Early in the morning departure to Plovdiv. Tour of Plovdiv - the second largest town of Bulgaria, an area since the time of Philip, King of Macedonia, father of Alexander The Great. Its unique location on these ancient crossroads has stimulated cultural and political influences from East and West civilizations and yet maintained its unique cultural identity. The most impressive building of Roman time that has come to us rising above the city is the Antique Amphitheatre by Emperor Marcus Aurelius during the 2nd c. A.D. Its magnificent arcade adorned with marble statues is simply breath-taking. The Roman Stadium is also constructed during the II century and reproduces the layout in Delphi, Greece. Within the center of the ancient major town of the Roman province of Thrace remains of stone paved streets, foundations of buildings and columns and ancient fortress walls and gates reside.

Kazanlak

Afternoon arrival in Kazanlak. Check in. In the evening enjoy the festivities on the main square.

Damascena Ethnographic Complex

In the morning departure to Kazanlak – the geographical center of Bulgaria called the Valley of roses and the Valley of the Thracian kings. Head directly to a rose field where has been organised rose picking and rose boiling ritual. Proceed to the town of Kazanlak for lunch. In the afternoon visit the Damascena rose distillery.

Museum of Roses

In the Museum of Roses you will get acquainted with the 300 years old history of production of rose oil in Bulgaria. You will see recipients from the a9th century and many other interesting artefacts.

Old Enio Bonchev Distillery & Family Museum

Enio Bonchev distillery – the oldest in Bulgaria founded in 1909.

Kazanlak

At noon follow the Carnival parade and the procession which will close the festivities. End of the parade at 1:30pm. Free time for lunch. At 3pm departure to Sofia. Arrive in Sofia at 6pm. Drop off in your hotel. End of service.

Buzludzha Monument

The Buzludzha monument is perched on one of the peaks dominating the town of Kazanlak. This is one of the largest communist monuments in Europe.

Tomb of Seuthes III

On the way back visit the Golyamata Kosmatka Thracian tomb dating to the 4th century BC. You will get acquainted with the Thracian civilization and will get a lot of information about these ancient tribes populating the area of the present-day town of Kazanlak.