What to do and see in Veliko Tarnovo Province, Bulgaria: The Best Cultural Tours

Discover why Veliko Tarnovo was named one of the most beautiful cities built on a hill on this full-day tour from Sofia. In a small group of no more than eight, explore the medieval capital and its fortress which, proudly standing on the banks of the Yantra river, dominates the landscape to this day. Also, soak up the atmosphere and admire the 17th-century frescoes and iconostases of the nearby village of Arbanassi.

Inclusions: Guide in English, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

Treasures of Romania and Bulgaria Tour takes you in just 11 days in two important countries of the Balkans. You will travel with a small group of maximum 6 people. Romania and Bulgaria, part of Eastern Europe, share many similarities but in the same time have their unique traits. During this tour you can discover two capitals, Bucharest and Sofia, two different languages, great historical regions such as Transylvania or Maramures, beautiful medieval cities such as Sibiu, Sighisora, Veliko Tarnovo or Plovdiv and many other famous tourist landmarks.

Inclusions: Airport pick-up in Bucharest, Romania and drop-off in Sofia, Bulgaria, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Transport by modern car or van, Accommodation for 10 nights in 4-star hotels and B&Bs, Licensed English-speaking tour guide/driver in Romania, English-speaking travel assistant/driver in Romania

Exclusions: Flight ticket, Hotel extras (telephone, mini bar, etc), Other meals except for the breakfast and dinner on Day 5, Photographing or filming fees at the visited sites, Tips, Travel insurance, Personal expenses

This private day trip to Bulgaria is taking you to see the best of Bulgaria in one day. Tour the Unesco Ivanovo Rock Churches, the medieval city of Veliko Tarnovo, Tsarevets fortress from 12th century, Samovodene Artisans Street and Arbanassi Village.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

This tour combines important and beautiful regions of Romania with some interesting and full of history sites of its neighbor Bulgaria. In Romania you have the opportunity to see: the astonishing Transylvania with its castles and fortresses surrounded by myth and legend such as the one of the famous Dracula, medieval cities like Sighisoara, calm and wonderful Brasov, reminders of Communism like the Palace of Parliament in Bucharest and the military unit in Targoviste where the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu was trialed and executed, the great Danube Delta and the seashore of the Black Sea. In Bulgaria you will visit the Palace where the heart of the Romanian Queen Maria Alexandrina Victoria Of Edinburgh rested in a glass jar, and it's beautiful surroundings, the historic city Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia, the capital city.

Inclusions: 6 nights accommodation, Fuel surcharge, 1 Bottle of water/pers/day, Breakfast, Driver/Tour escort, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned car/minivan

Exclusions: Entrance fees/boat ride ticket, Food and drinks, unless specified

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

Exclusions:

If you like medieval towns and you want to take a trip to Romania, but you would also want to visit a little bit of Bulgaria, you can kill two birds with one stone by opting for a one-day tour of Bulgaria with a personal guide comprising 3 of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Bulgaria. Let’s see the itinerary: 1. BASARABOVO MONASTERY 2. VELIKO TARNOVO 3. ARBANASI VILLAGE

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: entrance tickets, meals

Visit seven countries on this Balkan tour, where you'll revel in the beauty, history and traditions of the Balkan nations. Explore the castles, churches, monasteries, mosques and the medieval towns, enjoy the breathtaking views over the Montenegreo coastline, Sava and Danube Rivers and Ohrid Lake, admire the wide range of different languages, ethnicities, and religions that co-exists in this part of Europe.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, 13 Nights Accommodation, Air-conditioned vehicle, English Speaking Guide, Entrance Fees as mentionned

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, Health/Travel insurance, Other personal expenses

One day trip from Bucharest to explore the UNESCO Site - Veliko Tarnovo - from the Bulgarian land and walk through history itself.

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide (on request we can provide Italian or Spanish speaking guide), Transportation with a modern vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottle of water, Entrance fees

Exclusions: Lunch (approx. 12 €/person), Personal expenses, Photography fees

Enjoy a great day trip to the medieval Bulgarian capital- Veliko Tarnovo. Discover its spectacular heritage and beautiful nature. Spent the afternoon in the small village of Arbanasi, famous for its old stone houses and great places for lunch. Most times the trips are done with eco friendly cars - with cng engine or electro mobiles, so that we can help fighting the air polution.  

Inclusions: professional driver- guide, hotel pick up and drop off, transportation with a comfortable A/C car with free Wi Fi, sightseeing tour in Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi

Exclusions: entrance tickets (if present), food & personal expenses, Gratuities