Buzludzha Monument and The Rose Valley Day Tour From Sofia

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Discover the fascinating history of communism at the Buzludzha Monument and explore the rose oil production in the Rose Valley. Visit the iconic UFO-like building, learn about Bulgarian rose oil production, and enjoy the scenic sub-Balkan way on this day tour from Sofia.

Duration: 12 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Vasil Levski Monument - Departure at 07:00 from the starting location. This is a fantastic chance for photography, as the monument is free from crowds and traffic in the early morning.
Damascena Ethnographic Complex - 10:30 Visit the first private rose distillery in Bulgaria, a renowned attraction in the Rose Valley.
Buzludzha Monument…

What's Included

On-board WiFi
In-vehicle air conditioning
Surcharges on fuel
Parking fees

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Entrance fee to the Damascena Ethnographic Complex
Gratuities

Additional Information

Embark on a small-group guided tour to explore one of Eastern Europe’s most iconic communist monuments. This UFO-like, abandoned structure is perched atop Buzludzha Peak in the Central Balkan Mountains. Although now an empty shell, it has captivated many admirers worldwide and stands as a significant symbol of this historical era. The tour includes a…

Location

bul. "Yanko Sakazov" 9

bulevard "Yanko Sakazov"

The meeting point is next to the Vasil Levski Monument, in front of the Embassy of Slovakia.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Lajos_m

Oct 14, 2024

A great tour, a great day - Our tour guide was Maria, whose vast knowledge and kind personality made the trip even greater. From the first moment to the last, he shared a lot of useful information with the team. I am glad and grateful that she was our guide. The weather was excellent, so everything was good for us.

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Lasleandras

Aug 27, 2024

Recommended - Today we made the excursion of the Rose Valley and the Monument Buzludzha. With TRAVENTURIA. Our Guide has been Mary, a charm attentive at all times. My English is not at all fluent, but speaks slowly and I have understood enough. I highly recommend it, apart from that we have also visited the Russian Church of Khipa. It's not made at all heavy. We were my partner and I alone with Maria, and we had a great time.

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Chiara_p

Aug 17, 2024

A must do - An amazing trip! Probably the highlight of the holiday! The guide Maria was exceptional, she went an extra mile and beyond to make our day super special, and big thanks to the impeccable driver Alexander. I would do this again, highly recommended!

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Patrick_y

Jul 7, 2024

Fun, fascinating, and friendly! Traventuria are brilliant guides! - We had an incredible time on this tour, and were very impressed with Lubo, our friendly, intelligent and informative guide. The Buzludzha Monument is something I have wanted to see for years, and Lubo helped make my day even more special than I could have imagined. I would highly recommend Traventuria to any discerning traveller.

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Mirmkins

Jun 30, 2024

Great day trip - Martin was a great tour guide. He had the best playlist and made sure everyone was very safe the whole time. It really was a great tour and perfect for a day trip.

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Madan_k

Jun 19, 2024

A great tour was made even better by our tour guide Maria - Maria was a great guide. Everybody in our group had the same feeling that trip is so much worth it. Without this trip, I must say visiting Bulgaria is incomplete. We have seen so many exciting places, however, Maria as a tour guide adds to the whole experience. She taught and made us try to Bulgarian dance.

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Gary_m

Jun 18, 2024

My thoroughly satisfying day trip to Buzludzha, Damascena Rose Distillery, and Shipka Church. - Visiting Budludzha, Shipka Church, and Damascena Rose Distillery. I cannot say enough about Martin, our guide. He thoroughly answered all my questions. But mainly, he served both as guide and driver of our little minibus (there were eight travelers in all, so we used a 9-seat minibus, requiring Martin to also be our driver) during our THIRTEEN-hour day trip. He is a thoroughly professional guide, and I would recommend any trip for which he serves as guide and/or driver.

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Janice_b

Jun 17, 2024

Recommended! - Buzludzha monument was my favourite part of the day! Our guide Martin was great. Would recommend this tour :)

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Krisky9157sl

Aug 25, 2024

Misleading tour description, inflexible and rude tour guide - The tour is advertised at 7 am, and according to the description that also includes a 15 minute entrance into the cathedral which opens at 7 am, so that means the bus should leave at 7:15 am. I called the tour guide Martin Krastev at 7:02 am and informed him that I would be there within less than 10 minutes as I walking to the destination. Again, based on the information provided on Viator. He said that he cannot wait for me and that the bus is already in the highway (this being at 7:02 am)!! and then hung up and never picked up the phone again, I tried to ask if I can take a taxi and meet him at a destination during the day and received not response. I followed up the company and no offer of rescheduling or refund.

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Kkafozov

Aug 24, 2024

Inflexible and rude tour guide - left without me, and never followed up after that - The tour was advertised to start at 7 am, so when I called the tour guide that I’ll be there around 7:02 am… they told me, “can't wait sorry” and never followed up again when I asked if I can take an alternative mode of transportation to meet the tour. I’ve been on many tours before where when I’m on time or even early, we are always waiting for people. To contacted the company and they never offered to reschedule the tour or refund the amount.

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up to 15 guests

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