Discover Veliko Tarnovo at Your Pace: Private or Self-guided tour
Overview
Journey back in time as you explore Veliko Tarnovo, a city sculpted across three majestic hills – Tsarevets, Trapezitsa, and Sveta Gora – that rise dramatically from the Yantra River. Imagine yourself walking where Bulgarian emperors once tread, exploring the grand Tsarevets fortress – a labyrinth of palaces, a patriarchal seat, and imposing walls whispering tales of a glorious past.
But Veliko Tarnovo is more than just a fortress city! Trapezitsa, once a haven for nobility, awaits with its captivating churches, each a testament to the city's artistic heritage. Here, the echoes of the Tarnovo Artistic School – a renowned center of medieval art – still linger.
This exclusive tour, unlike any other, offers an unparalleled opportunity to delve into the heart of Veliko Tarnovo. Your local guide, a true expert, will show you the beauty and the glory of this wonderful city.
This is Veliko Tarnovo, unveiled just for you. Choose between self-guided or privately-guided experience.
What's Included
- Professional local guide (in the privately-guided option)
- Hotel pick up and drop off if needed (in the privately-guided option)
- E-guide with all sights info + audio guide (in the self-guided option)
Meeting and Pickup
Included with the option “Privately guided”.
For the pick up, please choose a hotel in the Veliko Tarnovo area.
For the option “Self-guided”.
Tsarevets
Tsar Asen Square, 5000 Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Samovodska Charshiya Complex
35 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Monument To The Assen Dynasty
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Ulitsa General Gurko
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Park Sveta Gora
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Trapezitsa Fortress
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God
15 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Activity code: C-8728P28
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