Sofia Day Tour: Exploring Historic Lovech and Scenic Krushunski Waterfalls
3.7
6 Ratings
Krushuna
Exploration of Lovech - one of Bulgaria’s ancient inhabited locations and a noteworthy site from the Bulgarian Revival Period; Krushuski Waterfalls - one of the country’s major attractions. Free time for lunch.
Devetashka Cave - a bonus feature in your itinerary for beginners.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Krushunskiye Waterfalls - One of the most attractive landmarks of the country
- The Covered Bridge - Connecting the old and the new town parts of Lovech
- Devetashka Cave - Devetàshka cave (Bulgarian: Деветашката пещера) is a large karst cave around 7 km (4.3 mi) east of Letnitsa and 15 km (9.3 mi) northeast of Lovech, near the village of Devetaki on the east bank of the river Osam, in Bulgaria. The site has been continuously occupied by Paleo humans for tens of thousands of years, served as a shelter for various faunal species during extensive periods and is now home to nearly 30,000 bats.
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Lovech - The former Roman citadel Hisarya, which is situated on the hill of the same name, was the place where in 1187 the peace treaty between the Bulgarian Empire and the Byzantine Empire was signed and the returning of Bulgaria on the European map was officially declared, marking the beginning of the Second Bulgarian Empire. In the 12th century, Lovech was a great trade centre and one of the most famous towns in Bulgaria. Ivan Alexander was appointed to govern the city by 1330, most likely being appointed due to Lovech being a major city that controlled commercial passage through the Stara Planina passes, and the migration of intellectuals to Moldavia and Wallachia, due to Ottoman conquests, resulting in the beginning of the Despotate of Lovech.
Plan of the medieval fortress of Lovech
The Turkish invasion in the middle of the 14th century did not pass the town, but the Hisarya fortress was captured last of all, in 1446.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Entrance fee for Devetashka cave
- Entrance fees for Krushuna waterfalls area
- Transport by modern vehicle
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Krushunskiye Waterfalls
P.O.Box 226, 5500 Lovech
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(6 Ratings)
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Benhr5220tl
Mar 17, 2022
Brilliant - Adrian was an amazing tour guide, we spent about 8 hours with him through each destination and each one was great! He took us to an authentic restaurant in Lovech too which had some amazing food. Definitely would recommend 👌 he is full of facts and knowledge so ask away
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849rosemaryr
Mar 11, 2020
Lovech and krushana waterfalls - Jorge very good guide would recommend the trip places very quiet. Sofia is very interesting lots of places to visit. Food is good and very reasonably priced. People friendly hotel art plaza where i am staying is vrry central. Would use trip advisor again
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Erel
Sep 3, 2018
Exellent! - We had our trip to Lovech and Krushunski falls.
we met our local guide named Maria, she was so friendly, explained everything so professionally, a real Bulgarian!
We had a great time with her, enjoying her explanation and her warm altitude.
I felt comfortable to ask her any questions I wanted to ask, and I would definitely recommend her!
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Echtschwer
Apr 2, 2023
Never never never book anything with zelanos tours...you will loose your money and get nothing for it - I booked this tour with zelanos tours online and paid in advance. The pick up should be in front of an hotel at 8 o' clock in the morning. I waited from 7.50 till 8.35 there, and no one showed up. I tried to phone the company with the phone number given on the reservation, but no one picked the receiver up.
The worst is: they refuse to pay my money back, saying that i did not show up. And saying that they tried to reach me by phone and my phone was switched off...it is true that they tried to call me, about five (!) hours after the pick up time. they didn't leave any message on the mailbox, and, anyway, what is the purpose/sense in calling 5 hours after pick up time?????
I never experienced a company whose guide/driver did not show up, who didn't pick up the phone, and who say that is the fault of the customer and they will not pay the money back.
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