6 Day Central Balkan Trip in Romania Bulgaria Turkey

Explore the unknown Bucharest, the fabulous Peles and the medieval capital of Bulgaria - Veliko Tarnovo. Touch colorful Plovdiv and the magnetic atmosphere of Istanbul. 5 nights, 6 days, 3 countries
Day 1 – Arriving in Bucharest and begin adventure.
Arrival at Bucharest airport. Individual transfer and accommodation at your hotel.
Late walking tour of the Old Town. Pick up from your hotel.
Cărturești Carusel - In a nutschell, one of the world's most beautiful bookstores... 6 floors and an amazing setting. There's more here (visit inside).
Leisure time, with the option of dining at a local restaurant. Transfer to the hotel at a predetermined time. Some free time. Overnight stay.

Day 2 – Discover Romanian treasures
Breakfast is served at the hotel. Departure by bus to Peles Castle.
Departure for Bran Castle (Dracula). Dracula – as he is perceived today – is a fictitious character whose name derives from the appellation given to Vlad Tepes, the ruler of Wallachia from 1456-1462 and 1476.
Evening panoramic bus tour of Bucharest, including the Romanian Parliament (Ceausescu Palace), Victory Square, the Romanian Triumphal Arch, and Revolution Square.
Return to your hotel room. Spare time. Overnight stay.

Day 3 – Explore Veliko Tarnovo – Medieval Bulgarian capital
Breakfast is served at the hotel. Departure by bus to Bulgarian border. Pick up from your hotel. Cross Danube river and arrive in Veliko Tarnovo. (Transfer 190 km – approx. 3 hours)
Short walking tour.
Departure, we head further south, to Plovdiv city. (Transfer 180 km – approx. 3,5 hours)
We cross Stara Planina (The Balkan), At the top we have a coffee break. Your tour guide will tell you an interesting story about this place.
Arriving in Plovdiv and check in in your hotel. Short evening walking tour in Old Town. Spare time for dinner and relax.
Overnight stay.

Day 4 – Go to Istanbul..
Breakfast is served at the hotel. Departure by bus to Istanbul. (Transfer 440 km – approx. 6 hours)
During the trip, your tour guide will tell you about the most interesting moments of the historical relations between Bulgaria and Turkey, filled with dramatic events.
Short stop for lunch and a short rest in Edirne (Turkey).
Arrive in Istanbul. Check in in your hotel.
Spare time to relax and dinner opportunity. Evening Istanbul is at your disposal!
Overnight.

Day 5 - The treasures of Istanbul
Breakfast is served at the hotel. Morning - Istanbul sightseeing city tour journey by bus and boat – total 3 hours. Pick up from your hotel.
Discover Istanbul on this 90-minute bus tour and a 90-minute Bosphorus cruise. Plus, learn its history through its top sites (and hidden ones too): Ciragan Palace, Ortaköy Mosque, Bosphorus Bridge, Rumeli Fortress, Beylerbeyi Palace, Maiden Tower, Galata Tower, and more.
Cruise along for 90-minutes over the Asian and European shores. Enjoy the picturesque skyline as you pass historical sites, palaces, fortresses, and the Bosphorus bridges, becoming fully enchanted by the scenery.
Transfer back to your hotel.
Half day spare time to relax, shopping and discover Istanbul myself.
Overnight stay.

Day 6 - Coming home
Check out and transfer to Istanbul airport for your flight.

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.

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.