Explore Northern Bulgaria Day Trip from Bucharest

Bucharest, Romania

12 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Expand your time in Romania to include a private day-trip to northern Bulgaria. With a comprehensive itinerary, end-to-end transport, and a private guide, you don’t need to spend a moment stressing over planning, transportation schedules, or language barriers. You set the pace as you discover Basarabov Monastery, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Arbanassi, and much more. Finally, unwind as your private transportation returns you to Bucharest.

Expand your European vacation to include Bulgaria
Relax in private round trip transportation from Bucharest
Get the personalized experience of a private guide
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Arbanassi

What's Included

Fuel surcharge
English speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by private vehicle
Bridge toll
Road toll
Parking Fees

Food and drinks
Entrance tickets about 10 Euro

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Our tour guide will meet you in the lobby area.

Start time
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Basarbovo

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tsarevets

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Veliko Tarnovo

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Arbanasi

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Ruse Province

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infant seats available
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
A minimum of two people per booking is required
Not wheelchair accessible

Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews

5.0

based on 7 reviews

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Wonderful day with great guide

SH_S, Sep 2026

Great and experienced guide Dima made our days. He shared with us his travel experiences and tips. He is humorous and organised. We visited the picturesque Veliko village, Fortress and peaceful colorful Arbanasi. Dima recommended us a perfect place for lunch. Food ( every dashes) were nicely cooked and presented. Thanks Dima for the great recommendation.

Response from Host, Oct 2026

Thank you so much for your lovely review! It was a real pleasure exploring Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi with you, sharing travel stories and enjoying a few laughs along the way. 😊 I’m especially happy that you enjoyed the lunch recommendation! Thank you for joining me, and I hope we’ll have the chance to explore more beautiful places together! Warm wishes, Dima | Romania Tour Store

Excellent Tour

Sarah_D, Nov 2019

Great way to see Bulgaria from Bucharest. Our tour guide Angelica was very knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. We stopped at a restaurant in Bulgaria recommended by Angelica - the food was delicious and the staff were friendly. Lots of photo opportunities - I would definately recommend this tour !

the guide was very helpful in...

Ray_G, Sep 2017

the guide was very helpful in explaining us the history of different sites, in good humor. lot to see from this tour

Ian was an amazing guide and made it a...

Dave, Aug 2017

Ian was an amazing guide and made it a very nice day exploring Bulgaria!

This is a great tour and our driver was...

Beverley G, Aug 2016

This is a great tour and our driver was great. Highly recommended.

Flott tur

Helge W, Apr 2019

Sammen med en veldig hyggelig sjåfør (som skal få terningkast seks), ble turen en flott opplevelse, bortsett fra veistandarden i Bulgaria, som er et eget kapittel. Skal slutte å klage på humpete veier i Norge. Både fjellklosteret i Basarabov og den gamle festningen i Veliko Tarnovo var interessante å oppleve. Sammen med monumentet til Asen-dynastiet og Arbanassi, så ble det en lang og innholdsrik dag. Drøye tre timers kjøring hver vei, pluss sightseeing, så ble det en 13 timers tur.

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