Rose Valley Private Day Trip: Discover Rose Oil Production & Explore Kazanlak Thracian Tomb
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Embark on a fascinating day trip to Rose Valley, where you'll discover the production of rose oil and explore the UNESCO heritage site of Kazanlak Thracian Tomb. Travel in eco-friendly cars to combat air pollution.
Duration:
11 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Valley of Roses - The tour starts at 8am when the guide will take you from your hotel in Sofia. About 3 hours you will travel on a very scenic and beautiful road that goes along the Balkans mountain until you reach the famous Bulgarian Rose Valley. Your first stop will be a traditional local rosary where you will have the chance to see its rose fields and to learn more about the rose oil production in Bulgaria (Bulgaria is the world’s biggest rose oil producer).
- Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak - After that, you will continue to the small charming town of Kazanlak, in the heart of the Rose Valley, where you will be able to explore the ancient Thracian tomb, dating back to the 4th century BC, which is famous for its paintings and it is a UNESCO heritage site.
- Shipka - You will have free time for lunch and in the afternoon you will visit the beautiful Shipka Memorial Church, also known as the Memorial Temple of the Birth of Christ. The expected return to Sofia is at about 7 pm.
What's Included
- Professional live guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Comfortable transportation provided
- Explore the scenic Rose Valley and Kazanlak
- Visit all described sites
What's Not Included
- food & drinks
- rosary entrance fee- 5 euro
- Thracian tomb entrance fee- 3 euro
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Experience an excellent day out in the splendid Rose Valley. Explore a conventional local rosary and gain knowledge on the process of producing rose oil. The journey also features the age-old Thracian tomb in Kazanlak - a UNESCO protected site - and the memorial church ‘The Birth of Christ’.
Generally, the tours are carried out with environmentally friendly vehicles - equipped with CNG engines or electric cars, aiding us in the fight against atmospheric pollution.
- Available only in May and June
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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W3384bytomf
Jun 15, 2023
Great trip to Rose Valley - Our driver and guide, Simon, picked us up at our hotel at the agreed upon time. After leaving Sofia he drove us through the countryside and mountains while giving us a thorough account of the rich history of the land. Because Simon grew up and worked in the rose business in Rose Valley he was the perfect guide for the occasion being able to explain in detail aspects of the rose business. We returned with plenty of aromatic rose products.
As an added pleasure Simon took us to three tombs of Thracian kings that unfurled more of the rich history of the valley and Bulgarian history.
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