10 Private Tours in Ruse Province That You Shouldn't Miss

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.

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

Exclusions: Entrance fees: Basarbovo (3 Euro/pers), Ivanovo Rock Churches (5 Euro/pers), Tsavarets (6 Euro/pers), Lunch, Photography and video fees, Gratuities

Imagine experiencing a completely different country in just one day! Explore the best of what Bulgaria has to offer: the pious Basarbovo Monastery, the traditional Bulgarian village of Arbanasi and Veliko Tarnovo, the former capital of the mighty Medieval Bulgarian Empire and now probably the most beautiful Bulgarian city. The 12 hours tour start and ends in Bucharest.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Transport by air-conditioned minivan for 5-8 persons, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Enjoy a full-day tour to Veliko Tarnovo -one of the highlights of Bulgaria. Experience a culture with widely different roots and traditions, and learn about Bulgaria's long history in the medieval city of Veliko Tarnovo. Travel to the foothills of the Balkan Mountains, explore the medieval Veliko Tarnovo ,visit the Tsaravets Fortress, a fortification from the Middle Ages and the historical quarter of Samovodskata Charshiya and then admire Nicopolis ad Istrum, a Roman and Early Byzantine town. In the evening you will be back in Bucharest.

Inclusions: Private tour, Entrance fee, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks

This astonishing one-day trip to Bulgaria will start in the morning. We will transport you through a stunning landscape into the foothills of the Balkan Mountains, where the adventure begins. This tour is truly one for the enthusiastic history buff, and anybody that appreciates beautiful buildings, stunning scenery, and the opportunity to discover a little more about Bulgaria.

Inclusions: Snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Begin your full-day trip to Bulgaria with a departure from select hotels in Bucharest in the morning. Travel by air-conditioned car or minibus to the foothills of the Balkan Mountains. Explore the medieval settlement of Veliko Tarnovo with your guide. Here you can observe the Tsaravets Fortress, a fortification from the Middle Ages. Continue on and visit the St. Dimitrie Basarabov Monastery, which is carved into a cliff and still inhabited. Go to Arbanasi Village and admire the medieval architecture. At the conclusion of your day trip, travel back to Bucharest in your vehicle and arrive at you Bucharest hotel. A current, valid passport is required.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

This is a privete tour which will take you in to the beautiful nature of Balkans aria. We pickup you în the morning and drive to the border with Bulgaria. First stop will be at The Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo which are a group of monolithic churches and monasteries hewn out of solid rock and completely different from other monastery complexes in Bulgaria. Second stop will be at Orlova Chuka Cave which is the second longest cave in Bulgaria with a length of 13437 m, is home to 14 species of bats. The third stop will be at Krushuna Falls which are a series of Waterfalls. They are famous with their picturesque landscape and are formed by many travertines. There is a tourist path leading to the cave where the river springs. There are other two smaller waterfalls in the area. The last stop will be at The Devetashka cave which is known for its seven different-sized holes in the ceiling, through which sunlight penetrates and illuminates the central hall and part of its two fields.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, We offer flexibility around the pace and itinerary

Exclusions: Lunch

We offer you a well balanced round trip from Bucharest to north-eastern part of Bulgaria, with a little bit of everything incuded: breathtaking scenery, two UNESCO sites, amazing ruins, historical places, monuments, awe inspiring churches and the best look-out points.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water

Exclusions: Photo/video fees at museums/attractions (if any), Visa fee, Personal expenses, Personal insurance, Meals, Gratuities

This private day-trip to Bulgaria will take you to see the best of Bulgaria in one day. Leave in the morning to the Romanian-Bulgarian border you will arrive at the Ivanovo Rock Churches, a unique UNESCO World Heritage Site with perfectly preserved frescoes. Next stop will be done in Veliko Turnovo, the capital of the second Bulgarian Empire where you can tour inside the Tsarevets fortress from the 12th century. Step back in time on the Samovodene Artisans Street packed with workshops of locals where you can find a coppersmith, silversmith, icon painter and many more. Drive up to Arbanassi Village, an architectural reserve unique in Bulgaria. Visit the interior of Konstantilieva House, a merchants house from the 17th century. Before leaving Bulgaria take an exclusive visit to the town of Ruse with a short stroll in the central area.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Bottled water, Free Wi-fi in all our vehicles, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Transport by modern A/C private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch

We leave Bucharest in the morning from our starting point and drive to bulgarian border, Ruse. We’ll cross the Danube River and in approximately 1,5 hours we arrive at Basarbovo Monastery. This is cave monastery, bulgarian-orthodox founded in the Second Bulgarian Empire. Our next stop is at the famous city Veliko Tarnovo, a place with a history more than 5000 years. The focus point of this experience is Tsaravets Palace. This place served as a royal residence for the bulgarian emperors between 1185 and 1393 and was built on the ruins of a byzantine city. After we finish visiting this marvelous place we’ll get lost among the old streets of the city and we’ll have our traditional lunch.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel pick up/drop off, Transport by air-conditioned car/minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch, Entrance fees

Veliko Tarnovo or City of the Tsars is one of the most visited areas of Bulgaria and is known as the capital of The Second Bulgarian Empire. It has everything that a tourist needs; a touch of history, a touch of art and a lot of entertaining for all ages and tastes. The old town is placed on three hills, and on the Tsaravets hill we will visit the palace of the Bulgarian Emperors and The Patriarchal Cathedral. Basarbovo Monastery is cave monastery, bulgarian-orthodox founded in the Second Bulgarian Empire. Arbanasi is an ancient village set on a high plateau known for the rich history and large number of historical monuments, such as 17th- and 18th-century churches.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Souvenirs

Exclusions: Lunch, Entrance Fees, Coffee and/or Tea