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Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation
Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation
Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation
Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation
Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation

Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation

By BulTrips
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Free cancellation available
Price is AU$265 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

We will be taking you on a journey through Bulgaria's rich history, focusing on the iconic Buzludzha Monument and the impressive East Block aviation industry. Built in the late 1970s, the Buzludzha Monument stands as a symbol of Bulgaria's communist past and is a must-see for anyone interested in the country's history.

The monument is located on the top of a mountain and can be accessed by a winding road. The tour also includes a visit to the East Block aviation museum, where you will learn about the impressive accomplishments of the Eastern Block in the aviation warfare and space programme during the Cold War. Get ready to experience the might and grandeur of communist-era Bulgaria on this unforgettable tour!

Activity location

  • Buzludzha Monument
    • Central Stara Planina
    • 6100, Kazanluk, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Buzludzha Monument
    • Central Stara Planina
    • 6100, Kazanluk, Bulgaria

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Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h10h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 am
Price details
AU$264.94 x 1 AdultAU$264.94

Total
Price is AU$264.94
Until Thu, 26 Dec

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll Fees and Taxes
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Buzludzha Monument
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
At 08:00 your guide will pick you up from your accommodation in Plovdiv and will have around 2 hours drive to our first point of interest- Buzludzha monument, which is one of the most notable from the socialist period After approximately a 3-hour scenic drive we will reach Buzludzha monument. It was erected in 1981 to commemorate socialism. Work on the monument began in 1974 and was undertaken by units of the Bulgarian Army assisted by numerous artisans responsible for the large statues and murals. After the government’s fall from power in 1989, the site was abandoned and left open to vandalism until recently. The monument was restored because of the incredible labour of many volunteers, artists, and experts from Bulgaria and other European countries.
Dimitrovgrad
  • 3h
After the amazing visit to the Buzludzha monument, we will go down from the mountain and will drive towards one of the very few towns established during the Communist era. It is a very charming little town with wonderful parks and typical Communist monumental buildings. We will walk into the centre and you will feel the atmosphere of the period.
Air Museum Plovdiv
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Our next stop will be the Museum of Aviation which is located on the grounds of the Plovdiv International Airport and houses a wide range of aircrafts, including fighter jets, helicopters, and transport planes. One of the highlights of the museum is the MiG-21, which was a staple of the Bulgarian Air Force during the Cold War. The aircraft is in excellent condition and visitors can even climb inside the cockpit to get a feel for what it was like to fly one of these powerful machines. Another impressive feature of the museum is the collection of helicopters, including the iconic Mi-24 Hind attack helicopter. The museum also has a variety of interactive exhibits and displays that provide a wealth of information about the history of aviation in Bulgaria and the role of the Bulgarian Air Force in world history, also an exhibition dedicated to the Space programme. After this interesting visit, we will drive back to Plovdiv. Your guide will drop you anywhere you like the city.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBuzludzha Monument
    • Central Stara Planina
    • 6100, Kazanluk, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEBuzludzha Monument
    • Central Stara Planina
    • 6100, Kazanluk, Bulgaria

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