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Veliko Tarnovo and Medieval Bulgaria Private Day Trip from Bucharest

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12 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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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)
  • Entrance fees: Basarbovo (3 Euro/pers), Ivanovo Rock Churches (5 Euro/pers), Tsavarets (6 Euro/pers)
  • Lunch
  • Photography and video fees
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Meeting and Pickup

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What To Expect

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.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

I Travel in Romania

I Travel in Romania is a licensed tour operator from Bucharest, Roania.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Veliko Tarnovo and Medieval Bulgaria Private Day Trip from Bucharest?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • 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

Additional Info

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  • 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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Free Cancellation

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • 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 (EEST).

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