Private Tour
Hike Bulgaria Love Swing, Veliko Tarnovo and Tarevet Fortress
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Explore the neighboring country, Bulgaria. Cross the border using the bridge over Danube river, which is only 60 km (40 miles) from Bucharest.
Take advantage of a day trip to experience a culture with long history and widely different roots and traditions, in the City of Tsars, Veliko Tarnovo. From the Love Swing you’ll have a wide panoramic view with the medieval citadel, Tsarevets and its city built on top of the canyon created by the Yantra River.
Veliko Tarnovo itself attracts many tourists with its unique architecture and magnificent views of the Yantra River. And of course, the food and local wines. You will have the opportunity to explore the town at your leisure and discover its fascinating history and culture.
And the road itself is a journey to the center of Bulgaria through villages and agricultural lands, while learning about the history and culture of this people from the Balkans.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
After rain or snow, the hike to Love Swing it's becoming muddy. It's still doable, just might be unpleasant for the travellers.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The strongest Bulgarian fortification from the Middle Ages. Once home to royalty this ancient stronghold is now a striking tourist attraction standing proudly atop Tsaravets Hill. The guide will acompany you and explaine details from the past and present. Tho top hill church has uniq paintings in an remarkable Art Deko style.
Veliko Tarnovo
It is the historical and cultural capital of Bulgaria. Often referred to as the "City of the Tsars", Veliko Tarnovo is located on the Yantra River and is famously known as the historical capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, attracting many tourists with its unique architecture. You will have the opportunity to explore the town at your leisure and discover its fascinating history and culture. The market street Samovodska is a real treasure, a tourist attraction where one can see renovated old houses, various traditional craft workshops, bakeries, pastry shops and the so-called Hadji Nikoli Inn built in 1858.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Walking sticks for who wants to use
Hotel Pick-up and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
Entry admission at Tsarevets Fortress 15.00 Leva (7.5 Euro)
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Hike Bulgaria Love Swing, Veliko Tarnovo and Tarevet Fortress
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Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beware it is a long day!...
Vivian B,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Beware it is a long day! But it is well worth it. Lots of riding in the car but I enjoyed looking at the country side. You will do a bit of hiking but there will be beautiful views. And the little towns ( villages) are very quaint and the people are very nice. We went in November so I guess it’s like a shoulder month so not so much people. And our tour guide ( Andrei) was great.
Beautiful Mountain View
582breanas,,Feb 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a highlight of my trip! Highly recommend, and the guide is very knowledgeable. If you’re in Bucharest, you should definitely take this short trip over to Bulgaria!
What an amazing experience!
Jack B,,Feb 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Truly one of the best day trips I have ever been on. The journey was very comfortable and the hike was absolutely stunning, with some gorgeous views. Visiting the old city was excellent too, especially the church. Most importantly though, Victor was the best tour guide ever! He was very vigilant, so very friendly and hilarious too, plus his knowledge of the history surrounding, not just the city, but Europe as a whole was endless. 10/10, I could not recommend this trip enough, it has been the highlight of my holiday.
Fun, beauty and history
Raluca0705,,Jan 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a wonderful trip to Veliko Tarnovo and sorroundings ( Hotnitsa canyon and waterfall, Love Swing, Tsarevets Fortress) with one of my most favourite guides, Victor. I highly reccomend it.
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