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Drive to Rila monastery in the Rila Mountains from Sofia around 09:00 AM and rest for two hours. Explore Bulgaria's largest and most prominent Orthodox cloister upon arrival. Discover magnificent paintings painted by a well-known Bulgarian National Revival artist on the arched balcony. Views of the mountains and a golden iconostasis are just a few of the highlights.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Leave Sofia early in the morning on a shuttle bus driven by a helpful English speaker. Comfortably travel to Panichishte in the Rila National Park by air-conditioning. Get a briefing from your driver upon arrival, who will explain the many paths and alternatives you have to ascend the mountain.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t The shuttle service is located behind Sofia's St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral. Then, amid the stunning Rila Mountains, see the historic Rila Monastery.<\/p> Ivan Rilski, a hermit monk who established the complex in 927 AD, gives visitors more than two hours of free time. See the main church's frescoes and the medieval tower on your own. See gold-plated iconostasis and priceless icons from the 14th to the 19th century as you stroll through peaceful outdoor passageways covered with magnificent mosaics.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Early in the morning, in front of Alexander Nevski, a tour departs. The first stop on this tour will be the Boyana Church, a three-building complex on the edge of Sofia that is on the UNESCO list.<\/p> In the 13th century, Sebastocrator Kaloyan ordered a second two-story edifice to be built next to the original eastern church, which was established in the 10th century. Next, you'll get a tour of Rila Monastery, where you'll be able to see the beautiful artwork and architecture as well as hear about the history of the monastery from your guide.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t The capital of Bulgaria, Sofia, is home to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites that are well worth a day trip. To get things started, we'll gather at 9:00 am outside of Sofia's St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral. You may sit back and relax for the next two hours while your English-speaking driver takes you to the Rila.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Macedonia's capital, Skopje, is around 3.5 hours away from Sofia by car. On this one-day trip, you'll get the opportunity to see Skopje and its rich history and culture.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t After being picked up from your Sofia hotel or lodging, take in the gorgeous journey to Plovdiv for an hour and a half. Visit the Roman Theatre and the Roman Stadium to learn about the city's history. As you walk around the historic Old Town, you can look at the Revival-style buildings, museums, and cobblestone streets and admire them.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Plovdiv, one of Europe's oldest cities, is the first stop on our full-day excursion from Sofia. On a guided walking tour, you can see this 8,000-year-old city, which has been home to many different cultures over the years.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Nessebar, Ravda, and Pomorie bays are all included in this half-day boat tour. Swim, sunbathe, or go fishing while taking in the breathtaking views of the ocean's shoreline. You will gain a better understanding of the area, its species, and habitat by listening to the guided discussion.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t A trip to the harbor for a VIP catamaran and hotel pick-up are included. Upon arrival, you are given a safety briefing and information on the itinerary and schedule. Drinks such as coffee, tea, and alcoholic beverages (beer and wine) are available in the bar.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t On a one-day excursion from Sofia, you may see the Belogradchik rocks, located in the Balkan Mountains in Bulgaria. From Sofia, it will take 2.5 to 3 hours to get here. Most of the rocks are comprised of sandstone, which is found in many different formations. They were nominated in 2009 as one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Explore Sofia\u2019s hidden nightlife jewels on a 4-hour pub crawl. Meet people at some of the favorite hangouts in the city. If you\u2019re a solitary traveler, this is a terrific chance to connect with locals and meet tourists from all around the world.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Begin your journey in front of the 5-star Grand Hotel Sofia, where you\u2019ll meet your guide. Visit the stunning National Theater, the historic Royal Palace, and the Presidency.<\/p> On this 3-hour afternoon stroll, your guide will take you adjacent to the Art Club caf\u00e9, a favorite site for many. Try the world-famous shopska salad, produced from fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, cheese, and spices, and sample the classic Bulgarian cold soup, called tarator, prepared from yogurt and cucumbers.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t A 2-hour trip from Sofia will take you to the city of Plovdiv, Bulgaria\u2019s second largest city and one of its oldest settlements. Within 2-3 hours of walking along the city walls, you will learn the history and culture behind a 7000-year old community, written by the Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and Bulgarian civilizations. You can enjoy sightseeing in the Old Town with its museums, historical buildings, and restored period residences, lined with souvenir shops and cobbled streets, or get impressed by the rich Ethnographical Museum and the ancient Roman Theater. Feel the ambience of this creative and trade center and enjoy a lunch at one of the neighborhood restaurants.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Forget the inconvenience of the crowded beaches and sweltering city streets, and go on a cruise to leave Varna for a little time. You will travel from Varna on a 3-hour cruise along Bulgaria\u2019s gorgeous Black Sea coast. Step on the boat, lean back, and enjoy the breathtaking vistas and the peaceful sounds of the ocean. Relax and bathe in the sun while onboard while traveling through the waves. Enjoy your free time and swim in the Black Sea.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t The Seven Rila Lakes, one of Bulgaria's most spectacular natural wonders, may be explored on a full-day hike into the Rila Mountains near Sofia. Glacier lakes are found between 6,900 and 8,200 feet above sea level in the steep mountains and deep valleys surrounding them.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t Explore the Seven Rila Lakes, the jewel of the Rila Mountains National Park, and experience stunning alpine beauty. Escape the summer heat in Sofia and experience the invigorating mountain climate of the highest mountain in the Balkans. Join a pleasant, easy-to-moderate walk and relax thoroughly at the end of the day in the thermal pools fed by hot spring waters. All this within a day's visit from Sofia.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t This private transfer service covers Sofia Airport to your hotel or accommodation. Some 8-seater shuttle buses or minibuses are employed depending on how many people need to be transported. Your trip will be enjoyable regardless of the mode of transportation.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t The city of Sofia is home to many important communist-era monuments. The former headquarters of the Bulgarian Communist Party are a good place to begin your visit. Continue on to view structures such as the investigation facility of the secret police and the damaged mausoleum in the distance. Aim for the Soviet Army Monument and the National Palace of Culture.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t On this one-day excursion in Thrace, learn more about the mysterious Thracians, who are most known for the mythological hero Orpheus (an ancient musician and thinker) and the oldest gold treasure in the world on this one-day excursion in Thrace.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t With a short amount of time in the Balkans, it can be difficult to appreciate the region's cultural richness. Macedonian culture and history may be explored in only one day on a journey from Sofia to Skopje. In a private vehicle, your guide will take you to see the Fortress of Skopje, Mother Teresa's Memorial House, and the Old Bazaar.<\/p>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tBook Now\t\t<\/a>\n\n\t\t\t\t Marco Polo Guided Tours earn a small commission if you decide to make a purchase at no additional cost to you. Your support is much appreciated.<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t
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