Half Day Tour around Sofia and the mountains with Thermal Spa
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Price from
- $213 / person
- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 47 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Up to 100 people
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Sofia Social Adventures
- Meeting point
- Meeting point is in front of the main entrance of St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral!
Description
During the 5-6 hours trip, you will see really amazing places and landmarks, starting from our meeting point St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, then going by car/van to the breathtaking, 186-metre tall TV tower - Kopitoto ("The Hoof"), situated on top of Vitosha mountain at 1,348 m altitude. You will have unique opportunity to walk around the cliff and take stunning pictures of Sofia from the TOP :)! Next stop will be the popular UNESCO heritage - about 900 years old - Boyana Church. After the visit we go to a very nice traditional Bulgarian restaurant. When we finish our lunch (not included) we will go to another amazing place in the nature - Pancharevo lake and the hot spring mineral pools there :)! Regardless of the weather you will have the pleasure to dip yourself in the hot mineral waters in a outdoor swimming pool with a magnificent view of the lake :)! We will spend 1-2 hours there and then we will bring you back to the starting point in Sofia - St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral :)!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult
- $213
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
This is our meeting point and all travelers will have a guided tour inside of the cathedral before we start our trip!
National Museum of History
The National Historical Museum in Sofia is Bulgaria's largest museum. It was founded on 5 May 1973.
Vitosha Mountain
We will drive by car/van to our beautiful Vitosha mountain!
Our next stop will be the breathtaking, 186-metre tall TV tower - Kopitoto ("The Hoof"), situated on top of Vitosha mountain at 1,348 m altitude. You will have unique opportunity to walk around the cliff and take stunning pictures of Sofia from the TOP :)!
Boyana Church
Next stop will be the popular UNESCO heritage - about 900 years old - Boyana Church.
We will bring you to a very nice traditional Bulgarian restaurant for lunch :)!
Pancharevo Lake
When we finish our lunch we will go to another amazing place in the nature - Pancharevo lake and the hot spring mineral pools there :)!
Korali
Regardless of the weather you will have the pleasure to dip yourself in the hot mineral waters in a outdoor swimming pool with a magnificent view of the lake :)! We will spend 2-3 hours there and then we will bring you back to the starting point in Sofia - St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral :)!
What's included
Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
Private pick up/drop off from/to any location in Sofia is possible with advance notice and additional payment!
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
47 reviews
How it compares in Sofia
- Rated higher than 84% of 135 reviewed tours in Sofia
- No. 42 by number of reviews among 616 tours in Sofia
- Starting price $213 is 70% above the typical $125 for tours of similar length in Sofia
- Price over the last 29 days: $212–$214
Excurgo comparison of 616 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Half Day Tour around Sofia and the mountains with Thermal Spa lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $213 per person for this Sofia experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Private pick up/drop off from/to any location in Sofia is possible with advance notice and additional payment! Pickup points include Hotel Latinka.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 100 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 47 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Sofia Social Adventures.
Reviews(47)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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