Top Things to do in Pavel Banya
The 10 Best Tours in Pavel Banya, Stara Zagora Province
Discover the best top things to do in Pavel Banya, Bulgaria including The Valley of the Roses and Koprivshtitsa, Self-Guided Tour in Damascena Complex Rose Valley, Kazanlak Full-Day Tour from Sofia, Day-Trip to the Valley of the Thracian Kings and the Rose Valley from Plovdiv, Rose Festival 2020, Private Day Tour in the Thracian Valley, Day Tour Rose Valley from Plovdiv - In the Footsteps of Rosa Damascena, Weekend in Bulgaria, Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities, Horse Riding in the Valley of Roses in Thracian Spirit.
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1. The Valley of the Roses and Koprivshtitsa
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
It is a little known fact that over 60% of the worlds rose oil is produced in a few Bulgarian small valleys tucked between impressive mountain ranges. This is an exciting full day trip that will take you to a fairytale scenery of fields of roses, lavender and sunflowers towered by the rugged peaks of the Balkan Mountain. There your local guide will be revealing the secrets and splendour of the Bulgarian rose oil production at a renowned distillery. Later you will be visiting also visiting the elegant Russian style church of the Nativity and if time allows to the Shipka peak for great panoramic views. The famous Thracian tomb of Kazanluk (UNESCO) dating back from 4th century BC is also on your list of the Valley of Roses wonders list. On the way back the ride will be on a different road with completely different views to gaze at. Your English-speaking driver will stop you for a short break in Koprvishtitsa, a small town showcasing in the best way the Bulgarian Renaissance architecture.
Inclusions: Local guide in Kazanlak and Valley of the Roses, English-speaking Driver, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Entrance fee for Ethnographic Complex "Damascena", Entrance fee for a UNESCO Thracian tomb
Reviewed By Rim_Mbarek
We had a great trip with our guide Martin, he's so professional and funny at the same time, we learnt a lot about the history of Bulgaria! I highly recommand Martin ????✅
2. Self-Guided Tour in Damascena Complex Rose Valley
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Ethnographic Complex Damascena is a privately owned business and the largest private exporter of rose oil and products from the Valley of Roses. An unique complex for Bulgaria where the spirit of old traditions is uniquely blended with the magic and beauty of modern rose oil production. The complex features a rose-oil production building, park with roses, rose fields, ancient theater, private zoo, restaurant and a souvenir shop. You could spend the whole day in here easily.
Inclusions: Entrance ticket, E-guide prepared for your needs in your language
Exclusions: Personal expenses
Reviewed By Simeonova654
After booking you are given an electronic guide which i could load on my phone and tablet and explore the museum on my own. Really handy and at my own pace! No groups, no physical guide. Excellent
3. Kazanlak Full-Day Tour from Sofia
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Kazanlak is the center of rose-oil extraction in Bulgaria and the oil-producing rose of Kazanlak is one of the most widely recognizable Bulgarian national symbols. Kazanlak is also in the area named The Valley of the Thracian Kings, because of the concentration of noble tombs, one of which is an UNESCO site. See sites that date back to the prehistoric era, and experience this hidden treasure of Bulgaria.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide in English, Hotel pickup, Hotel Drop off
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By desimgm
Surva Festival in Pernik is a really very interesting event every year in January in this city. Everyone person, which is coming to this festival can see so many groups from different cities in Bulgaria, which are involved in the event. Go and see! It is incredible! The pics are from 29.01.2017.
4. Day-Trip to the Valley of the Thracian Kings and the Rose Valley from Plovdiv
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
Bulgaria is home to two fascinating valleys - the Valley of the Thracian Kings, strewn with millenia-old tombs, and the Rose Valley, home to spacious rose fields. See ancient tombs, among which is the UNESCO protected Kazanlak tomb, known for its remarkable ceiling frescoes. Visit the beautiful Damascena Ethnographic Complex, where you'll learn all about the oil-giving rose and the centuries-old traditions surrounding its cultivation.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Tour guide
Exclusions: Lunch, All Fees and Taxes
5. Rose Festival 2020
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2.3 based on 3 reviews
Karlovo and Kazanlak are the center of rose-oil extraction in Bulgaria and the oil-producing rose is one of the most widely recognizable national symbols. Bulgaria is the major supplier of rose oil in the world for the cosmetic industry and Kazanlak's/Karlovo's rose gardens are the largest rose gardens in the whole world. Bulgaria is one of the very few places in the entire world that can grow this particular rose (Rosa Damascena or Rose from Damascus). Based on our long-term experience, we came to the conclusion that the festival organised by the local authorities can be very touristy and sometimes not quite well organised. In 2019 we are planning a different approach with a visit of a real rose-distillery starting from their own rose and lavender fields. We hope that our own arrangement, combined of course with the local municipality activities, would bring a much better experience for our guests.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup
Reviewed By desimgm
Surva Festival in Pernik is a really very interesting event every year in January in this city. Everyone person, which is coming to this festival can see so many groups from different cities in Bulgaria, which are involved in the event. Go and see! It is incredible! The pics are from 29.01.2017.
6. Private Day Tour in the Thracian Valley
This excellent 7-hour tour shows the beauty and the glory of the Thracian Valley. See the different sights and enjoy a visit to superb local wineries (Edoardo Miroglio and Midalidare). We shall enjoy the heart of the Thracian Valley, the Valley of Roses and the Thracian kings in our customer-centric private tour. This tour includes a hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring ease in your adventures.
Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide & E-guide with all sights info, Private tour, Transport with a luxurious car, 2 wine tastings & all entrance fees
Exclusions: Personal expenses, Insurance
Reviewed By atharyn7
All local our guides were very friendly and very kind. The manager Hristo made everything easy for us. Definitely recommend booking with them.
7. Day Tour Rose Valley from Plovdiv - In the Footsteps of Rosa Damascena
Follow the steps of the notorious Rosa Damascena and learn about the cultivation of the flower and the traditions embedded in its history. On this tour, you will have the unique opportunity to enter a rose distillery and observe the process of rose oil extraction performed by the local people every year. Get the chance to taste some rose food specialties and to learn more about the rosebud picking rituals. Also, you will pass by some of the most historical towns in the valley which still preserve the rebellious spirit of the local population that lead to the wars against the Ottoman empire. Driving up the scenic road towards Shipka Pass, you will have plenty of time to admire the breathtaking views which will open after every turn, revealing the beauty of the surrounding Balkan Mountain Range. The Shipka Monument is one of the symbols of Bulgarian struggle for political, cultural and religious freedom and independence.
Inclusions: Rose Liquor, Jam & Buffalo Yogurt Tasting , Private transportation, Professional Guide Services
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Personal Expenses
Reviewed By karnie53
With 2 friends visiting from the US, we took this day tour on a Saturday. Not everything went as planned, but the guide and driver were great! In Chiprovtsi, we met with a local artist rather than visiting the museum. She was wonderful in explaining her craft, letting us each sit at her loom and try weaving, etc. She had many beautiful examples of weaving as well. We did not visit the museum but, since I've been there before. I felt this was an equivelant experience. The wine tasting was interesting and we had good explanations, tasting of 4 wines (with snacks) and opportunity to purchase. We also visited an old country church with explanations in English that were quite interesting. Due to recent defacing of the Magura Cave, it was closed and we visited another local cave that was interesting. We also had lunch at a great traditional restaurant in the countryside and visited the Belogradchik rocks and Fortress. Entrance fees were paid and we only had to purchase our lunch and any souveniers. The adventure part came with the van we were riding in breaking down in between sites. We walked a short distance to the church and cave, which was okay since the weather wasn't extremely hot. Another car picked us up to take us to Belogradchik, where we were reunited with the van for the trip back to Sofia. Unfortunately, the van stopped again about 30 minutes from Sofia and we waited for almost 2 hours for a tow truck. The guide and driver were very apologetic and took us home in taxis after dropping off the van. These things happen unexpectedly and we felt they did what they could to make it work, as well as handling the situation with grace. The actual purchased part of our tour was all great and more time than indicated. The additional car adventure was just something that happened.
8. Weekend in Bulgaria
With this journey you could have a touch with the culture and material heritage of Bulgaria– the Bulgarian rose oil production and the Thracian tombs in the area of Kazanlak - IVth. century B.C. Walk in the biggest city of Bulgaria, listen to the stories and the legends from the guide, walk in rose or lavender fields, take in your hands the liquid gold of Bulgaria - the rose oil. The best time for that trip is from May till the middle of June when you can see the harvesting period of the roses. Make one of your weekends memorable in the land of roses, called Bulgaria!
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Guide-driver, Comfortable car, Accommodation for 2 nights in 3* hotel in the center of Sofia, Entrance fees for Boyana church, Damascena complex , Thracian tombs and Essential oils museum.
Exclusions: Extra food and drinks, Gratitudes (optional)
Reviewed By danielhL8441ET
We had one day trip from Sofia to Stobs pyramids, Rila monaytery and Boyana church. Melo was very good guide. Bulgaria is very nice country.
9. Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities
Copsa winery is an interesting stop on your way in the Thracian Valley. We host numerous wine tasting packages you could choose from as well as activities on spot. Individual or a small group, you are at the right spot.
Inclusions: The chosen wine tasting package/activity, Unique wine activities, Electronic personalized guide with all info and logistics for you. Loadable on every device.
Exclusions: Personal expenses
10. Horse Riding in the Valley of Roses in Thracian Spirit
This is an unique product offering you to experience horse riding in the Thracian Valley and the Valley of Roses. Jump on a horse and get guided for your best trek ever in the area.
Inclusions: Electronic personalized guide with all info and logistics for you. Loadable on every device., Extremely easy to use at your own pace & needs, Full equipment and guide, Availability of tour options
Exclusions: Personal expenses
