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From USD 84Full Day Trip to Bulgaria from Bucharest
Add a second country to your trip with a well paced day tour from Bucharest to northern Bulgaria, covering three distinct stops in one itinerary: Ruse, Arbanasi, and Veliko Tarnovo. After crossing the Danube, enjoy a short stop in Ruse, including the city center pedestrian area and the Holy Trinity Cathedral Church, then continue to the traditional village of Arbanasi, known for its historic houses and local atmosphere. The highlight of the day is Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria’s medieval capital, where you will visit the Tsarevets Fortress and have free time to explore and enjoy the panoramic hilltop views. A tour leader keeps the schedule on track and shares practical context about Bulgaria between stops, making this an easy, efficient way to experience the country in one day. Timings may vary depending on border procedures and traffic.
From USD 100Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi day tour from Sofia with pickup
Visit ¨the City of Tsars¨ with the most impressive medieval fortress in Bulgaria. Take the advantage of this small-group tour with free hotel pickup.
From USD 18Guided Walking Tour of Veliko Tarnovo
The guide will meet you near the Church St. Peter and Paul. You will visit more than 20 attractions and cultural monuments of Veliko Tarnovo. For convenience and good audibility of the excursion, you will be given audio guides and headphones. You will move comfortably, enter the museums and temples, take photographs, and all this will allow you not to stand next to the guide. The tour will end at the Mother Bulgaria monument, not far from the Samovodska Charshiya shopping street, where you can eat and buy unique beautiful souvenirs. With us you will see the sights of Veliko Tarnovo freely, in your own language, and at your own pace!
From USD 12Veliko Tarnovo and fortress Tsarevets Self Guided Audio Tour
Step into the medieval heart of Bulgaria and discover the magic of Veliko Tarnovo — a city of царские крепости, живописные улицы и захватывающие панорамные виды. This immersive audio-guided tour lets you experience the rich history and vibrant atmosphere of the former Bulgarian capital at your own pace, revealing stories, legends, and hidden details you might otherwise miss. You will explore Veliko Tarnovo & fortress Tsarevets on your own at your own pace, with the help of an audio guide and a map of the excursion route. Approaching the desired object, you dial its number and start playback. After paying for the tour, a link with access to audio files will be sent to your email. On the day of the excursion you have chosen, the link will become active and will be valid for 24 hours. You will listen to audio recordings through your phone. Internet consumption is minimal!
From USD 108Monasteries and Waterfalls Tour from Veliko Tarnovo
Explore some of the most beautiful natural and cultural landmarks around Veliko Tarnovo with our guided tours to monasteries and waterfalls. You can choose between two options, depending on how adventurous you want your journey to be. The first option is a 3-hour off-road tour with a 4x4 jeep, where you are a passenger and our professional guide drives you. This tour includes off-road terrain, taking you through scenic forest paths and less accessible terrain for a more immersive experience in nature. The second option is a 2-hour tour with without off-road included. We embark on this route with a normal car. This is ideal for travelers who prefer to experience a more relaxing tour and enjoy the nature's beauty. You can visit breathtaking sites like Hotnitsa Waterfall and Preobrazhenski Monaster. Other routes are available upon request. Discover Bulgaria’s natural beauty and history
From USD 70Help the hosts: Breadmaking, Yoghurt making and Cattle Keeping
Wonderful experience with local hosts. Learn how to make traditional Bulgarian bread and yoghurt. Help the locals with the cattle. Merge yourself with the locals for an unforgettable experience. We operate this tour in more than 20 destinations all around Bulgaria with local people. You will get the local flavor of the experience. Note that the activities differ from destination to destination as for example in destination Sofia we show the cattle keeping. For everyone in Veliko Tarnovo the activity happens in the unique Salasuka village with workshop on preparation and baking the traditional bread, milk fermentation, garden daily life activities and light lunch. For the customers in Bansko and the area of Bansko, the activity happens in Vlahi village which is really authentic and very interesting. For the customers in Varna, Dolishte village is used. Please, note that this is a more specific product and contact us as it may incur additional costs.
From USD 247Day trip to Buzludzha Monument and Shipka from Veliko Tarnovo
Explore the world famous BULGARIAN UFO - the Buzludzha monument. This is a half-day tour to Buzludzha and Shipka. You get picked from Veliko Tarnovo and we head to Buzludzha monument, which is located in Stara Planina (less than a 100km away from Tarnovo). At the Buzludzha monument, you won't be able to get inside, as it is forbidden by the government, but you will get to sneak peak inside and explore it from as close as possible. You get more than a 30 minutes rest time at the monument, which you can use freely. At the Shipka Monument, you'll be able to explore both the area and the monument itself freely, as it is open to the public. You’ll have around 20 minutes to walk around the monument, take in the stunning panoramic views, and feel the deep historical significance of this site. In addition, you can add extra time to your tour, so you could visit more landmarks on the way. We will give you the opportunity to learn the maximum about the monument and it's cultural spirit.
From USD 34Discover Veliko Tarnovo at Your Pace: Private or Self-guided tour
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.
From USD 41ATV and UTV Off-Road Tour in Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi
With over eight years of experience and a fleet of more than 15 off-road vehicles, HILLVIEW offers far more than a standard ATV rental. Guests drive the machines themselves, choosing between ATVs and BUGGYs. Every tour starts with safety equipment, a detailed briefing and supervised practice on our training track, so no previous off-road experience is needed. Our professional guide adapts the pace to the group, making the experience suitable for solo travelers, families and large groups. Starting from Arbanasi, the tour combines genuine off-road driving with panoramic views of Veliko Tarnovo, while longer routes may also include a monastery or waterfall.
From USD 22Bulgarian Wine Tasting Experience in Veliko Tarnovo
Bulgaria has one of Europe’s oldest wine traditions, and this experience brings that heritage to life through the wines of our region. What makes the tasting special is the opportunity to discover wines from small Bulgarian wineries and local producers that many international travellers have never encountered before. You’ll explore distinctive Bulgarian grape varieties such as Gamza, Red Misket and Dimyat, while your host shares the stories behind the wines, the wineries and the terroir that shapes them. But this isn’t a formal wine lesson. Using our professional 88-aroma kit, you’ll smell, compare, taste and discover the wines for yourself in a relaxed and interactive way. More than a tasting, it’s a journey into Bulgarian wine culture — right in the heart of Veliko Tarnovo.
From USD 32Bulgarian Wine & Traditional Food Tasting in Veliko Tarnovo
This experience brings Bulgarian wine and traditional local food together at one table. Taste 5 carefully selected Bulgarian wines from boutique wineries in Central Northern Bulgaria, paired with artisan cheeses, regional cured meats, local sausages, olives and fresh bread. Along the way, discover distinctive Bulgarian grape varieties such as Gamza, Red Misket and Dimyat, and hear the stories of the wineries, the people behind the wines and the terroir of the region. You’ll also explore the aromas in your glass using our professional 88-aroma kit, making the tasting interactive, relaxed and accessible even if you know nothing about wine. What makes this experience special is not just what you taste — it’s the opportunity to discover Bulgarian culture through its wine, food and stories, right in the historic heart of Veliko Tarnovo.
From USD 46Bulgarian Wine & Truffle Tasting Experience in Veliko Tarnovo
A wine tasting where Bulgarian wine meets one of the region’s most distinctive gourmet flavours — truffles. Taste 5 carefully selected Bulgarian wines, including a special aged wine, paired with truffle specialties, aged cheeses and local delicacies. What makes this experience different is the pairing itself. You’ll discover how the aromas and flavours of Bulgarian wines change when combined with truffle products and carefully selected regional foods. Your host will guide you through each pairing while sharing the stories behind the wines, Bulgarian grape varieties and local food traditions. Set in the historic Samovodska Charshia, this relaxed 90-minute experience is designed for travellers who want to taste Bulgaria, not simply visit it.
From USD 21Tasting of 3 Wines + Special Selection of Appetizers
Bulgaria has been producing wine for over 5,000 years — and nowhere is that heritage more alive than in Central Northern Bulgaria, the heartland of the country's most distinctive grape varieties. What sets this experience apart is access. We work exclusively with boutique family wineries and centuries-old cellars that you simply cannot visit on your own — producers who pour their entire identity into every bottle. You'll taste wines made from grape varieties found nowhere else on Earth: Gamza, Red Misket, and Dimyat — grapes that produce wines which are fresh, smooth, and effortlessly elegant. Your expert host will take you through the story of each winery, the unique terroir of the region, and why these local varieties are quietly becoming some of Europe's most exciting wines. This isn't a standard wine tasting. It's an introduction to a wine culture the world is only beginning to discover — and you'll experience it first, right here in Veliko Tarnovo.
From USD 18Interactive Presentation about Bulgarian Poets
We are a creative house with a lot of artists working here and the stories you will hear about our poets will be presented by a poet itself. A real story that you will be able to tell after your visit and a philosophical question that will be able to discuss together.
From USD 15Admission Ticket to Illusions in Museum in Veliko Turnovo
The Illusions in Museum in Veliko Turnovo turns the notions of reality and shakes the confidence in one's own eyes! A memorable meeting of science and entertainment in 500 square meters awaits you at the most amazing museum in Veliko Tarnovo. We have prepared over 100 illusions, both optical and physical, that will take you to a new world: holograms, 3D paintings, a levitating orb, an inverted room, an Ames room, and more. Only here will we show you interactive Veliko Tarnovo 100 years ago and an artistic copy of the Tsarevets fortress of sand with the audio-visual spectacle "Sound and Light". Only here you have a special Jedi place to take your coolest photos while hovering in the air. The Illusions in Museum in Veliko Turnovo awaits you every day of the week. Come and see how illusions happen!
From USD 58Veliko Tarnovo Exquisite Wine Tasting
Taste an unforgettable selection of Bulgarian wines with appetizers. We have sorted the best of the best so that you can say "Yes, I tasted true Bulgarian wine". Come and try this absolute favorite experience in Veliko Tarnovo.
From USD 11Monastery of the Holy Transfiguration of God Self-Guided
Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow. An unique product which brings you stress-free travel at your own pace in the Monastery of the Holy Transfiguration of God near Veliko Tarnovo. Very flexible and easy for the customer.
From USD 295Private Driver to Bucharest from Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria)
Professional transfers with Small Car or Minivan to your Hotel (vacation rentals, points of interest) in Bucharest from Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) - hotel, vacation rentals, points of interest ; OUR SERVICE GUARANTEES: • Discretion • Useful tips and information regarding any activities you have planned • Flexibility
From USD 186Private Transfer from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia (SOF) Airport
Take the worry out of your departure to Sofia (SOF) Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis at the hotel, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.
From USD 306Velico Tarnavo (Bulgaria) to Bucharest (Romania) - Private Transfer Car Driver
Just let us know the time and the place from where we should pick you up. We guarantee discretion, tips and useful information about any activities you have planned. and flexibility. It should not surprise you that with us you get a private driver whose only purpose is to make your trip memorable, in a positive way.
From USD 60City tours - Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanasi and 4x4 e-scooters thrill
This experience combines two completely different ways of exploring the area. First, discover the highlights and panoramic views of Veliko Tarnovo during a guided drive. Then continue to historic Arbanasi and ride your own electric 4x4 scooter through its old streets, cultural landmarks and scenic surroundings. Unlike a standard walking or car tour, this experience combines sightseeing, local history and light off-road adventure. Detailed instructions, safety equipment and supervised practice are included, making the tour suitable even for first-time riders. - Ideal experience for beginners. You can change the 4x4 scooter with e-bikes upon request at no extra charge. - Visit key attractions in Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi village - Enjoy a personalized tour with opportunities for photo breaks and insights - Conveniently located starting point in the center of Veliko Tarnovo
From USD 21Guide and Entrance for the Mini Bulgaria Park near Veliko Tarnovo
Unique is the whole idea of creating miniatures in a scale of 1:25 of all the top Bulgarian sights on a piece of land. You could visit and explore those sights with our e-guided or audio guided tour option. Are you ready for a super fun, outdoor visit while in Veliko Tarnovo?
From USD 22Pokémon GO Private Tour of Veliko Tarnovo
This unique Pokémon tour will lead you in one of the most beautiful cities situated on three hills, Tsarevets, Trapezitsa and Sveta Gora raising amidst the meanders of the Yantra. Choose between a privately-guided and self-guided option of this tour. Be prepared for this thrilling Pokémon hunt with a professional local expert in Pokémon guiding.
From USD 22Audio Guide for All Veliko Tarnovo & Gabrovo Sights, Attractions or Experiences
Our audio guide gives you the flexibility to load on your phone or any device and listen as many times as you would like. Fully flexible and organized in English, Bulgarian or Russian language covering all the sights, stories and experiences you do find in a single destination of your choice. We give you the flexibility you need with a single charge which allows to be used up to 10 days.