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From Sofia: Koprivshtitsa and the land of the past
- Duration10 hours
- Max Travelers5 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryArchaeology Tours, Bus Tours
Overview
Join us in this adventure to feel the past! We’ll show you three different historical periods in the Bulgarian lands – The neolithic age, Late Antiquity, and the Bulgarian Revival (18-19 century). That’s why we call this tour our time machine.
In this trip, you will see how the people came and started living in the Balkan peninsula, how Christianity spread in the 4th century and how Bulgarians fought for their freedom and independence.
Come to the place where the time stops.
Gallery
What's included
Hotel pick up and drop off
Professional guide/driver
What's Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Itinerary
The tour will start with the village Chavdar, where was the Neolithic settlement, made 7000 years ago. You will see their tools, how they made their houses, and how was their everyday life.
Later weu2019ll stop in Koprivshtitsa u2013 a hidden gem in Sredna Gora mountain. A lot of famous Bulgarians were born here u2013 Bulgarians that they changed the history.nThe biggest uprising against the Ottoman empire started from here, a final step to the dreams of Bulgarians u2013 the freedom. Weu2019ll see some of the houses, very well preserved from the 19th century, and the Runny rocks, where is the monument of Benkovski, one of the commanders of the April uprising.nFree time to enjoy of the Bulgarian cuisine to taste the hangover soup or fried bread with the Bulgarian spice u2013 colorful salt.
House from the XIXth century.
House from the XIXth century.
House from the XIXth century.
House from the XIXth century.
A panoramic view of the town Koprivstitsa.
House from the XIXth century.
House from the XIXth century.
The end of the tour will be with the Elenska basilica u2013 ruins of a temple, dated in the century when Christianity became the official religion in the Roman empire.
Good to know
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.