Bulgaria + Romania – Balneo & Heritage Discovery (9 Days)
ID: GYG1137983-1746187
Categorie:
Land: Bulgarije
Duur:
9 dagen
Beschrijving
Journey through Bulgaria and Romania’s most historic spa towns — where Roman springs, mountain air, and cultural gems create a healing experience for body and soul.
Journey through two of the Balkans’ most charming and healing destinations — Hisarya, Bulgaria’s ancient Roman spa town, and Baile Herculane, one of Romania’s oldest and most prestigious thermal resorts.
This 9-day cross-border tour combines balneotherapy, natural mineral springs, and cultural heritage, featuring iconic stops in Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo, and Sibiu.
Day 1 – Arrival in Sofia or Plovdiv → Transfer to Hisarya
Meet & greet at Sofia or Plovdiv Airport. Private transfer to Hisarya (≈1.5 hrs).
Check-in at your 4★ spa hotel and enjoy an introductory thermal circuit.
Evening at leisure. Overnight Hisarya.
Day 2 – Wellness Consultation & Balneo Program Start
Morning medical consultation with spa specialists. Begin your personalized program: mineral bath, hydrotherapy, and mud application.
Afternoon at leisure in the thermal complex or optional yoga/stretching session.
Evening free for a stroll through Hisarya’s Roman ruins. Overnight Hisarya.
Day 3 – Day Trip: Plovdiv (UNESCO Old Town)
Full-day excursion to Plovdiv, Bulgaria’s cultural capital. Visit the Roman Theatre, Old Town, and Kapana art district. Lunch at a traditional Bulgarian restaurant.
Return to Hisarya for spa relaxation. Overnight Hisarya.
Day 4 – Transfer to Veliko Tarnovo (Cultural Stop)
Morning departure for Veliko Tarnovo (≈3 hrs). Explore the medieval Tsarevets Fortress and the charming old market street Samovodska Charshiya.
Dinner with a view of the fortress. Overnight Veliko Tarnovo in a 4★ hotel.
Day 5 – Transfer to Baile Herculane, Romania
Cross the border into Romania (≈5–6 hrs drive with scenic stops).
Arrival at Baile Herculane, nestled in the Cerna Valley between forested peaks. Check-in at your 4★ spa hotel and enjoy your first dip in the thermal pools. Overnight Baile Herculane.
Day 6 – Romanian Balneo Therapy & Leisure
Morning wellness consultation and hydro-mineral treatment program.
Optional light hike in Cerna Valley National Park or visit to the Roman Baths ruins.
Evening at leisure. Overnight Baile Herculane.
Day 7 – Day Trip: Orșova & Iron Gates Danube Gorge
Excursion to the spectacular Iron Gates Gorge, one of Europe’s most scenic river canyons.
Boat ride on the Danube and photo stop at the Decebalus Rock Sculpture.
Lunch by the water before returning to Baile Herculane. Overnight Baile Herculane.
Day 8 – Drive to Timișoara or Sibiu (Cultural Day)
Morning drive to Timișoara (European Capital of Culture 2023) or Sibiu (optional route).
Guided walking tour of historic squares and colorful architecture. Farewell dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight Timișoara / Sibiu.
Day 9 – Departure
Breakfast and private transfer to Timișoara Airport or back to Sofia. End of services.
Hoogtepunten
- Authentic balneotherapy in Hisarya and Baile Herculane
- Explore Roman and Ottoman heritage in both countries
- Enjoy scenic drives through the Balkan and Carpathian Mountains
- Visit Plovdiv’s UNESCO Old Town and the Iron Gates of the Danube
- Mix of spa relaxation, cultural discovery, and natural beauty
Talen
BELANGRIJKE INFORMATIE
Transfers: Sofia → Hisarya ≈ 1.5 hrs | Hisarya → Veliko Tarnovo ≈ 3 hrs | Veliko Tarnovo → Baile Herculane ≈ 5–6 hrs | Baile Herculane → Timișoara ≈ 2 hrs
Spa Treatments: Licensed spa centers with certified therapists in both countries
Languages: English-speaking local guides throughout
Custom Options: Extend to Bucharest or the Transfagarasan scenic road on request
✈️ Airport Pickup Instructions Upon arrival at Sofia or Plovdiv Airport, please proceed to the Arrivals Hall after collecting your luggage. Your driver/guide will be waiting for you just outside the customs exit, holding a sign with your name or the Radfesta Travel and Tours logo for easy recognition. If your flight is delayed, don’t worry — we monitor arrivals and will adjust your pickup time accordingly.
INCLUDED
- 8 nights accommodation with breakfast in a 4★ hotel
- Private transfers and professional driver throughout
- Initial & closing wellness consultations (Hisarya & Baile Herculane)
- Standard spa procedures and daily thermal access in both resorts
- Guided tours in Plovdiv, Veliko Tarnovo, Timișoara / Sibiu, and the Iron Gates
- Local English-speaking guides per region
- Entrance fees and local taxes
NIET INBEGREPEN.
- International flights
- Meals and beverages not listed
- Optional treatments and personal spa upgrades
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance
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