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Day trip to Buzludzha and Shipka from Veliko Tarnovo

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Free cancellation available
Price is $242 per traveler* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Explore the world famous BULGARIAN UFO - the Buzludzha monument.

This is a half-day tour to Buzludzha and Shipka. You get picked from Veliko Tarnovo and we head to Buzludzha monument, which is located in Stara Planina (less than a 100km away from Tarnovo).

At the Buzludzha monument, you won't be able to get inside, as it is forbidden by the government, but you will get to sneak peak inside and explore it from as close as possible. You get more than a 30 minutes rest time at the monument, which you can use freely.
At the Shipka Monument, you'll be able to explore both the area and the monument itself freely, as it is open to the public. You’ll have around 20 minutes to walk around the monument, take in the stunning panoramic views, and feel the deep historical significance of this site.

In addition, you can add extra time to your tour, so you could visit more landmarks on the way.

We will give you the opportunity to learn the maximum about the monument and it's cultural spirit.

Activity location

  • Buzludzha Monument
    • Central Stara Planina
    • 6100, Kazanluk, Bulgaria, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • ul. "Hristo Botev" 5
    • 5 ulitsa "Hristo Botev"
    • 5000, Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

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Group up to 4 people in English
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • Opening hours: Fri 9:00am-6:00pm
  • English

Up to 4 people
5 seater sedan vehicle
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
$290.72 x 1 Traveler$290.72
Total
Price is $290.72
Group up to 2 people in English
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • Opening hours: Fri 9:00am-6:00pm
  • English

Up to 2 people
5 seater sedan vehicle
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
$242.27 x 1 Traveler$242.27
Total
Price is $242.27

What's included, what's not

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    Private transportation
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    Bottled water
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    Info sheets with summaries and interesting facts about the main attractions along the route.
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    Fuel
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Restroom on board
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    Gratuities

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Veliko Tarnovo (Pass by)
We start from Veliko Tarnovo
Gabrovo (Pass by)
We will pass through Gabrovo.
Buzludzha Monument
  • 40m
When, and before reaching the desired destination, our guide, that will accompany you, will show and tell you more about the history of the monument and more interesting stories about the surroundings. At the peak, where the monument is located, the weather is often cold and windy, so we advice you to be well dressed.
Shipka Monument
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
We will pass by it and depending on the time you want to spend on Buzludzha, you might have enough time to visit Shipka monument as well.

Location

Activity location

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    Buzludzha Monument
    • Central Stara Planina
    • 6100, Kazanluk, Bulgaria, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    ul. "Hristo Botev" 5
    • 5 ulitsa "Hristo Botev"
    • 5000, Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

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