2 days / 1 night Guided Group Tour to Edirne, Turkey

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Overview

  • Duration:2 days 1 night
  • Travelers:49 guests
  • Tour Type:Group Tour
  • Language:English
  • Departure:Thursday, 22th of October, 2026
  • Starting time:7:00 AM
  • Price for Adults from:109 € / 213.19 lv.
Join an English-speaking guide on this 2‑day group tour from Veliko Tarnovo and Stara Zagora to the historic city of Edirne, once the capital of the Ottoman Empire. Experience its rich culture, architecture, and vibrant markets with expert insights throughout the journey.

Day 1 – Historic Edirne with Your Guide
Travel to Edirne and start your guided tour at the Selimiye Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and masterpiece of Ottoman architecture by Mimar Sinan. Your guide will explain the mosque’s history, architecture, and significance.

Continue with a guided walk through the Old Town (Kaleiçi), where your guide will point out notable Ottoman houses and landmarks. Visit the Old Mosque (Eski Camii) and learn about its history and interior details.

Explore the city’s covered bazaars, including Ali Paşa Bazaar and Arasta Bazaar, while your guide introduces you to local crafts, textiles, and souvenirs. Enjoy some shopping and leisure time at Erasta Mall, before settling in at your 4-star hotel for overnight accommodation.

Day 2 – Culture, Markets & Local Flavors with Your Guide
After breakfast, your guide will lead a visit to the Bulgarian Orthodox Church of Saints Constantine and Helena (Sv. Konstantin i Elena), explaining its history and significance.

Continue to the Friday Market, where your guide will help you explore the stalls of fresh produce, handicrafts, and textiles. Afterward, enjoy a guided stop at a local shop to taste and purchase traditional Turkish sweets, such as baklava and almond paste (badem ezmesi).

In the afternoon, your guide will escort the group back to Veliko Tarnovo, where the tour concludes.

Minimum number of participants for the tour to be held: 30

Cancellation terms: see at the bottom of the website
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Highlights

  • Selimiye Mosque – UNESCO World Heritage masterpiece of Ottoman architecture.
  • Old Town (Kaleiçi) – guided walk through historic streets and Ottoman houses.
  • Covered Bazaars – Ali Paşa Bazaar and Arasta Bazaar with local crafts and souvenirs.
  • Bulgarian Orthodox Church of Saints Constantine and Helena – historic church with rich cultural heritage.
  • Friday Market & Turkish Sweets – vibrant market experience with guided tasting of traditional sweets.

Includes/Excludes

  • Group Tour in English
  • Professional Local Guide
  • Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Edirne
  • Breakfast
  • Transport
  • Travel Insurance

Itinerary

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Starting location - Veliko Tarnovo train station

You can park your car for free.

Pick up from Stara Zagora bus station

Edirne, Turkey

Finsh point - Veliko Tarnovo train station

Frequently asked questions

Passport & Entry Requirements for Turkey

EU and UK citizens can enter Turkey visa-free for short stays (up to 90 days). A valid passport is required, and it should be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable shoes

How to book?

Just choose number of travellers, click "Book Now", follow the steps and pay with your card. You will receive a booking receipt and voucher on your email.

When will the tour be confirmed?

The minimum persons for the tour to be held is 30. Once the tour is confirmed, we will add this information to the overview of the tour.

What happens if the tour is cancelled?

In case the tour is cancelled, you will be notified at least 7 days before the trip, as per law. You will have the option to book another trip with us or be refunded the full amount.

What does the insurance cover?

A standard travel daily insurance, as required by law.

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