Classical Tour of Romania and Bulgaria

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11 days (approximately)
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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 (Optional[10])
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)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
OR
Meeting point
Bucharest

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Bucharest (Romania)

    1 stop
  • 1
    Palace of Parliament

    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

    8 hours • Admission ticket not included
    • Day 2

    Bucharest – Sinaia – Brasov

    1 stop
  • 2
    Sinaia

    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

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Brasov – Bran – Sighisoara

    1 stop
  • 3
    Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

    Morning visit to Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle) Transfer to Sighisoara – UNESCO-listed medieval citadel Explore the Clock Tower, birthplace of Vlad the Impaler

    8 hours • Admission ticket not included
    • Day 4

    Sighisoara – Sibiu – Bucharest

    1 stop
  • 4
    Brasov

    Morning drive to Sibiu – European Capital of Culture 2007 Visit the Large Square, Brukenthal Palace, Orthodox Cathedral Return to Bucharest

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 5

    Bucharest – Ruse – Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria)

    1 stop
  • 5
    Sighisoara

    Cross the Danube River into Bulgaria Stop in Ruse, known as “Little Vienna” Continue to Veliko Tarnovo – Tsarevets Fortress, Samovodska Street

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Veliko Tarnovo – Arbanassi – Kazanlak – Plovdiv

    1 stop
  • 6
    Sibiu

    Visit the nearby Arbanassi village – traditional Bulgarian houses Continue to Kazanlak – UNESCO-listed Thracian tomb Arrive in Plovdiv, Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited city

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 7

    Plovdiv – Bachkovo Monastery – Sofia

    1 stop
  • 7
    Veliko Tarnovo

    Morning tour of Plovdiv’s Old Town – Roman Theatre, Ethnographic Museum Visit Bachkovo Monastery (11th century) Transfer to Sofia, Bulgaria’s capital

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 8

    Sofia City Tour

    1 stop
  • 8
    Kazanlak

    Guided walking tour: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Parliament Square, Roman Rotunda. Afternoon free at leisure

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 9

    Sofia – Rila Monastery – Melnik

    1 stop
  • 9
    Plovdiv Old Town

    Excursion to Rila Monastery, UNESCO World Heritage Site Visit Melnik, Bulgaria’s smallest town with sandstone pyramids and wine cellars

    8 hours • Admission ticket not included
    • Day 10

    Sofia – Bucharest

    1 stop
  • 10

    Return to Romania via Sofia Farewell dinner in Bucharest

    8 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 11

    Departure from Bucharest

    1 stop
  • 11
    Sofia

    Transfer to the airport for your flight home

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Radfesta Travel and Tours

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