Belogradchik & Venetsa Cave Private Tour

79 € / per person

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Your Belogradchik and Venetsa Cave private tour

Join us on a scenic journey through the Petrohan Balkan range to explore the hidden gems of Belogradchik and Venetsa Cave. We’ll begin by visiting the majestic Belogradchik Rocks, where you’ll marvel at unique formations like the Madonna, the Rabbit, and the Ice-Age Squirrel, while delving into the fortress’s rich history and captivating legends. Next, we’ll continue to the dazzling Venetsa Cave, where vibrant LED lights highlight its stunning natural formations, offering plenty of time to soak in the beauty and browse for souvenirs. Following this, we’ll savor local wines and rakia at the renowned Magura Cave winery, adding a delightful touch to your adventure. Finally, as we journey back to Sofia, you’ll reflect on unforgettable memories of nature, history, and culture, ensuring this extraordinary experience stays with you.

Quick information

Duration:

Start: 8:30 h
End: 19:00 h
Driving time – 6h approx.

Accessibility:

Not accessible

Important:

Good walking shoes. Some steep steps and climbing uphill. Snack or sandwich recommended.

Overview

Itinerary

Tour itinerary for Belogradchik and Venetsa Cave tour

8:30 Departure from Serdika meeeting point 2, Maria Luiza boulevard across McDonalds – a scenic but mountainous 3h drive through Petrohan Balkan range pass (some consecutive turns).
11:30 Walk uphill to the top part of the fortress. On the way we can enjoy the funny-looking forms of the rocks and use our imagination to “see” the figures of the Madonna, the Rabbit, the Turtle, The Ice-Age Squirrel, the Rebel and many more, learn the history of the Fortress during the different periods, hear the frightening legends of prisoners and rebels. The parking lot offers some nice souvenir shops, a good variety of wine and rakia (local strong brandy) from the Magura cave wine cellar.
13:30 A short drive to a nearby newly-opened cave Venetsa (The Wreath), very well organised and beautifully lit with colorful led lamps. It contains only natural formations. After the visit a quick lunch may be offered (paid extra) if time permits.
16:00 Departure to Sofia.
18:30 – 19:00 Return to Serdika meeeting point in Sofia.

The itinerary may vary depending on road conditions, weather, traffic or other. Please note that the drive to Belogradchik is fairly long and mostly mountainous and with turns on the way to Belogradchik. The return leg is on a straight motorway.

More details

Belogradchik and Venetsa cave overview

The name of the town literally means “small white town,” which is situated in the foothills of the Balkan Mountains just east of the Serbian border and about 50 km south of the Danube River. It has been known as a settlement since the Roman period and has passed through all the Bulgarian history. As a guard of this heritage stands the medieval fortress. The place is famous for its unique and impressive rock formations, the Belogradchik Rocks, which cover an area of 90 square kilometers and reach up to 200 meters in height. They were also nominated for the new Seven Wonders of the World.

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Departure point

Departure point for this tour is from your hotel or accommodation in Sofia on the condition that it is in the city limits.

Prices

The private tour price is based on the number of people in your party. Also you can book our budget group option however available on certain days every week. For larger groups please send us a request at: info@vtravel.bg