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.
What's Included
- Transportation by private modern air-conditioned car/minibus with AC
- Private tour
- Free Wi-Fi in vehicle (only for Romania territory)
- Licensed English tour guide
- 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
Meeting and Pickup
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What To Expect
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Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tsarevets
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
St. Dimitrii of Basarbovo Monastery
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
I Travel in Romania
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
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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).
- Transportation by private modern air-conditioned car/minibus with AC.
- Private tour.
- Free Wi-Fi in vehicle (only for Romania territory).
- Licensed English tour guide.
- 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.
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..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Veliko Tarnovo and Medieval Bulgaria Private Day Trip from Bucharest is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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
- Transportation by private modern air-conditioned car/minibus with AC
- Private tour
- Free Wi-Fi in vehicle (only for Romania territory)
- Licensed English tour guide
- 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
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- 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.
