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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 755 reviewsUncover Sofia's communist history
Discover the main landmarks of Bulgaria's communist history in the city of Sofia.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 478 reviewsReal Tour on Communism in Romania
Experience the history of Communism in Romania on a 3 hours guided city walking tour
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 271 reviewsBucharest Highlights Walking Tour
Trace city roots through churches, palaces, gardens, and the shadow of recent regimes.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviewsBucharest Half a day bike tour
Bike through Bucharest's attractions, witness the city's rich past and vibrant present.
4.51 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviewsTour to Rila Monastery and Boyana Church
Discover the two most famous Bulgarian UNESCO sites on a bus tour
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviewsLocal Food and History Tour of Bucharest
Explore Bucharest through food and stories, from famous landmarks to local neighborhoods. Enjoy traditional pastries & beloved street food while uncovering the unique history and culture of Bucharest
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviewsUnpack Bucharest's communist past with small group
Go into the dark history of Romania and feel the contrasts of the totalitarian regime.
4.33 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsRila Monastery & St Ivan Cave Full Day Tour
Escape the city of Sofia to visit the UNESCO-listed Rila Monastery and optional St. Ivan's Cave in the heart of Rila Nature Park. Enjoy magnificent mountain scenery and Bulgaria's cultural heritage.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviewsDiscover Bulgaria through dance
Feel the spirit of the Balkans by learning 2 o 3 traditional Bulgarian dances.
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 25 reviewsExplore Plovdiv and Koprivshtitsa in a day
Enjoy a guided combo tour to two of Bulgaria's most fascinating towns.
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New place to stayTrace communist relics with an engineer
Walk through former communist sites with a civil engineering graduate and also a licensed guide, exploring how architecture, urban planning and political history shaped Bucharest.
New place to stay2 hours: Real Tour of Communism Walking Tour
Stand in significant communist sites with a cultural guide and learn about nationalization, rationing, secret police control and the full story of the 1989 revolution.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsUncover Bulgaria's and Veliko Tarnavo
Arrive to Bulgaria with your guide specialist, walk Tsarevets Fortress and Arbanasi’s stone streets, and pause at Sf. Dumitru Monastery before tasting local cuisine.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsSofia Insider Tour– Hidden Gems & Tram Ride
Step inside Sofia’s historic buildings and explore the city — including tram ride, with limited access to interiors not open on standard tours.
New place to stayFrom Sofia: Veliko Tarnovo & Arbanassi Day Tour
Enjoy a full-day tour of Bulgaria's medieval capital, Veliko Tarnovo, and Arbanassi. Explore the sights and learn about the fascinating history.
4.6 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsPlovdiv, Starosel, and Art Village Day Trip
Discover the ancient and multicultural city of Plovdiv, the Ancient Cult Temple near Starosel, and the open-air gallery in Staro Zhelezare on a guided day trip from Sofia.
5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsTimeless Sofia: Historic Photo Walk
Explore Sofia’s most iconic historic sites while enjoying a professional photo session. Discover the stories behind ancient ruins, Orthodox churches and hidden city corners and have timeless memories.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsPrivate trip -Boyana Church, Rila Monastery, Lunch
Discover Bulgaria’s most iconic cultural and natural landmarks in a private day trip from Sofia. Visit Boyana Church, Rila Monastery and finish with traditional Bulgarian lunch in Rila Mountain
4.67 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviewsSofia – history and heritage tour
Explore Sofia’s notable landmarks and hear fascinating tales of its heritage, led by a historian specializing in medieval Bulgaria.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsSofia Hidden Gems, UNESCO & Skyline Experience
Discover Sofia through its iconic cathedral, hidden crypt, and UNESCO site, enjoy a traditional Bulgarian lunch, and finish with a panoramic view that completes this unique experience
