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Discover cliffs and myths of Bulgarian Northern Black Sea coast

5 (11)
Varna, BG
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Discover cliffs and myths of Bulgarian Northern Black Sea coast

5 (11)
Varna, BG
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Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Bulgarian Northern Black Sea coast with this unique and customer-oriented tour. Unlike other tours, this one allows you to customize your itinerary and choose the stops and activities that interest you the most. No more tight schedules or rushing from place to place. You'll have the flexibility to explore at your own pace. Visit the rocky monastery and museum, the stunning Albena Resort with its dense forest reserve, the Palace and Botanical Gardens of Balchik with its vast collection of plants, and the astonishing Cape Kaliakra with its medieval fortress ruins and mesmerizing views. Don't forget to capture the beauty of Tyulenovo Rocks, known for its seals, and discover the most eastern point of Bulgaria at Cape Shabla and its historic lighthouse. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with cliffs, myths, and natural wonders.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Included
  • 8 hours - 12 hours
  • Suitable for 1-6 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Visit a rocky monastery from the XI-XII centuries
  • Explore Albena Resort and its natural protected area
  • Experience the Palace and Botanical Gardens of Balchik
  • Witness the astonishing beauty of Cape Kaliakra
  • Discover the natural surroundings of Tyulenovo Rocks
  • Private transportation
  • All fees and taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Museum entrance fees
  • tips

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Introduction

Discover cliffs and myths of Bulgarian Northern Black Sea coast is a unique one-day tour that offers a customer-oriented experience, allowing travelers to choose their own stops and activities along the itinerary. With no tight timeframes or schedules, this tour promises a pleasant journey filled with exploration and adventure. Immerse yourself in the rich history and breathtaking landscapes as you embark on this unforgettable tour.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect to visit various points of interest along the Northern Black Sea coast of Bulgaria. You will have the opportunity to explore a rocky monastery dating back to the 11th and 12th centuries, offering a glimpse into the lives of the monks who once inhabited it. Albena, a seaside resort surrounded by a dense forest reserve, will captivate you with its natural beauty. The Palace and Botanical Gardens of Balchik will enchant you with their stunning botanical collection and the summer residence of Romanian Queen Maria. Cape Kaliakra, with its towering cliffs and ancient fortress ruins, will leave you in awe of its history and breathtaking views. Lastly, Tyulenovo Rocks will provide a picturesque backdrop for your photographs.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for any traveler seeking a unique and personalized experience along the Bulgarian Northern Black Sea coast. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or simply looking to explore new places, this tour offers something for everyone. Solo travelers, couples, and families alike will find delight in the diverse destinations and the freedom to customize their journey. Embrace the opportunity to connect with the rich cultural heritage and natural wonders of this beautiful coastal region.

Why book this?

Embark on this tour to uncover the hidden gems and historical marvels of the Bulgarian Northern Black Sea coast. Unlike traditional tours with strict schedules, this experience grants you the freedom to design your own adventure. Take your time immersing yourself in the fascinating history of the rocky monastery, enjoy the tranquility of Albena's natural reserve, and marvel at the opulent Palace and Botanical Gardens of Balchik. Along the way, witness the awe-inspiring views from Cape Kaliakra and capture stunning photos at Tyulenovo Rocks. This tour ensures an intimate and personalized experience, allowing you to truly appreciate the beauty and allure of this remarkable coastal region.

Good to know

This tour has a total duration of 480 to 720 minutes, allowing ample time for exploration at each destination. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and outdoor activities. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the breathtaking scenery and memorable moments. Please note that entrance fees to specific attractions are not included in the tour price. Be prepared to immerse yourself in the rich history and natural wonders of the Bulgarian Northern Black Sea coast.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on this tour were in awe of the stunning landscapes and historical sites they encountered along the Bulgarian Northern Black Sea coast. They praised the flexibility of the itinerary, allowing them to choose their own stops and activities. Visitors particularly enjoyed exploring the rocky monastery and its museum, as well as the botanical gardens and summer residence of Queen Maria in Balchik. The breathtaking views from Cape Kaliakra and the natural surroundings of Tyulenovo Rocks were highlighted as unforgettable highlights. Overall, travelers described this tour as a unique and enriching experience, immersing them in the beauty and myths of the Bulgarian Northern Black Sea coast.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

  • Mobile

Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

Aladzha Monastery

rocky monastery dated from XI-XII centuries A.D. Nowadays monastery is not active but it is only a museum sight. We will visit rocky dwellings of the monks and the museum where we can find additional info about the history of the monastery.

Admission Not Included

Albena

(Pass by)

Albena Resort is a seaside resort with more than 40 hotels from 2 to 5 stars. More than half of its territory is a natural protected area - reserve Baltata famous with the most northern dense forest in Europe – “longoz"

Palace and Botanical Gardens of Balchik

Botanical garden and the summer residence of Romanian queen Maria and its beautifully arranged park. Botanical garden of Balchik is famous with its huge collection of plants - more than 3000 plants species and of course the 2nd biggest collection of large-sized cactuses n Europe - more than 600 species. Summer residence of Queen Maria /Regina Maria/ is a beautifully arranged complex created in 20s years of XX century by famous Swiss architecturer Jules Jani.

Admission Not Included

Cape Kaliakra

Cape Kaliakra – astonishing beautiful place with more than 60 meters high above the sea cliffs. There we will visit the ruins of old medieval fortress – XII-XIV centuries. You will get to know ancient story of this magnificent place. We will admire wonderful views from the edge of the cliffs and will watch (if lucky) the dolphins play.

Admission Included

Tyulenovo Rocks

Tyulenovo (tyulen – seal in Bulgarian), called that way because there used to live a lot of seals from the specie – monk seal . There are beautiful natural surroundings, fantastic for your pictures.

Shabla Lighthouse

Cape Shabla is the most eastern geografical point of Bulgaria. Shabla lighthouse is the oldest and highest from all lighthouses on Bulgarian Black Sea coast

Reviews

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5 (11)

stefandemirm

We can only recommend this tour. I booked this excursion for my four-year-old son and me and although historical sights are boring for small children, our guide managed to get my son excited about the beauty of the places. He was both a children's entertainer and a tour guide at the same time. As an adult, you also learn a flood of historical knowledge. In short, this private tour is suitable for anyone interested in Bulgarian and regional culture and history, as well as for families with children.

kristink922

What a great tour! The guide is extremely knowledgeable, and he goes out of his way to ensure you have the best time! This is a great way to hit the highlights in the area. I learned a lot about the Varna area, with a diverse range of topics and discussions. Plus, the guide catered to my interests, which is so important when you spend a day together! I also never felt rushed. I absolutely recommend booking this tour. The sites are all must-see, and the stories were very interesting. He also speaks perfect English! Lastly, I have mobility issues, and he made sure I was comfortable and helped me when I needed assistance. Thank you for a wonderful day!

kimdW901EC

Excellent tour which can be customized to your interests. Strahil spoke perfect English and was friendly, flexible and engaging. As we would reach a site he would provide a story which would give you context to the location, for example he could tell you about Queen Marie of Romania and her insight and inspiration for the botanical gardens of Balchik Palace. He would explain the myths of Cape Kaliakra. Most importantly he gauged the tour around your interests, capabilities and needs. If you are looking for an excellent daytrip, I highly recommend this tour. You get excellent value for money, comfortable and clean amenities, and a well versed tour guide. Beyond my son's wedding, this was my favorite event while in Bulgaria. I highly recommend.

mincac2021

The trip was amazing, we managed to see a lot of attractions, snapped also a few great shots on the way while having fun! The guide’s explanations were really good time-oriented with precise time orientation, he was able to provide the years for all of this guides. Be prepared for the trip in advance, grab a hat & a pair of sunglasses in order to get some protection from the sun, in July the sun is burning a little bit so take precautions.

nataliarK5725CO

Absolutely amaizing trip, really must to visit. Strahil is very knowlegable and professional guide. Well balanced with history, stories, site viewing, nature attractions. i really enjoy wonderful unique nature of north black sea coast and compony of such nice guide. Recommend to take this trip to everyone

Middleagedmeanderer

We had the most amazing time! Strahil was so engaging and judged our interests perfectly. My teens are in awe of him, my 12 year old said he bought history to life and my 13 year old said he was really interesting to talk to. A great blend of history, outdoor adventures, current affairs and Bulgarian culture. The route was varied throughout and we got the chance to see the real Bulgaria with very informed, educated commentary from Strahil. He was incredibly easy going and kept us on schedule without us ever feeling rushed, in fact we felt like we were in charge the whole time! Booking and arranging the trip was incredibly easy and his written and spoken english is superb. He also gave us great advice and recommendations for the rest of our holiday. He even converted my non fish eating family with the amazing lunch at the mussel farm!

U7982SCpaolop

It would not be possible to say enough about Strahil qualities in terms of knowledge of Bulgaria and ability to find the right amazing spots during the tour. He is also entertaining, fun, engaging and extremely accommodating. Five star plus. In addition, he has wide experience and knowledge in other areas, a constant source of conversation, information and pleasure. He is superb. Very competent, informed, helpful, knowledgeable...Excellent and well chosen.

NataliaG3192

Friendly service , amazing experience . Recommend it 100% Friendly and professional service . A "must do again" experience !

dstevensgloucester

Great experience! We were well informed about so many interesting facts and pleasantly surprised by the beautiful nature in the area. A day well spent – we would definitely recommend Strashi and the tour. Strashi told us some great places to visit in Varna too. Cheers mate!

288tsvetelinat

Strahil is the best guide you could have in Bulgaria. Excellent driver, very well informed with a very good sense of humour. We had amazing time visiting the Northern Black sea coast!
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-04-26 18:08