Sozopol Town Tour and Bay Cruise with Ravadinovo Castle
Excursions & day trips

Sozopol Town Tour and Bay Cruise with Ravadinovo Castle

Free cancellation
Language: German, English, French, Dutch, Polish, Russian
Printed ticket only
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Do this because
  • Discover the pretty, historic seaside town of Sozopol on a guided tour
  • Tuck into specialities of the Black Sea region at a family-run restaurant
  • Check out the views on your boat trip into the bay around St Ivan's Isle
  • Explore the fairytale surroundings of enchanting Ravadinovo Castle
  • Expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of Bulgaria and its culture
What to expect

This full day tour features a trio of Bulgaria's southern highlights. You'll explore the ancient town of Sozopol, cruise the bay to see it from afar and enjoy lunch at a folkloric restaurant. The trip finishes up at the fairytale castle of Ravadinovo. Ivaylo, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Marble from the Strandzha Mountains contains micro-diamonds, which appear to change colour depending on the time of day. The castle was built with Strandzha marble, so it looks pink in the morning, white in the daytime, while at night it seems to glow.'

Sozopol's up first. This 2,000-year-old town has a long story to tell, not least that the ancient Greeks settled here and christened it Apollonia back in the day. You'll take a scenic boat trip first in Sozopol Bay, passing St Ivan's Isle, to the River Ropotamo and back, then venture into the historic old town for a guided walking tour. Relics from the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires jostle for your attention along the cobbled streets. Today, Sozopol serves up old world charm, two fine beaches and lots of cafés, boutiques and galleries.

You'll have lunch at a family-owned restaurant, followed by free time for a spot of sightseeing or shopping. And last but not least, you'll cast your eyes on Ravadinovo Castle, whose turrets and towers that make it look like a scene lifted from a storybook. Admire its gardens, too, which overflow with flowers, peacocks and statues and feature a petting zoo perfect for little ones.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • There may be an initial, unaccompanied pick-up from your hotel to a meeting point from which the tour proper departs
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Drinks not included
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Provider
TUI BULGARIA EOOD
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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