From Bucharest: Private Basarabovo & Veliko Tarnovo Day Tour
ID: GYG410792-745190
Category:
Country: Romania
Duration:
11:00 hours
Description
Discover three of the most important historic sites in Bulgaria on a private guided day tour from Bucharest. Visit Basarabovo Monastery, the town of Veliko Tarnovo, and the charming village of Arbanasi.
Embark on a guided day trip from Bucharest and discover the neighboring nation of Bulgaria. Cross the southern border and explore three notable sites with your private guide and gain an insight into Bulgarian culture and history.
Start with pickup by minivan in Bucharest and travel south to cross into Bulgaria. Make the first stop of the day at the Basarabovo Monastery, located just beyond the border with Romania. Visit this Bulgarian Orthodox cave monastery, which is the only active one of its kind in the country.
Continue to the town of Veliko Tarnovo, which was the capital of the Bulgarian Empire between 1185-1393. You can enjoy some time to relax and sample some local Bulgarian cuisine.
Stroll through the narrow streets and admire the rows of houses perched one above the other. Explore the medieval Tsarevets Fortress which is perched on a hill overlooking the city. Admire the stunning views of the region as you learn about the history of the site with your guide.
Finally, travel a short distance north to the village of Arbanasi. Be enchanted by the Bulgarian Revival architecture of the village upon arrival. Walk through its quiet streets and see many 17th and 18th centuries churches built in a distinctive style.
See houses with impressive stone facades, thick walls, and wooden window frames, with the entire village being declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After exploring the village, relax on the journey back into Romania, with drop-off in Bucharest.
Highlights
- Gaze in awe at the Basarabovo Monastery located inside a large cave
- Explore the town of Veliko Tarnovo, which was once the capital of Bulgaria
- Admire the views from the imposing Tsarevets Fortres
- See well-preserved examples of Bulgarian Revival architecture in Arbanasi.
- Discover some of the most notable landmarks in Bulgaria in one day
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
In addition to proof of vaccination, all participants who are over 18 years old must present a government-issued photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc)
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
You are required to bring and wear a mask
In addition to proof of vaccination, all participants who are over 18 years old must present a government-issued photo ID (e.g. driver’s license, passport, etc). Participants under 18 may also use a school photo ID. Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult who meets the above requirements. Participants who do not comply with these requirements will be denied entry or asked to leave the theater
All participants are required to bring and wear FFP2 masks. Blue surgical masks will not be accepted
Pickup from hotels and other accommodation. The recommended departure time is between 7:30 - 8:00 AM.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
