Activitats exclusives a Sofia Center

Discover the main landmarks of communist history in the city of Sofia. Start your tour by passing by the former headquarters of the Bulgarian Communist Party. Continue on to see buildings such as the secret police investigation facility and the destroyed mausoleum. Head on towards the monument of the Soviet army and the National Palace of Culture. During the 3-hour-long walking tour, learn about the theory of communism and what Marxism-Leninism is. Find out about the history of communism in Bulgaria, the pros and cons of the period, and the relation between the communist government and religion, industry, economy, culture and everyday life of the people. End the tour with a fresh perspective on the city and a new insight into the country's communist past. Please note group size may vary depending on the season.

Our meeting point will be at the Central Train Station at 8am in Sofia. Romantic trip via train will bring us to one of the most beautiful limestone cliffs in Bulgaria. With its height of 250m, it has been compared to the nature of Switzerland. Only 52km from the capital Sofia you can feel the song of the birds and the smell of the pine forest. The village is nestled at the foot of the majestic Lakatnik rocks. One of the most beautiful natural attractions in Bulgaria. On top of the rocks rises a massive monument of stone blocks. Built in memory of the fallen September soldiers in 1923. This is our highest destination.On our way we will have few stops to make panoramic photos. We are going to see one of the biggest karst spring Jetoliub and then check the gate of the cave Temnata Dupka - The Dark Hole, the longest cave in the area. We will keep going until an amazing view will be discovered in front of us. After a good relax we are going back, but this time we will take another path where we are going to see Ruzhishka cave and the Stone Arch. Before we catch up the train again, we can stop and have delicious meal made by eco products in a local restaurant in Lakatnik. Lakatnik is aways magical!

I will introduce you 5 types of the most popular Bulgarian wines from local grapes as well as two types of local cheesе. Along the tasting I'll recount you about our wine regions and the history. Our customers are some of the best restaurants in Sofia, so a recommendation for your next gourmet experience in Sofia will be provided to you at the end of the tasting. All you need to do is to enjoy the true essence of Bulgarian wines and cheesе.

Si busques una experiència única envoltada de cavalls estimats, estàs arribant al lloc correcte! La base es troba a la casa de l'Elena, la propietària dels cavalls, al costat de l'embassament de Pchelina. Tingues en compte que conduirem des de Sofia 1h i 15min per arribar a la nostra destinació, però no et preocupis, el paisatge del camí ja val la pena el viatge! Un cop arribem, se't assignarà un cavall, posarem el nostre casc de seguretat i t'explicarem les ordres bàsiques. Si ets un ciclista amb experiència, fes- m'ho saber amb antelació perquè puguem assegurar-nos que gaudeixis d'un viatge increïble;) Els ciclistes menys còmodes seran guiats perquè puguin relaxar-se i gaudir del viatge. La primera part del recorregut tindrà lloc en un camp sense fi amb unes vistes increïbles de les muntanyes. Aquí tindràs l'oportunitat de practicar un petit tros si et sents còmode. Després, pujarem per un camí de grava que acabarà en una capella molt petita a dalt d'un turó. Aquesta serà la destinació final i tindrà una visió general d'un bonic embassament. El recorregut durarà al voltant de 2 hores. NOTES IMPORTANTS: - La ruta pot canviar lleugerament en funció de les condicions dels camps. - És millor que m'enviïs un missatge abans de fer la reserva perquè pugui comprovar si és possible. Això dependrà del temps i del benestar dels cavalls. - En alguns casos, podré recollir-te al teu allotjament.

"Discover Bulgaria with dance" is the only experience in Sofia that gives guests the opportunity to explore the culture of Bulgaria with the art of dance. You will have the chance to learn a folklore dance and to feel the spirit of Balkans by immersing yourself in the magic of Bulgarian folklore. At the same time we will give you interesting trivial information and insights on the customs of the region. To top it off, you will take a photo in a traditional dance costume(garb).

My favourite part of the day is the time when the sun begins to set and the locals start gathering in lively groups to enjoy the evening. The city lights turn on one by one, shedding light on Sofia's main landmarks. There is almost no traffic - the perfect moment to explore the city on electric scooters! I can't wait to share this moment with you! We will tour most of the sites in the centre and ride through Borisova garden (The local Central Park), which walking tours skip. We will pass by the Soviet Army Monument, the romantic Lilies Pond, and the small Astronomic Observatory of Sofia University. Then we will ride back to the centre. It will already be dark and I will show you some nice places where you can enjoy the rest of the evening like a local or have a late dinner. The itinerary is about 9 km (5.5 mi) long. It doesn't include any direct riding with heavy traffic. We will be going mostly through bike lanes and areas where cars are not allowed. The e-scooters' top speed is 25 km/h (15 mph). Max load is 100 kg (220 lbs). Min. age is 16. Helmets will be provided for everyone and we will start with brief but precise instructions on how to use the scooters. Safety 1st! Note that insurance is not included. Group tours are in English, privates can be in Bulgarian, Russian or French. IMPORTANT: if you can't ride a bike, you can't ride an e-scooter - they are quite similar!

Кnee-deep snow is expected to cover the Lakes until around the end of May. Therefore the area may be covered in snow, mud, and puddles, and very slippery by mid-June. Аdequate equipment: comfortable and waterproof trekking boots and clothes required. Our meeting point will be behind Aleksander Nevski Cathedral, in front of "La Cattedrale restaurant". The departure is at 07:00 o'clock sharp. We'll drive to Panichishte Resort chair lift, which takes us to the Seven Rila Lakes Cirque (chair lift ticket 25 BGN). Then we start exploring them one by one. Each lake is named after its most characteristic feature. The highest one (at 2500m above sea level) is called Salzata "The Tear", from where we have a bird’s eye view over all seven lakes, as well as surrounding outcrops and deep valleys; the next one in height carries the name Okoto "The Eye" after its oval form; Babreka "The Kidney" is the lake with the steepest shores of the entire group; Bliznaka "The Twin" is the largest of all; Trilistnika "The Trefoil" has an irregular shape; the shallowest lake is Ribnoto Ezero "The Fish Lake" and the lowest one is Dolnoto Ezero "The Lower Lake" (2100m above sea level), where the water that flows out of the other lakes is gathered to form the source of Dzherman River. Once you visit the last lake, we'll return to the upper station of the chair lift, ride it, and head back to Sofia.

I will take you on a culinary adventure of the national Bulgarian cuisine. We will prepare seasonal meals and use fresh and locally grown products from the small local grocery stores. Together we will cook a hands-on four-course, traditional Bulgarian meal, including banitsa, a main dish, a salad or a soup, and a light dessert. We will start with the preparation of the classic pastry for banitsa from scratch while talking about mystical Bulgarian food and culture habits stories. Our soup will be traditional Bulgarian cold soup - Tarator (we will cook it only when cucumbers are tasty and in season - spring, summer or early autumn time, for the wintertime we will prepare a winter salad) followed by the main course, which will be based on your food preferences (vegetarian or classic meat dish) and finishing with delicious Bulgarian yogurt dessert with homegrown/made ingredients. You will have the chance to learn classic recipes and secret tips for mastering Bulgarian cuisine. I will be happy to share with you products grown in my family's back yard with a lot of love and care, like homemade alcoholic drinks and classic Bulgarian preserves. Other things to note Vegetarian and Vegan options are available upon request. Please, inform me about any food allergies.

During your personal tasting experience I will guide you through the distinctive world of Bulgarian wines. Although Bulgaria has been producing wine for 5000 years it is still relatively unknown to the rest of the world. Now a rising new generation of Bulgarian boutique winemakers are devoted to the craft and bringing new attention to our country. You will taste 5 wine varieties of local grapes unique to Bulgaria, that can not be found anywhere else: Miskets, Melnik, Mavrud, Gumza and Rubin. Plus, local cheeses, artisanal bread and mineral water. The tasting is held in one of the best boutique wine shops in Sofia – Tempus Vini, which is located on an artsy street in the city center, known for its fine restaurants and boutiques. And just a few streets away from Sofia’s main pedestrian boulevard. During the tasting I can tell you about the wine regions of Bulgaria including the history and the wine culture of my beautiful country. All tastings are held in English or Bulgarian. Duration is about 1.5 hours. Then I can offer you suggestions of my favorite restaurants nearby to finish your evening. :) Other things to note Please inform me if some of the guests have any allergies. Thank you. We are expecting you!

Кnee-deep snow is expected to cover the Lakes until around the end of May. Therefore the area may be covered in snow and mud and puddles, and very slippery by mid-June. Аdequate equipment: comfortable and waterproof trekking boots and clothes required. Our meeting point will be behind Aleksander Nevski Cathedral, in front of "La Cattedrale restaurant". The departure is at 07:00 o'clock sharp. (GPS coordinates: 42.695601, 23.333790). We'll drive to the Panichishte Resort around 9AM from where a chair lift will take us to the Seven Rila Lakes Cirque. The ticket is not included and costs 25 leva (= 12.5 euros per person for both directions). Then we will start exploring the lakes. Each of them is named after its most characteristic feature: The Lower Lake (2100 m/ 6900 ft above sea level), The Fish Lake, The Trefoil, The Twin, The Kidney, The Eye and The Tear (2500 m/8200 ft above sea level). Once we visit the last lake, we'll return to the upper station of the chair lift, ride it, and head to the Rila Monastery (UNESCO), which is within a 2-hour drive. This is Bulgaria's biggest and most beautiful monastic complex. A place where unique architecture, faith, and nature live in symbiosis. Note that there is a dress code at this holy place. All visitors must have their shoulders and knees covered. We will have a guided tour around the monastery and then head back to Sofia.

Join the unique Bulgarian Rakia&Pickles tasting. Learn more about the Bulgarian brandy culture - history, traditions and production. Three different types of Rakia (two shots from each) along with a selection of homemade vegetable pickles and many interesting stories will let you feel the spirit of the Bulgarian traditions. Come fire up your taste buds!

Set your own hiking pace, without being dependent on the pace of the other tour members. There's no tour guide, only a driver who'll collect you from the starting point and bring you back. Our meeting point will be behind Aleksander Nevski Cathedral, in front of "La Cattedrale restaurant". The departure is at 07:00 o'clock sharp. We'll drive to the Panichishte Resort chair lift which takes us to the Seven Rila Lakes Cirque. Then you can start exploring them one by one. Each lake is named after its most characteristic feature. The highest one (at 2500m above sea level) is called Salzata "The Tear", from where we have a bird’s eye view over all seven lakes, as well as surrounding outcrops and deep valleys; the next one in height carries the name Okoto "The Eye" after its oval form; Babreka "The Kidney" is the lake with the steepest shores of the entire group; Bliznaka "The Twin" is the largest of all; Trilistnika "The Trefoil" has an irregular shape; the shallowest lake is Ribnoto Ezero "The Fish Lake" and the lowest one is Dolnoto Ezero "The Lower Lake" (2100m above sea level), where the water that flows out of the other lakes is gathered to form the source of Dzherman River. Once you visit the last lake, you'll return to the upper station of the chair lift, ride it, and head back to Sofia.

You are about the hunt down the graffiti and street art of Sofia on your own or with your friends. Follow the paths of the urban art and get know featured artists and the stories behind the walls! Your tour wil start at Statue of Sofia and end up near by. While exploring the artsy and a bit hidden central part of Sofia, you will learn about the styles of graffiti, where is the difference to street art and who are the most influential artists on the streets. During the walk you will have a chance to feel the unique vibe of Sofia while trying to escape from the big boulevards. Along the way we will see graffiti walls, murals, street art, created by Bulgarian and International artists and learn about the process and stories behind each piece. Who knows, we might even get lucky and catch an artist at work..... or you will start your street art career.

*** Great for groups and team-building *** We'll meet at " secret" location in the middle of the city center, just steps away from the main Serdika metro station. Our place is very unique and it has an authentic and aristocratic style! Elegant music and vintage atmosphere will accompany you while we offer you a taste of special honey selection and a warm cup of homemade Ceylon herbal tea :)! You will have the pleasure to taste 5 different types of carefully selected honey, try the traditional Bulgarian pastry "mekitsa" and enjoy two warm cups of special home made Ceylon tea with mix of local healing herbs (you will select the flavors and the herbs, based on your taste :))! During the tasting you will hear a lot of stories about our honey, tea and history. This will make your experience very pleasant and memorable :)!

Immerse yourself in the magic of Bulgarian life from past times! How could one feel the authentic Bulgarian spirit better than by wearing the traditional clothes? We will give you brief information about the ethnographic regions in Bulgaria. You will dress up with traditional dresses and costumes (garbs). You can take photos.