Cross Forest, Karadjov stone and Belintash
Tour schedule:
From 175 BGN
Price for Adult: 185 BGN with VAT.
Price for Child (3-16): 175 BGN with VAT.
Price for Senior/Student: 175 BGN with VAT.
Price for Group over 4 people: 180 BGN with VAT.
Tour Details
Krastova gora is a place in the central part of the Rhodope Mountains in Bulgaria. Near is the Krastov Vrah (1545 m), from which it takes its name.
It is also known as the Rhodope Holy Forest because of the monastery complex Holy Trinity located there.
Also the area is famous for the Christian sanctuary on Mount Krasta.
Which is a Christian pilgrimage center of international fame.
The legend tells that a large monastery rose on this peak, in which a part of the Lord’s Cross was kept.
Highlights:
∗ Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or at your preferable location if requested in advance at the time of booking.
∗ The journey takes about three and the half hours to the picturesque Krastova gora in the Rhodope Mountains.
∗ Enjoyable day in the area of Krastova gora.
∗ Visit to the Church of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin.
∗ Visit to the complex of "12 apostles" of 12 chapels, located on both sides of the staircase to the top of the Cross with the crucifix.
− "St. Heptads ".
− "St. the apostle James".
− "St. the Apostle Peter".
− "St. the apostle Paul".
− "St. Apostle Thomas".
− "St. Apostle Andrew ".
− "St. Apostle Philip".
− "St. Apostle Simon the Canaanite".
− "St. the Apostle Bartholomew".
− "St. Apostle Mark the Evangelist".
− "St. the apostle Luke".
− "St. the apostle Matthew".
∗ Visit to the 3 chapels, northwest after the top with the cross: “St. John of Rila ”,“ St. Three Saints ”and“ St. Visarion, Bishop of Smolyan.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area.
∗ Hiking for about one hour to pleasant forest path to the Karadjov stone. Karadjov stone is a Thracian sanctuary was associated with the world of the dead.
∗ From the Karadjov stone we taking the last trek to the the Thracian cult site Belintash. Trek takes approximatly two hours.
∗ After short break we geting to the bus.
∗ Departure back to Sofia.
ATTENTION:
∗ Mandatory requirement for tourists – Before the start of each mountain hike, clients receive instruction from a licensed mountain guide and undertake to comply with the instructions given to them.
∗ Changes in the program are possible, based on objective factors, mostly of meteorological nature.
PERSONAL EQUIPMENT:
∗ Please wear comfortable hiking boots, warm clothes, dry food, water, raincoate.
∗ Windproof and waterproof jacket.
∗ Extra garment (fleece).
∗ Water bottle at least 1 liter.
∗ Hat/towel, sunscreen and sunglasses, raincoat.
∗ Insole (optional).
∗ In bad weather conditions the program can be shortened or replaced.
RECOMMENDED INFORMATION:
∗ Food for lunch, picnic type. It is recommended to consider in advance that your food is as energetic and healthy as possible.
∗ Travelers should have a moderate to good level of physical fitness.
In case of medical issues or allergies you should always consult your tour representative if you are not sure of what ingredients a dish contains.
Places You’ll See
Tour Interary:
Day Tour
∗ 07:30: Tour starts from the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral or you will be picked up from the place, if arranged with member of our booking team in advance.
∗ 07:30 – 11:00: The journey takes about three and the half hours to the picturesque Krastova gora in the Rhodope Mountains.
∗ Enjoyable day in the area of Krastova gora.
∗ Visit to the Church of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin.
∗ Visit to the complex of “12 apostles” of 12 chapels, located on both sides of the staircase to the top of the Cross with the crucifix.
− “St. Heptads “.
− “St. the apostle James”.
− “St. the Apostle Peter”.
− “St. the apostle Paul”.
− “St. Apostle Thomas”.
− “St. Apostle Andrew “.
− “St. Apostle Philip”.
− “St. Apostle Simon the Canaanite”.
− “St. the Apostle Bartholomew”.
− “St. Apostle Mark the Evangelist”.
− “St. the apostle Luke”.
− “St. the apostle Matthew”.
∗ Visit to the 3 chapels, northwest after the top with the cross: “St. John of Rila ”,“ St. Three Saints ”and“ St. Visarion, Bishop of Smolyan.
∗ A pleasant picnic amidst the captivating tranquility in the area.
∗ Hiking for about one hour to pleasant forest path to the Karadjov stone. Karadjov stone is a Thracian sanctuarywas associated with the world of the dead.
∗ From the Karadjov stone we taking the last trek to the the Thracian cult site Belintash. Trek takes approximatly two hours.
∗ After short break we geting to the bus.
∗ 16:30: Departure back to Sofia.
∗ 20:00: Expected time of arrival in Sofia at the parking lot behind Alexander Nevsky Cathedral or at your preferable location if requested in advance at the time of booking.
We miss you already – Hope that will see you again.
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Pick up/ Drop off points:
Our team will be waiting to greet you at the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral, http://!!!Green Valleys meeting point SOFIA google/maps!!!, or you can arranged your Pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time for boarding.
Krastova gora is a place in the central part of the Rhodope Mountains in Bulgaria. Near is the Krastov Vrah (1545 m), from which it takes its name.
It is also known as the Rhodope Holy Forest because of the monastery complex “Holy Trinity” located there.
Also the area is famous for the Christian sanctuary on Mount Krasta. Which is a Christian pilgrimage center of international fame. On the hill was built a monastery complex “Holy Trinity” of chapels. Better known by the name of the place Krastova gora.
The legend tells that a large monastery rose on this peak, in which a part of the Lord’s Cross was kept.
Food:
Our guests can choose between different diet menu, including vegetarian, Jain or non-vegetarian meals (Halal will not always be available).
Guests should advise the tour representative of their preferred diet on day one. You should always consult a member of our staff if you have any alergy to the ingredients of the dishes or you not sure of what ingredients a dish contains.
Why to choose us:
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Cross Forest, Karadjov stone and Belintash
Tour schedule:
From 175 BGN
Price for Adult: 185 BGN with VAT,
Price for Child (3-16): 175 BGN with VAT.
Price for Senior/Student: 175 BGN with VAT.
Price for Group over 4 people: 180 BGN with VAT.
Price included:
∗ Returning transport will be by coach from pick up point and drop off point.
∗ Visit to the Krastova gora.
∗ Visit to the Karadjov stone.
∗ Visit to the Thracian cult site Belintash.
∗ Professional local guide included.
∗ Insurance included.
Price excluded:
∗ Personal expenses.
