Kazanlak Tour

79 € / per person

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Your Kazanlak Private Tour

Set out on an unforgettable private Kazanlak tour , traveling over 200 km east of Sofia while enjoying the stunning views of the Balkan range.

Firstly, after a smooth three-hour drive through picturesque landscapes, we will start our journey at the stunning Shipka Memorial Church, a 17th-century Russian-style masterpiece honoring fallen soldiers of the 1878 Liberation. Continuing our exploration, we will visit Goliama Kosmatka, the impressive tomb of Seuthes III, before enjoying a quick yet delicious lunch.

Next, we will head to Kazanlak to admire the UNESCO-listed Thracian Tomb, renowned for its vivid murals, including a moving farewell scene between a couple. On our way back to Sofia, we will make a delightful stop at a local rose garden and distillery, such as Damascena, where you can learn about rose essence extraction and even purchase fragrant souvenirs, concluding your private Kazanlak tour with unforgettable memories of history, culture, and nature.

Quick information

Duration:

Start: 8:30 h
End: 18:30 h

Accessibility:

Yes, fairly accessible

Driving time:

6 h 30 m approximately

Recommended period:

All year round, best period 15th May- 15th June (rose picking)

Important:

Comfortable shoes

Overview

Itinerary

Itinerary for Kazanlak Private Tour

8:30 We start our private Kazanlak tour which is located over 200 km east of Sofia along the Balkan range. The renovated road takes you there in about 3 hours’ scenic drive. We start our visit with Shipka Memorial Church, built after the Liberation from Turkish occupation in 1878 in honor of the Russian and Bulgarian victims, in a rich and beautiful 17th century Russian style. Then we go to Goliama Kosmatka – the tomb of Seuthes 3rd. After a quick lunch in a nearby restaurant, we go to Kazanlak for a visit of the UNESCO world heritage tomb. The monument dates back to the 4th century BC and its murals are memorable for the splendid horses and especially for the gesture of farewell, in which the seated couple grasp each other’s wrists in a moment of tenderness and equality. On the way back we will visit a local rose garden and distillery (Damascena or other), where you will see how rose essence is extracted and you will be able to buy some rose-scented souvenirs.
19:00 We arrive back to Sofia.
Please note this is a fast-paced private Kazanlak tour, so we kindly ask you to follow your guide closely and promptly.

More details

Kazanlak Overview

Kazanlak is located in the very central part of Bulgaria, right in the heart of the Valley of Roses or also known as the Valley of the Thracian Kings. The oldest settlement in the area of the modern-day city dates back to the Neolithic era (6th-5th millennium BC). During the 4th-3rd centuries BC the Thracian ruler Seuthes 3rd took an important place in the historical development of Thrace during the Hellenistic era. The Thracian city of Seuthopolis was discovered near Kazanlak and thoroughly studied at the time of the construction of the Koprinka Reservoir.

Kazanlak is the center of rose-oil extraction in Bulgaria and the oil-producing rose of Kazanlak is one of the most widely recognizable national symbols. Bulgaria is the major supplier of rose oil in the world for the cosmetic industry and Kazanlak’s rose gardens are the largest rose gardens in the whole world. It is one of the very little places in the entire world that can grow this particular rose (Rosa Damascena or Rose from Damascus).

Activity map

Departure point

Departure point for this tour is from your hotel or accommodation within Sofia city limits. You will be notified for the exact pick up time from our agents approximately 2 days before your tour.

Prices

Prices:

The private tour price is based on the number of people in your party.

1 person

229 € per person

2 person

129 € per person

3 person

99 € per person

4 – 8 persons

89 € per person

9 – 18 persons

79 € per person

Included:

Pick-up / drop-off from your accommodation in Sofia
Professional tour guide in English
Parking fees

Not included:

Meals
Personal expenses
Entrance fees

Reviews

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   Declan Dowd 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stefan was great! We were in a pinch and he drove us all the way to the airport. The tour its self was very well run and smooth. Couldn’t recommend more.
  
 
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   Aidan Boyle 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Stefan was very good, and very knowledgeable, tour also ran a bit late, and he did what he did to help us get to our flight. Thank you
  
 
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   Jack Turek 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great guy. Stefan rushed us to the airport giving us a chance to make our flight home. Great service.
  
 
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   Jordan Wright 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The tour was really good. The spa and pool was exception recommend to anyone who doesn't know where to go.
  
 
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   Galena Donovan 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The trip was very interesting and leisurely attractive.  Rila monastery is absolutely stunning and then we enjoyed the hottest  thermal baths and swimming pools. What a lovely day!
  
 
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   Alayla Castle-Herbert 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a really good day trip to Nis with this company. It was very organised with excellent communication beforehand and during, and smooth comfortable travelling in the vehicle. It was really interesting to visit all the different locations and learn a bit more about the history, even though some of it wasn’t always pleasant such as the visit to the concentration camp. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly and gave a good mix of background information while also letting us find out more and explore the sites themselves, as well as going out of his way to make aure we had places we could eat/exchange money/pay with card in Nis itself.
  
 
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   דוד קדם 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It is evident that Philip, the guide, is very knowledgeable.
An excellent driver, friendly, and with a sense of humor.
We really enjoyed the tour and the sites we visited.
  
 
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   Magdalena Zając 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Belogradchik was breathtaking! We received clear instructions before the trip and had just enough time to enjoy the sites
  
 
  
  
 
 
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