The 10 Best Day Trips from in Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Tarnovo Province

Discover why Veliko Tarnovo was named one of the most beautiful cities built on a hill on this full-day tour from Sofia. In a small group of no more than eight, explore the medieval capital and its fortress which, proudly standing on the banks of the Yantra river, dominates the landscape to this day. Also, soak up the atmosphere and admire the 17th-century frescoes and iconostases of the nearby village of Arbanassi.

Inclusions: Guide in English, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

Private tour - day trip to Northern Bulgaria, a land full of historical treasures, breath-taking scenery and made whole by the hospitality of its inhabitants. Departure from Bucharest 08.00 and visit to Veliko Tarnovo, Arbanasi Village, and if time allows Basarabov Monastery.

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

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance tickets about 10 Euro

This private day trip to Bulgaria is taking you to see the best of Bulgaria in one day. Tour the Unesco Ivanovo Rock Churches, the medieval city of Veliko Tarnovo, Tsarevets fortress from 12th century, Samovodene Artisans Street and Arbanassi Village.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

This amazing 2-day private trip taking you from the Romanian capital – Bucharest, to the neighboring country of Bulgaria is a great way to discover two unique countries full of East European charm. The trip starts early in the morning when we will pick you up from your hotel in Bucharest and begin our journey to Bulgaria, to the foothills of the Balkan Mountains. We cover so many interesting sights on the way through Ruse, Veliko Tarnovo, Gurkovo, Kazanlak, Stara Zagora and have the overnight in Plovdiv. There are 2 lunch included, wine tasting and walking tours in the cities of Ruse, Veliko Tarnovo and Plovdiv. The entrance fees for most of the sights are included in the price and getting into sights is as per the itinerary. Your private guide could customize this tour to fit anything you like. Enjoy with your private guide in a private comfortable car!

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, 1 night accommodation in a 4* hotel in Plovdiv, Breakfast and 2 lunches – in Veliko Tarnovo and Ruse, Wine tasting, Professional tour guide and driver, Pick up and drop off Bucharest, Personalized e-guide with all sights info for convenience

Exclusions: Private expenses and insurance

Imagine experiencing a completely different country in just one day! Explore the best of what Bulgaria has to offer: the pious Basarbovo Monastery, the traditional Bulgarian village of Arbanasi and Veliko Tarnovo, the former capital of the mighty Medieval Bulgarian Empire and now probably the most beautiful Bulgarian city. The 12 hours tour start and ends in Bucharest.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Fuel surcharge, Local taxes, Transport by air-conditioned minivan for 5-8 persons, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Enjoy a full-day tour to Veliko Tarnovo -one of the highlights of Bulgaria. Experience a culture with widely different roots and traditions, and learn about Bulgaria's long history in the medieval city of Veliko Tarnovo. Travel to the foothills of the Balkan Mountains, explore the medieval Veliko Tarnovo ,visit the Tsaravets Fortress, a fortification from the Middle Ages and the historical quarter of Samovodskata Charshiya and then admire Nicopolis ad Istrum, a Roman and Early Byzantine town. In the evening you will be back in Bucharest.

Inclusions: Private tour, Entrance fee, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks

If you like medieval towns and you want to take a trip to Romania, but you would also want to visit a little bit of Bulgaria, you can kill two birds with one stone by opting for a one-day tour of Bulgaria with a personal guide comprising 3 of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Bulgaria. Let’s see the itinerary: 1. BASARABOVO MONASTERY 2. VELIKO TARNOVO 3. ARBANASI VILLAGE

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: entrance tickets, meals

This day-trip to Bulgaria will take you to see the best of Bulgaria in one day. Leave in the morning to the Romanian-Bulgarian border you will arrive at the Ivanovo Rock Churches, a unique UNESCO World Heritage Site with perfectly preserved frescoes. Next stop will be done in Veliko Turnovo, the capital of the second Bulgarian Empire where you can tour inside the Tsarevets fortress from the 12th century. Step back in time on the Samovodene Artisans Street packed with workshops of locals where you can find a coppersmith, silversmith, icon painter and many more. Drive up to Arbanassi Village, an architectural reserve unique in Bulgaria. Visit the interior of Konstantilieva House, a merchants house from the 17th century. Before leaving Bulgaria take an exclusive visit to the town of Ruse with a short stroll in the central area.

Inclusions: Licensed Private Guide, Pick-up and Drop-off at your hotel or at any other location of your choice in the city, Modern & comfortable A/C car or minivan at your disposal during the tour, Entrance fees to all mentioned sites, VIP skip-the-line admission, Bottled water, Free Wi-fi in all our vehicles

Exclusions: Lunch, Photo fees, Gratuities

Begin your full-day trip to Bulgaria with a departure from select hotels in Bucharest in the morning. Travel by air-conditioned car or minibus to the foothills of the Balkan Mountains. Explore the medieval settlement of Veliko Tarnovo with your guide. Here you can observe the Tsaravets Fortress, a fortification from the Middle Ages. Continue on and visit the St. Dimitrie Basarabov Monastery, which is carved into a cliff and still inhabited. Go to Arbanasi Village and admire the medieval architecture. At the conclusion of your day trip, travel back to Bucharest in your vehicle and arrive at you Bucharest hotel. A current, valid passport is required.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

This is a private tour from Bucharest to Bulgaria. After pick-up you from your place, we will go to the border to pass in Bulgaria. There you will visit: - Tsarevets Fortress - a medieval stronghold located on a hill with the same name in Veliko Tarnovo in northern Bulgaria. - The Memorial House of the Bulgarian Communist Party sits on Buzludzha Peak, high up in the mountains of Bulgaria. It was opened in 1981, as a citizen-funded tribute to the socialist movement in Bulgaria – but since the country's transition to democracy it has lain abandoned. This is an 585 km trip - 10 hours drive.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, We offer flexibility around the pace and itinerary

Exclusions: Lunch