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Journey Through Time: Discover the Jewish Heritage of Bulgaria
Step into a timeless journey where history, culture, and resilience come alive. Explore the rich tapestry of Jewish life in Bulgaria – a land where centuries of tradition, courage, and coexistence have left their mark.
From the echoes of ancient synagogues and peaceful Jewish quarters to the inspiring stories of survival and solidarity during the darkest times, this tour invites you to uncover the hidden gems of a vibrant heritage. Walk the cobblestone streets of Plovdiv and Sofia, where Sephardic culture once thrived. Visit the Rila Mountains and small towns where communities lived in harmony, and honor the heroes who protected their neighbors during World War II.
This is more than a tour – it’s a tribute to memory, identity, and hope. Whether you seek spiritual connection, historical insight, or cultural discovery, the Jewish heritage of Bulgaria opens a doorway to the heart of human dignity and perseverance.
Join us, and let the story of Bulgarian Jewry inspire your soul.

Arrival in Sofia and guided city tour including Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Roman Serdica ruins, St. George Rotunda, St. Sofia Basilica, National Theatre, Parliament, Sofia University and the Sofia Synagogue with the Jewish Historical Museum. Traditional folklore dinner. Overnight in Sofia.

Visit Rila Monastery (UNESCO), including the church, museum and monk’s cell. Lunch in the mountains. Continue to Plovdiv. Dinner and overnight in Plovdiv.

City tour of Plovdiv including the Old Town, Roman Theatre and Plovdiv Synagogue. Afternoon visit to Bachkovo Monastery. Dinner and overnight in Plovdiv.

Travel to Kazanluk to visit the Rose Museum, Thracian Tomb (UNESCO) and Shipka Memorial Church. Continue to Veliko Tarnovo. Optional Tsarevets Light & Sound show. Dinner and overnight.

Explore Tsarevets Fortress, medieval churches and Samovodska Charshia. Afternoon excursion to Arbanassi village. Dinner and overnight in Veliko Tarnovo.

Transfer to Ruse. Visit the Elias Canetti House and city center. Excursion to Ivanovo Rock Monasteries (UNESCO). Dinner and overnight in Ruse.

Visit Pleven Panorama memorial complex. Continue to Sofia. Dinner and overnight in Sofia.

Free time in Sofia and transfer to the airport. End of services.
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