Embark on a full-day tour of Bulgaria and explore the historic Veliko Tirnovo and Basarbovo Monastery. Discover the rich history of these ancient sites and indulge in a traditional lunch.
- Tsarevets - The Old Fortress of the Bulgarian Tsars, XII Century
- St. Dimitrii of Basarbovo Monastery - This is cave monastery, bulgarian-orthodox founded in the Second Bulgarian Empire
- Veliko Tarnovo Day Tours - There’s more to Bulgaria than legends dare to unveil. Book this amazing tour and find out! 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.
- Hotel pick up/drop off
- Bottled water
- Driver/guide
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by air-conditioned car/minivan
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
We set off from Bucharest in the morning and head towards the Bulgarian border, reaching the city of Ruse. Here, we cross the Danube River and, after around one and a half hours, we reach the Basarbovo Monastery. This is a Bulgarian-Orthodox cave monastery that was established during the era of the Second Bulgarian Empire. We then journey on to the renowned city of Veliko Tarnovo, which boasts a history that spans over five thousand years. Our primary destination here is the Tsaravets Palace, which was the royal dwelling for Bulgarian rulers between 1185 and 1393. The palace was erected over the remnants of a Byzantine city. After exploring this exquisite location, we’ll wander around the city’s ancient streets before enjoying a traditional lunch.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
