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Veliko Tarnovo and Medieval Bulgaria Private Day Trip from Bucharest

About this experience

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.

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr
  • Private experience

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November to June
Private Day Tour to Veliko Tarnovo and Medieval Bulgaria from Bucharest
Pickup included
September to December
Private Day Tour to Veliko Tarnovo and Medieval Bulgaria from Bucharest
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • 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).

What is included

  • Transportation by private modern air-conditioned car/minibus with AC
  • Private tour
  • Licensed English tour guide
  • Free Wi-Fi in vehicle (only for Romania territory)

Not included

  • Entrance fees: Basarbovo (3 Euro/pers), Ivanovo Rock Churches (5 Euro/pers), Tsavarets (6 Euro/pers)
  • Lunch
  • Photography and video fees
  • Gratuities
  • St. Dimitrii of Basarbovo Monastery
  • Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo
  • Tsarevets

Itinerary and highlights

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.

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.

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.

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

Meeting and pickup information

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

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • I Travel in Romania

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • 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.

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 12 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Please be so kind to provide a phone number for the lead traveler to be able to make contact with the tour guide.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 3–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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