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4 days: A short touch to Bulgaria

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On average, this is booked 31 (0) days in advance.
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Overview

If you are on a business trip or you have limited time in Bulgaria, this tour is your first step to discover this pearl in the Balkan crown! Join your guide in the streets with cobblestones in Sofia, Plovdiv, Bansko and Melnik. Visit the biggest monasteries – Rila and Bachkovo. Feel like a local and feel the Bulgarian spirit.
• Bachkovo monastery
• Plovdiv
• Dobarsko
• Bansko
• Rila monstery
• Sofia

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • Accommodation in 4* hotels for 3 nights
  • Comfortable car
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

All hotels in Sofia and Sofia Airport

What To Expect

Day 1

Sofia- Bachkovo monastery-Plovdiv

1 Stop

Day 2

Plovdiv-Dobarsko-Bansko

1 Stop

Day 3

Bansko-Melnik-Rila monastery-Sofia

2 Stops

Day 4

Sofia

1 Stop

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 4 days: A short touch to Bulgaria?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-91433P14

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 4 days: A short touch to Bulgaria?
A:
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Private tour.
  • Accommodation in 4* hotels for 3 nights.
  • Comfortable car.
  • Guide/driver.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Entrance fees for the museums.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 18..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the 4 days: A short touch to Bulgaria is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 4 days: A short touch to Bulgaria will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

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  • Private tour
  • Accommodation in 4* hotels for 3 nights
  • Comfortable car
  • Guide/driver
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrance fees for the museums

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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