BULGARIA AND THE VALLEY OF ROSES Complete!

We propose a different and unique journey through the senses. Ethe valley of roses, It is one of the best unknown secrets from Bulgaria, a destination to explore. We have designed a tailor-made trip, with feminine accent, sustainable, without filters where you can, first-hand, immerse yourself in a sensory experience through delicate world of the rose.

Let yourself go and immerse yourself in a journey to awaken your senses to the color and essence of the pink Damacea. Originally from Syria, and for centuries planted in the Kazanlak valley, cradle of the Thracian civilization, where what is considered the best oil essential pink of the world.

On the way, we will know Plovdiv, the “city ​​of hills”. En Plovid, we will walk through its history, from magnificent roman theater, its Basilica and its famous mosaics and we will enjoy its current atmosphere Bohemian, art galleries and fashion stores.

From Plovid we will move directly to the valley of roses, to spend a day intoxicated with its flowering process, distillation and we can even make our own own perfume. To end the day, we suggest you rest at the spa hotel in its hot springs..

On the last day we will leave the Valley of Roses, after a relaxing walk between fields of roses, we will move to Sofia, where we will do a guided route through its main attractions. This way, We will take with us its essence and enjoy the atmosphere of the capital of Bulgaria.

From the hand of Mercè, travel designer with a different point and always linked to sensory experiences, We have joined forces and have carefully chosen hotels, details, visits and activities, to make your trip, a unique experience!

It will be a privilege to guide and inspire you in this first edition, you sign up?

DAY 1– Meeting at the Barcelona airport at the agreed time to take our flight to Sofia. Reception and transfer to Plovdiv. We will walk through the bohemian part of the city and end the day tasting famous Plovid wine, listening live music in the Roman baths. Between Roman walls and Orthodox art we will hear Bulgarian music, country of musicians. The famous Orpheus is from this land, the origin of the bagpipe comes from the Thracians.

Dinner included and accommodation.

DAY 2-

After a delicious breakfast with local products, Our guide will take us through the old town of Plodvid and we will visit its magnificent Roman theatre, built during the reign of Emperor Trajan. We will see the Roman theater, the roman stadium, the old pharmacy, the old town, located on one of the hills… narrow streets, peaceful, with an interesting architecture that some specialists define as balkan baroque. The 18th and 19th centuries were perhaps among the most opulent in its history., and this is manifested in the merchants' houses, the churches they founded. Visit to the Old Basilica of Plovdiv – one of the most incredible discoveries of ancient art in Bulgaria. further, Its about Mosaic museum largest in Europe – we will see the originals of incredible mosaics from various periods of the basilica.

Time for lunch, what we have included.

Afternoon for a walk and free time, Previously we will do the Plovdiv route through the fashionable places and local producers (galleries, designer stores, cultural spaces, …). Plovdiv stands out as one of the most creative cities, innovative spaces and atmosphere very bohemian.

We will be able to visit a store with exclusive, high-quality products as an introduction to rose essential oil..

To end the day, we will relax with a exclusive wine tasting. The Plovdiv region is very famous for its excellent wine.

Dinner on your own and accommodation.

DAY 3-

We will have breakfast at the hotel and our private vehicle will take us to the Valley of the Roses. Today will be a day dedicated to exploring the world of roses. We invite you to learn about and participate in the traditional method of its production.:

• With your own hands collect petals in fields in full bloom at the foot of the Balkans,
• See the process oil distillation, sustainable and artisanal for hundreds of years
• Participate in a natural cosmetic container to create your own perfume with oils and organic products…

Lunch at a very special local restaurant, in front of a lake, with dessert tasting and rose pomace.

To end the day, We suggest you relax in the hot springs of the spa hotel. If you like, optionally, We recommend a treatment to feel its purity in contact with your skin.. It has an effect illuminating and regenerating, its sublime essence; powerful and delicate; it's a powerful stimulator and rebalance feminine emotional, leaving you with a feeling of peace and inner well-being.

Rest of the afternoon free. Dinner on your own and accommodation

DAY 4-

– Breakfast. Before we go, We propose a relaxing walk among fields of roses, Then our vehicle will take us to Sofia.

Guided tour of Sofia: we will walk through its cobblestone streets, imposing buildings and churches and alleys full of life. We will visit Alexander Nevski, the great cathedral which was built at the beginning of the 20th century as a thank you to Russia, in honor of those who fell for the liberation of Bulgaria from the Turks. The collection of icons is worth highlighting, located in his crypt (one of the best collections of Orthodox icons in the worldO, exhibits originals from the 4th centuries AD. in the 19th,C). We continue with Hagia Sophia, the small church of Justinian's daughter, The San Jorge roundabout (from the 4th century AD. C), circular, intimate and cozy, the personal church of Constantine the Great, the synagogue, set from the Halite market, Sofia's bathrooms and the Mezquita Banya Bashi. Lunch included.

Rest of the day afternoon free. Dinner on your own and accommodation

DAY 5- Breakfast at the hotel and at the scheduled time, A private vehicle will pick us up at the hotel to take us to the airport to take our flight back to Barcelona..

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What does the trip include?

Trip designed exclusively for us, by Mercè from Sense Travels.

Travel with a companion from the agency. Mercy, the trip designer, accompany them this time. Knowledgeable about the place, He will take care of everything and take care of you so that you don't have to worry about anything.

private vehicle on all transfers and visits

Local guide in Spanish. Yonka will be our guide,

Tickets and activities:

Roman theater entrance, Basilica and Museum Mosaics in Plovdiv

Live music, glass of wine in roman baths

Wine tasting

Visit Distillery

Taller Perfume

Guided tour of Plovdiv and Sofia

Dinner on the first day and 3 Lunches included, a la carte menu, wine or beer included.

2 nights accommodation with breakfast at the HillHouse Boutique hotel in Plovdiv

1 night accommodation and breakfast at Calista SPA spa hotel 4* in the valley of roses

1 night bed and breakfast at the Rosslyn Thracia hotel 4* From Sofia

In shared room with single beds (Supplement for individual €200)

 

DOES NOT INCLUDE:

-The flights (Although I manage them for you)

-The dinners, except for the first day which is included

-Multiassistance Plus travel insurance of the Intermundial company with cancellation bonus

*Travel insurance is optional, but highly recommended. Its price is €24

Check the conditions of travel insurance MULTIASISTENCIA_PLUS_

-Any other expense not specified in the program

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