Plovdiv - Buzludzha and the Thracian kingdom valley

Overview

Small group bigger experience! • Explore the beautiful Bulgarian countryside, the nature and culture. • Visit the “Ghost of communism” – Buzludzha monument - one of the most impressive abandoned places on earth. • Visit the Valley of the Roses and the Thracian kings. • Enjoy the beauty of the famous Bulgarian roses (the roses bloom in May and June) • Visit a traditional rose distillery and an ethnographic complex. • Enjoy a delicious lunch among the rose gardens with a fantastic view. • A chance to try all kind of rose products, directly from the producer. • Look in the UNESCO Thracian tomb • Rural tourism showing the real face of Bulgaria!

Itinerary

1. Buzludzha Monument

   The Memorial House of the Bulgarian Communist Party sits on Buzludzha Peak, high up in the mountains of Bulgaria. It was opened in 1981, as a citizen-funded tribute to the socialist movement in Bulgaria – but since the country's transition to democracy it has lain abandoned.

   · 1 h

2. Valley of Roses

   We will visit the fascinated Ethnographic complex "Damascena" , located in the middle of the rose valley- village Skobelevo. This is a mix between a museum and a demonstration of historic distillery ("gyulapana") for rose oil. In the complex they have store with organic products!

   · 2 h· Admission included

3. Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak

   This unique tomb dates from the Hellenistic period, around the end of the 4th century BC. It is located near Seutopolis, the capital city of the Thracian king Seutes III, and is part of a large Thracian necropolis. The tholos has a narrow corridor and a round burial chamber, both decorated with murals representing Thracian burial rituals and culture. These paintings are Bulgaria’s best-preserved artistic masterpieces from the Hellenistic period.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

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How to use your ticket

• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions • Dress code is formal • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

Travelers

Cancellation policy

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

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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