Private Tour
UNESCO Heritage of Bulgaria and Romania 11 Days
Overview
1 week 4 days
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Step into a world of timeless beauty and cultural splendor on this UNESCO Heritage Tour of Bulgaria and Romania—an unforgettable journey through two of Eastern Europe’s most captivating countries.
This expertly guided itinerary takes you across the Balkan Peninsula, revealing a rich tapestry of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, medieval towns, ancient monasteries, and legendary castles. From the awe-inspiring Rila Monastery and frescoed Boyana Church in Bulgaria to the cobbled streets of Sighisoara, the Gothic charm of Sibiu, and the dramatic Bran Castle in Romania, you’ll uncover the historic and spiritual heart of the Balkans. Walk in the footsteps of Thracians, Romans, kings, and Vlad the Impaler—all while enjoying warm hospitality and authentic cuisine. Ideal for culture lovers, history enthusiasts, and heritage seekers, this 11-day escorted cultural tour
combines expertly guided experiences with 4-star comfort, ensuring a seamless and enriching travel experience.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Arrival in Sofia (Bulgaria)
Accommodations
Hotel 4*
Sofia
Arrival at Sofia Airport. Transfer to hotel. Welcome dinner in a traditional Bulgarian restaurant. Overnight: Sofia
Sofia – Boyana Church – Rila Monastery – Plovdiv
Accommodations
Hotel 4*
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Rila Monastery
Morning visit to UNESCO-listed Boyana Church, then drive to Rila Monastery, Bulgaria’s most famous spiritual site. Afternoon transfer to Plovdiv. Overnight: Plovdiv Included Sites: Boyana Church, Rila Monastery
Plovdiv – Bachkovo Monastery – Kazanlak – Veliko Tarnovo
Accommodations
Hotel 4*
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Bachkovo Monastery
Tour of Plovdiv’s Old Town, Roman Theater, and Ethnographic Museum. Proceed to UNESCO-listed Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak, then to Veliko Tarnovo. Overnight: Veliko Tarnovo Included Sites: Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak
Veliko Tarnovo – Arbanassi – Bucharest (Romania)
Accommodations
Hotel 4*
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Explore the medieval capital with Tsarevets Fortress and Samovodska Charshia. Stop in Arbanassi for frescoed churches. Cross the Danube into Romania and arrive in Bucharest. Overnight: Bucharest
Bucharest – Curtea de Argeș – Sibiu
Accommodations
Hotel 4*
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Bucharest
Visit the Palace of the Parliament, then travel to Curtea de Argeș Monastery. Drive through the Carpathians via the Transfagarasan Road (seasonal). Arrive in Sibiu. Overnight: Sibiu
Sibiu – Biertan – Sighisoara
Accommodations
Hotel 4*
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Bucharest
Explore Sibiu’s squares and Gothic churches. Continue to Biertan Fortified Church (UNESCO), then on to the medieval citadel of Sighisoara, birthplace of Vlad Dracula. Overnight: Sighisoara
Sighisoara – Viscri – Brasov
Accommodations
Hotel 4*
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Sibiu
Stop in Viscri, one of the most charming Saxon villages and home to a UNESCO-listed fortified church. Afternoon walking tour of Brasov. Overnight: Brasov
Brasov – Bran Castle – Rasnov – Sinaia
Accommodations
Hotel 4*
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Alba Iulia
Visit Bran Castle, linked to the Dracula legend. Then on to Rasnov Fortress. End the day at elegant Sinaia. Overnight: Sinaia
Sinaia – Peles Castle – Bucharest
Accommodations
Hotel 4*
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Wooden Churches of Maramures
Tour of Peles Castle, a fairytale royal residence. Return to Bucharest for free time and dinner. Overnight: Bucharest
Bucharest – Free Day
Accommodations
Hotel 4*
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Bucovina Village Museum
Optional museum visits (Village Museum, Cotroceni Palace). Leisure day or optional half-day excursions. Overnight: Bucharest
Departure from Bucharest
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Bicaz
Transfer to the airport. End of services.
What‘s Included
All land transportation Bulgaria – Romania
10 nights accommodation in selected 4★ hotels
Border assistance
Private guide/driver for 11 days
Rent-a-car for the entire itinerary
Tour planning and operational coordination
Airport arrival & departure transfers (Sofia / Bucharest)
Lunch and dinners excluded
Flights
Entrance fees (Boyana Church, Rila Monastery, Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak, castles, museums
Optional excursions and folklore dinners
Local specialist guides where required
Tips and personal expenses
Travel insurance
Visa fees (if applicable)
Pickup points
Vrazhdebna Airport
Sofia Bulgaria
Options
UNESCO Heritage of Bulgaria and Romania 11 Days
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
They left us lying in the hotel in Bucharest without transport to take us back to the airport in Madrid
loligH211IB,Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The Bulgarian guide had very good intentions but was very monotonous and did not know how to pass on its knowledge. However, Romania's was very good. Regarding the hotels, some were better than others and were not 4 stars as we know it in Spain: three stars if anything. Transportation through Romania was a little cumbersome as we were eight travelers and the driver and guide in a closed minibus and small, so 8 hours in a journey became endless at some point. The food was fine and the places we visited too. The negative (very negative) is that we were not picked up on the last day at the hotel in Bucharest: we were informed that they would pick us up at 5 am to take us to the airport and nobody showed up there. After waiting for half an hour and with the fear of missing the flight, we managed to order 3 taxis (which did not admit euros or credit card in some of them and we did not have Romanian currency), we moved on our own and finished the circuit with a bittersweet taste and the feeling of having been conned.
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