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Day Trip to Medieval Bulgaria- Small group tour

60 Reviews 3.93 out of 5 stars Based on 60 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Bucharest, Romania
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12 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

This 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.

What's Included

  • Pick-up and Drop-off at your hotel or at any other location of your choice in the city
  • Modern & comfortable A/C car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
  • Licensed Private Guide
  • Lunch
  • Photo fees
  • Gratuities
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Pickup possible from centrally located hotels, hostels, or apartments in Bucharest

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Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site with unique frescoes
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Tsarevets

Take a walk in the Fortress of the Kings from the 12th century
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Хотел Арбанаси

Visit an architectural reserve unique in Bulgaria with typical traditional architecture
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Day Trip to Medieval Bulgaria- Small group tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 3.93 out of 5 stars based on 60 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Pick-up and Drop-off at your hotel or at any other location of your choice in the city
  • Modern & comfortable A/C car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
  • Licensed Private Guide
  • Lunch
  • Photo fees
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 99 travelers

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