Overview
Discover the heart of the Balkans on this unforgettable 11-day Classical Tour of Romania and Bulgaria. From the legends of Dracula in Transylvania to the ancient Thracian tombs of Kazanlak and
the grandeur of Rila Monastery, this immersive journey blends history, culture, and natural beauty. Stay in hand-picked 4-star hotels and explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, medieval towns, and Orthodox monasteries, all with the guidance of a local expert. Whether you’re captivated by the romantic charm of Sighisoara or the vibrant energy of Plovdiv, this tour offers a perfect blend of
adventure and relaxation across two of Eastern Europe’s most captivating countries.
What's Included
- Breakfast
- 10 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels
- Border assistance
- Airport arrival & departure transfers (Bucharest)
- Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
- Tour planning and operational coordination
- All land transportation Romania – Bulgaria – Romania
- Private guide/driver for 11 days
- Meals Lunch and dinners excluded
- Flights
- Entrance fees (Parliament Palace, Peleș Castle, Bran Castle, monasteries, museums, UNESCO sites)
- Optional activities and experiences
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Local specialist guides where required
Meeting Location
Bucharest
Romania
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Arrival in Bucharest (Romania)
1 Stop
Bucharest – Sinaia – Brasov
1 Stop
Brasov – Bran – Sighisoara
1 Stop
Sighisoara – Sibiu – Bucharest
1 Stop
Bucharest – Ruse – Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria)
1 Stop
Veliko Tarnovo – Arbanassi – Kazanlak – Plovdiv
1 Stop
Plovdiv – Bachkovo Monastery – Sofia
1 Stop
Sofia City Tour
1 Stop
Sofia – Rila Monastery – Melnik
1 Stop
Sofia – Bucharest
1 Stop
Departure from Bucharest
1 Stop
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Classical Tour of Romania and Bulgaria?
Cancellation Policy
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- Breakfast.
- 10 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels.
- Border assistance.
- Airport arrival & departure transfers (Bucharest).
- Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary.
- Tour planning and operational coordination.
- All land transportation Romania – Bulgaria – Romania.
- Private guide/driver for 11 days.
- Meals. Lunch and dinners excluded.
- Flights.
- Entrance fees (Parliament Palace, Peleș Castle, Bran Castle, monasteries, museums, UNESCO sites).
- Optional activities and experiences.
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Travel insurance.
- Visa fees (if applicable).
- Local specialist guides where required.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Classical Tour of Romania and Bulgaria is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Classical Tour of Romania and Bulgaria will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Breakfast
- 10 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels
- Border assistance
- Airport arrival & departure transfers (Bucharest)
- Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
- Tour planning and operational coordination
- All land transportation Romania – Bulgaria – Romania
- Private guide/driver for 11 days
- MealsLunch and dinners excluded
- Flights
- Entrance fees (Parliament Palace, Peleș Castle, Bran Castle, monasteries, museums, UNESCO sites)
- Optional activities and experiences
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Local specialist guides where required
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
