Bulgaria's Jewish Heritage

Bulgaria famously rescued 50,000 of its Jews during the Second World War, but almost its entire Jewish population emigrated to Israel in the late 1940s. Though it has a vibrant Jewish legacy dating back to the 2nd Century CE, Bulgaria is no exception to other East European states where the Jewish heritage has been destroyed, neglected or abandoned to the elements. Many of Bulgaria's synagogues have been converted into art galleries or sports halls, and some crumble to pieces in disrepair. This tour id designed to take you to the main sites as well as to some lesser - known places that have a Jewish relation, in an attempt to acquaint you with a culture that was once rich and vibrant but that inevitably belongs to the past.

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Price Includes:
all transport according itinerary
airport transfers on arrival and departure days as set by the itinerary (Day 1 and Day 10)
English speaking guide and guide assistance throughout
overnights in standart hotels - all overnights are based on double (single) rooms with private WC/shower
breakfast (7 days)
all entrance fees
Mr. Anthony Georgieff`s book about the Jewish heritage
Dinner at the Chabad Kosher Center in Sofia

Not Included:
meals other than breakfast
airport transfers outside the tour itinerary
flight tickets
tips
insurances
alcoholic drinks and other personal expenses

Additional Services:
airport transfers outside the tour itinerary: 15 EUR per transfer for vehicle 1-3 pax / 25 EUR for vehicle 4-7 pax


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