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Nessebar, Bulgaria

Cruise excursions

JEWISH HERITAGE, BULGARIAN HOSPITALITY & UNESCO SIGHTS

Private tour 6 HOURS

Take a drive along the Southern coast to reach city of Burgas. Walk in the pedestrian area and see the former synagogue. It is not functioning anymore and is now housing the local Art gallery. Nevertheless one can still admire the beautiful architectural style of the building, which will soon celebrate 100-years from its construction. Spend some time at your own pace.

Cuddled in the Southern slopes of Balkan Mountain Chateau Medovo awaits you for a delicious lunch. You are welcomed in a venue, representing the typical rustic atmosphere of 17-18th century. Dip in this unique atmosphere while enjoing lunch. Then head for a stroll along the “craftsman street”, where skilful Bulgarian craftsmen still follow the medieval tradition in producing pottery, silverware, woodcarvings, copper pots, traditional sweets and yogurt.

On your way back take a guided walk along the cobbled streets od old town of Nessebar. You will visit the Archeological museum and the remains of several churches including visit of St. Stefan – restored and enlarged several times the so-called New Bishop's Residence and church of the Blessed Savior (St.Spas), built in the 17th c. a time when Nessebar was under Ottoman rule.

A refreshment stop in one of the cozy restaurants with a wonderful sea view will recharge you to further continue with exploring Nessebar's gems.

The architecture of the ancient Nessebar impresses as well - the limited space did not allow the construction of big houses with large courtyards as in other parts of Bulgaria. The ground floor is built of undressed stone and is usually used for storage. The upper floor, built of wood, projects over the narrow street to gain space. The vine-arbours and the fig trees in the small courtyards complete the romantic atmosphere of the town. The old Nessebar houses make the place unforgettable.

Venue: Art Gallery (former synagogue)

Opening hours: 09:30 – 18:00

Closing days: Saturday, Sunday

Venue: Chateau Medovo

Opening hours: 09:00 – 23:00

Closing days: N/A

Sample menu for lunch: vegetable cream soup, chicken filet with potatoes saute, ice-cream, round bread, 1 glass wine, water

Venue: Archaeological Museum

Opening hours: Mon – Fri 09:00 -19:00

Sat-Sun 09:00 – 13:00 & 13:30 -18:00

Closing days: N/A

Venue: Church St.Stephan

Opening hours: 09:00 -18:00

Closing days: N/A

Venue: Church St.Spass

Opening hours: Mon – Fri 10:00 -13:30 & 14:00 – 17:00

Sat-Sun 10:00 – 13:30

Closing days: N/A

Venue: Refreshment stop in restaurant Sevina

Opening hours: 10:00– 23:00

Closing days: N/A

Refreshments: 1 coffe/tea, mineral water, 2 petit fours

EXCURSION TIMING

FROM TO ACTIVITY

Walking Information: Moderate. Cobbled streets in Nessebar

NESSEBAR & ITS SCENIC COAST (4 ½ HOURS)

Start with a drive along the Southern coast to reach city of Burgas. Take a walk in the pedestrian area and see the former synagogue. It is not functioning any more and is now housing the local Art gallery. Nevertheless one can still admire the beautiful architectural style of the building, which will soon celebrate 100-years from its construction.

Continue further inland to arrive at a small rural village and be welcomed in a family home. Once you are here take a glimpse of the the well tended garden and household. You will find a vegetable garden and orchard as well as domestic animals. In one of the corners see authentic agricultural tools used in blacksmithery, vine-growing and wine-making, beekeeping.

Don't miss out the “highlights in the yard” a fully preserved house, build in 1882 and a chapel “Sveti Dimitrii”, recently sanctified. Enjoy the Bulgarian's favourite snack banitsa and home made cookies.

Reboard your coach and have your cameras ready as you will stop for a panoramic view towards Nessebar peninsula. Snap a spectacular picture of this fine landstrip with your ship as a background. On your way back to port get acquainted with the history of Old Nessebar and its medieval churches during a sightseeing tour to explore 6 remaining churches from all the 40 ones, initially built between 11th and 14th C by the wealthy merchants and fishermen, living in the town.

Venue: Art Gallery (former synagogue)

Opening hours: 09:30 – 18:00

Closing days: Saturday, Sunday

Venue: Village house

Opening hours: 08:30 – 23:00

Closing days: N/A

Snack: 1 slice banitsa (pastry), home made cookies, 1 coffee/tea; 1 soft drink, water

Venue: Panoramic restaurant for photo pause

Opening hours: 10:00– 23:00

Closing days: N/A

Venue: Churches in Nessebar

Opening hours: 09:00 -18:00

Closing days: N/A

EXCURSION TIMING

FROM TO ACTIVITY

09.00 09.30 Drive from pier to Burgas

09.30 09.40 Walking through the pedestrian area

09.40 10.10 Visit the building of the former synagogue, now housing the Art gallery.

10.10 11.10 Free time in the pedestrian area

11.10 11.40 Drive to the village house

11.40 12.20 Visit the village house, snack

12.20 12.30 Drive to the venue for photo pause

12.30 12.40 Photo pause

12.40 12.50 Drive back to Nessebar

12.50 13.25 Walking tour in the Old town (no inside visits)

13.25 13.30 Return to ship

Walking Information: Moderate. Cobblestone streets in Nessebar

 

Inquire about price. This is a suggested itinerary and can be customized for each client.

 

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