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Discover Medieval Bulgaria In One Day Tour
 Discover Bulgaria One Day Trip from Bucharest
 Discover Bulgaria One Day Trip from Bucharest
 Discover Bulgaria One Day Trip from Bucharest
 Discover Bulgaria One Day Trip from Bucharest

Discover Medieval Bulgaria In One Day Tour

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Free cancellation available
The previous price was AU$584 and current price is AU$496 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview
  • Take a break from the Romanian capital
  • Explore Veliko Tarnovo – The "City of the Tsars"
  • Admire the beautiful Basarabov Monastery
  • Discover Arbanassi Village
  • Experience a culture with different traditions

Activity location

  • Veliko Tranovo
    • Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Tarnovo Province, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • We’ll pick you up and drop you off directly at your hotel—just provide your accommodation address when booking, and we’ll take care of the rest!
    • Bucharest, Bucharest, Bulgaria

Check availability


Shared Option
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h11h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
AU$583.99
AU$496.39 x 1 TravellerAU$496.39

Total
The previous price was AU$583.99 and current price is AU$496.39
15% off
Until Thu, 2 Jan
Private Option
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h11h
  • English

Private Tour- Only your group will participate

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 am
Price details
AU$600.68
AU$510.57 x 1 TravellerAU$510.57

Total
The previous price was AU$600.68 and current price is AU$510.57
15% off
Until Thu, 2 Jan

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled Water
  • What's includedWhat's included Admission Fees
  • What's includedWhat's includedFully Guided Tour
  • What's includedWhat's included WI FI on board
  • What's includedWhat's included Parking fees
  • What's includedWhat's included Live commentary on board
  • What's includedWhat's included Border taxes
  • What's includedWhat's included Hotel pickup and Drop off
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedMeals

Know before you book

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included.
  • Pick up time 8 A.M., please be in the lobby with 5 minutes prior to pick up time
  • On this tour we are leaving Romania and entering Bulgaria. Please ensure that your Visa requirements are in order and that you carry your passport /ID card(for citizens of EU states).

What you can expect

Escape the hustle of Bucharest and dive into Bulgaria’s rich history and culture on a one-day private tour to Veliko Tarnovo, the medieval “City of the Tsars.” This unforgettable journey will take you through picturesque landscapes, historic landmarks, and UNESCO World Heritage treasures—all just a short drive away.

What Makes This Tour Special:

  • Cross the Danube River: Begin your adventure by crossing the iconic natural border between Romania and Bulgaria, setting the stage for an exciting day of discovery.
  • Marvel at Basarabov Monastery: Your first stop is Bulgaria’s only rock-carved monastery, a tranquil and unique spiritual site that has been inhabited since its creation.
  • Explore Veliko Tarnovo: Stroll through the cobblestone streets of Samovodskata Charshiya, a charming artisan quarter, and climb up to the majestic Tsarevets Fortress. This medieval stronghold, surrounded by thick walls, was Bulgaria’s most powerful fortification and rivals the grandeur of Rome or Constantinople.
  • Visit Arbanassi Village – A UNESCO World Heritage Site: End your journey in this historic village, famous for its fortified traditional houses and 17th- and 18th-century Orthodox churches with intricate designs and stone walls.

Why You’ll Love This Experience

From the spiritual tranquility of Basarabov Monastery to the grandeur of Tsarevets Fortress and the timeless charm of Arbanassi Village, this tour offers a perfect mix of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery.

With expert guidance and all logistics handled, you can simply relax and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Bulgaria.

Book your private day trip to Veliko Tarnovo now, and unlock the hidden gems of Bulgaria’s medieval past—just a short journey from Bucharest!

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
  • Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
  • Vehicles and venues kept vacant between travellers
Social distancing
  • Contactless ticket redemption
  • Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
  • Personal protective equipment worn by staff
  • Temperature checks given to staff
  • Temperature checks available
  • Masks required
  • Masks provided
  • Hand sanitiser provided
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Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESVeliko Tranovo
    • Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Tarnovo Province, Bulgaria

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEWe’ll pick you up and drop you off directly at your hotel—just provide your accommodation address when booking, and we’ll take care of the rest!
    • Bucharest, Bucharest, Bulgaria