Belogradchik Full-day Tour from Sofia
Overview
Available languages
10 hours
Mobile ticket
Visit the Bulgarian town of Belogradchik on this guided, full-day, minibus tour from Sofia. Just 180 kilometers north of Sofia, nature has sculpted the amazing Belogradchik rocks, a group of strange shaped sandstone and conglomerate rock formations. The view from the old fortress of the fascinating formations is breathtaking. Use some imagination and visions of 'the Rabbit,' 'Adam and Eve,' 'the Ice-Age Squirrel,' 'the Rebel' and many more can be seen. On the way back to Sofia, visit a beautiful cave called Venetsa (aka the Wreath).
Important information: Due to landslide Venetsa cave will be closed till March. In exchange Magurata cave will be visited.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant seats are available upon request, if advised at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please bring valid ID/Passport
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Belogradchik Fortress
The fortress has existed since Roman times. In 1st – 3rd century AD the Romans built roads in the new provinces of the empire on the Balkan peninsula, as well as fortresses to guard them.
Belogradchik Rocks
On the way we can enjoy the funny-looking forms of the rocks and use our imagination to "see" the figures of the Madonna, the Rabbit, the Turtle, The Ice-Age Squirrel, the Rebel and many more, learn the history of the Fortress during the different periods, hear the frightening legends of prisoners and rebels.
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Online audio-guide in Eg, Fr, Sp, It, De, Rus (use with your smartphone & earphones)
Driver/guide in English
Food and drinks
Lunch
Options
Belogradcik Day Tour
Belogradchik with pick up
Belogradchik hotel pick up: The tour inlcudes pick-up and drop-off from your hotel in Sofia, guide in English, parking fees, entrance fees
Reviews
30 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very disappointed
zainabkamarzaman,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Very unreliable. My tour was booked for 26/11, and they cancelled at 6pm (18:00hrs) on 25/11. This is a very short notice to arrange for any other tour. So I contacted Viator to help me submit a review so that others aren’t affected. Choose some other company to go with, this tour isn’t reliable at all.
Excellent day
F P,,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything perfect Transfer Guide very well Punctuality Explanations We are very happy and recommend it to anyone who comes to Sofia
Excellent day trip from Sofia
Agnidhar A,,Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The rock formations and cave were so picturesque and surely if you have time given the place isnquit far from Sofia ! During the summer time there is a stage at belgradchek rocks which impedes the main view for photos which is a bummer ( July to September mid) so beware of that if your planning a summer trip there and get bummed like us if your into taking a lot of photos. The overall tour was smooth and the guide Micheal was very knowledgeable and friendly. One hiccup though was the car the agency provided for us given it was a private tour didn’t have any good air conditioning and it was a steaming hot day so that is something they can work to ensure better customer service and satisfaction.
Very nice scenery but...
Mylene Z,,Aug 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00Very nice scenery but more than 6h30 drive on a day of so-called about 10 hours while we did it in 9h and we stayed there about 2h30, pay attention many turns for those who are sick plan medication...
Booking cancelled less than 24 hours before departure
emilhX6917YL,,May 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Would've loved to go. Unfortunately they decided to cancel the tour less than 24 hours before departure, due to the low amount of signups. Which is understandable from their point of view. But that leaves me with no decent time to arrange and book a different tour. Bit of a downer since this was supposed to be one of few planned things during my trip.
Great trip! Everything went smoothly
Michael Z,,May 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was perfect. Belogradchik is one of the most beautiful places in Bulgaria. We ate traditional food and it was great. The cave was also beautiful and interesting.
Perfect day
Odyssey47236201644,,Apr 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was the perfect day - small group, warm weather, lots of interesting landscape, traditional lunch and last but not least a great guide.
Unreliable and unresponsive tour company
WayfaringLibertarian,,Oct 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00If you plan to book a trip with this company, I suggest you do so at your own risk. If you look at their reviews for their various trip offerings, you will see that they have a pattern of canceling at the last minute. If you decide to give them a chance (like I did) and run to into any issues with your booking or have any questions for them - don’t expect to get a response. I wish I had just paid an additional $30 for this day trip and booked with a competitor. I suppose that $30 might have gotten me professionalism and responses to my inquiries.
Historical and natural wonder combined
Jessika R,,Sep 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Impressive fortress. We were lucky that the leaves were starting to turn autumn colours, so it was particularly beautiful. The guide, Stefan, was friendly, informative and easy-going. He was also very considerate and he made the trip pleasant for everyone. Despite the long ride (3 hrs one way), it was beautiful scenery and the time seemed to pass quickly.
Nice day but long drive
Shasurita86,,Aug 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Plus: A friendly and punctual Guide (meeting point well described). Beautiful sights, the van is comfortable. Pros: no confirmation message the day before (while other companies do), very long trip (3h one way + 3h return) it would be nice to add a visit even quick on the way like a monastery or a church.
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