Veliko Tarnovo and Medieval Bulgaria Private Day Trip from Bucharest

Overview

Discover the beautiful Northern Bulgaria on our 12-hour private tour from Bucharest. This part of land is full of historical treasures, breath-taking scenery and filled with the hospitality of its inhabitants. We shall visit Veliko Tarnovo - the capital of Bulgaria during medieval times, Tsaravets Fortress, Arbanasi Village, Basarabov Monastery and Ivanovo Rock Churches, a unique UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Itinerary

1. Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo

   The Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo are a group of monolithic churches, chapels and monasteries hewn out of solid rock and completely different from other monastery complexes in Bulgaria Ivanovo Rock Churches are part now of UNESCO World Heritage Site.

   · 45 min· Admission not included

2. Tsarevets

   Tsarevets is a medieval stronghold located on a hill with the same name in the city of Veliko Tarnovo in northern Bulgaria. Tsarevets served as the Second Bulgarian Empire's primary fortress and strongest bulwark between 1185 and 1393, housing the royal and the patriarchal palaces, and now probably one of the most popular tourist attractions in Bulgaria.

   · 1 h· Admission not included

3. St. Dimitrii of Basarbovo Monastery

   Basarbovo Monastery is a Bulgarian-orthodox cave monastery near the city of Ruse in north-eastern Bulgaria. It has the same name as the nearby village of Basarbovo and lies about 35 metres above the river Rusenski Lom, south of the Danube river.

   · 30 min· Admission not included

4. I Travel in Romania

   I Travel in Romania is a licensed tour operator from Bucharest, Roania.

   · 5 min

Pickup

Pickup included.

Please be so kind to provide a phone number for the lead traveler to be able to make contact with the tour guide.

How to use your ticket

What to know before you go

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• By taking this tour, please remember that you are leaving Romania and entering Bulgaria. Please ensure that your Visa requirements are in order, and it is essential that you carry your passport (or ID card for citizens of EU states).
• All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
• Please note that Ivanovo churches are closed for visiting inside during the winter season between November 1st and March 31st
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• The duration of 12 hours for the trip is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions.
• IMPORTANT NOTE: please take into account that crossing the border - both ways - can add delay to the trip caused by customs.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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