SOFIA – BULGARIA 5 DAYS

Arrival to Sofia, the capital and largest city of Bulgaria. The city is situated in the western part of the country. Is known for its historical landmarks, cultural heritage, and proximity to nature, including the Vitosha Mountains. The city is surrounded by mountains and is home to various universities, cultural institutions, and commercial companies. It has been described as the “triangle of religious tolerance” due to the proximity of temples representing Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. Transfer to hotel, free time.

After breakfast, free day to explore Sofia on your own or OPTIONAL Plovdid Day Trip from Sofia. The phrase “You must see Plovdiv to see Bulgaria!” truly describes this experience, and there is so much to explore in the country’s second-biggest city. Plovdiv (160 m a.s.l.), a 2-hour drive from Sofia, is situated in the western part of the fertile Thracian Valley. It is one of the oldest European towns contemporary to Troy and Mycenae. With about a 2-hour walking tour, you will learn about its intriguing history while exploring the charming historic quarter of the city – a fabulous architectural ensemble of beautifully decorated 19th-century houses, the ancient fortress walls, magnificent churches, and Roman structures like the 7000 seater theatre and 30,000 seater stadium.
Will admire the Old Town of Plovdiv, where art, culture, and history collide to create an unforgettable experience. Return to Sofia late afternoon.

After breakfast, free day to explore Sofia on your own or OPTIONAL 7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery full day tour
We will depart in the morning and head to Panichishte in the beautiful Rila National Park. We will ride the chairlift to the 7 Rila Lakes, where we will get free time to go on some amazing nature walks independently to experience the glacial lakes from different perspectives.

Then we will head on an 2-hour drive to Rila Monastery in a deep valley of the Rilska River. Founded in the 10th century, the monastery complex is regarded as one of Bulgaria’s most important cultural and historical monuments. We will explore the largest Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. Return to Sofia in the evening.

Breakfast at the hotel and free time till your transfer to Sofia airport. END OF TOUR