The Rose Festival 2024 – 4 days program

Departure to Kazanlak. Experience rose picking in one of the villages in the vicinity of Kazanlak. Attend the exhibition of Bulgarian traditional breads and taste different types and flavors. In the afternoon take photo with the Queen Rose – elected on the previous day in a glamorous ceremony. Visit the Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak – the monument dates back to the 4th century BC (UNESCO site). In the historical museum of Kazanlak –see original artifacts from the Thracia era that will give you complete information about the Thracian culture and civilization. In the evening – join the International Folklore festival.

B Accommodation in Kazanlak in hotel Diamant (or similar) *** 

Day 3 – Sunday – June 2, 2024

Two main events mark the celebrations – harvesting ritual in the rose gardens and the parade along the streets of the town. After breakfast take one of the off-roads around Kazanlak where is organized a big folklore concert. The highlight of the day is the carnival parade on the main pedestrian street starting at noon followed by official lunch with traditional folklore program. In the afternoon – visit one of the rose distilleries where you will be given interesting facts about the rose industry in Bulgaria. Before your eyes the rose petals will turn into rose oil. In the evening attend the closing festivities on the main square.

B Accommodation in Kazanlak in hotel Diamant (or similar) *** 

Day 4 – Monday – June 3, 2024

Departure to Sofia. Drop off at the airport. End of service.

Schedule is subject to change. You can choose your own departure time.

For more information about prices, booking and payment options please contact us.

 HIGHLIGHTS:

• the St Alexander Nevski Cathedral
• the Thracian tomb in Kazanlak
• the Tsarevets hill in Veliko Tarnovo

INCLUDES:

• 3 breakfasts, 1 festive lunch
• 3 nights hotel accommodation
• Airport transfers on arrival and departure
• Comfortable air-conditioned coach – WI-FI ON BOARD. All our vehicles see here
• Professional tour guide
• All tickets and admissions for the parade and the events

EXCLUDES:

• Meals and drinks other than stated
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Optional activity costs
• Paypal fees, bank fees

PAYMENT OPTIONS:

This tour can be paid by credit card, paypal, bank transfer or cash upon departure.

Please note paying by credit card will apply a supplementary fee of 2% for VISA card and Master Card. Paying by paypal will apply a supplementary fee of 4% for overseas transactions.

CANCELLATION POLICY FOR THIS TOUR:

–  28 days prior to date of activity – Free cancellation

– 27 to 21 days prior to date of activity – 20% Cancellation Fee (80% reimbursement)

– 21 to 14 days prior to date of the festival – 50% Cancellation Fee (50% reimbursement)

– 13 days and less – 100% cancellation Fee (No reimbursement)

Exemplary Program of the Rose Festival