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    Experience the June Rose Festival and Bulgaria's Rich Thracian History

    Experience the June Rose Festival and Bulgaria's Rich Thracian History
    Starts from

    Varna

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Activities

    20

    Duration

    2 days

    Length

    304 mi

    Route details

    Starts from

    Varna

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Duration

    2 days

    Length

    304 mi

    • History and Culture
    • Natural Attractions
    • Unusual Locations
    • Family-Friendly
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    Desi Kadra

    Desi Kadra

    Travel Expert

    • Pick roses from the Valley of Roses and witness a traditional rose folklore ritual.
    • Try incredible traditional Bulgarian cuisine that will introduce you to new kinds of flavors.
    • See how Thracian civilizations lived here thousands of years ago by exploring the Valley of Thracian Kings.
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    Bulgaria is one of the biggest rose producers in the world. Known for its rich and distinctive rose oil that forms a big part of the economy of Bulgaria, the Rose festival that takes place every year in the first weekend of June, is an important event definitely worth experiencing.
    On this trip, you will visit the famous Rose festival in Kazanlak, and also dive into the important Thracian history of Bulgaria, that makes this country one of the oldest inhabited regions in Europe. You will see where important Thracian rulers were buried and learn about such an important past of the Bulgarian history. You will experience folk tradition at its best, get to know the music and customs of the Bulgarian culture. Prepare for an unforgettable trip.
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    • History and Culture
    • Natural Attractions
    • Unusual Locations
    • Family-Friendly
    Bulgaria is one of the biggest rose producers in the world. Known for its rich and distinctive rose oil that forms a big part of the economy of Bulgaria, the Rose festival that takes place every year in the first weekend of June, is an important event definitely worth experiencing.
    On this trip, you will visit the famous Rose festival in Kazanlak, and also dive into the important Thracian history of Bulgaria, that makes this country one of the oldest inhabited regions in Europe. You will see where important Thracian rulers were buried and learn about such an important past of the Bulgarian history. You will experience folk tradition at its best, get to know the music and customs of the Bulgarian culture. Prepare for an unforgettable trip.
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    Desi Kadra

    Desi Kadra

    Travel Expert

    • Pick roses from the Valley of Roses and witness a traditional rose folklore ritual.
    • Try incredible traditional Bulgarian cuisine that will introduce you to new kinds of flavors.
    • See how Thracian civilizations lived here thousands of years ago by exploring the Valley of Thracian Kings.
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    Travel itinerary

    Diving Into Thracian Past of Bulgaria
    11 Activities

    Day 1

    163 mi2 mi

    Diving Into Thracian Past of Bulgaria

    Today, you will explore the oldest period of Bulgarian history that dates back to the 4th century BC, during the times when Spartacus and the Thracians ruled over this region. You will visit some of the tombs where important Thracian rulers were buried, leaving behind a rich history of artifacts behind them. You will also see the preparation for the rose festival in the town of Kazanlak and get to visit one of the most beautiful Rose museum in the country. All of this surrounded by an incredible view of the Central Balkan that surrounds the town in this region, you will be left in awe of the beauty of this country.
    Experiencing the Rose Festival of Bulgaria
    9 Activities

    Day 2

    138 mi1 mi

    Experiencing the Rose Festival of Bulgaria

    Today you will visit the valley of Roses and experience one of the most important festivals of Bulgaria. During the Rose festival season, there are a number of events and festivities that happen throughout the whole week worth visiting, which include rose picking rituals, music events and performances, as well as markets in the town of Kazanlak where you can purchase the most amazing rose products. Enjoy a day of diving into the festivities, where you will learn so much about the traditional aspects of Bulgaria's rich culture and history. https://www.shutterstock.com/ru/image-photo/three-bulgarian-girls-dressed-traditional-clothing-447610516
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