In this 12-day journey that begins and ends in Sofia, you'll delve into a land of intriguing contrasts. You'll marvel at Bulgaria's beautiful and diverse topography from rustic mountain villages to rugged farmland to sleek seaside resorts and witness a custom blend of Ottoman, Orthodox and Soviet history. Along the way, you'll meet many locals eager to share their unique experiences and folk history.
What's included
- Full-time services of a professional Rick Steves lead guide and an assistant plus local experts who will make the fascinating history, art and culture of Bulgaria come alive for you
- All tours and admissions, covering at least 13 group sightseeing events • Sofia walking tour • Roma village visit • Rila Monastery • Plovdiv walking tour, including Roman Theater and Turkish Mosque • Cultural performance • Kazanlak Thracian Tomb • Nesebar walking tour • Varna Archaeological Museum • Veliko Tarnovo walking tour • Tsarevets Citadel in Veliko Tarnovo • Pomak village visit...and more
- All group transportation by bus from Sofia to Sofia
- 11 nights accommodations in memorable, centrally-located hotels
- All breakfasts and half your dinners
- A small, friendly group of 22-24 people — half the size of most tour groups
- All tips for guides, driver and hotel staff
- Free stuff including a Bulgaria guidebook, moneybelt and earplugs
- Guaranteed tour price, locked in the moment you make your deposit
- Optional single supplements — this tour has a limited number of private rooms for solo travelers for an additional fee
- Tour alum discount of $50 for each tour you've taken prior to 2010
- 50% discount on a consulting appointment with our in-house experts to assist with your pre- or post-tour travel plans
- Flexibility should you need to transfer, cancel or interrupt your tour
- Fine print: You are responsible for the cost of your drinks and free-time sightseeing. See our Tour Conditions Agreement for important details regarding everything listed above
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