THE VALLEY OF ROSES & KOPRIVSHTITSA

Tour rose valleyTour rose valleyblooming rosesKoprivshtitsaGuided tour Koprishtitsa

About this activity

Prices from 50 euro

Approximately 11 hours

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Live guide in English for the Valley of the Roses

Easy cancellation:Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
  • Immerse yourself in the blossom and tender fragrance of the Rose Valley (roses bloom only once annually)
  • See the iconic Kazanluk Thracian Tomb (UNESCO)
  • Learn about the technology of the rose oil (and rakia (Bulgarian brandy) as well) production and sample some rose products
  • Visit and tour on your own the Revival-period Koprivshtitsa (shortstop, driver-only)

TOUR ITINERARY
  • 07:00: Departure from the starting point at the parking lot behind the main entrance of the Alexander Nevski Cathedral, in front of “la Cathedrale” restaurant.
  • 09:30: Arrival in the town of Kazanlak and meeting the English speaking guide. You’ll travel together to the rose fields, where you’ll have an excellent opportunity for some great photos.
  • 11:00: You’ll arrive at the Ethnographic Complex “Damascena”, where you’ll learn more about the production and use of the rose oil.
  • 12:30: You’ll have some free time for lunch. The guide will be with the group the entire time.
  • 13:30: A visit to the Thracian tomb, a UNESCO site, dating back from the 4th century BC.
  • 14:30: A guided visit to the elegant Russian style church of the Nativity and if time allows to the Shipka peak for great panoramic views.
  • 16:00: You’ll leave our local guide in Kazanlak and will use a different route between the Balkan and Sredna Gora Mountain. Your English-speaking driver will stop you for a short break in Koprvishtitsa, a small town showcasing in the best way the Bulgarian Renaissance architecture.
  • 18:00: Arrival at Koprivshtitsa for a short photo stop.
  • 19:30: Arrival at the starting point at Aleksander Nevski Cathedral
PRICES
  • 1 pers. – 180 Euro
  • 2 pers – 99 Euro per person
  • 3 pers – 80 Euro per person
  • 4-7 pers – 65 Euro per person
  • 8-12 pers – 60 Euro per person

Special offer of 50 euro per person for the following periods:

  • Every Saturday and Sunday (12th of May – 12th of June)

INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

  • English speaking local guide (for the Rose Valley sights only)
  • Transport by modern vehicle (car/minibus) with air condition

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:

  • Food and beverages
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrance fees 
  • Gratuities
EXTRAS
  • Entrance fee for the Kazanluk Thracian Tomb (UNESCO) –
  • Entrance fee for the Ethnographic Complex “Damascena” –
  • Pick up from your accommodation – 5/10 euros per reservation, depending on the hotel
  • Drop off at your accommodation – 5 euro per reservation

GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
  • Wear comfortable shoes suitable to walk on cobbled streets
  • Especially in summer bring a sun hat, sun lotion and sunglasses
  • The tour is not suitable for disabled people