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During this tour, you'll have the chance to ascend Buzludzha peak in the Central Balkan mountains and to explore the abandoned communist UFO-like structure.

You'll immerse yourself in its brutalist charm and uncover its intriguing history.

Your journey will also take you to Kazanlak, the heart of Bulgaria's rose oil production. Also, you'll have the opportunity to explore the Ethnographic Complex of Damascena and unravel the secrets behind the renowned Bulgarian rose oil.

Why you’ll love this…

Rely on an English-speaking guide who knows the routes and the local attractions
A good bargain - see more for less
Roundtrip transportation to your hotel included to make travel easier

Important to know

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

The entrance fee to the Ethnographic Complex of Damascena is 24 BGN per person

Know in advance:

Please note that entering the Buzludzha monument is not possible, due to the crumbling interior
You can choose to book a guided tour or transfer only if you want to explore at your leisure without a guide
This tour runs with a maximum of 15 people
Payment by credit/debit cards is not possible everywhere. There are some cash machines along the way, however, for your personal expenses, please bring Leva in cash with you
Tour with online, cloud-based audio guide in different languages is available (EN, ES, IT, FR, DE, RU). An internet connection is required to download and use

Remember to bring:

Warm clothes
Snacks

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What’s included

Audio guide
Guided walking tour
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
Driver

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Tips (optional)

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Sofia Center, бул. „Янко Сакъзов“ 9, 1527 Sofia, Bulgaria

Meeting point:

The trip starts from Embassy of Slovakia, next to the Vasil Levski Monument. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.