Veliko Tarnovo, Reserve of Bozhentsi and Etar
Tour schedule:
From 155 BGN
Price for Adult: 175 BGN with VAT.
Price for Child (3-16): 155 BGN with VAT.
Price for Senior/Student: 155 BGN with VAT.
Price for Group over 4 people: 165 BGN with VAT.
Tour Details
Veliko Tarnovo
The upsurge of Veliko Tarnovo is related to the period of the Second Bulgarian Empire (1185 – 1393). In 1185, the town was declared a capital of the restored Bulgarian State by the brothers Asen and Petar, who declared the end of the Byzantine dominion, which continued for 167 years.
The village of Bozhentsi is one of the most beautiful architectural reserves in Bulgaria. Was proclaimed an architectural and historical reserve in 1964 and is part of UNESCO’s cultural monuments.
Architectural and Ethnographic Complex Etar is an open air museum, established in 1964. Its purpose is to present the architecture and the style of life in Gabrovo and the region during the second half of the 18th century and the beginning of the 19th century.
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 you can arrange your pick up point in advance with member of our booking team.
∗ Visit to the medieval town of Veliko Tarnovo. Our first stop will be the Tsarevets fortress.
∗ Visit to the Architectural and Ethnographic Complex Etar.
∗ Lunch and relax in a traditional country restaurant while enjoying deliciously prepared food and lovely atmosphere.
∗ Discover the Historical and Architectural Reserve “Bozhentsi” and learn about the history of Bulgarian culture in the village.
∗ Departure back to Sofia.
Our tour guides will tell you many interesting facts about the history of these magnificent places.
We are glad that we spent memorable moments together and we will be happy to meet you soon!
Places You’ll See



Tour Interary:
Day Tour
∗ 08:30: Tour starts from the parking behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral or at your preferable location if requested in advance at the time of booking. The trip to the Architectural and Ethnographic Complex Etar lasts about two and a half hours through picturesque Bulgarian nature, towns and small villages.
∗ 11:00 – 12:30: Discover the medieval fortress Tsarevets, where the medieval kings reigned over the centuries.
∗ 13:00 – 14:00: Visit to the Architectural and Ethnographic Complex Etar. You will discover the only collection in Bulgaria of technical installations driven by water – filling mills, water mills, grindstones, etc.
∗ 14:00 – 15:00: Lunch and relax in a traditional country restaurant while enjoying deliciously prepared food, fine wine and lovely atmosphere.
∗ 15:00 – 15:30: Departure to the Historical and Architectural Reserve “Bozhentsi”near the town of Gabrovo.
∗ 15:30 – 16:30: An enjoyable afternoon in the village of Bozhentsi , the village was proclaimed an architectural and historical reserve in 1964 and is part of UNESCO’s cultural monuments. The National Revival architecture has been preserved in the village and due to this, it is forbidden any construction of buildings that do not fit to the village’s style.
∗ 17:00: Departure back to Sofia.
∗ 19:30: 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 are glad that we spent memorable moments together and we will be happy to meet you soon!
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.
Veliko Tarnovo
The upsurge of Veliko Tarnovo is related to the period of the Second Bulgarian Empire (1185 – 1393). In 1185, the town was declared a capital of the restored Bulgarian State by the brothers Asen and Petar, who declared the end of the Byzantine dominion, which continued for 167 years. After its selection to be a capital, the town developed fast, as within the period 12th – 14th century it was the most unconquerable Bulgarian fortress, as well as the cultural and intellectual center of Bulgaria.
You will enter the Wax Museum. At the Museum you will have the opportunity to learn priceless cultural historical and architectural heritage.
Visit the fortress Tsarevets and Trapezitsa, feel the romance of the old town, where the medieval kings reigned and unique churches below the fortress pillars of Bulgarian spirit through the centuries.
The village of Bozhentsi is one of the most beautiful architectural reserves in Bulgaria. It is located 15 kilometers east of Gabrovo and impresses with its well-preserved houses and public buildings. From the time of the Bulgarian Revival.
The village of Bozhentsi was proclaimed an architectural and historical reserve in 1964 and is part of UNESCO’s cultural monuments.
Architectural and Ethnographic Complex Etar is an open air museum, established in 1964. Its purpose is to present the architecture and the style of life in Gabrovo and the region during the second half of the 18th century and the beginning of the 19th century.
Also the complex is one of the top attractions for a day tour. In fact the museum contains only collection in Bulgaria of technical installations, driven by water a total of 50 sites – houses with craft workshops, water installations and other buildings.
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 member of our staff if you have any alergy to the ingredients of the dishs or you not sure of what ingredients a dish contains.
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Veliko Tarnovo, Reserve of Bozhentsi and Etar
Tour schedule:
From 155 BGN
Price for Adult: 175 BGN with VAT,
Price for Child (3-16): 155 BGN with VAT.
Price for Senior/Student: 155 BGN with VAT.
Price for Group over 4 people: 165 BGN with VAT.
Price included:
∗ The excursion is Upon request.
∗ Returning transport will be by coach from pick up point and drop off point.
∗ Visit to the town of Veliko Tarnovo.
∗ Visit to the Historical and Architectural Reserve Bozhentsi.
∗ Visit to the Architectural and Ethnographic Complex Etar.
∗ Professional local guide included.
Price excluded:
∗ Personal expenses.
∗ Lunch.
∗ Entrance fees for all museums and attractions.