Day trip to Buzludzha Monument and Shipka from Veliko Tarnovo
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Explore the world famous BULGARIAN UFO - the Buzludzha monument. This is a half-day tour to Buzludzha and Shipka. You get picked from Veliko Tarnovo and we head to Buzludzha monument, which is located in Stara Planina (less than a 100km away from Tarnovo). At the Buzludzha monument, you won't be able to get inside, as it is forbidden by the government, but you will get to sneak peak inside and explore it from as close as possible. You get more than a 30 minutes rest time at the monument, which you can use freely. At the Shipka Monument, you'll be able to explore both the area and the monument itself freely, as it is open to the public. You’ll have around 20 minutes to walk around the monument, take in the stunning panoramic views, and feel the deep historical significance of this site. In addition, you can add extra time to your tour, so you could visit more landmarks on the way. We will give you the opportunity to learn the maximum about the monument and it's cultural spirit.
Your experience
Stop 1
We start from Veliko Tarnovo
Stop 2
We will pass through Gabrovo.
Stop 3
When, and before reaching the desired destination, our guide, that will accompany you, will show and tell you more about the history of the monument and more interesting stories about the surroundings. At the peak, where the monument is located, the weather is often cold and windy, so we advice you to be well dressed.
Stop 4
We will pass by it and depending on the time you want to spend on Buzludzha, you might have enough time to visit Shipka monument as well.
What’s included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Info sheets with summaries and interesting facts about the main attractions along the route.
- Fuel
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- On-board restrooms
- Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
We can meet and in front of the Tourist Information Center.
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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.
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