Full-Day Trip to Bulgaria from Bucharest

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Full description This fabulous one-day trip to Bulgaria will start in the early morning when we collect you from the meeting point in Bucharest and transport you through a stunning landscape into the foothills of the Balkan Mountains, where the adventure begins.

The tour’s first stop, St. Dimitrie Basarabov Monastery, is the only Bulgarian example of such a structure carved into a cliff still inhabited today. Its atmosphere will fill you with wonder. You will have a little time to explore this beautiful religious monument before we continue to the remarkable medieval settlement of Veliko Tarnovo, which was once the medieval capital of Bulgaria. Prepare to be transported back in time; this gorgeous city has panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valley, as well as ample history for you to explore and absorb and architecture that will take your breath away. Veliko Tarnovo is home to the magnificent Tsaravets Fortress, the strongest Bulgarian fortification from the Middle Ages. Once home to royalty this ancient stronghold is now a striking tourist attraction standing proudly atop Tsaravets Hill.

Once you have explored Veliko Tarnovo and enjoyed lunch, the tour will continue to its final stop; Arbanasi Village. Nestled on a high plateau between the settlements of Veliko Tarnovo and Gorna Oryahovitsa, Arbanasi Village provides spectacular views and incredible examples of medieval architecture dating back several centuries. This tour is truly one for the enthusiastic history buff and anybody that appreciates beautiful buildings, stunning scenery, and the opportunity to discover a little more about Bulgaria.

When visiting Romania don’t miss the amazing opportunity to also discover Bulgaria, another fantastic destination available on guided day trips from Bucharest! We can’t wait to show you a little more of this beautiful part of the world. Join us soon for a wonderful vacation experience. Additional information At the time of booking, you can choose a pick up point. Please contact 24 hours in advance to reconfirm the exact time and pickup point, note that the pick-up service may vary Please be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour departure timeEnsure you have all the documents for crossing the Bulgarian borderPlease be aware of minor delays due to traffic on tourA minimum of 3 participants is required to organize the tourPrinted or mobile vouchers accepted Inclusions Services of a professional local tour guideTransportation by modern air-conditioned vehicleConvenient pick-up/meeting points for Bucharest downtown locations Exclusions Hotel pick-up and drop-offEntrance ticket for Basarabov Monastery and Veliko Tarnovo Fortress (check rates)Tickets, meals and drinks except if expressly specified in the tour inclusionsOther unspecified service Cancellation policy Free cancellation up to 1 day before the service.
Cancellations after this time limits no show, no refund provided. Meeting point Pickup and drop-off from locations in central Bucharest