About this experience
If you like medieval towns and you want to take a trip to Romania, but you would also want to visit a little bit of Bulgaria, you can kill two birds with one stone by opting for a one-day tour of Bulgaria with a personal guide comprising 3 of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Bulgaria.
Let’s see the itinerary:
1. BASARABOVO MONASTERY
2. VELIKO TARNOVO + Tssarevets Fortress
3. ARBANASI VILLAGE + Konstntalieva House
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr–12 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr–12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fee
- Fuel and all costs with the car
Not included
- Drink and Food
- Entrance Tikets
Itinerary and highlights
A stone monastery like none other you have ever seen, you absolutely must visit the Basarabovo Monastery, just a few steps past the Bulgarian border.
Another touristic attraction in Bulgaria is Veliko Tarnovo, the capital of the Bulgarian Empire between 1185-1393, we will make sure you not only get to see UNESCO World Heritage sites, but also have some relaxation, adventure, and traditional Bulgarian food – everything you need for a memorable experience.
Walking along the narrow streets and admiring the rows of houses perched one above the other, you will feel like you belong in this charming city, with its rich culture and unique look.
We do not know how many open-air museums you have seen, but a private trip to Arbanasi Village in Bulgaria, just past the Romanian border, will definitely make you fall in love with its remarkable architecture even if you do not have a professional eye.
The moment you step into the village, you will not be able to put your camera down, because every house is like a miniature citadel, each with a unique stone structure, thick walls, and wooden window frames. The entire village has been declared a historical and architectural reserve, and it has made the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites.
This is the earliest and the most richly decorated church in the village of Arbanasi. It was built by stages. The oldest layer of wall-paintings is from the end of XVI c. It consists of a naos, a narthex, a gallery and a chapel dedicated to St. John the Baptist.
One of the most interesting scenes is the genealogical tree of Jesus Christ with the twelve ancient philosophers. It is in the narthex.
“The wheel of life” is the most impressive wall-painting in the gallery of the church. This is the earliest presentation of the scene on the walls of Bulgarian churches.
Meeting and pickup information
- Hotels, vacation rentals, points of interest. Just let us know from where we should pick you up!
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- ru — Guide
- cmn — Guide
- Japanese — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- ro — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Romania Driver and Guide
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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