Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi Day Tour From Sofia

Price

60€

Duration

12 hours

Tour Type

Overview

Explore Bulgaria’s medieval capital, Veliko Tarnovo, on this full-day tour. Once the heart of the Bulgarian Empire, this charming town flourished between the 12th and 14th centuries. Later, under Ottoman rule, it thrived as a hub for merchants and craftsmen, with trade links extending into North Africa and Central Europe. Today, Veliko Tarnovo is celebrated as one of Bulgaria’s most beautiful cities, a must-see destination featured in many guidebooks.

Visit the iconic Tsarevets Fortress and the nearby architectural reserve of Arbanassi. Despite the 3-hour transfer from Sofia, the stunning landscapes and rich history make this journey well worth it

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • Walk through the iconic medieval hill-fortress
  • Enjoy some of the most spectacular landscapes in northern Bulgaria
  • Small-Group Experience: Benefit from a more personal, intimate tour setting
  • Explore the preserved 18th-century architectural reserve of Arbanassi

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Included/Excluded

  • Transport by a modern air-conditioned bus
  • English-speaking guide and online audio guide in different languages
  • Parking Fees
  • Food & Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entry tickets

Tour Plan

07:00 Departure from Alexander Nevski Cathedral meeting point.

Meet us behind the Alexander Nevski Cathedral, close to a restaurant called "La Cattedrale" (LINK to the meeting point on Google Maps).
Please, arrive at the meeting point at least 10 min earlier. The bus departs at 07:00 am sharp and does NOT wait for any late passengers.

10:45 Arrival in Veliko Tarnovo and guided walk of Tarnovo main sights.

Arrival in Veliko Tarnovo and start of the guided walking tour

14:15 Deaprture from Veliko Tarnovo, heading to Arbanassi village.

Departure from Veliko Tarnovo and heading to nearby village Arbanassi

14:30 Guided walking tour of Arbanassi main sights.

Start of the guided tour of Arbanassi

16:00 Departure from Arbanassi, heading back to Sofia.

Departure from Arbanassi and heading back to Sofia

19:00 Arrival at Alexander Nevski Cathedral Square (back at the tour meeting point).

After an approximate three hours driving, the tour is back at its starting point - behind the Alexander Nevski Cathedral, by the restaurant called 'La Cattedrale". (LINK to the meeting point on Google Maps).

*Please note that all of the timetables are approximate and are subject to change, depending on the size of the group and the traffic along the way.

*Please note that all of the timetables are approximate and are subject to change, depending on the size of the group and the traffic along the way.

Important Information

  • How to dress: Veliko Tarnovo has a humid continental climate experiencing warm summers and cold, snowy winters. We strongly recommend you bring a sunhat, some sun lotion and glasses for this trip during the summertime. Shoes: We strongly recommend you to wear comfortable walking shoes as most of the streets in Veliko Tarnovo and in Arbanassi are cobbled.
  • Cash or card: Kindly note that paying with a card is possible at some restaurants, cafes and stores, but paying by credit/debit cards is not possible everywhere. There are lots of ATMs in Veliko Tarnovo, which accept cards, however, for your personal expenses, we recommend bringing leva in cash with you.
  • Food: There are many restaurants in Veliko Tarnovo and in Arbanassi.
    But our recommendation is to bring your snacks § a bottle of water at least. Dining service in Bulgaria could be rather slow.

Why choose Traventuria?

At Traventuria we pride ourselves on creating unforgettable travel experiences. With expert local guides, carefully curated itineraries, and a digitally optimized booking process, we ensure that your journey is smooth from start to finish. As the original creators of the renowned tour to the Rila Monastery and Boyana Church, two UNESCO heritage sites in 1 day, we guarantee a unique and enriching adventure. Trust us to take you into the heart of the destinations you dream of exploring.

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Pierpaolo Di Raimondo
04:55 16 Jun 25
Beautiful experience! The monastery and the cave were a pleasant surprise. Our guide (Kamen) was professional and prepared: he spoke fluent Italian.
They combined (for numbers, I assume) two excursions into one but it didn't impact the program that much.
At the monastery there are 4 museums: for museum lovers there wouldn't have been time to visit them all... perhaps staying an hour more would have allowed us to optimize the time to see the museums or to take a walk: the monastery and the surrounding areas are worth it.
If possible, avoid Sundays because of the crowds.
Congratulations!
Layssa De oliveira
20:34 15 Jun 25
Magnificent experience
Claude Averoux
18:00 15 Jun 25
It was a great day, even though I didn't understand everything given my level of English.
I really enjoyed the trip to the cave, even though it was rather tiring, but a good amount of tiredness...
Elena Buza
16:42 15 Jun 25
Great experience, professional guide Antonio, saw three places, Boyana Church, Dragalevitsi and Rila Monastery with enough time for self-exploration
Abhilash Mishra
16:38 15 Jun 25
Nice Tour. Rila monastery is awesome and must visit when in Bulgaria. Antonio was our Guide for the day and he made it very interesting and provided all the Details.
Juan Fernández
13:18 15 Jun 25
saeed khodor
10:06 15 Jun 25
Well the site is great, but what made it so great was the tour guide Hristo Manov and the bus driver ofcourse peter, hristo is very informative and great company. The best thing is that we agreed that bacteria needed to make yougart is not bulgarian 😀
Gianluca Doubravsky
06:00 15 Jun 25
Zuzana Karpinská
20:37 14 Jun 25
Excelent servce.our guide Hristo Manov was knowleable,spiritual and fun . Our driver was skilfull in an uneasy terain. I higly recomend this company.
B G
18:20 14 Jun 25
We slept in and missed the bus to Rila, and the company were willing to let us meet another tour at the nearby Boyana church, and then go to Rila. Thank you so much for your understanding and flexibility. Thanks also to Hristo for his energy and friendly vibe! Well done
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