Best of Bulgaria and Romania

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duration 9 days
tour type Small group Request as private
age requirement 8-95 yrs
max group size 6
guiding method Fully guided
Tour Code BM-44228
Footprint Carbonneutral CO₂ emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
Operated in English

Starts Sofia, Bulgaria
Ends Bucharest, Romania

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Discover Rila Monastery, where intricate architecture and spiritual ambiance captivate you
Explore Plovdiv's historical gems, like the Old Town, Antique Theatre, and Roman Stadium
Visit Veliko Tarnovo's Tsarevets Fortress hilltop site, offering insights into Bulgarian history
Pay a visit to Bucharest's Parliament Palace, one of the world's massive civilian building
Uncover the history of Bran Castle (Dracula Castle), perched atop the Carpathian Mountains

The tour "Best Of Bulgaria And Romania" starts from Sofia and ends in Bucharest. This is an explorer tour that takes 9 days taking you through Sofia, Bucharest and Sofia in Bulgaria and Romania. This is a guided small group tour that includes accommodation in hotels, meals and others.

Embark on a captivating journey from Sofia to Bucharest, weaving through Bulgaria and Romania's cultural marvels. Begin in Sofia, immersing in its vibrant aura before venturing to Rila Monastery, an oasis of tranquility nestled in the mountains.Plovdiv awaits with its ancient history, while Kazanlak's Rose Valley paints a fragrant picture of Bulgaria's heritage. Gabrovo's humor-filled House of Humor and Satire adds a whimsical touch before reaching Veliko Tarnovo's medieval grandeur and the stunning rock-hewn churches of Ivanovo. Crossing into Romania, Ruse welcomes with its Danube River charm before Bucharest reveals its eclectic blend of old and new. The journey continues through Sibiu's picturesque beauty and the medieval allure of Sighisoara, birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. Explore Bran Castle, linked to the Dracula legend, before delving into Brasov's medieval towers and Sinaia's opulent Peles Castle. Return to Bucharest, the dynamic capital, where echoes of its history blend seamlessly with modernity, concluding an enriching odyssey through these two enchanting nations.

ITINERARY Expand All

Day 1: Sofia (arrival)
Day 2: Sofia
Day 3: Sofia – Rila Monastery – Plovdiv
Day 4: Plovdiv – Kazanlak – Veliko Tarnovo
Day 5: Veliko Tarnovo – Ivanovo – Bucharest
Day 6: Bucharest – Sibiu
Day 7: Sibiu – Biertan – Sighisoara – Brasov
Day 8: Brasov – Sinaia – Bucharest
Day 9: Bucharest (departure) -

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Accommodation

08 nights’ accommodation on a twin sharing basis at listed superior hotels or similar

Meals

Daily buffet breakfast at the hotel
02 lunches
05 dinners

Transport

Transportation as per the itinerary
Arrival and departure airport transfers
Services of a professional, English-speaking driver-guide

Others

All Sightseeing as per the itinerary
All applicable local taxes

Entrance

All entrance fees for Parking, road and border taxes

WHAT'S EXCLUDED

Items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities
Visa application and fees
Optional Tours
Items not mentioned as being included

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REQUEST A PRIVATE, CUSTOMIZABLE DEPARTURE By design, this is a group tour. You can however request a private, customized version of this tour for yourself or your private group of people. Private departures are usually more expensive, but come with these benefits:

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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this Best of Bulgaria and Romania tour. You can cancel the tour up to 78 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 77 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 19 September 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 19 September 2024, a deposit of 30% is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 77 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

Best of Bulgaria and Romania tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this Best of Bulgaria and Romania tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

IS THIS A CHILD FRIENDLY TOUR? ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS?

All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8.
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Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children.
If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.

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