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Discover Veliko Tarnovo at Your Pace: Private or Self-guided tour

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2 to 4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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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

    Pickup point

    Included with the option “Privately guided”.

    Pickup details

    For the pick up, please choose a hotel in the Veliko Tarnovo area.

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    Meeting point

    For the option “Self-guided”.

    Tsarevets
    Tsar Asen Square, 5000 Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

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    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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    Tsarevets

    One of the main sights in Veliko Tarnovo
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    Veliko Tarnovo

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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    Samovodska Charshiya Complex

    One of the main sights in Veliko Tarnovo
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    35 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Monument To The Assen Dynasty

    One of the main sights in Veliko Tarnovo
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Ulitsa General Gurko

    One of the main sights in Veliko Tarnovo
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Park Sveta Gora

    One of the main sights in Veliko Tarnovo
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Trapezitsa Fortress

    One of the main sights in Veliko Tarnovo
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Mini Bulgaria Park

    One of the main sights in Veliko Tarnovo
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Patriarchal Cathedral of the Holy Ascension of God

    One of the main sights in Veliko Tarnovo
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Museum of illusions Veliko Tarnovo (pass by)

    One of the main sights in Veliko Tarnovo
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    Veliko Tarnovo Province (pass by)

    Glorious past for the whole region
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    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

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Discover Veliko Tarnovo at Your Pace: Private or Self-guided tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-8728P28

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    What's Included

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    • 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)

    Additional Info

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    • 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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