Rose Valley Tour & UNESCO Site Kazanlak

Kazanlak is the center of rose-oil extraction in Bulgaria and the oil-producing rose of Kazanlak is one of the most widely recognizable Bulgarian national symbols. Kazanlak is also in the area named The Valley of the Thracian Kings, because of the concentration of noble tombs, one of which is an UNESCO site. See sites that date back to the prehistoric era, and experience this hidden treasure of Bulgaria.

Itinerary

1. Rozhdestvo Hristovo Temple · 15 min

   It is a Bulgarian Orthodox church built near the town of Shipka in Stara Planina between 1885 and 1902 to Antoniy Tomishko's design in the seventeenth-century Muscovite style, under the direction of architect Alexander Pomerantsev. It is, together with the other parts of the Shipka Monument complex, dedicated to the Russian, Ukrainian and Bulgarian soldiers that died for the liberation of Bulgaria in the Russo-Turkish War, 1877-78.

2. Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak · 40 min

   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.

3. Damascena Ethnographic Complex · 1 h

   On the way back we will make a visit of 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. We come back to Sofia around 18:30h

What's included

• Hotel pickup
• Hotel Drop off
• Driver/guide in English

What's not included

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Entrance fee for Damscena rose complex and Kazanlak tomb not included.

Start time

08:30

Languages

In-person guide: English

Travellers

• Infant (1–16)
• Adult (18–99)

Options

• Rose Valley Tour & UNESCO Sitefrom €79

  The tour price includes: transfer from and to your hotel/accommodation in Sofia, guide in English, parking feesMeals and personal expenses are not included.

  Pickup included

  Start time: 08:30

  In-person guide: English

Additional information

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.