Classical Tour of Romania and Bulgaria

Bucharest, Romania
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Duration11 days
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Overview

Discover the heart of the Balkans on this unforgettable 11-day Classical Tour of Romania and Bulgaria. From the legends of Dracula in Transylvania to the ancient Thracian tombs of Kazanlak and
the grandeur of Rila Monastery, this immersive journey blends history, culture, and natural beauty. Stay in hand-picked 4-star hotels and explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, medieval towns, and Orthodox monasteries, all with the guidance of a local expert. Whether you’re captivated by the romantic charm of Sighisoara or the vibrant energy of Plovdiv, this tour offers a perfect blend of
adventure and relaxation across two of Eastern Europe’s most captivating countries.

What's included

  • 10 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels
  • Border assistance
  • Airport arrival & departure transfers (Bucharest)
  • Private guide/driver for 11 days
  • Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
  • Tour planning and operational coordination
  • Breakfast
  • All land transportation Romania – Bulgaria – Romania
  • Lunch and dinners excluded
  • Flights
  • Entrance fees (Parliament Palace, Peleș Castle, Bran Castle, monasteries, museums, UNESCO sites)
  • Optional activities and experiences
  • Local specialist guides where required
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees (if applicable)

What to expect

Day 1: Arrival in Bucharest (Romania)
  1. Palace of Parliament
    8h · Admission ticket not included
    Meet & greet at Bucharest Airport
    Transfer to hotel and check-in
    Panoramic city tour: Palace of the Parliament, Revolution Square, Victory Avenue
    Welcome dinner with Romanian cuisine
Day 2: Bucharest – Sinaia – Brasov
  1. Sinaia
    8h
    Drive to Sinaia – visit Peles Castle, the summer residence of Romanian royalty
    Continue to Brasov – walking tour of the Old Town, Black Church, Council Square
Day 3: Brasov – Bran – Sighisoara
  1. Bran Castle
    8h · Admission ticket not included
    Morning visit to Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle)
    Transfer to Sighisoara – UNESCO-listed medieval citadel
    Explore the Clock Tower, birthplace of Vlad the Impaler
Day 4: Sighisoara – Sibiu – Bucharest
  1. Brasov
    8h
    Morning drive to Sibiu – European Capital of Culture 2007
    Visit the Large Square, Brukenthal Palace, Orthodox Cathedral
    Return to Bucharest
Day 5: Bucharest – Ruse – Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria)
  1. Sighisoara
    8h
    Cross the Danube River into Bulgaria
    Stop in Ruse, known as “Little Vienna”
    Continue to Veliko Tarnovo – Tsarevets Fortress, Samovodska Street
Day 6: Veliko Tarnovo – Arbanassi – Kazanlak – Plovdiv
  1. Sibiu
    8h
    Visit the nearby Arbanassi village – traditional Bulgarian houses
    Continue to Kazanlak – UNESCO-listed Thracian tomb
    Arrive in Plovdiv, Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited city
Day 7: Plovdiv – Bachkovo Monastery – Sofia
  1. Veliko Tarnovo
    8h
    Morning tour of Plovdiv’s Old Town – Roman Theatre, Ethnographic Museum
    Visit Bachkovo Monastery (11th century)
    Transfer to Sofia, Bulgaria’s capital
Day 8: Sofia City Tour
  1. Kazanlak
    8h
    Guided walking tour: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Parliament Square, Roman Rotunda. Afternoon free at leisure
Day 9: Sofia – Rila Monastery – Melnik
  1. Plovdiv Old Town
    8h · Admission ticket not included
    Excursion to Rila Monastery, UNESCO World Heritage Site
    Visit Melnik, Bulgaria’s smallest town with sandstone pyramids and wine cellars
Day 10: Sofia – Bucharest
  1. Romania
    8h
    Return to Romania via Sofia
    Farewell dinner in Bucharest
Day 11: Departure from Bucharest
  1. Sofia
    1h
    Transfer to the airport for your flight home

Meeting and pickup

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Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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