Bulgaria full-day guided tour from Bucharest
Do this because
- Visit the only monastery in Bulgaria carved into a cliff
- Discover the medieval capital of Bulgaria and Tsaravets Fortress
- See the medieval architecture in Arbanasi Village
- Be transported back in time by Veliko Tarnovo
What to expect
This 1-day trip to Bulgaria will start in the early morning, your adventure begins with a trip towards the foothills of the Balkan Mountains. Your first stop will be St. Dimitrie Basarabov Monastery, the only Bulgarian example of a monastery structure carved into a cliff that is still inhabited today.
You'll have some free time to explore this religious monument before you continue to the remarkable medieval settlement of Veliko Tarnovo, which was once the medieval capital of Bulgaria. Veliko Tarnovo has panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valley and is home to the magnificent Tsaravets Fortress, the strongest Bulgarian fortification from the Middle Ages.
Once you have 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 incredible examples of medieval architecture dating back several centuries.
Important to know
- You'll be asked to show your passport on the trip
- This tour requires a minimum of 3 participants. If the minimum is not met the tour will be canceled and you will receive a full refund. The maximum group size is 17 people
- Infants (0-3) get free admission
- Pickup service is only available for a selection of Bucharest centrally located hotels. Please confirm the pickup place and time directly with the local operator. You can find their contact information in the voucher after booking
What’s included
Guided tour
Roundtrip transportation
Tour guide
Pickup and drop-off from designated areas
What’s not included
Entrance ticket for Basarabov Monastery and Veliko Tarnovo Fortress (approx. 5 €)
Lunch
Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Provider
Gray Line Romania
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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