The Buzludzha Monument and the Valley of the Roses

Meeting point: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral (a detailed map will be provided with the reservation)
Duration: 12 hours; 6.5 hrs spent in transfer time
Tour options:

• English-speaking live guide
• Audio guide (online) in different languages -English, Spanish, Italian, French, German, and Russian.

Drop off: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

07:00 – Meet at the parking area behind Alexander Nevski Cathedral and begin the journey toward central Bulgaria
10:30 – Visit to Damascena Ethnographic Complex – Explore the Damascena Rose Oil Complex and learn about the traditional methods of rose oil production. Enjoy the gardens, distillery, and local culture.
13:30 – Arrival at Buzludzha Monument – while the interior is closed for safety reasons, the panoramic views from the peak (1,441m) are spectacular. Tip: Wear comfortable shoes and bring a jacket.
15:30 – Stop at Shipka Memorial Church –  a key symbol of Bulgarian-Russian friendship and the Russo-Turkish War.
16:30 – We leave for Sofia and are back at the Alexander Nevski Cathedral around 19:30.