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Join a guided walking tour of Veliko Tarnovo — the medieval capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire (12th–14th c.) and a treasure trove of history and architecture. Visit over 20 attractions.

Highlights

• Discover Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria's medieval capital
• Tour the majestic Tsarevets Fortress, standing atop a hill since the 12th cent
• Explore Samovodene Str, full of local artisan workshops like smiths and painters
• You will not be disturbed by the noise of cars, everyone receives audio guide
• Everyone listens in their own language

Description

Your English-speaking guide will meet the group near the Church of St. Peter and Paul and accompany you throughout the entire route. Each participant receives an audio guide and headphones in their chosen language (Bulgarian, English, Russian, Spanish, Italian, French, or German). The guide will give a brief instruction on how to use the devices and will hold up a numbered sign at each stop — you simply enter the number to hear the relevant story in your language. The tour covers over 20 historical and cultural sites, including: Tsarevets Fortress, with its royal palace, Patriarchal church, and Baldwin’s Tower The Royal Mausoleum, where Tsar Kaloyan and members of the royal family are buried Samovodska Charshiya, the historic Artisan Street with active workshops preserving centuries-old crafts like copperwork and royal sgraffito pottery As you explore, you’ll walk at your own pace, take photos, enter churches and museums, and enjoy detailed commentary through your audio guide. You’ll also hear authentic music from the region and unique cultural insights recorded with the support of the Veliko Tarnovo museum archives. The tour ends at the Mother Bulgaria monument, near the city’s charming shopping street, where you can relax, enjoy local cuisine, and buy handcrafted souvenirs. This experience is ideal for history lovers and curious travelers who want to immerse themselves in Bulgaria’s rich past with comfort, flexibility, and professional storytelling.

Includes

Host or guide Headphones & Audio guide device in 8 languages ENG | RO| FR | ES | IT | RU | BG |DE| Audio guide for museums: 'Tsarevets fortress'; Church-museum 'Holy Forty Martyrs'; Museum 'Prison'

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund