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From Sofia: In the footsteps of Spartacus, Kyustendil

Sofia from Bulgarian Fairy Tale
  • Duration10 hours
  • Max Travelers5 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryArchaeology Tours, Bus Tours

Overview

Departure point: Your hotel in Sofia

Departure time: 08:00 am

Duration: 10 hours (approx.)

Return details: Return to the initial departure point or wherever you would want to go in Sofia

Tour highlights:
•  Zemen monastery
•  The city of Kyustendil
•  The Ottoman bridge in the village of Nevestino
•  The ancient sanctuary close to the village of Nevestino

In 73 year B.C. was the biggest rebellion of slaves against the Roman republic. Their idea was led by Spartacus, the famous gladiator. In his origin, he was a Thracian, from the tribe Medi. In this tour we’ are going in the lands of this tribe, searching some pieces of the past.

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What's included

  • Hotel pick up and drop off

  • Professional guide/driver

What's Not included

  • Food and drinks

  • Gratuities

Itinerary

  • Tour highlights:n* Zemen monasteryn*The city of Kyustendiln *The Ottoman bridge in the village of Nevestinon*The ancient sanctuary close to the village of NevestinonnAt first weu2019 are going to Zemen monastery, which dated from the XIth century and you can see what look like one provincial church from the Middle Ages. The transfer from Sofia to Zemen is less than 2 hours. From Zemen weu2019ll go directly to Kyustendil and weu2019ll see the Roman ruins around the thermal baths of the ancient city Pautalia. The guide will provide you in the little streets of Kyustendil and tell you why is famous with its festivals of the cherry. Free time of 1.5 hours for lunch and enjoying the city. From Kyustendil, weu2019ll stop for a short break to see Kadin bridge and to look Struma river. From there weu2019ll drive to the village of Liliach, where weu2019 ll see a sanctuary, that was worshiped by Thracians, Romans, Christians. According to the legend, the wife of Justin I the Great came here to make her dream come true. Transfer to Sofia.nnCome with us to make legends be alive!

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Comfortable shoes are recommended

  • Minimum age is 18 years

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation Policy

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

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time
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