Varna Guided City Tour
THE VARNA CITY EXPERIENCE
Varna isn’t just conveniently located on one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the world.
Go on a private day tour of Varna and we’ll show you everything the city has to offer:
You’ll view the numerous sights of Bulgaria’s coastal capital itself on foot before going on a visit to the nearby Shumen Monument, the mysterious Stone Forest and the ancient intrigue of the Aladzha Monastery.
On the tour you will visit:
City tour of Varna – Architectural Museum, the Roman baths, the Historical Museum, walking city center, the Sea Garden,
Aladzha Rock Monastery
Stone Forest
More places that can be included: Devnya Museum of Mosaics, Glass Museum etc.
Have lunch in a local traditional restaurant (optional)
Why use Explore Bulgaria?
- Ride in roomy, comfortable minivans with you in control of the air conditioning
- Learn from licensed, English-speaking tour guides (plus experts in other languages)
- Get a fixed cost first and settle up only after your tour is complete
- You set the departure point and drop-off locations
- You’re in charge! Tell us when you want to take a break, stop for photos – and more
You can also choose a French, Spanish or Russian-speaking tour guide or driver if that would be better for you. Plus if you’d prefer just a guide or just a driver, we can accommodate you.
If you’d actually like your tour to last more than just a single day, we also offer custom multi-day tours of Varna and the surrounding regions.
What you’ll see on your private day tour of Varna
Varna city tour
Varna is the third largest city in Bulgaria, second to Plovdiv and dwarfed by Sofia. But, while it might be lagging behind in population, in terms of unmissable sights to see it is near the top of the pile.
You’ll visit the Roman Baths, the unmistakable cathedral in the city centre where the Episcopal Throne is located, the Archaeological Museum and many others.
Plus, you’ll be travelling in comfort and style, at your own pace, aided by insights from your fluent, expert guide.
Visit the Shumen Monument
The Shumen Monument commemorates the creators of the Bulgarian State and over 1300 years of Bulgarian history.
Set over 450 metres above sea level, this cyclopean structure can be seen from 30 km away!
The Stone Forest
The Stone Forest – known in Bulgarian as “Pobiti kamani” – is a unique natural phenomenon. Situated around the Beloslav Lake, a huge arrangement of limestone pillars, cones and rocks dot the local landscape.
A protected area since 1938, it is one of the strangest and most impressive sights in the country, and thus one of the first to be given this official status.
The Stone Forest definitely isn’t man-made. But its true origins remain a mystery.
Aladzha Monastery
This Orthodox monastery of the 12th century is built into caves in the cliffs and surrounded by a beautiful national park.
On the monastery’s grounds in the evenings you’ll often be able to witness a show. But this ancient site is worth the visit at any time of day.
Your Varna tour information
Pick up: Your tour can start from any location in Varna, Burgas, Sunny Beach, Sozopol, Nessebar, St. Vlas, Albena, from Golden Sands or any other resort.
Tour Duration: 6 to 10 hours. If you select different start or end-points ot additional places to visit, this may change.
Included: the driver or guide you choose, fuel, parking fees and all taxes.
Excluded: entrance fees, food, drinks and personal expenses.
Price: from €170 for a group for up to 4 people. Will vary depending on your chosen vehicle type, number of passengers, tour guide and itinerary.
Accepted payment methods: cash, VISA / Master Card, PayPal and bank transfer.
How to book a day tour with us
Estimate
Contact us by filling in the booking form. You can then expect to hear from one of our friendly team in around 20 minutes.
Booking
They’ll talk through what you want from your private day tour of Varna with you, including details of your desired pick-up and drop-off locations and any extra sights you want to include.
Ready to travel!
You’ll then get a fixed and final price for your tour.