Bulgaria! Rhodope Mountain is a magical place, best characterized by the words of Ivan Vazov - "Who has not seen the Rhodopes in his life, he has not seen Bulgaria!"Choose between the 2 options at the time of booking - only zip line or zip line & via ferrata.The activity takes place in the area of Chepelare.
One of the most authentic, old and most respected customs and crafts in Bulgaria - picking roses and producing rose oil! In this tour, you can not only personally get to know the flower of the gods - the oil-bearing Kazanlak Rose, which is grown only in these latitudes, but also take part in the ancient ritual on picking roses with the local rose-pickers dressed in folk traditional costumes during the rose picking season, with the tasting rose sweet, gulovitsa and rose liqueur. And then you will visit an old house where you will learn to brew the rose oil and extract the rose water. You will see local mode of life and centuries-old Bulgarian customs and traditions, which local residents will share with you. A visit to the Bulgarian Rose factory will take you to a demonstration of rose soap making.The operator reserves the right to make amendments in the programme/itinerary because of the different time of rose maturing in the region. The activity happens in 2 destinations - Karlovo and Damascena near Kazanlak as the order is reconfirmed with the customers.
The underwater world has always attracted people with the adventurous spirit, because no one even can guess how many secrets they are hiding underwater! If you have never touched deep blue waters or have already had a relationship with seafarers, we invite you to a fascinating adventure and under water training that will be accompanied by amazing information about sea treasures and inhabitants of the Bulgarian Black Sea! After exciting emotions to complete the adventure, a gourmet experience prepared by a professional chef with 2 stars Michelin is awaiting you! He will surprise you with a seasonal menu of three stages and you will see the place where he creates and trains new stars in a culinary world!
In modern Bulgaria there are several enthusiasts who have rescued these breeds and some of them are ready to introduce you to these wonderful rare animals and to tell you what care should be taken for them in a specially created Center of rare breeds, the Association and the farm. Since the beginning of the 1990s, the association has begun to work to save the authentic Karakachan dog and the other two breeds of Karakachans - the sheep and the horse which were completely destroyed during socialism. There is the main herd of original Karakachan sheep, thanks to whose creation the breed was saved from extinction. A herd of the Kalofer long-haired goat was also set up to preserve some of its most typical representatives. The fun photosession with the best representatives of the breeds is also awaiting you with the unique degustation of the bio food products, produced by traditional authentic technology.
If you are the holder of an analytical and prying mind, if you like to learn new things, if you do not stop admiring the achievements of ancestors and you are used to using their wisdom, this amazing experience is right for you! The Kazanlak Historical museum is rare-air spot in Bulgaria in terms of the glorious past of the Valley of Roses and the Valley of the Thracian Kings. True gem to be explored while in Kazanlak.
Enjoy a wonderful green complex with exotic animals for Bulgaria and get acquainted with their fun habits, try riding camels, and children can play on a specially equipped playground and in the painting area!
This tour will not only take you to one of the landmarks in the Balkans, but will also reveal some of his culinary secrets. The so-called "delicious stops" are support points for key locations along the route, where you can eat seasonal fruit or taste local specialties. The Uzana area in the Gabrovo Balkan offers a wonderful variety for those who are looking for the closeness of nature without having to embark on the extreme experiences.Here, on the ridge of Stara Planina, is the geographic center of Bulgaria and the area is called "the green heart of the Balkan". The beech forests, the large meadow of Uzana, the scent of grasses, herbs and wild strawberries are waiting...The more ambitious will be able to conquer Peak Ispalin (1523 mn). It is a cure for climbing but extremely panoramic and with charming views.Good physical form is a prerequisite for successful participation without the need for prior skills. It is highly recommended to wear closed shoes with a thick sole.
Rhodope mountains provide the most unique experience for nature lovers in Bulgaria. You will be accommodated in the best apartment called Fairytale place in the Mountain Lake complex which is set in the truly unique area of the 7 Smolyan lakes. Ideal for nature activities, relaxation and peacefulness.This 2 night, 3 day-tour would make you want to come back for more. Great experiences included with a local guide as per the itinerary.What are you waiting for? Book it now!
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