From Bucharest - 8 Day BULGARIA Shared Group Tour

Day 1: Day 1 Thursday. Homeland – Bucharest

1. Palace of Parliament
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   Starting with a night at hotel in Bucharest, the capital of Romania, also known as the Paris of the East. Here is, among other things, the largest administrative building in the world, the Parliament Palace.

Day 2: Day 2 Friday.Bucharest – Giurgiu – Veliko Tarnovo – Arbanassi – Tryavna

1. Veliko Tarnovo
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   The second day travel from Bucharest to Giurgiu, the border town with Bulgaria, and then to Veliko Tarnovo. Here you will discover the medieval architecture and culture of the country and visit the magnificent village of Arbanassi. Old houses and farms are presented in a wonderful setting. You will spend the night in Tryavna, a fully preserved medieval town.

Day 3: Day 3 Saturday. Tryavna – Etara – Sokol-Bojentsi Monastery - Tryavna

1. Tryavna
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   On the third day of your trip you will visit Etara, an open-air museum showing the life of Bulgarians in the 19th century, as well as the Sokol-Bojentsi monastery, one of the most beautiful monasteries in Bulgaria.

Day 4: Day 4 Sunday. Tryavna – Kazanlak – Plovdiv

1. Plovdiv
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   On the fourth day, you will travel from Tryavna to Kazanlak and visit the Thracian tombs and museum before continuing to Plovdiv. One of the oldest cities in Europe, Plovdiv offers numerous attractions, including ancient Roman ruins.

Day 5: Day 5 Monday. Plovdiv – Nessebar – Varna

1. Nessebar
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   On day five, head to the Black Sea city of Nessebar, known for its beautiful beaches and medieval heritage. Visit ancient Nessebar, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before heading to the heart of the Black Sea coastal city of Varna.

Day 6: Day 6 Tuesday. Varna – Balchik – Varna

1. Pass by
   On the sixth day of your trip you will visit Balchik Castle, which looks like a fairytale castle by the sea and is a popular tourist destination. It was the summer residence of the Romanian Queen Maria. From the botanical garden of the palace complex you will have an unforgettable view of the Black Sea.

Day 7: Day 7 Wednesday. Varna – Constanta – Bucharest

1. Constanta
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   On the seventh day of your trip you will visit Constanta, a city on the Black Sea, before returning to Bucharest. Constanta, also known by its ancient Greek name Tomis, offers the fourth largest port in Europe, the symbol of the city, the casino on the seafront, the archaeological museum with its precious finds from antiquity and Roman mosaics, as well as the monument of the Roman emperor the poet and singer Ovidiu, who spent his last years in exile here. In the evening, a typical Romanian dinner with a folklore program awaits you at the Hanul lui Manuc restaurant, a former caravanserai that has preserved its style.

Day 8: Day 8 Thursday. Bucharest – Homeland

1. Bucharest
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   On the eighth day you return to your country with unforgettable memories and experiences. This trip will introduce you to the fascinating attractions of Bulgaria and Romania and give you an insight into the history and culture of the region.

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels