8 days tour

Classical Tour Of Bulgaria & Romania

Classical Tour Of Bulgaria & Romania

This tour includes:

Hygieneprotocol

All surfaces are cleaned constantly. Hand Sanitizer always available.

Accommodation

Accommodation for 7 nights in 4* hotels (breakfast and all local taxes included)

Meals

All breakfasts

Transport

Transportation in AC modern car or minivan, depending on the number of the participants, for the entire program

Guide

English speaking guide for the entire program

Others

Entrance fees to all mentioned touristic sites Visit a Rose distillery in Bulgaria and enjoy Rose products tasting Permanent assistance on the spot Sofia, the capital of the undiscovered treasure of the Balkans Plovdiv and its Roman legacy, former European Capital of Culture in 2019 Kazanlak, the valley of the Thracian kings Discover the Rose traditions and the unique Rose products in Bulgaria Veliko Tarnovo, the medieval citadel in the sky Bran Castle, the legend that lies beyond our eyes The medieval Citadel of Sighiศ™oara, UNESCO Heritage The fortified Church of Biertan (UNESCO Heritage)

Not included:

Others

Hotel extras /telephone, mini bar, etc. Photographing or filming fees at the visited sites Other meals than the ones mentioned in the program Tips Air tickets Porterage Travel insurance Personal Expenses Visa procurement /if needed/

Insurance

Flights

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Itinerary of your trip Classical Tour Of Bulgaria & Romania

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Sofia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival In Sofia

      Arrival in Sofia. Transfer from the airport to your hotel. Enjoy a comprehensive city tour of Sofia and get to know the highlights of the capital. Among the most impressive sites are the Alexander Nevski Cathedral dominating the city, the round church of St. George, which is the best preserved Byzantine building, the Russian church st. Nikolas, St. Petka church, Banya Bashi Mosque, the ruins of ancient Serdica and some more. Visit Boyana church โ€“ listed in UNESCO World Heritage List. Overnight in Sofia.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Sofia - Rila Monastery - Plovdiv
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Sofia - Rila Monastery - Plovdiv

      After breakfast depart to Rila mountains (the highest on the Balkan peninsula) to see one of Bulgariaโ€™s most famous tourist sites โ€“ Rila monastery. This monastery is a sanctuary of Bulgarian literature and spiritual life. Founded in the middle of the 10th century by St. Ivan of Rila it played a key role in preserving Bulgarian culture and language during the centuries. It is included in the UNESCO world heritage list. We shall see the monastery church with its amazing frescos painted by the most famous Bulgarian finest artists from 19th c. and the monastery museum housing a rich collection of exhibits connected with the history of the monastery and the spread of Christianity on the Bulgarian lands. Proceed to Plovdiv. Overnight.

  • Day 3 Day 3: Plovdiv City Tour - Kazanlak - Veliko Tarnovo
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Plovdiv City Tour - Kazanlak - Veliko Tarnovo

      Today we invite you to explore Bulgariaโ€™s second largest city โ€“ Plovdiv. This is a city with millennium old history. It has preserved ruins from Roman, Ottoman and Bulgarian Revival period. During our city tour you will see the Roman Forum and Stadium as well as the Roman amphitheatre dating back to the 2nd AD; the house of Hindliyan โ€“national monument of culture, impressive with its artistic decoration, with many well preserved original murals. Walk along the tiny cobbled streets of the old town surrounded by beautiful Revival houses and churches. Continue to Kazanluk โ€“ the centre of The Valley of Roses and The Valley of The Thracian Kings. En route visit a rose distillery where you can see how the famous Bulgarian rose oil is produced and taste rose made liquor and rose made jam. Visit also one of the many Thracian Tombs discovered in the area. In the afternoon arrive in the medieval capital of Bulgaria โ€“ Veliko Turnovo. Overnight.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Veliko Tarnovo - Arbanassi - Ivanovo - Bucharest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Veliko Tarnovo - Arbanassi - Ivanovo - Bucharest

      After breakfast have a sightseeing tour of Veliko Turnovo with a walk to Tsarevets fortress where the Bulgarian kings once lived. Walk along the oldest merchant street in the town called Samovodska Charshia. There guests can see masters who pursue their crafts according to old traditions. Continue to Arbanassi and visit the Nativity church whose murals from the 17th and 18th centuries are considered real masterpiece and Konstancalieva museum house. Proceed to Ivanovo to see the UNESCO listed rock hewn churches of Ivanovo. Continue to the border town of Russe where we change guide and coach. Proceed to Bucharest, The Romanian capital once nicknamed โ€œThe Little Paris of The Eastโ€. Overnight.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Bucharest City Tour - Brasov City Tour
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Bucharest City Tour - Brasov City Tour

      In the morning, enjoy a city tour of Bucharest. During the tour you will see the Arch of Triumph, the Revolution Square, the Romanian Athenaeum, the National Art Museum and the Revolution Square. Inside visit to the Parliament Palace, the second largest building in the world after the Pentagon. After the tour, depart for Brasov, fairy tale town founded in the 12th century by the Saxon settlers. Enjoy a city tour including visit to St Nicholas Church and First Romanian School, which hosts an impressive collection of rare books, many of them handcopied right there. Overnight in Brasov.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Brasov - Biertan - Sigisoara - Rupea Fortress - Brasov
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Brasov - Biertan - Sigisoara - Rupea Fortress - Brasov

      After breakfast, depart for Biertan to visit the famous fortified church that is also part of UNESCO World Heritage List. Drive on to Sighisoara, one of the best preserved medieval citadel in this part of Europe and also part of UNESCO. Enjoy a walking tour of the citadel including visit to the famous Clock Tower Museum. On your way back to Brasov you will stop en route to visit Rupea Fortress, one of the most interesting medieval castles in Romania. Overnight in Brasov.

  • Day 7 Day 7: Brasov - Bran - Sinaia - Bucharest
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Brasov - Bran - Sinaia - Bucharest

      After breakfast, depart for Bran to visit the castle made famous by Bram Stokerโ€™s novel as the residence of the vampire count, Dracula. After the visit, continue to Azuga for sparkling wine tasting in one of the most famous wine cellars in the country. Drive on to Sinaia, one of the most beautiful mountain resorts in Romania, also known as the โ€œPearl of the Carpathiansโ€, for visit to Peles Castle, an exquisite piece of architecture which served as the summer residence of the former Romanian Royal family. In the afternoon, proceed to Bucharest for overnight.

  • Day 8 Day 8: Bucharest Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Bucharest Departure

      After breakfast departure to Bucharest airport for your flight back home.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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