Type of transport: Bus
Duration: 1 day
Route: Sofia – Bozhentsi – Etara – Sokolsky Monastery – Sofia
Program
07:30 AM – Departure from Sofia, Serdika Bus Station.
Short break along the way.
Continue to Sokolsky Monastery – a heavenly place of harmony and peace.
Visit to Etar, the first open-air museum of its kind, featuring charming two-story houses, a singing water mill, arched bridges over the Sivets River, and welcoming craft workshops.
Free time for a walk and lunch.
Departure to Bozhentsi, declared an architectural and historical reserve in 1964, with fully preserved Revival-era architecture.
Walk through more than 100 Revival-style houses with high stone fences, wrought oak gates, cobbled streets, stone fountains, and bridges, all creating the fairy-tale atmosphere of the village, which lives by its unforgettable motto:
"History remembers the bold visionaries and generous benefactors."
Return to Sofia at Central Railway Station after 7:00 PM.
Price Includes:
Transport by bus
Tour guide from the agency
Price Does Not Include:
Combined ticket for visiting three sites in Bozhentsi – 8 BGN, for pensioners – 6 BGN
Entrance fee for AE “Etar” – 10 BGN, for pensioners – 5 BGN, for students and pupils – 4 BGN
Payment:
Full payment is required upon booking.
Important Notes:
The agency reserves the right to change the order of the program.
Children under 18 years old must travel with an accompanying adult.
Minimum number of tourists required: 30 people.
Notification in case of tour cancellation due to insufficient participants: 2 days before the departure date.
Mandatory Requirements for Tourists:
LOW, COMFORTABLE, CLOSED SHOES WITH GOOD TRACTION are required (e.g., sneakers, sandals are not recommended).
Remember, good preparation ensures a pleasant excursion!