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ITINERARY: SOFIA — VELIKO TARNOVO — RILA MONASTERY — SKOPJE — STRUGA — OHRID — BITOLA — SOFIA
1 DAY
Arrival in Sofia. Transfer to the hotel and accommodation. Guided sightseeing tour of the city centre. Visit to Alexander Nevski Cathedral — one of the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedrals in Europe, as well as one of Sofia’s symbols and a primary tourist attraction; the Parliament Square, Russian Church, St. George Rotunda, St. Sophia Church, built by the Roman emperor Justinian in the 6th century, the National Theatre, former Royal Palace, the Presidency, etc. Free time in the city centre and main trade area around Vitosha Boulevard. Upon request — panoramic evening tour “Sofia by night” and dinner at a traditional restaurant with folklore music and dances. Overnight in Sofia.
2 DAY
Breakfast. One day tour to Veliko Tarnovo. Sightseeing tour of Veliko Tarnovo — the mediaeval capital of Bulgaria. Visit to the historical Tsarevets Hill, which served as a primary fortress of the capital town during the Second Bulgarian Kingdom. Drive to the picturesque village of Arbanassi, famous for its well preserved 17th and 18th century churches and the typical Revival architecture of its houses. Visit to Konstantsalieva House. Drive back to Sofia. Overnight in Sofia.
3 DAY
Breakfast. Drive to Rila Monastery, the most beautiful and the most important monastery in Bulgaria. Visit to the monastery church Nativity of the Virgin. One of its greatest valuables is the wooden iconostasis, some 14th and 15th century icons, wall paintings, made by the famous artist Zahari Zograph. Walk around the monastery — Hrelyo’s Tower, the old kitchen, and the history museum. Free time. Drive to Sofia. Overnight.
4DAY
Early breakfast. 7:30 am — departure for Macedonia. Walking tour in Skopje, including the old quarter Varosh, the Skopsko Kale Fortress, and the Church of St. Spas (The Savior). Departure to Ohrid. Arrival in Ohrid — the Pearl of Macedonia — a town with century-old history and traditions, combined with the incredible beauty of the Ohrid Lake and the warm hospitality of its residents. Accommodation in the area. Overnight.
5DAY
Breakfast. In the morning — Walking tour in the old part of Ohrid, including the Tsar Samuil’s Fortress; St. Clement Church — a site under the protection of UNESCO, for its authentic architecture and frescoes; St. Pantheleimon Church; St. Sophia Church; the ancient theatre and the old town market. Free time. In the afternoon (optional) a tour to the St. Naum Monastery, situated on the southeastern bank of the Ohrid Lake. Visit to St. Archangels Church, where the tomb of the healer and miracle maker St. Naum is located. After that (optional) visit to the town of Struga. Overnight in Ohrid.
6 DAY
Breakfast. Departure for Bulgaria. On the way – stop at the Biliana springs. After that — a sightseeing tour of Bitola, the second largest town of Macedonia, that has preserved the spirit of the traditional old architecture and old Macedonian crafts. After that (optional) – visit to the ruins of the ancient town Heraclea Lyncestis, founded by Phillip II. Arrival in Sofia around midnight. Accommodation and overnight in Sofia.
7DAY
Transfer to the airport and departure.
